T. Boone Pickens pushes his energy plan to packed house at UT-Dallas
The billionaire oil-baron has a plan for getting America off of foreign oil.
Friday, Nov. 6, 2009
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Dallas-based ACS awarded contract to administer Hurricane Ike relief grant
ACS will administer the program for two years.
Friday, Nov. 6, 2009
Irving-based Fluor wins new Iraq contracts from U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
The contract value is worth approximately $80 million.
Friday, Nov. 6, 2009
Mico Rodriguez no longer involved with Screen Door at Dallas’ One Arts Plaza
Just three weeks ago, he was appointed by Lucy Billingsley to run the place.
Friday, Nov. 6, 2009
Association of Corporate Counsel names Dallas-Fort Worth Group as National Chapter of the Year
The chapter was the 2009 medium-sized Chapter of the Year.
Friday, Nov. 6, 2009
Oceanaire Seafood Room at Westin Galleria Dallas has new chef Aaron Valimont
He sees each day as a culinary adventure.
Friday, Nov. 6, 2009
Irving-based VHA Inc. promotes John Fassnacht to Vice President of Talent and Organizational Development
Fassnacht joined the company in 1998.
Friday, Nov. 6, 2009
Senior volunteers offer wisdom, guidance to Denton community
RSVP was created with the central belief that senior volunteers are valuable resources whose talent, wisdom, and experience can be utilized to create safer, healthier, and stronger communities.
Friday, Nov. 6, 2009
Dallas-based company introduces pure synthetic ceramic metal treatment for moving metal parts
CerBondT can be used to improve cars, trucks, planes, industrial machines, HVAC equipment, lawn equipment, farm equipment, and hair dryers. OK, kidding about the hair dryers.
Friday, Nov. 6, 2009
Four Seasons Market debuts on Saturday at Firewheel Town Center in Garland
Featuring local food, crafts, entertainment.
Friday, Nov. 6, 2009
Plano ISD deploys new wireless network for their 53,000 students
The system, Xirrus, provides secure remote connections with 75% fewer devices, cables, and switch ports, saving the district a substantial amount in equipment.
Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009
New clinic offers relief to Oak Cliff
With a shortage in qualified psychologists in Oak Cliff, one organization has taken charge to offer hope.
Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009
Alo Restaurant will not re-open at Knox-Henderson, seeking other Dallas locations
File this one under "landlord troubles."
Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009
Irving-based Fluor awarded gas storage contract in The Netherlands
Zero emissions facility to provide energy security for European consumers.
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009
Papou’s Greek Kitchen and Taverna in Lakewood no longer open
It was always a quirky situation to begin with.
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009
Recession woes penetrate Highland Park and University Park “bubble”
It may not be spoken of out loud, but news of harder financial times is whispered through inner circles.
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009
New exotic pepper producer debuts on Dallas website EatGreenDFW.com
He'll also be at the Milestone Third Sunday Farmers Market on November 15.
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009
Dallas-based Orange Cup frozen yogurt chain opening branch in Austin
OrangeCup currently has six locations in Texas, and recently opened their first international store in Monterrey, Mexico.
Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009
Nana’s Kountry Kitchen in Grapevine is proud of its chicken-fried steak
Accompanied by mashed potatoes -- the real ones, made on site -- and gravy, of course.
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009
State approves funding for Mesquite Metro Airport
The funds will be used for fencing improvements.
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009
Dallas-based Southwest Airlines Pilots’ Association ratifies contract with company
Over 87% of pilots voted in favor of the new contract, with a voter participation rate over 93%.
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009
Renaissance Dallas Hotel named 2009 Hotel of the Year by Hotel Association of North Texas
Saluted for its strong focus on the guest experience.
Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2009
Chef Kenny Mills leaves Sullivan’s for new steakhouse in downtown Dallas
Dallas Chop House is scheduled to open in the Comerica Bank Tower in December.
Monday, Nov. 2, 2009
Receive free internet on American Airlines flights through Saturday
They're launching the freebie in conjunction with Lexus.
Monday, Nov. 2, 2009
Dallas Divas & Daughters moms get picky with birthday guest list
It's my party and I'll un-invite you if I want to.
Monday, Nov. 2, 2009
Small shops make Carrollton’s downtown area complete
Year after year, stores come and go, but Carrollton has been able to maintain “the square” with small shops that cater to various ages groups.
Monday, Nov. 2, 2009
Without health insurance, women in North Texas must make tough choices
One in five women in Dallas go without health insurance.
Monday, Nov. 2, 2009
Dallas Cowboys 38, Seattle Seahawks 17
Dallas pounds hapless Seattle for its third straight win.
Sunday, Nov. 1, 2009
Photo gallery: Hundreds at White Rock Lake strip down for Undy 5000
The event raised more than $100,000 for colorectal cancer and from what we hear, it was a gas.
Sunday, Nov. 1, 2009
United Way of Denton County reaches $1 million mark for 2009 campaign
They're aiming for $2.45 million.
Friday, Oct. 30, 2009
Texas Higher Education Board approves new UNT football stadium plan
The approval removes the last official obstacle for the stadium's construction.
Friday, Oct. 30, 2009
Last Chance Saloon & Restaurant brings country-western to downtown Plano
The buzz on downtown Plano gets bigger and bigger.
Friday, Oct. 30, 2009
Movie Tavern to open West 7th Street location in Fort Worth on November 13
With a new menu developed especially for this location.
Thursday, Oct. 29, 2009
Parkland adds language access phones in every patient room
At least 77 languages have been spoken by patients receiving care at Parkland.
Thursday, Oct. 29, 2009
Dallas-based Latina Lista blog re-launches as multimedia news site
When it comes to niche communities like Latinos, national is local, says publisher Marisa Trevino.
Thursday, Oct. 29, 2009
Video: American Heart Association in Dallas encourages hands-only CPR
Through the Hands-Only CPR campaign, the American Heart Association and Ad Council hope to reach all adults, particularly women age 55 years and older who are most likely to be the spouses of potential victims.
Thursday, Oct. 29, 2009
From loss to life: Dallas-area couple uses son’s death as inspiration to create SIDS America
Just days before what would have been Billy's second birthday, SIDS America has launched a website, offering a wealth of resources.
Thursday, Oct. 29, 2009
Irving-based VHA Inc. named Seventh Best Place to Work in Health Care
VHA ranked 76th in 2008.
Thursday, Oct. 29, 2009
Fort Worth ISD teachers rewarded for exceptional teaching with peak in paychecks
More than $2 million will go out to teachers this month who "show exceptional ability to improve student achievement."
Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009
Korean companies to showcase consumer electronics products at Sheraton Dallas November 4-5
The complimentary two-day event will include breakfast and lunch programs with speakers from Samsung, University of Texas at Dallas, and Hillwood.
Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009
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