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Operation North Pole 2023: Talk to Mrs. Claus!

Celebrate the Joy of the Season at the St. Andrew Christmas Festival of Music

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Dec 06 Wed

Puttshack Hosts Grand Opening on Dec. 6th
4:00 PM -
12:00 AM
Dec 07 Thu

Behold the Lamb of God - featuring Andrew Peterson
7:00 PM -
8:30 PM
Dec 08 Fri

Holidays at the Heard
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Operation North Pole 2023: Talk to Mrs. Claus!

McKinney BubbleLife iReporter 12/6 2:53A Bubble Life

Join us on Saturday, December 9th, from 10 am to 4 pm for a magical event: Operation North Pole 2023! Brought to you by Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 2195, Post Auxiliary, and the Allen Texas...

Hugs Café to expand with new program at Dallas College

Community Impact 12/6 7:15A shamilton@communityimpact.com (S

The educational training program offers the opportunity for adults with disabilities to train and work within the culinary and hospitality industries.

McKinney restaurant, music venue Hank’s Texas Grill to close after 20 years

Community Impact 12/6 7:00A shamilton@communityimpact.com (S

The restaurant will close following a final event on New Year's Eve.

SR Liquor debuts new East McKinney liquor store

Community Impact 12/6 3:00A shamilton@communityimpact.com (S

The family-owned and -operated liquor store offers a variety of packaged liquor.

Dallas Premier Primary and Urgent Care offering services in McKinney

Community Impact 12/6 3:00A dbutler@communityimpact.com (Dus

Dallas Premier Primary and Urgent Care is now open in north McKinney.

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In ‘Renaissance,’ Beyoncé Finds Freedom in Control

Texas Monthly 12/6 7:48A Doyin Oyeniyi

I can t believe I was worried I would fall asleep. It had been sixteen months since the Renaissance album dropped, 67 days since I d seen Beyonc Knowles-Carter perform it on tour, and twelve hours...

The Texanist’s Guide to Texas-Shaped Holiday Gifts

Texas Monthly 12/6 5:16A David Courtney

Tis once again the season to make good on the annual tradition of exchanging holiday gifts. But the Texanist knows that purchasing the perfect present sometimes requires more persistence than we can...

Why We’re Seeing More Green Jays Across South Texas

Texas Monthly 12/6 4:09A Rose Cahalan

Imagine a blue jay who comes back from a Canc n resort with a jaunty new wardrobe. That s the green jay, one of the most colorful birds in Texas. Its dramatic blue-and-black face evokes a lucha libre...

Lubbock Is For Art Lovers

Texas Monthly 12/6 4:00A Courtney Bond

On the Lubbock County Historical Commission s Facebook page is a grainy archival image that appears to have come from a bit of nineteenth-century promotional material. It depicts a group of dapper...

November Amazon Best Sellers

Brighton the Day 12/6 3:00A megan hopkins

November Amazon best sellers are here! These are the items that you purchased the most from Amazon. I get the feeling that a lot of you have already started your holiday...

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Adult Book Club (Adults) - Registration Required

McKinney TX Library 12/5 6:00P

Event date: December 6, 2023 Event Time: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM Location: 101 E. Hunt St. McKinney, TX 75069

Related: Open Source Meetup (Adults) - Registration Required McKinney TX Library

Wobblers and Walkers (10-16 months) - Registration Required

McKinney TX Library 12/5 6:00P

Event date: December 6, 2023 Event Time: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM Location: 101 E. Hunt St. McKinney, TX 75069

Related: Multilingual Storytime (3-5 years) - Registration Required McKinney TX Library

So You Think You Can Draw (K-5th Grade) - Registration Required

McKinney TX Library 12/5 6:00P

Event date: December 6, 2023 Event Time: 04:30 PM - 05:15 PM Location: 6861 W. Eldorado Pkwy. McKinney, TX 75070

Related: Mad Science (K-5th Grade) - Registration Required McKinney TX Library

PJs and Picture Book Storytime (All Ages) - Registration Required

McKinney TX Library 12/5 6:00P

Event date: December 6, 2023 Event Time: 06:30 PM - 07:15 PM Location: 6861 W. Eldorado Pkwy. McKinney, TX 75070

Upper School Girls Soccer Fall Short to Texas Storm

The Mane Edition McKinney Christian Academy 12/5 4:20A Tatum Barnard, staff writer

On Monday, December 4, the McKinney Christian Academy Upper School girls soccer team played Texas Storm. The game was at home on the Mustang s field. At the end of the first half, the Mustangs were...

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Soulman’s Bar-B-Que Helps Share the Spirit of the Season with the Gift of ‘Que

Restaurant News 12/6 5:11A RestaurantNews.com

Special on Gift Cards through December 31, 2023 Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Soulman’s has made holiday gifting easier than ever with specials on gift cards ordered...

New Texas Winemaker Video Series by Texas Wine Lover and Fbg.Live

Texas Wine Lover 12/5 11:55P Amie Nemec

If you ve been a long-time Texas wine lover, you ve undoubtedly seen the growth and changes over the years at TXWineLover.com . And if you re new to wine in Texas, you may...

Mo’ Bettahs to Bring “Aloha Spirit” to Frisco with New Location Opening on Dec. 8

Restaurant News 12/5 3:00P RestaurantNews.com

Popular Hawaiian-style concept to open first restaurant in Sports City USA Bountiful, UT ( RestaurantNews.com ) Frisco is home to the Dallas Cowboys World HQ, The National...

Robert Parr Grower Profile

Texas Wine Lover 12/5 5:29A Amie Nemec

Every wine lover in the state of Texas will appreciate a wine tasting with Robert and Dilek Parr. They have a great story and love to share it while pouring wines in their Mason Parr Vineyards tasting...

Let Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Cater your Holiday Party this Season

Restaurant News 12/5 5:12A RestaurantNews.com

World s largest barbecue brand offers Holiday Big Yellow Box for seasonal gatherings Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) This holiday season, let Dickey’s Barbecue Pit cater...

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gift guide: for him

Dallas Wardrobe 12/6 3:55A Dallas Wardrobe

Next up is a gift guide for all of the men out there! Whether you are shopping for your brother, boyfriend, husband, or someone else, he will definitely love any of these thoughtful gifts. If he loves...

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HOW TO WEAR A MONOCHROMATIC LOOK

The Middle Page 12/5 1:59A Cathy Williamson

HOW TO WEAR A MONOCHROMATIC LOOK Hi, everyone! Are you all feeling the holiday stress yet? I have purchased almost everything I am going to for the grandkids, but I haven t even begun for the rest of...

BEST STOCKING STUFFERS & GIFTS UNDER $100

The Middle Page 12/1 5:22A Cathy Williamson

TOP 10 STOCKING STUFFERS UNDER $100 ONE // TWO // THREE // FOUR // FIVE // SIX // SEVEN // EIGHT // NINE // TEN Happy December Lovlies! Christmas is officially in 25 days, which...

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November: Best of Amazon

The Sister Studio 11/29 11:54P Jennifer Reed

My Best of Amazon Newsletter for November is HERE! Happy *almost* Friday, friends! I have several really cute Amazon fashion finds, dresses and sweaters + several Amazon Gift Guides for the family!...

Cozy Pieces I Love and Wear for Fall and Winter

Color and Chic 11/28 5:47A Hoang-Kim

When the weather gets chilly, I love to reach for my luxe fabrics. Cashmere, wool, anything soft and cozy. Layering is key for staying warm, but not overheating. Whether you re heading into an office...

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Red River Rivalry game to continue in Dallas through 2036

Spectrum Local News Sports 12/6 8:17A Kelsey Leffingwell

A contract extension has been agreed upon by the University of Texas and University of Oklahoma

Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy out with appendicitis, expects to be on sideline against Eagles

Spectrum Local News Sports 12/6 6:36A Associated Press

McCarthy will undergo surgery for appendicitis but expects to be on the sideline Sunday night for a highly anticipated rematch with Philadelphia.

How to see Texas take on Washington in the Sugar Bowl

Spectrum Local News Sports 12/4 5:26A Cayla Miller

This year marks the 90th annual Sugar Bowl.

Tatyanna Bailey is Hendrickson basketball's missing piece

Spectrum Local News Sports 12/4 4:00A Travis Recek

Tatyanna Bailey left a large imprint on the Hendrickson basketball program before passing this summer.

Michigan vs Alabama, Washington vs. Texas in College Football Playoff; unbeaten Florida St left out

Spectrum Local News Sports 12/3 5:46A Associated Press

Michigan, Washington, Texas and Alabama were selected to the College Football Playoff.

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Is Buying Better Than Renting in Dallas Fort Worth?

VIP Realty 12/3 9:55A tom@57realty.com (Thomas Heinz)

I remember a friend of mine who was torn between buying a house and continuing to rent. She had been renting for years and loved the flexibility it afforded her, but she was...

THE GIFT EDIT

Texas Real Estate Blog (Ebby.com) 11/29 3:16A Nichole Moreno

This holiday season, go beyond the ordinary and embrace the extraordinary. Together with Luxury Portfolio International and premier luxury brands worldwide, we re pleased to share the 2023 Gift Edit....

Merry & Bright

Texas Real Estate Blog (Ebby.com) 11/28 7:21A Nichole Moreno

The holiday spirit is alive and shining brighter than ever in North and East Texas! From dazzling light displays to festive events, we ve curated a list of the most enchanting spots that promise to...

D CEO Names Carolyn Rosson to Dallas 500

Texas Real Estate Blog (Ebby.com) 11/28 4:08A Steve Smith

D CEO , the regional business publication of D Magazine, recently unveiled the Dallas 500 , its annual list of the most powerful business leaders in North Texas, including Ebby Halliday Companies...

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Tatyanna Bailey is Hendrickson basketball's missing piece

Spectrum Local News Health 12/4 4:00A Travis Recek

Tatyanna Bailey left a large imprint on the Hendrickson basketball program before passing this summer.

Effects of Dehydration

Health Care Associates 12/1 9:32A Alysen Vilhena

What Is Dehydration? Dehydration occurs when your body loses more fluids than it intakes , leaving your organs without enough liquid resources to work correctly. This may happen on hot days when...

5 reasons why you’re cold after eating

Health Care Associates 11/27 10:46A Alysen Vilhena

Certain foods and eating behaviors can sometimes leave you feeling cold after you eat. However, experiencing chills and feeling cold every time you eat could also indicate you have an underlying...

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Soulman’s Bar-B-Que Helps Share the Spirit of the Season with the Gift of ‘Que

Restaurant News 12/6 5:11A RestaurantNews.com

Special on Gift Cards through December 31, 2023 Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Soulman’s has made holiday gifting easier than ever with specials on gift cards ordered...

Almond Flour Cookies

The Healthy Maven 12/6 1:50A Davida Lederle

Delicious almond flour cookies with chocolate chips. These can be made in one-bowl and make the perfect soft, chewy cookie. These almond cookies can be on your plate in 20...

Carb Cycle Meal Plan—What Is It? Does It Work?

Fit Men Cook 12/5 10:52P Kevin Curry

Within the dynamic realm of health and fitness, where dietary trends come and go, carb cycling is a flexible method that is gaining traction with people looking for a sustainable and well-rounded...

Diving—and Dying—for Red Gold: The Human Cost of Honduran Lobster

Civil Eats 12/5 9:00P Alice Driver

Próspero Bendles Marcelino was 15 when he began diving for spiny lobster in the Caribbean waters between Honduras and Nicaragua. That was in 1965, and if he caught an average of 10 pounds of lobster,...

Meet the First-Ever Edible Mascot of Pop-Tarts® at the 2023 Pop-Tarts Bowl

Cooking Chew 12/5 11:44A Andi Reis

In a fun and perhaps outrageously weird move, Pop-Tarts is set to introduce the first-ever edible mascot at the 2023 Pop-Tarts Bowl. The winning team The post Meet the...