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Adult Slow Pitch Softball Leagues | Summer

McKinney TX Parks & Recreation 6/15 7:00P

Event date: June 16, 2025 Event Time: 06:30 PM - 10:30 PM Location: 1401 Wilson Creek Pkwy McKinney, TX 75069

The Smurf Experience in Arlington Offers Summer Savings

McKinney BubbleLife iReporter 6/13 5:56A Dana Cobb

Families in North Texas have a new way to beat the summer heat with some help from the Smurfs. Just in time for rising temperatures, The Smurf Experience USA , located at Esports Stadium Arlington,...

How to Enjoy Free Live Music in McKinney

District 121 6/10 4:00A District 121

Image Credit – District 121 Summer is upon us, making it a great time to soak up the sun with fun events and things to do in McKinney . For the season’s fun seekers, there are many opportunities to...

Dallas Hotel Ranked in Cvent's Top 250 Meeting Hotels in North America

McKinney BubbleLife iReporter 6/9 4:21A Culver Public Relations

As the largest hotel in Texas, Sheraton Dallas Hotel is proud to announce it has been ranked #51 on Cvents prestigious list of the Top 250 Meeting Hotels in North America , a recognition that...

What to pack for a week in the Bahamas

Tanya Foster 6/3 11:41A Tanya Foster

Happy Hump Day! I am still trying to get out of vacation mode. Pete and I traveled the majority of the month of May, so it may take a while for us to get back into the swing of things. Today I want to...

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Little Explorers (3-5 years) - Registration Required

McKinney TX Library 6/11 7:00P

Event date: June 12, 2025 Event Time: 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM Location: 6861 W. Eldorado Pkwy. McKinney, TX 75070

Related: Pre-K Storytime (3-5 Years) - Registration Required McKinney TX Library

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2025 Sommeliers Choice Awards – Texas Results

Texas Wine Lover 6/13 3:16A Jeff Cope

The 2025 Sommeliers Choice Awards have officially announced this year’s winning wines, delivering a trusted guide for on-premise venues including restaurants, bars, hotels, lounges, and private clubs....

Fredericksburg Food & Wine Festival Lineup and Tickets Now Available for 2025 “Preview Week”

Texas Wine Lover 6/12 6:16A Jeff Cope

Press Release In anticipation of the 2025 Fredericksburg Food & Wine Festival , the Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce has released the official schedule of events for the...

Savory Fund Invests in Hawkers – Igniting a Bold New Era for the Asian Street Food Icon

Restaurant News 6/12 4:17A RestaurantNews.com

The cult-favorite concept known for big flavors and high energy kicks off a monumental expansion with Savory Fund Lehi, UT / Orlando, FL ( RestaurantNews.com ) Woks are hot,...

Winery on the Gruene – Revisited

Texas Wine Lover 6/11 7:37A Jeff Cope

Located in the heart of the historic Gruene district of New Braunfels, Winery on the Gruene has been a favorite spot for wine lovers seeking a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere....

Bending Branch Winery Debuts Wines Aged in Texas White Oak

Texas Wine Lover 6/10 2:11A Jeff Cope

Bending Branch Winery is once again at the forefront of innovation in Texas wine. Known for pushing boundaries with winemaking techniques like cryo-maceration and flash...

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NEW??AT??TARGET!!!?

The Sister Studio 6/11 2:14A Jennifer Reed

Happy Wednesday, my friends! I shared a big Target haul on social media on Sunday, and I m sooo excited about everything I shared! Every single item is under $35 (most under $30!) and so, so perfect...

MY FAVORITE SUMMER DENIM AND LAST MINUTE FATHER’S DAY GIFTS

The Middle Page 6/8 3:44A Cathy Williamson

MY FAVORITE SUMMER DENIM AND LAST-MINUTE FATHER S DAY GIFTS Hello, ladies! I hope you are having a good weekend. After the last couple of weeks of traveling, I m taking it very easy this weekend....

Summer Outfits to Copy ASAP!????

The Sister Studio 6/6 3:02A Jennifer Reed

TGIF, my friends! The weekend is here, and I m cheersing you with my coffee right now because we made it! I hope everyone has a wonderful Friday and has some fun weekend plans. I rounded up all of my...

My REVIEW OF THE CURRENTBODY SKIN LED NECK & DÉCOLLETAGE MASK (SERIES 2)

The Middle Page 6/5 4:10A Cathy Williamson

BEFORE PHOTO Let s talk about the part of our skincare routine that often gets overlooked: the neck and chest. If you re like me, you ve probably spent years investing in a...

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Mauricio Dubón's walk-off single lifts Astros over Twins 2-1, sweep 3-game series

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/16 2:18A Associated Press

The Astros have won five in a row and 16 of their last 22 to take a five-game lead over second-place Seattle in the AL West.

Texas rookie Kumar Rocker keeps scoreless start intact with help from pickle juice

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/16 2:13A Associated Press

The 25-year-old right-hander dealt with cramping in his legs before getting the victory in a 2-1 win over the Chicago White Sox on Sunday.

Local Fort Worth artist designs 2026 FIFA World Cup host city poster

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/15 5:43A Nicolette Perdomo

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Astros triumph 4-3 over White Sox as Paredes homers, Altuve shines with 2 doubles

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/13 2:13A Associated Press

Houston starter Framber Valdez (7-4) allowed seven hits and two runs with a season-high 12 strikeouts in five innings.

Dallas Mavericks reject interview request for Jason Kidd from the New York Knicks

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/11 7:35A Kelsey Leffingwell

Ime Udoka of the Houston Rockets and Chris Finch of the Minnesota Timberwolves have also declined interview requests from the New York Knicks.

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U.S. birth rate is declining. Gen Z, millennials say the economy is a major factor

Spectrum Local News Health 6/16 9:00A Amber Hughes

Experts say the economy is a major factor as to why Americans are having fewer children.

Health experts seeing an increase in colon cancer in young people

Spectrum Local News Health 6/12 6:00A Blessing Iwuchukwu

Despite 45 years old being the recommended screening age for colonoscopies, one Texas doctor says she’s seeing patients as young as 19 years old.

Lower drug prices and new insurance rules? What Trump’s exec order and “big, beautiful bill” mean...

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 6/10 5:22A Holmes Murphy

Never miss an episode of Healthy Politics. Subscribe now on Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. Both the Trump administration and Republicans in...

Woman in Texas dies from brain-eating amoeba after clearing her sinuses with RV tap water

Spectrum Local News Health 6/6 7:19A Spectrum News Staff

A woman died after contracting a brain-eating amoeba from tap water she used to clear out her sinuses in Texas.

Texas hospital that discharged woman with doomed pregnancy violated the law, a federal inquiry...

Spectrum Local News Health 6/4 5:53A Associated Press

A new policy has thrown into doubt the federal government's oversight of hospitals that deny women emergency abortions.

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Air Fryer Green Beans

Love and Lemons 8/14 2:41A Jeanine Donofrio

Have you ever tried cooking green beans in the air fryer? They come out lightly crisp, tender, and beautifully caramelized. And best of all, they re ready in 10 minutes. Just...

Lee Cullum to Receive the 2026 Texas Womans University Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award

EatGreenDFW iPhone Reporter 8/13 5:41A Juliette DC

Texas Womans University (TWU) will present the 2026 Virginia Chandler Dykes Leadership Award to award-winning veteran journalist Lee Cullum at the Dallas Leadership Luncheon, set for February 17,...

BOOK REVIEW: SINS OF THE FATHER (DETECTIVE NATHAN PARKER, #4) by James L'Etoile

EatGreenDFW iPhone Reporter 8/13 12:45A KAREN SIDDALL

Sins of the Father Detective Nathan Parker, #4 by James LEtoile A threat from Parkers past teams up with a dangerous new foe. Sins of the Father is the fourth book in author James LEtoiles...

Rock N’ Roll Sushi Signs Area Development Agreement to Return to Dallas-Fort Worth

Restaurant News 8/12 6:16A RestaurantNews.com

Franchisees plan three locations, eye Waxahachie and the surrounding cities Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Rock N Roll Sushi is set to make its long-awaited return to...

Blistered Shishito Peppers

Love and Lemons 8/12 4:01A Jeanine Donofrio

This blistered shishito peppers recipe is the simplest summer appetizer. It relies on just 3 main ingredients—shishito peppers, salt, and oil—but it s still flavorful,...