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Savor the Flavor: The Colony's Top Trio of Mexican Eateries
This article presents a guide to three delightful Mexican restaurants located in The Colony. Have you had the chance to savor their offerings yet? If you have, we'd love to hear your thoughts! Please feel free to leave your comments below.
Lewisville Woman Arrested in Red Oak Murder Case, Multiple Police Departments Involved
A collaborative effort among law enforcement agencies has resulted in the arrest of a suspect in connection with the murder of 54-year-old Jess Deon Dotson in Red Oak. On Monday, December 4, 2023, at approximately 10:02 am, Ellis County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a call about an unresponsive adult male in the 1000 block of Vinson Lane. Upon arrival at 10:08 am, deputies discovered Mr. Dotson lying face down in the front yard of a residence. Large areas of pooled blood and apparent gunshot wounds were noted.
Luxurious Texas Home For Sale Is A Castle With Modern Amenities
"For a man's house is his castle." Sir Edward Coke. 1611 La Mirada is an estate home currently for sale in South Lake, Texas. As you can see in the photo below, this home's aesthetic is heavily borrowed from English manor houses and castles. What a beauty. The home is...
A Taste of Japan: Top 3 Japanese Restaurants in The Colony
In this article, we'll be exploring three remarkable Japanese restaurants located right in The Colony. Have you had the chance to dine at any of these establishments? If yes, we'd love to hear about your experiences in the comments section below!
Frisco's Middle Eastern Food Scene: The 3 Restaurants You Can't Miss
In this article, we explore three exceptional Middle Eastern restaurants located in Frisco. Have you had the pleasure of dining at any of these establishments? If so, we'd love to hear your experiences! Please share your thoughts in the comments section below.
One dead in crash on Texas State Highway 121 in Grapevine
GRAPEVINE, Texas — Grapevine police said a driver died after crashing into a bridge support in the 4200 block of North State Highway 121 near Freeport Parkway Saturday. Police responded at about 11:45 a.m. after they said a van crossed all lanes of traffic, hit a bridge support to the right of the roadway and caught fire. Officers were unable to pull the driver out of the van, and the driver was pronounced dead at the scene, police said.
NTSB report details what led to fatal Plano plane crash
PLANO, Texas - Federal investigators released their first report examining a deadly plane crash that narrowly missed buildings in Plano just before Thanksgiving. The National Transportation Safety Board report details how a plane crashed into a shopping center in Plano. The crash happened on November 21. The pilot was the...
Plano Murder: Young Man Arrested for Killing Uber Driver and Father of Four
• A 43-year-old Uber driver, Mohamadou Thera, was found dead in the middle of a street in Plano, Texas. • Thera, a father of four from Sherman, had been shot in the head and died at the hospital.
Just what they needed
In the weeks leading up to the Toast of the Coast Tournament, it was about survival for The Colony girls basketball team. The Lady Cougars struggled to a 2-7 record and lost four games by at least 20 points. It was a challenging schedule that included games against Class 6A schools Denton Guyer, Little Elm and Prosper.
Aubrey woman convicted on money laundering, wire fraud conspiracy charges in 'romance scheme'
AUBREY, Texas — An Aubrey woman was convicted Thursday on charges related to defrauding elderly victims in romance schemes, officials announced. A jury convicted Ijeoma Okoro, 33, of one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and one count of conspiracy to commit money laundering after seven days of trial and 10 hours of deliberation, officials say.
Weekly Safety Report: Car Break-ins, Unknown Substance Spill, and Aggravated Assaults Impact Carrollton, Texas
In Carrollton, Texas, several incidents occurred this week that impacted the safety of the community. These incidents include a significant number of car break-ins, a spill of an unknown substance on a major highway, and reports of aggravated assaults and thefts. The Carrollton Police Department is actively investigating these incidents and taking measures to ensure the safety of residents.
The Magic of Stonebriar Centre Mall: Hub of Modern Retail in Frisco, TX
Introduction to Stonebriar Centre Mall: A Frisco Landmark. Nestled in Frisco, TX, Stonebriar Centre Mall is a beacon of retail splendor. Opened in August 2000, this shopping hub quickly became a cornerstone of the local community. With over 1,700,000 square feet of retail space, it’s not just a mall; it’s...
Weekly Safety Report: Vehicle Crash, Body Found in Pond, and Aggravated Robbery in Frisco, Texas
Frisco, Texas experienced several incidents this week. A vehicle crashed into a restaurant at The Star district, causing no injuries. A body was found in a pond at Frisco Commons Park, prompting an investigation. Additionally, a man was sentenced to 35 years in prison for a series of aggravated robberies across North Texas.
Dr. Shirley Murray’s 42nd Helping Hand Drive-Thru Free Grocery Giveaway Events to be held in the Dallas and Garland Areas
DALLAS, TX – In its fourth decade of providing food for the community, the Full Gospel Holy Temple Helping Hand Outreach annual Dr. Shirley Murray’s Helping Hand Drive-Thru Free Grocery Giveaway event is set for Saturday, December 16 at 9 A.M. at the Full Gospel Holy Temple Church located at 39727 West LBJ Freeway in Dallas, TX and at 1 p.m. on the site of Garland Full Gospel Holy Temple Church located at 308 E. Kingsley Road.
Weekly Safety Report: Shooting, Indecent Exposure, Robbery, and Knife Threat in Denton County, Texas
This week in Denton County, Texas, there were several incidents that occurred, including a shooting resulting in a roommate's death, a nude man arrested near a child care center, a robbery on the downtown Square, and a stranger threatening someone with a knife outside a store.
Weekly Safety Report: Arrests, Busted Rings, Fires, Shootings, Sentencing, and Scams in Plano, Texas
This week in Plano, Texas, the police department made significant arrests in a major operation against organized retail theft, busted a car theft ring targeting GM trucks, responded to a vehicle fire on the President George W. Bush Turnpike, investigated a fatal shooting on P Avenue, sentenced a man to 40 years for methamphetamine dealing, and saw a medical lab owner plead guilty to scamming Medicare out of $1.7 million.
North Texas Teen Hosts Annual Christmas Party for Homeless Children
A North Texas teenager is spreading holiday cheer by hosting an annual Christmas party for homeless children. Through his nonprofit, Never Too Young To Care, Jaxson Turner provides a hot meal, arts and crafts, new coats, shoes, and toys to children living at the Samaritan Inn in McKinney.