Pegasus News Exclusive

They're going into the new culinary center of Dallas-Fort Worth: Carrollton.

Tuesday, May 5, 2009

Interview & Video Performance: Companion

Formerly Hey Hollywood, this Dallas band has gone through quite the metamorphosis of late.

Tuesday, March 31, 2009

Video Interview & Performance: Salim Nourallah

Nourallah stopped by PegNews HQ to talk about his forthcoming record, Constellation, and to preview a few of the new tracks.

Wednesday, March 25, 2009

Swirll Winery in downtown Dallas to re-open in April with new owners

They'll still offer the create-your-own-wine feature for which Swirll was known, but they're also installing a wine bar in front where you can stop in and have a glass.

Wednesday, March 11, 2009

UPDATED: Dallas-based Brinker rumored to have laid off approximately 160 people, shutting down stores

Rumor regarding owner of Chili's now officially confirmed.

Thursday, Jan. 29, 2009

AFI Dallas CEO and programmers pick their fave films from other festivals

By John P. Meyer

... and talk about their most memorable audience experiences during AFI Dallas 2008.

Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2009

Fair to Midland discusses, reveals new songs at Curtain Club

Guitarist Cliff Campbell talks with PegNews about the band's forthcoming follow up to Fables From a Mayfly...

Sunday, Jan. 4, 2009

Strong’s Everyday Tavern in Dallas to close on December 30

Space will be taken over by Nick & Sam's.

Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2008

Pulcinella Ristorante on Henderson Avenue in Dallas closed down

And the number at the original location in Katy, Texas has been disconnected.

Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008

Carrollton Mayor Ron Branson encourages citizens to express opinions

When something really needs to be done in the community, Branson makes sure that people are backing him.

Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2008

Meridian Room in Dallas’ Exposition Park closed

This bad news follows the recent closure of the neighboring Bar of Soap.

Monday, Sept. 29, 2008

UPDATED: Questions raised, lawsuits filed, over funds marked for local-music foundation in Dallas

Where is the money raised in the name of deceased local music fan Anju Gill?

Thursday, Sept. 11, 2008

Allen Police Chief Bill Rushing is a self-made man

Rushing said that officers have a hard time dealing with victimized people, but get their rewards from knowing that they have helped.

Thursday, Sept. 11, 2008

Grill 400, in ill-fated location in Dallas’ Bishop Arts district, closed

Workers could be seen moving furniture out of the place last weekend.

Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2008

Allen Parks & Rec. Director Tim Dentler oversees busy schedule of events and vast parklands

Program includes summer concert series and fireworks in June, not to mention an empire of 58 parks.

Monday, Sept. 8, 2008

Allen Fire Chief Bill Hawley finds job exciting/challenging

Hawley said the city of Allen has everything he's looking for.

Friday, Sept. 5, 2008

Pugs and Kelly take 2 - 6 PM slot on 93.3 The Bone

By Mike Orren

Talk radio on The Bone? That's a switch.

Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008

Longtime mayor of Allen pleased with city’s economic growth

With developments such as Watters Creek, Allen is currently one of the hottest cities in the Dallas area.

Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2008

Allen City Manager Peter Vargas wants to make a difference

Vargas tries to convey to 650 staff members that they are there to serve the citizens of Allen.

Sunday, Aug. 17, 2008

Mid-cities restaurateur shuts down Michael Anthony’s and Bacio Mia in Southlake, and Sofio’s in Flower Mound

Michael Anthony's location has already been taken over by a Mexican restaurant.

Saturday, Aug. 16, 2008

UPDATED: Austin-based Chuy’s restaurant expanding to Plano, taking over Shady Oaks site

Shady Oaks closed on Monday August 11.

Thursday, Aug. 14, 2008

Denton Mayor Mark Burroughs feels many years of volunteering led him to leadership role

One of Burroughs' goals was to implement the 20-year plan [Denton Plan] that was created in 1999 with years of community input.

Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2008

Frisco Parks & Recreation Director Rick Wieland quick to credit staff

They've ushered in popular new senior adult center and indoor recreation center.

Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2008

Frisco Police Chief Todd Renshaw and officers make a difference in citizens’ lives

"Hiring the right folks and making sure that they're provided with the right tools and training to do a good job is paramount."

Monday, Aug. 4, 2008

Frisco Fire Chief Mack Borchardt places high value on character, integrity and work ethic

"Not too long after becoming a volunteer firefighter, I fell in love with it in 1973."

Saturday, Aug. 2, 2008

Milwaukee Joe’s at Inwood Village in Dallas closed on Saturday July 26

The Southlake and Bedford locations will remain open.

Tuesday, July 29, 2008

Cremona Bistro to re-open on Worthington Street in Dallas in August

Replacing the original location which burned down in June.

Tuesday, July 29, 2008

UPDATED: Lakewood restaurant Kitchen 1924 closed

Dallas' restaurant scene continues downward spiral.

Monday, July 28, 2008

Irving City Manager Tommy Gonzalez says city offers many opportunities

Gonzalez loves coming to work every day because of the interaction with employees and the opportunity of recognizing them for exceptional services.

Saturday, July 26, 2008

Frisco Mayor Maher Maso’s goals for city are quality of life oriented

Frisco's population as of July 1 was 101,393, and it's the seventh fastest growing city in the United States.

Wednesday, July 23, 2008

Frisco City Manager George Purefoy’s goal is finding right mix of government for city as it grows

Frisco's present general fund budget for police, fire, streets, parks and library is $70 million, but if you add in water, sewer and sanitation, it's closer to $140 million total.

Friday, July 18, 2008

Rick Stein’s Steakhouse on Tollway in Dallas closed on Tuesday July 15

Stein said "it's just too hard to be in business right now"; Dallas' restaurant scene appears to be headed for a tailspin.

Wednesday, July 16, 2008

Colleyville restaurant 62 Main closing Saturday July 12

Sorry, the last supper is already sold out, says chef-owner David McMillan.

Saturday, July 12, 2008

Butterfly Spirits, an artsy business in Carrollton, evolved from tragedy

In the fall of 1996, Oates' husband, John, suffered a tragic accident and died.

Thursday, July 10, 2008

Pegasus News Local Music Showcase returns to Club Dada on July 18

For our second showcase, we'll trip all along the folk music spectrum. And did we mention it's free?

Wednesday, July 9, 2008

Kirby’s Steakhouse in Plano shut down on Saturday

Days from now, June 28 will be known as "Black Saturday," a day of infamy in Dallas dining history.

Monday, June 30, 2008

UPDATED: Grotto Ristorante in Dallas’ Uptown bites the dust

That makes three in the course of a single weekend.

Monday, June 30, 2008

Flower Mound Fire Chief Eric Metzger achieves lifelong dream of being firefighter

Eric Metzger has watched the town grow to over 62,500 people, creating the need for five fire stations.

Monday, June 23, 2008

Dallas chef Gilbert Garza defends wife, Next Food Network Star contestant Lisa Garza

Chivalry is not dead.

Monday, June 23, 2008

Prego Pasta House in North Dallas closed for now due to gas leak