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Coppell Cowboys and Cowgirls Wrap Up District Meet

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Top Stories: ➊ – Blood drives scheduled in Waxahachie (Friday), ➋ – A Hidden Gem in Fredericksburg: Cotton Gin Village and The Gin Mill Lounge (Friday), ➌ – The Subtle Art of Wine Tasting While Gambling (Monday), ➍ – October Outfit Round-Up (Tuesday), ➎ – Thunder withstand furious Mavericks rally to win 101-94, improving to 4-0 (Tuesday)

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Visiting the Crossroads of Texas Go Texan Festival? Look for the CBS Texas logo for exclusive offers...

CBS Dallas- Ft. Worth News 10/17 7:37A CBS Texas Staff

If you're planning a visit to the Crossroads of Texas Go Texan Festival in Waxahachie, you can just look for the CBS Texas logo among vendors for exclusive offers and...

Lights on Afterschool with Fall Festival set for Oct. 24

News -Waxahachie Daily Light 10/16 7:00A Chris Roark

Staff report The Salvation Army Red Shield Youth Center invites families across Ellis County and beyond to celebrate Lights On Afterschool with its Fall Festival Login to...

Coppell Cowboys and Cowgirls Wrap Up District Meet

Waxahachie BubbleLife iReporter 10/16 1:22A Patricia Chi

The Coppell Cowboys and Cowgirls competed in the District Meet on Friday at North Lakes Park in Denton, leaving everything on the course against one of the toughest districts in Texas. Both squads ran...

Ellis County students eligible for AgTexas AgYouth scholarships

News -Waxahachie Daily Light 10/12 11:16A Chris Roark

Staff report 4-H and FFA graduating high school seniors in the Ellis County area are eligible to apply for the AgYouth of the Month Scholarship Login to continue reading Login...

Jeremiah Gaines named 2025 ROISD Distinguished Alum

News -Waxahachie Daily Light 10/9 6:52A Chris Roark

Red Oak ISD The Red Oak High School Alumni Association announced that this year’s Distinguished Alumni is Jeremiah Gaines from the Class of 2013. After Login to continue reading Login Sign up for...

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10 Fun Things to do in Denton, TX

A Cowboys Life 10/15 4:54A Chastity Velasquez

Discover the best things to do in Denton, Texas — from the historic downtown square and live music venues to craft breweries, outdoor trails, and local eats. Looking for a fun...

The Ming Wang x Tanya Foster Fall 2025 Collection Has Arrived!

Tanya Foster 10/15 1:13A Tanya Foster

I’m thrilled to share that the Ming Wang x Tanya Foster Fall 2025 Collection has officially launched! You can now shop it at Nordstrom , Dillard’s , Saks and MingWangKnits.com . After the success of...

Best Christmas Restaurants & Bars in Dallas

A Cowboys Life 10/14 5:42A Chastity Velasquez

Celebrate the holidays in Dallas with festive dining and cocktails! Discover the best Christmas-themed restaurants and bars in Dallas, Texas — from elegant hotel experiences...

TWU Celebrates National Day on Writing: Free Webinar on College Admissions and Scholarship Essays

Waxahachie BubbleLife iReporter 10/12 11:56P Juliette DC

WHO/WHAT Texas Womans University will host In Your College Era: Admissions Essay Writing Workshop , a free webinar designed to demystify the essay-writing process for high school seniors, parents and...

Job Search Workshop in Allen to Provide Road Map for Successful Career Strategies

Waxahachie BubbleLife iReporter 10/7 11:00P Martha Jane Brounoff

Do you feel that your career is at a crossroads? Are you trying to move forward or expand in a different direction, but are not sure how to go about it? If so, come join the St. Jude Career Alliance...

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Restivo Family Cellars Reopens with New Hours for the Fall

Texas Wine Lover 10/10 1:28A John Harvey

Andy and Jessica Restivo On a hot day last week, we met Jessica and Andy Restivo. They were waiting for us under the signature tree on their wine labels. It’s a twisted...

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ENDS TODAY: So Many SAVINGS!??‍♀️?

The Sister Studio 10/8 5:10A Jennifer Reed

BIG SALES HAPPENING TODAY! + Prime is finishing up today with the FINAL DAY! As I mentioned yesterday, the beauty deals are really, really good! I rounded up my favorites HERE . I also included the...

PRIME DAY: The Best of The Best!?

The Sister Studio 10/7 4:09A Jennifer Reed

Wahooooo! Prime Day is HERE!! The beauty deals always continue to impress me, and I rounded up my favorites HERE . I also found quite a few fashion items that really caught my eye. I hope this makes...

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Max Sasson scores last of Vancouver's 3 quick goals, Canucks rally to beat Stars 5-3

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/17 2:43A Associated Press

Dallas scored at least four goals in each of its first three games this season.

No. 4 Texas A&M's Le’Veon Moss sidelined with significant ankle injury

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/14 3:18A Associated Press

Coach Mike Elko announced the injury Monday after the team’s leading rusher was injured in the first half of Saturday’s win over Florida.

Cowboys' 32nd-ranked defense looking for answers after giving up 30 points for fourth time

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/13 4:09A Associated Press

Adding insult to injury, the loss came largely at the hands of one of team owner Jerry Jones' former employees — castoff Rico Dowdle.

Injured Cowboys running back Miles Sanders is out for the season, team executive says

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/13 3:48A Associated Press

The running back was on a one-year contract with the team.

No. 3 Indiana has its highest ranking ever in AP Top 25, Texas, USC back in the rankings

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/13 3:42A Associated Press

Ohio State and Miami remained the top two teams while the Hoosiers earned a four-spot promotion for their 10-point win at then-No. 3 Oregon.

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JUST LISTED: Fully Furnished Executive Home For Rent in Dallas, TX at 9003 Villa Park Circle

DFW Urban Realty 10/15 9:21P broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

Just Listed Fully Furnished Executive Home For Lease in Dallas, TX at 9003 Villa Park Circle Discover your next Dallas executive retreat at 9003 Villa Park Circle, a...

JUST LISTED: Luxury Home For Sale in Frisco, TX Minutes From the Shores of Lake Lewisville

DFW Urban Realty 10/6 9:25P broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

Just Listed Home For Sale in Frisco, TX at 5209 McClellan Drive in The Shores At Hidden Cove Welcome to this impeccably designed 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home, perfectly...

JUST LISTED: Newly Remodeled Home With Pool For Sale in North Richland Hills, TX in North Park...

DFW Urban Realty 10/4 9:14P broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

Just Listed Home For Sale in North Richland Hills, TX in North Park Estates Welcome to 6321 Little Ranch Road, a beautifully remodeled single-family home in the heart of North...

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Asthma outlook for Texas cities shows improvement

Spectrum Local News Health 10/16 3:30A Lauren Kendrick

A report recently released by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America shows some Texas cities are challenging places to live if you have asthma.

As the shutdown drags on, these people will lose if health care subsidies expire

Spectrum Local News Health 10/16 2:58A Associated Press

If the tax credits expire, annual out-of-pocket premiums are estimated to increase by 114% — an average of $1,016 — next year, according to analysis.

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Bipartisan Bill on Food Dye Labeling Introduced to the House

Civil Eats 10/31 3:00A Rebekah Alvey

October 31, 2025 – A House Democrat has introduced a bill with bipartisan support that would require food companies to label products containing synthetic dyes and sweeteners....

Banana Pumpkin Bread with Chocolate Chips

Joyful Healthy Eats 10/29 11:00P Krista

This Banana Pumpkin Bread recipe is moist, delicious, and full of cozy fall flavor with an added bonus: chocolate chips! Naturally sweetened with bananas and maple syrup, this easy quick bread is free...

Cross Post: The Organic Science and Research Investment Act: What It Is and How It Benefits All...

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition 10/29 8:22A Laura Zaks

Cover crop experiment at Rogers Farm Forage and Crop Research Facility in Orono, Maine. Photo credit: Reana Kovalcik. Editor’s Note: This blog post was written by Gordon Merrick, Policy Program...

The No-Bake Bars I’m Making for Halloween

Love and Lemons 10/29 3:23A Phoebe Moore (L L Recipe Develop

In our house, Halloween has suddenly become a Very Big Deal. Before Jack and I were parents, we barely did anything for the holiday. On a good year, I’d maybe put on the same...

Apple Cider Sangria

Love and Lemons 10/28 4:45A Jeanine Donofrio

This apple cider sangria recipe is my new favorite cocktail for fall entertaining! It s my family s favorite too—they liked it so much the first time I served it that I made...