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Published September 18State Fair of Texas to Highlight United States’ 250th Anniversary Through Various Attractions
Opening Day Ceremony Flyover, Patriotic Exhibits, Live Performances, and More DALLAS – September 18, 2026 – In addition to the recently announced attractions coming to the 2026 State Fair of Texas, we’re proud to introduce even more FREE experiences celebrating the 250th birthday…
Blue Ribbon News
Published September 17Botanical Bingo brings Plant Bingo Night to four area venues
(Sept. 17, 2026) Plant lovers and bingo fans can enjoy a relaxed evening of food, drinks and prizes as Botanical Bingo presents four Plant Bingo Night events across the area. Each event will feature 10 plant prizes, and every ticket holder will receive a free starter plant to…
WVIA Public Media
Published September 13Politics chat: Trump's $5,000 promise to voters, Vance invokes Charlie Kirk
Following the midterm convention in Dallas, President Trump's $5,000 campaign promise has generated attention, but not belief. And, Vice President JD Vance characterizes Democrats as extremists.
San Antonio Current
Published September 11YouTube views of Jimmy Kimmel interview with James Talarico surpass those for Dallas Trump-a-palooza
U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico’s appearance on Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show garnered far more YouTube views than the final night of Trump’s GOP midterm convention, according to a report by Newsweek. The Texas Democrat’s appearance — titled “Jimmy Kimmel’s Interview with…
San Antonio Current
Published September 11Trump blames empty seats at Dallas convention on people having to go potty
By now, Americans have grown accustomed to one of President Donald Trump’s most frequent refrains: “It was that other guy’s fault!” To be sure, Trump leaned heavily on that excuse when trying to explain the lackluster crowd size this week at the GOP’s unprecedented midterm…
San Antonio Current
Published September 11Senate Republicans finally mobilize with big money for Ken Paxton in Texas
DALLAS — Senate Leadership Fund, the super PAC affiliated with Senate Majority Leader John Thune, is coming off the sidelines in Texas’ U.S. Senate race, placing its first ad buy of the general election in support of Ken Paxton. Texas PAC, a new group connected to SLF, on Friday…
Carolina Journal
Published September 11Key NC Republican leaders in Dallas for RNC convention
Republican Senate Candidate Whatley speaks at RNC convention, Council of State members in attendance.
GPB News
Published September 11Empty seats, socialism and Trump dominate the Republican midterm convention
The two day Republican convention in Dallas showcased the party's biggest asset in trying to win competitive midterm races and its greatest obstacle: President Trump.
WVIA Public Media
Published September 11Empty seats, socialism and Trump dominate the Republican midterm convention
The two day Republican convention in Dallas showcased the party's biggest asset in trying to win competitive midterm races and its greatest obstacle: President Trump.
WVIA Public Media
Published September 09Republicans kick off unconventional midterm convention in Dallas with Trump speech
Republicans' first midterm convention, being touted as a "Trumpapalooza" by the Republican Party chairman, kicks off in Dallas with a program focused heavily on tax cuts and border security.
Oakland Post (Post News Group)
Published August 25COMMENTARY: Our Voices: Budget Season Begins
TEXAS METRO NEWS — Dallas is preparing its next budget, with the City Manager having presented her proposed FY27 budget to the City Council last Tuesday. The proposal emphasizes public safety, core services, operational efficiency, and a reduced tax rate. The post COMMENTARY: Our…
Oakland Post (Post News Group)
Published August 25COMMENTARY: Preserved by Purpose: Taking the Limits Off of God
THE DALLAS WEEKLY — A new article explores the concept of "taking the limits off God" in a Christian context, examining how individuals, despite their faith, can sometimes hold narrow expectations for divine intervention. The post COMMENTARY: Preserved by Purpose: Taking the…