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The Smurf Experience in Arlington Offers Summer Savings

Heavy rain continues to fall across North Texas on Thursday

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Top Stories: ➊ – Five suspects charged in 2024 double homicide at Arlington short-term rental near AT&T Stadium, police say (Friday), ➋ – Thousands of kids take part in T.D. Jakes Foundation STEAM Expo (Sunday), ➌ – Gunman in 2023 State Fair of Texas shooting pleads guilty before trial was set to begin (Monday), ➍ – Library Closed (Sunday), ➎ – FOURTH OF JULY READY (Friday)

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Library Closed

Lancaster Calendar of Events 6/14 7:00P

Event date: June 15, 2025 Event Time: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Location: Lancaster, TX 75146

First case of measles reported in Dallas County, health officials say

CBS Dallas-Fort Worth 6/12 11:16A Julia Falcon

Dallas County has reported its first case of measles , health officials said on Thursday. The resident is a woman in her mid-20s who was fully vaccinated, Dallas County Health...

Heavy rain continues to fall across North Texas on Thursday

CBS Dallas-Fort Worth 6/12 12:54A Brittany Rainey

Heavy rain continues to fall across North Texas Thursday morning, prompting another First Alert Weather Day. The heaviest rain is falling east of I-35 in areas that have already picked up nearly 6" of...

Ancestry Help

Lancaster Calendar of Events 6/11 7:00P

Event date: June 12, 2025 Event Time: 05:00 PM - 06:30 PM Location: 1600 Veterans Memorial Parkway https://www.lancaster-tx.com/1408/Library-Services Lancaster, TX 75134...

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Wizard Wednesdays with Ethan

Lancaster Calendar of Events 6/10 7:00P

Event date: June 11, 2025 Event Time: 04:00 PM - 11:59 PM Location: 1600 Veterans Memorial Parkway https://www.lancaster-tx.com/1408/Library-Services Lancaster, TX 75134

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Library Closed

City of Lancaster (Calendar) 6/14 7:00P

Event date: June 15, 2025 Event Time: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Location: Lancaster, TX 75146

The Smurf Experience in Arlington Offers Summer Savings

Lancaster BubbleLife iReporter 6/13 12:56A Dana Cobb

Families in North Texas have a new way to beat the summer heat with some help from the Smurfs. Just in time for rising temperatures, The Smurf Experience USA , located at Esports Stadium Arlington,...

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City of Lancaster (Calendar) 6/11 7:00P

Event date: June 12, 2025 Event Time: 05:00 PM - 06:30 PM Location: 1600 Veterans Memorial Parkway https://www.lancaster-tx.com/1408/Library-Services Lancaster, TX 75134...

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Wizard Wednesdays with Ethan

City of Lancaster (Calendar) 6/10 7:00P

Event date: June 11, 2025 Event Time: 04:00 PM - 11:59 PM Location: 1600 Veterans Memorial Parkway https://www.lancaster-tx.com/1408/Library-Services Lancaster, TX 75134

Gaming and Esports Lab

City of Lancaster (Calendar) 6/10 7:00P

Event date: June 11, 2025 Event Time: 12:00 PM - 06:00 PM Location: 1600 VETERANS MEMORIAL PKWY Lancaster, TX 75134

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NEW??AT??TARGET!!!?

The Sister Studio 6/11 2:14A Jennifer Reed

Happy Wednesday, my friends! I shared a big Target haul on social media on Sunday, and I m sooo excited about everything I shared! Every single item is under $35 (most under $30!) and so, so perfect...

MY FAVORITE SUMMER DENIM AND LAST MINUTE FATHER’S DAY GIFTS

The Middle Page 6/8 3:44A Cathy Williamson

MY FAVORITE SUMMER DENIM AND LAST-MINUTE FATHER S DAY GIFTS Hello, ladies! I hope you are having a good weekend. After the last couple of weeks of traveling, I m taking it very easy this weekend....

Summer Outfits to Copy ASAP!????

The Sister Studio 6/6 3:02A Jennifer Reed

TGIF, my friends! The weekend is here, and I m cheersing you with my coffee right now because we made it! I hope everyone has a wonderful Friday and has some fun weekend plans. I rounded up all of my...

My REVIEW OF THE CURRENTBODY SKIN LED NECK & DÉCOLLETAGE MASK (SERIES 2)

The Middle Page 6/5 4:10A Cathy Williamson

BEFORE PHOTO Let s talk about the part of our skincare routine that often gets overlooked: the neck and chest. If you re like me, you ve probably spent years investing in a...

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Mauricio Dubón's walk-off single lifts Astros over Twins 2-1, sweep 3-game series

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/16 2:18A Associated Press

The Astros have won five in a row and 16 of their last 22 to take a five-game lead over second-place Seattle in the AL West.

Texas rookie Kumar Rocker keeps scoreless start intact with help from pickle juice

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/16 2:13A Associated Press

The 25-year-old right-hander dealt with cramping in his legs before getting the victory in a 2-1 win over the Chicago White Sox on Sunday.

Local Fort Worth artist designs 2026 FIFA World Cup host city poster

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/15 5:43A Nicolette Perdomo

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Astros triumph 4-3 over White Sox as Paredes homers, Altuve shines with 2 doubles

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/13 2:13A Associated Press

Houston starter Framber Valdez (7-4) allowed seven hits and two runs with a season-high 12 strikeouts in five innings.

Dallas Mavericks reject interview request for Jason Kidd from the New York Knicks

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/11 7:35A Kelsey Leffingwell

Ime Udoka of the Houston Rockets and Chris Finch of the Minnesota Timberwolves have also declined interview requests from the New York Knicks.

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Lower drug prices and new insurance rules? What Trump’s exec order and “big, beautiful bill” mean...

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 6/10 5:22A Holmes Murphy

Never miss an episode of Healthy Politics. Subscribe now on Spotify, Amazon Music, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. Both the Trump administration and Republicans in...

JUST LISTED: Luxury Arlington Home For Sale at 5732 Chelmsford Trail in Briarhill Estates

DFW Urban Realty 6/8 9:06P broker@dfwurbanrealty.com (Kenne

Just Listed: 5732 Chelmsford Trail, Arlington, TX 76018 – Briarhill Estates Just listed home for sale in South Arlington at 5732 Chelmsford Trail, a move-in ready...

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U.S. birth rate is declining. Gen Z, millennials say the economy is a major factor

Spectrum Local News Health 6/16 9:00A Amber Hughes

Experts say the economy is a major factor as to why Americans are having fewer children.

Health experts seeing an increase in colon cancer in young people

Spectrum Local News Health 6/12 6:00A Blessing Iwuchukwu

Despite 45 years old being the recommended screening age for colonoscopies, one Texas doctor says she’s seeing patients as young as 19 years old.

Woman in Texas dies from brain-eating amoeba after clearing her sinuses with RV tap water

Spectrum Local News Health 6/6 7:19A Spectrum News Staff

A woman died after contracting a brain-eating amoeba from tap water she used to clear out her sinuses in Texas.

Texas hospital that discharged woman with doomed pregnancy violated the law, a federal inquiry...

Spectrum Local News Health 6/4 5:53A Associated Press

A new policy has thrown into doubt the federal government's oversight of hospitals that deny women emergency abortions.

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Hugo Spritz

Love and Lemons 6/24 4:37A Jeanine Donofrio

Have you ever tried a Hugo spritz? This Italian cocktail is bubbly and bright, with floral notes from elderflower liqueur and herbal depth from fresh mint. It s just as...

How to Make Avocado Deviled Eggs

Cooking Chew 6/23 7:20P Renee Groskreutz

With ripe avocado, avocado mayo, and just a handful of pantry seasonings, you'll add an extra flavor and richness to this potluck classic! The post How to Make Avocado Deviled...

Cowboy Hamburger Sliders

Joyful Healthy Eats 6/22 11:00P Krista

These Cowboy Hamburger Sliders are topped with creamy avocado, balsamic caramelized onions, and crispy bacon. You couldn t pack more flavor into one bite! They re a must make this summer! Say howdy...

Conservation Work on Farms and Ranches Could Take a Hit as USDA Cuts Staff

Civil Eats 6/22 10:00P Lisa Held

In the spring of 2024, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) officially offered Gretchen Troutman, 49, a job as a natural resource specialist. Elated, she packed up her...

Blackberry Cobbler

Love and Lemons 6/22 4:47A Jeanine Donofrio

This blackberry cobbler recipe is easy and delicious. Juicy, tangy blackberries meld into a golden batter that s soft and moist in the middle and crisp around the edges....