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2025 Big Tex Business Masterclass graduates 19 members

DALLAS – The annual Big Tex Business Masterclass recently concluded with a graduation ceremony for 19 hardworking and dedicated entrepreneurs. The five-month cohort comprised of several small businesses provides participants with a classroom, mentoring, and hands-on opportunities for growth and exposure to the food and beverage industry. The Big Tex Business

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City of Glenn Heights celebrates a week of community engagement and connection

GLENN HEIGHTS, TX – The City of Glenn Heights wrapped up an eventful week filled with civic engagement, celebration, and wellness initiatives that brought residents together to learn, connect, and thrive. On Tuesday, October 28, Mayor Sonja A. Brown hosted her Q4 Let’s TACO ’Bout It Town Hall, where she

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Scarborough’s Hollow Fall Fantasy Festival to host Dallas Mythics this Saturday

Tickets are going fast for the All-New Scarborough's Hollow Fall Fantasy Festival admission and Add-On Attractions, so visitors are encouraged to buy their tickets now before they sell out. Don't miss the Fall Fun at the Hollow! Scarborough’s Hollow is open Saturdays now through November

Wilmer receives $25,000 from QTS Data Centers for community fire safety support

WILMER, TX – The City of Wilmer recently received a $25,000 donation to the National Fire Council on behalf of the Wilmer Fire Department from QTS Data Centers. QTS is well known for their community involvement in Wilmer. Wilmer Mayor Sheila Petta said, “This generous donation continues the QTS Data

2026 Big Tex Boot Design Contest opens for entries

2026 Big Tex Boot Design Contest opens for entries

DALLAS – It’s time to hang up Big Tex’s old boots and design a new pair! The 2026 Big Tex Boot Design Contest officially kicks off today, Oct. 22. In 2023, Big Tex got a brand-new pair of custom Lucchese Bootmaker boots, designed by previous contest winner Jessica Bonilla

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State Fair of Texas wraps its 2025 run, sets dates for 2026

DALLAS – The 2025 State Fair of Texas has come to a close – yet the memories made this season continue to shine across the Lone Star State. During its 24-day run, the 2025 State Fair welcomed an estimated 2 million people through its gates, each adding their own story to a

Important reminders about early voting, which starts Oct. 20 for the constitutional amendment election

Important reminders about early voting, which starts Oct. 20 for the constitutional amendment election

AUSTIN —Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson reminds Texans that in-person, early voting starts Oct. 20 and runs through Oct. 31 for the Nov. 4 Election. “Early voting is an opportunity to cast your ballot ahead of Election Day at a time and place that may be more convenient for