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Top Stories: ➊ – Texas Womans, Girl Scouts Launch Partnership to Expand Higher Education Opportunities (Friday), ➋ – 5 reasons to visit the dentist before the school year starts (Friday), ➌ – Community mourns former Mavericks coach, NBA player Don Nelson (Sunday), ➍ – Cowboys rookie defensive back Caleb Downs is living up to expectations while learning two spots (Friday), ➎ – DFW Restaurant Week Turns 30, and This Year’s Menu of Perks Is Bigger Than the Food (Monday)

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Eastbound Meadow Hill Drive Closed at Rogers Road Starting Monday, Aug. 17

Frisco Texas News 8/14 12:29P

(August 14, 2026) A section of eastbound Meadow Hill Drive will be closed just east of Rogers Road for about three weeks starting at 9 a.m. Monday, Aug. 17, for underground...

One Mosquito Pool Tests Positive for WNV; City to Spray Overnight August 15 & 16

Frisco Texas News 8/14 8:05A

(August 14, 2026) The City of Frisco received confirmation one mosquito pool tested ‘positive’ for West Nile virus (WNV). In response, the city’s third-party contractor will...

NBA legends, TX celebs attend celebration of life for Mavericks coach Don Nelson

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 8/13 8:23A Charles Nichelson and JOHN RABY

The North Texas and NBA communities are mourning the loss of former Dallas Mavericks coach and NBA player Don Nelson. Nelson leaves behind a legacy as the second-most winning coach in NBA history, who...

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Southbound DNT Closed between US 380 and Panther Creek Parkway, August 14

Frisco Texas News 8/13 7:33A

(August 13, 2026) All lanes of the southbound Dallas North Tollway (DNT) between U.S. 380 and Panther Creek Parkway will be closed early morning Friday, August 14, from 12 to...

FC Dallas falls to Toluca FC in Leagues Cup, eliminated from tournament

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 8/13 2:15A Charles Nichelson

FC Dallas is out of the Leagues Cup after falling to Toluca in Mexico. The Leagues Cup is an international World Cup-style competition between MLS and Liga MX, the Mexican top...

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CHI OMEGA CHRISTMAS MARKET WILL DELIGHT SHOPPERS NOVEMBER 19-22, 2026

Frisco BubbleLife iReporter 8/14 1:30A Brynn Bagot Public Relations

The 49 th annual Chi Omega Christmas Market (COCM) will be held November 19-22, 2026 , at the Dallas World Trade Center - 11th floor. One of Dallas most iconic and beloved holiday traditions, COCM...

Pause, Breathe, and Reset

Frisco Library 8/13 4:25A FPL_Sunita

Life moves fast with school, work, and everything in between. As things change, our bodies and routines change too. Wellness is about the small, happy choices we make together...

Take the Production Studio Home With You

Frisco Library 8/10 3:00A FPL_Amy

Our newest maker kit is now available for checkout and perfect for developing your Production Studio skills at home! The Mic + USB Interface , opens a new window maker kit...

Texas Womans, Girl Scouts Launch Partnership to Expand Higher Education Opportunities

Frisco BubbleLife iReporter 8/7 4:35A Kathy Beazley

Texas Woman's University (TWU) and Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas launched a strategic partnership that creates expanded admissions, scholarship and college readiness opportunities for Gold Award Girl...

5 reasons to visit the dentist before the school year starts

Frisco BubbleLife iReporter 8/7 3:25A Stephanie Patrick

School bells will ring again across Texas soon. As families make their to-do lists for supplies and new clothes, scheduling dental appointments for the entire family should be a priority too. Dr....

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Zalat Pizza Puts Butter Chicken on a Crust, and It Actually Works

Crave DFW 8/14 8:54A Steven Doyle

Zalat Pizza has never been shy about mashing up flavors that have no business working together until they do, and the newest one might be the boldest swing yet. Starting...

Eddie’s Diner Is the Last Real Diner Left Standing in Plano

Crave DFW 8/14 7:10A Steven Doyle

Plano has spent the last decade filling in with glass towers and corporate headquarters, and somewhere in the middle of that, a small family-run diner on Parker Road kept doing exactly what it has...

Dallas-Fort Worth’s Next Six Weeks Are Loud, Then a Little Louder

Crave DFW 8/14 6:25A Steven Doyle

Dallas-Fort Worth is about to get loud. The next six weeks bring a run of arena rock, honky-tonk legends, and a few genuine bucket-list pairings, and the calendar only gets busier once the theaters...

Henderson Avenue’s Comeback Restaurant, Romy, is Still on Track for December

Crave DFW 8/14 5:22A Steven Doyle

Henderson Avenue s long-anticipated overhaul is close enough to done now that its restaurant lineup is starting to feel real. PopUp Bagels opened its second Dallas location...

Review: Vinxper Expert Adjustable Electric Wine Aerator

Texas Wine Lover 8/13 1:45A Jeff Cope

The Vinxper Expert takes electric wine aeration a step further with adjustable decanting from 0 to 240 minutes. I put it to the test to see how it compares with other electric...

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Paige Bueckers scores 22 points, all in 2nd half, as Wings hand Tempo 10th straight loss, 94-88

Spectrum Local News Sports 8/13 3:15A Associated Press

The Wings ended a three-game skid, their longest of the season.

CBS Sports president says there's no timeline for a decision on Tony Romo's future

Spectrum Local News Sports 8/12 3:43A Associated Press

Romo, the network's lead NFL analyst, is on leave following his arrest last month on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence.

Brandon Nimmo's single in 10th inning helps Rangers beat Angels 4-1 to snap 5-game road skid

Spectrum Local News Sports 8/11 4:04A Associated Press

Texas has won five of its last six overall and is a half-game behind AL West-leading Houston.

Communication is critical for coordinator Christian Parker to turn around Cowboys' defense

Spectrum Local News Sports 8/10 3:28A Associated Press

Defensive coordinator Christian Parker has players going through the multiple layers of verbal and non-verbal give and take required.

Cowboys rookie defensive back Caleb Downs is living up to expectations while learning two spots

Spectrum Local News Sports 8/7 3:52A Associated Press

Expectations are high for Dallas Cowboys rookie defensive back Caleb Downs, who is being counted on to help overhaul their defense.

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A new outlook on healthcare benefits is long overdue

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 8/12 7:00P Steve Purkapile

The cost of healthcare has always been a concern for employers, employees, and their advisors. This year, however, the conversation has taken on a new level of urgency....

Omnilife prepares to open $61 million U.S. headquarters in Allen

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 8/12 2:00A Aayush Gupta

The facility will house corporate offices, a warehouse serving 19 retail locations across 11 states and a manufacturing plant. The company will occupy one building, while the...

Lettuce, jalapeño recalls linked to illnesses put Texans on high alert

Spectrum Local News Health 8/11 4:31A Geraldine Torrellas

Sales have taken a hit due to outbreaks of cyclosporiasis and salmonella, impacting distributors like River City Produce in San Antonio.

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Chocolate Chip Mini Muffins

Love and Lemons 8/12 3:36A Jeanine Donofrio

Let s make mini muffins! These bite-size treats are moist, puffy, and studded with gooey, melty mini chocolate chips. The recipe calls for basic ingredients and is easy to...

Cinnamon Baked Apple Oatmeal

Joyful Healthy Eats 8/10 11:00P Krista

Fall calls for hearty, hot breakfasts and this protein-packed baked apple oatmeal is just the ticket! Warm spices, tender baked apples, and crunchy walnuts make this the perfect morning meal. During...

Weekly Meal Plan #31

Joyful Healthy Eats 8/7 11:00P Krista

This healthy weekly meal plan has 5 days of easy breakfast and dinner recipes made from real, wholesome ingredients and a high protein focus in mind. Grab the free printable shopping list to make meal...

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Leap Distributors Levels Up in Dallas: Names Dave Ascani Chief Financial Officer

EatGreenDFW iPhone Reporter 7/28 3:00A Krista Simmons

Leap Distributors has named Dave Ascani chief financial officer (CFO). As CFO, Ascani will manage the companys finances and serve as an integral part of the executive management team. Dave Ascani is a...