North Texas
North Texas news for the cities of Dallas, Arlington, Frisco, Plano, Prosper, Celina, McKinney, Denton County and Rockwall County
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Arlington based nonprofit is trying to help children who are considered food insecure and depend on school breakfast and lunch for nutrition
Arlington, Texas – In the sprawling expanse of the Dallas metropolitan area, a somber statistic prevails – an alarming 700,000 families are grappling with food insecurity, as per the latest data from United Way Metropolitan Dallas. The issue turns critical during school vacations when sustenance from school-provided breakfast and lunch…
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The City of Plano Parks and Recreation launches “Where Community Grows” contest
Plano, Texas – In a vivid illustration of the community spirit embodied by the “Where Community Grows” theme of this year’s National Park and Recreation Month, Plano Parks and Recreation has issued a clarion call to artists. Emphasizing that talent knows no bounds, the organization is encouraging artists, regardless of…
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City of Mesquite to host 17th Annual Doggie Splash Day
Mesquite, Texas – Calling all pups and their people to splash and play at the City of Mesquite’s 17th Annual Doggie Splash Day. The event will be held from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 5, at Vanston Pool, 2913 Oates Dr. in Mesquite. City of Mesquite to host 17th…
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Study: Plano ranks second in the entire country for best places to rent in 2023
Plano, Texas – In a comprehensive study that brought together a raft of diverse metrics, Plano emerged as the second most desirable city in the United States for rental accommodation in 2023, demonstrating its robust appeal among discerning tenants across the nation. RentCafe study involved 136 cities, each possessing at…
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Arlington City Manager Trey Yelverton has appointed Bret Stidham as new fire chief and director of emergency management
Arlington, Texas – In a decisive move demonstrating progressive urban governance, Arlington City Manager, Trey Yelverton, announced the appointment of Bret Stidham, a seasoned firefighter boasting 30 years of experience with Dallas Fire-Rescue, as the new Chief of the Fire Department and Director of Emergency Management. Bret Stidham is experienced…
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Non-profit Taste Project, active since 2017, will soon expand their services in Arlington
Arlington, Texas – Imbued with a robust faith and an unyielding commitment to combating food insecurity, the non-profit Taste Project has carved out a unique niche in the Texan landscape of Fort Worth. Their ingenious culinary endeavor, a pay-as-you-feel community eatery tucked away on South Main Street, close to the…
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Mesquite Mayor Daniel Aleman joins city’s annual Spread the Love campaign
Mesquite, Texas – As the sweltering summer months roll in, the seemingly inevitable rise in grocery bills looms large over families, particularly when children swap school meals for home dining. However, a laudable initiative in the heart of Mesquite is fervently striving to address this concern, especially for households grappling…
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City of Lewisville offers help to seniors in overcoming high rent
Lewisville, Texas – In a noteworthy attempt to alleviate the debilitating pressure of escalating rental prices on some of its most defenseless inhabitants, the city nestled in North Texas, Lewisville, has initiated an innovative strategy. As the burgeoning population of Denton County breaches the one million mark, the soaring cost…
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Distress signals in Plano: Short-term rentals draw widespread criticism
Plano, Texas – In a survey spearheaded by the City of Plano, discomfort has been found to prevail among a significant portion of the populace regarding the vicinity of short-term rentals. The city’s exploration into public sentiment, conducted between April and May 17, involved collaboration with Gap Strategies, an expert…
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The city of Mesquite needs community help for recently launched summer Spread the Love Campaign
Mesquite, Texas – In an effort to bolster nutritional support for children during the long summer period, the city of Mesquite has launched an altruistic initiative, called “Spread the Love Campaign”. This commendable project, bridging the gap between food insecurity and children’s access to nutrition, invites community participation through donations…