Locals work to uncover stories buried at Carrollton Black Cemetery

Gwen Turner, age 88, speaks on her childhood, family history and connection to the land of Carrollton next to the grave of her great-grandfather Ned Welch, October 2026.

Beneath old shade trees, a historic site in Carrollton continues to grow in prominence. For area local Gwen Turner, the Carrollton Black Cemetery is the final resting place of her …

Costumes, candy and family fun fill Farmers Branch Fall Fest

Jennifer Evans, dressed as a colorful piñata, entertains 1 1/2-year-old Lorelai, held by her father, Brian Singleton, during Farmers Branch Fall Fest on Oct. 10 at the Farmers Branch Historical Park.

From superheroes and princesses to a four-legged hot dog named Fluffy Lime, costumes of all kinds were on display Saturday, Oct. 10, as families gathered at the Farmers Branch Historical Park for …

Snowdome resort won’t let plans go cold

Conceptual renderings show proposed outdoor gathering spaces in District 35E, a 70-acre entertainment district planned around the Alpine-X indoor ski resort in Carrollton. The development proposal includes restaurants, retail, public green spaces and areas for year-round community events.

Representatives of the proposed Alpine-X ski resort returned to speak with Carrollton City Council, during an Oct. 13 work session, to present more findings and information in their ongoing talks …

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Addison approves $800,000 DART funding agreement to continue Orbit service

The Addison City Council approved an agreement with Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) on October 13 that will provide up to $800,000 in funding for Addison Orbit, the Town's on-demand transportation …

Local police join national effort to collect unused medications Oct. 24

Residents with unused or expired medications in their homes can dispose of them safely Saturday, Oct. 24, as local police departments participate in the Drug Enforcement Administration's (DEA) …

DeFlock Carrollton to collect signatures for ordinance on May ballot

Carrollton residents are mobilizing during early voting season to put a new ordinance on the ballot for the May election. The DeFlock Carrollton group, which is opposed to the use of Automated …

Competitive Cameras welcomes photographers to Midway Road store

Competitive Cameras is officially open in Farmers Branch, giving area photographers and videographers a new place to shop, rent equipment and get some hands-on help with their gear. The longtime …

CFBISD’s Principal for a Day program will give business, civic and community leaders an opportunity to shadow a campus principal Oct. 23 and learn more about the day-to-day work of school leadership. Applications are due Oct. 9.

Community, business leaders can shadow local principals Oct.23

Business and community leaders can get a firsthand look at what it takes to run a school during Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District’s Principal for a Day program Oct. 23. …

Y'all Street comes to Dallas College

In support of its commitment to be the educational arm of the growing North Texas financial ecosystem and the new Texas Stock Exchange (TXSE), collectively nicknamed “Y’all Street,” Dallas …

The Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District administration building in Carrollton. District officials discussed declining enrollment and the possibility of future campus closures during the Oct. 1 board meeting.

CFBISD loses 2,800 students, raising possibility of campus closures

Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District (CFBISD) has lost approximately 2,800 students over the past two school years, a decline that district officials say has significantly reduced …

Dallas College expands its bachelor’s degree offerings with the launch of its fourth program, a fully online Bachelor of Applied Science in Management designed to provide flexible, affordable education for working adults and students across North Texas.

Dallas College expands bachelor’s degree offerings

Dallas College is growing its bachelor’s degree portfolio to four with the launch of its Bachelor of Applied …

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Hiatus Day Spa employees and community representatives celebrate the spa's new Addison location during a Metrocrest Area Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting Sept. 28. The spa opened Sept. 5 in Town Hall Square at 5310 Belt Line Road.

Hiatus Day Spa expands in Addison with new spa, planned headquarters

Hiatus Day Spa • Med Spa celebrated the opening of its new Addison location Monday with a ribbon cutting hosted by the Metrocrest Area Chamber of Commerce. The spa, located at 5310 Belt Line …

Metrocrest Services and Liberty Capital Bank will host a Small Business Financial Forum from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 12, in Carrollton. The event will feature financial experts and discussions on business loans, banking relationships, fraud prevention and online business management. Registration is available online.

Metrocrest Services to host financial forum for small businesses

Businesses are invited to a free financial forum Oct. 12 at Metrocrest Services in Carrollton. Metrocrest Services, in partnership with Liberty Capital Bank, will host the Small Business …

The new Competitive Camera location off Midway Road will open Oct. 1

Competitive Cameras to come to Farmers Branch

One of the largest camera shops in North Texas, Competitive Camera, is moving locations to Farmers Branch after 27 years at Dallas’ Design District. The doors of the nearly 9000 square-foot …

A video shoot at a local fitness center captures content for digital marketing. Maverick Digital recommends businesses use real photos and locally focused content to strengthen their online presence and visibility in search results.

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It's 6:47 p.m. on a Tuesday in July. It's 102 degrees outside, and a Dallas homeowner's AC just quit. They grab their phone and type: "emergency AC repair near me." Google shows three businesses …

Employees from Addison-area businesses show off their moves during the Lip Sync Battle at a previous Corporate Field Day. The annual event returns in October with team-building challenges, friendly competition and plenty of bragging rights on the line.

Office rivalries head outdoors for Addison Corporate Field Day

Addison businesses will have a chance to trade desks and conference rooms for some friendly competition when Corporate Field Day returns Oct. 15. Hosted by Addison Parks and Recreation as part …

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The City of Carrollton will host Enchanted Library on Friday, Nov. 20, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Josey Ranch Lake Library. The free, all-ages event will feature fantasy-themed activities, crafts, a bubble artist, strolling cosplayers and a baby ball. Attendees are encouraged to dress in fantasy and fairy tale attire.

Step into a magical adventure at Enchanted Library

Turn the page to a tale of fantasy and fun at Carrollton’s Enchanted Library on Friday, November 20 from 5-8 p.m. at Josey Ranch Lake Library (1700 Keller Springs Road). Enchanted Library will …

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Actor Mark Wahlberg will be featured at the MUNICIPAL Celebrity Pickleball Showdown on Thursday, Nov. 5, at 7 p.m. at Brookhaven Country Club in Dallas. The event will bring celebrity entertainment and pickleball together for an evening of competition.

Mark Wahlberg to headline MUNICIPAL Celebrity Pickleball Showdown

The MUNICIPAL Celebrity Pickleball Showdown returns to the 2026 Opendoor Pickleball World Championships , with actor and entrepreneur Mark Wahlberg leading a star-studded lineup of celebrities and …

Runners take off at the start of Farmers Branch' inaugural Spooky Dash 5K on Saturday, Oct. 10. Approximately 350 people registered for the 5K, part of the city's new Fall Fest celebration.

From serious runners to spooky costumes, Farmers Branch celebrates first Spooky Dash

From a pink unicorn and a running skeleton to serious competitors racing for the finish line, Farmers Branch' first Spooky Dash brought together runners of all ages Saturday, Oct. 10. …

Dallas Medical Center, located at 7 Medical Parkway in Farmers Branch, is offering extended mammogram screening hours and a Saturday event during Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October. Appointments are required and can be scheduled by calling 972-888-7200.

Dallas Medical Center extends mammogram hours for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Dallas Medical Center is encouraging women to prioritize their health with extended screening hours and a special Saturday event. The hospital will …

UrbanTail Cleanup provides pet waste removal services throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area, helping dog owners maintain cleaner yards while freeing up time for other responsibilities. The company is preparing to introduce gift options for the upcoming holiday season.

The gift that won’t end up in the donate pile

Lately my household has been on a mission to get organized. We’re doing our own version of Marie Kondo and Swedish death cleaning, purging the boxes in the back of the closet and the drawers that …

The Festival at the Switchyard returns to Historic Downtown Carrollton on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, featuring live performances by Toad the Wet Sprocket, Eve 6 and Wheatus.

Top 10 things to know for Carrollton’s 16th annual festival at the Switchyard

Celebrate sweet 16 years of the Carrollton Festival at the Switchyard on Saturday, November 7 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., held on the streets of Historic Downtown Carrollton (1106 S. Broadway Street). …

Hit by an uninsured driver? What to know

TheZebra.com reports that 1 in 3 drivers are uninsured or underinsured, increasing financial risk for insured motorists in accidents.

How a smarter home can help families reclaim their time

(BPT) - It's a Thursday evening at home, and all you want to do is relax with your family. However, the mental list of possible to-dos stops you from being fully present with your loved ones. …

10 best cities to rent rather than own a house in 2026

TheZebra.com reports that Salt Lake City, Denver, and Austin are among the top 10 U.S. cities where renting is more affordable than buying.

6 Ways to Create a More Sustainable Bathroom

(Feature Impact) Conserving water, energy and resources is key to running an environmentally friendly household, and one of the best places to start is your bathroom. As one of the most frequently used rooms in the house, it's a small space that makes a big difference. Every flush, shower, twist of the tap and restock of restroom essentials is an opportunity to manage your ecological footprint.

Instacart's Halloween report: Reese's is No.1, regional candy quirks and the iconic banana costume

Instacart reports that Reese's Peanut Butter Cups are the top Halloween candy in 40 states, with regional quirks like HI-CHEW in Montana.