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      <title>‘There is Still Time To Stop and Smell The Flowers’ opens at Terrain Dallas</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 22:06:47 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Anna Galluzzi’s There is Still Time To Stop and Smell The Flowers opens Sunday, June 14, at Terrain Dallas in Elmwood. The post ‘There is Still Time To Stop and Smell The Flowers’ opens at Terrain… Source: Oak Cliff Advocate — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <title>Saint Primo spotlights Latino voices in film at first Oak Cliff event</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 20:41:44 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The nonprofit is dedicated to elevating, celebrating and empowering Latino voices in film and media. The post Saint Primo spotlights Latino voices in film at first Oak Cliff event appeared first on… Source: Oak Cliff Advocate — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <title>Oak Cliff residents part of the cast for the world premiere of ‘Momma Won’t Die’</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 19:27:25 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Filmmaker and director Del Shores is bringing the world premiere of Momma Won’t Die to North Texas. The post Oak Cliff residents part of the cast for the world premiere of ‘Momma Won’t Die’ appeared… Source: Oak Cliff Advocate — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <title>New SPARK! City exhibit celebrates Dallas neighborhoods ahead of FIFA World Cup</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:22:42 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>SPARK! Dallas, the youth educational nonprofit, has opened SPARK! City, a public art exhibition featuring immersive installations inspired by Dallas neighborhoods. The post New SPARK! City exhibit… Source: Oak Cliff Advocate — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <title>How to weigh in on Dallas City Hall’s future this week</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:11:56 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Dallas residents, including those in Oak Cliff, will have an opportunity to weigh in on the future of City Hall during a special-called Dallas City Council meeting on Wednesday, June 10. The post How… Source: Oak Cliff Advocate — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <title>KERA: Oak Cliff apartment explosion first responder was blocked by a Waymo self-driving car, video shows</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:42:04 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>A self-driving Waymo car blocked the street as first responders rushed to the scene of last week’s Oak Cliff apartment explosion, body camera footage shows. The post KERA: Oak Cliff apartment… Source: Oak Cliff Advocate — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <title>GARRISON BROTHERS DISTILLERY Announces the Launch of RANCH RESERVE SERIES</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 14:16:10 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Hye, Texas – Garrison Brothers Distillery, the first and oldest legal whiskey distillery in Texas, and the first distillery outside of Kentucky to produce authentic, handcrafted, corn-to-cork bourbon whiskey, is proud to announce Ranch Reserve Series. Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <title>House of Rare Tequila launched House Blanco ($69.99) and Reposado ($89.99)</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 13:59:41 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>JALISCO, MX – June 2, 2026 – House of Rare Tequila, the small batch, experimental tequila brand coveted by collectors, is proud to announce the launch of its core range – House Reposado (40% ABV, 750ml, $89.99 SRP) and House Blanco (40% ABV, 750ml, $69.99 SRP)… Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <title>DPS Unveils New Aircraft; Strengthens Airborne Law Enforcement Support</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 13:35:06 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has acquired its first Bell 407 helicopter since the 1980s, marking a significant investment in the agency’s aviation capabilities and its ongoing efforts to modernize and expand airborne law enforcement… Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <title>Tequila Don Julio 1942 Reveals Port of Champions Ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final</title>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 15:15:10 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>NEW YORK, NY — June 4, 2026 — As the world turns its attention to New York and New Jersey for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final, Tequila Don Julio 1942 is redefining the art of celebration with Port of Champions, a week-long luxury waterfront takeover. Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <title>NCTCOG shares travel strategies to reduce delays, ease congestion during World Cup</title>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 15:04:50 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>June 3, 2026 (Arlington, Texas) – North Texas is gearing up to welcome the world this summer. Arlington will soon host nine matches of the FIFA World Cup 2026™, including a semifinal – more than any other host city in the tournament. The matches, to be held… Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <title>Adult Getaways in Grapevine, Texas</title>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 14:58:31 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>GRAPEVINE, TEXAS (June 4, 2026) – Grapevine is the ideal destination in North Texas for refreshing adult getaways and day trips this Summer. Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <title>Horseshoe Bay Child Predator Named Featured Fugitive for June</title>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 14:52:23 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>AUSTIN – Texas 10 Most Wanted Sex Offender Victor Ramos Jr. – a child predator with ties to Llano and Burnet counties – is this month’s Featured Fugitive. Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <title>DPS Advises Public to Download iWatchTexas Ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup</title>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 14:44:48 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>AUSTIN – As Texas prepares to host matches in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) reminds everyone about the iWatchTexas program — a critical resource for reporting suspicious activity or behavior and enhancing safety during… Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <title>Primark’s Texas Takeover Accelerates: The Parks Mall at Arlington Store Arriving June 25</title>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 14:42:14 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>June 1, 2026 — Primark, the international clothing retailer that offers amazing quality fashion at value prices, today announced it will open its sixth store in the Lone Star State at The Parks Mall at Arlington on June 25. Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <title>Restaurant Beatrice will serve final meals this weekend</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 22:38:25 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>After recently celebrating its fourth anniversary, Restaurant Beatrice is closing. The post Restaurant Beatrice will serve final meals this weekend appeared first on Oak Cliff . Source: Oak Cliff Advocate — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <title>Two Oak Cliff neighborhoods implement reforestation programs with help from the City</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:41:36 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Two Oak Cliff neighborhoods have brought over 100 new trees to their streets by utilizing resources from the City of Dallas and Heritage Oak Cliff. The post Two Oak Cliff neighborhoods implement… Source: Oak Cliff Advocate — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <title>Dallas. Big Things Happen Here!</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:24:34 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Dallas is a city of great potential, but it is being held back by its lack of moral clarity and its unwillingness to confront its deeply local realities, resulting in economic segregation, inequity,… Source: Dallas Weekly — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <title>Parts of District 4 to be sprayed after mosquitoes test positive for West Nile virus</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:23:39 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Photo courtesy of Getty Images. The City of Dallas will be conducting mosquito spraying for portions of District 4 after a mosquito sampling came back positive for West Nile virus from the 75216 ZIP… Source: Oak Cliff Advocate — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <title>Dallas Animal Services launches ‘First Fridays’ event series this week</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 22:09:42 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Photo courtesy of Dallas Animal Services. Dallas Animal Services (DAS) will host the organization’s inaugural First Fridays event on Friday, June 5 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The event will extend regular… Source: Oak Cliff Advocate — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <title>African American Museum, Dallas Unveils Major Renovations</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:31:50 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The African American Museum, Dallas and Dallas City officials celebrated major renovations, new investments and partnerships at the Fair Park cultural institution. Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <title>Kaleidoscope Park Partners With NFL Players to Host “For The Family Day” Community Event</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:42:29 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>FRISCO, Texas (June 1, 2026) – Kaleidoscope Park, in partnership with the Ascendancy Group, is teaming up with current NFL player Sam Williams and former NFL player Charles Haley to host a free, family-friendly community event on Sunday, June 28, from 10:00… Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <title>Visit Dallas Launches FIFA World Cup 26 Dallas™ Margarita Mile Cup</title>
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      <description>DALLAS, — As Dallas prepares to welcome a global audience for nine World Cup matches in 2026, Visit Dallas and the North Texas FWC Organizing Committee is proud to introduce the FIFA World Cup 26 Dallas™ Margarita Mile Cup. Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <title>TEA launches Educator Misconduct Dashboard and Student Protection Resource Center</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:24:36 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>AUSTIN, Texas – June 2, 2026 — The Texas Education Agency (TEA) today announced the launch of the Educator Misconduct Dashboard, a comprehensive, interactive tool that provides access to misconduct reports submitted to TEA, agency investigations, State Board… Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <title>DQ’s June Blizzard of the Month Is the Drumstick Blizzard</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:21:25 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>BEDFORD, Texas (June 2, 2026) – School is out for summer and DQ restaurants in Texas have the perfect reason to add a sweet treat to your summer plans. Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <description>Nearly 9 in 10 Americans say brain health is important — but only 1 in 10 know how to maintain it, according to the newly released 2026 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts &amp; Figures report. Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <title>Hat Creek Burger Company &amp; Terry Black’s Barbecue Team Up for LTO</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 14:57:10 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Who could refuse an invitation to sample Hat Creek Burger Company’s LTO offering of a Texas-sized burger combined with Terry Black’s legendary chopped brisket and sweet-and-tangy BBQ sauce? Certainly not my burger-loving spouse, who deserved a special reward… Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <title>Ellafair 2026 at BloomFest Music and Arts Festival in Duncanville</title>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 17:05:21 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Ellafair 2026 at BloomFest Music and Arts Festival, sponsored by the City of Duncanville and Duncanville Arts Commission and presented in cooperation with the Duncanville Arts Foundation, drew enthusiastic community support in its second year. Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:21:04 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Nic Nicosia: Everyday Surreal, a survey of the last 25 years of one of the city’s most celebrated living artists, is now open at the Nasher Sculpture Center in Dallas through Aug. 16. Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 20:22:08 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Dallas Symphony Orchestra is kicking off summer with three free parks concerts in Downtown Dallas. The DSO invites families, neighbors, and music lovers to enjoy an evening of live symphonic music in the heart of their own communities. Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 21:09:51 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Yardbird Southern Table &amp; Bar’s team greet their guests with real Southern-style, downhome warmth and hospitality. From the moment you enter Yardbird’s spacious premises in the downtown Dallas Park District, you’ll feel right at home. Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <title>Marlon Goff Named Duncanville Director of Economic Development</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 19:20:30 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The City of Duncanville has selected Marlon Goff as its new Director of Economic Development, effective Monday, May 4, 2026. Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 16:07:59 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Broadway Dallas and Broadway Across America (BAA) bring WICKED, Dallas’s most popular musical, back to the Music Hall at Fair Park May 6–June 14, as part of the 2025/2026 Broadway Series presented by Broadway Dallas. Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <title>Elevate Your Cinco de Mayo with Craft Tequila Cocktails</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 15:51:53 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Cinco de Mayo is basically the official kickoff to “Patio Season,” and a mediocre mixer simply won’t cut it when the sun is out and the vibes are high. Whether you’re throwing a full-blown fiesta or just looking for an excuse to salt a rim on a Taco Tuesday… Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 17:17:13 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Moms deserve more than just one day in May, and some local venues are offering a way to make it a month-long celebration. Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 11:43:09 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>DUNCANVILLE – The Duncanville Police Department has arrested Garrett Davis following an investigation into allegations of voyeurism involving an educator and a student. On April 13, 2026, Duncanville ISD Police Department was made aware of allegations of an… Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:13:51 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>DALLAS, TX — April 30, 2026 — The Uncle Drew Circuit by Kyrie Irving will tip off its Dallas stop this week at Lancaster High School, bringing a high-level youth basketball experience focused on craft, competition, and community to North Texas. Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <title>Visit Dallas Celebrates “Dallas Can-Do Spirit Day,” Showcasing the Power of Tourism</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:29:05 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>DALLAS (April 29, 2026) — Visit Dallas will host the second annual Dallas Can-Do Spirit Day on May 7, 2026, bringing together the city’s tourism and hospitality community for a morning of service, civic pride and community engagement in celebration of National… Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:15:56 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>TEXAS — Saturday, May 9th marks the 34th anniversary of the largest one-day food drive in the nation – the National Association of Letter Carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger® Food Drive. Letter Carriers are in the communities they serve every day and often come face… Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:59:31 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>AUSTIN — Warmer weather across Texas means more time outdoors and more encounters with wildlife. Spring and early summer are also when many species give birth and raise their young, which can lead to confusion when animals appear to be alone. Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:08:25 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Great news for local Midlothian pet owners, Hollywood Feed recently announced the opening date for its newest location in Texas. The healthy and holistic pet food and supply retailer will open its next Dallas-area location on Saturday, May 2 at 150 Nicolette… Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:03:15 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Parks Invested $1 million in enhancements, new events, and special experiences &amp;nbsp; ROANOKE, Texas (April 24, 2026) — Hawaiian Falls, North Texas’ family‑friendly water parks, announced opening dates for its 2026 season, along with a lineup of new park enhan… Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:41:46 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>BUDA, TX – The Texas Financial Crimes Intelligence Center (FCIC), in collaboration with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), the Hays County District Attorney’s Office, and the Hays County Proactive Unit, successfully dismantled a sophisticated organiz… Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:37:22 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Cedar Hill Museum of History, a small history museum dedicated to community learning through the preservation of cultural and natural heritage in Cedar Hill, recently opened two new permanent exhibits. The installation of the exhibits coincides with the… Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:34:55 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The 40th Anniversary Gala of the Yellow Rose Gala Foundation (YRGF) brought a delightful mix of creatively costumed celebrants to “Party Like It’s 1986” at the Renaissance Dallas April 18. Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 14:00:54 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Health science students from Midlothian High School and Midlothian Heritage High School recently participated in a hands-on medical symposium at Methodist Midlothian Medical Center, providing them a unique opportunity to explore careers in healthcare. Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:53:06 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>2026 USA Film Festival (USAFF) returns for its 56th edition April 22-26 to the Angelika Film Center in Dallas. Warren Elgort’s “Authur Elgort: Models &amp; Muses” with Arthur Elgort in attendance kicks off the festival. The USAFF’s Centerpiece Screening will be… Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 21:28:46 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>The Dallas community is invited to serve at The Stewport during Love Your Neighbor Week April 19–25. Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:57:16 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>KINKY BOOTS struts back into Dallas with a limited engagement of the multi-award-winning Broadway musical at Winspear Opera House April 23-25. Tickets for the North American Touring production of Kinky Boots are avalable now at attpac.org. Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 20:50:59 GMT</pubDate>
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      <description>Cinco de Mayo celebrates Mexico’s 1862 victory over the second French Empire each year on May 5, marking the event with colorful parades, fiestas, and special restaurant offers. Source: linked publisher — cited local brief from Southwest Dallas News.</description>
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