What would you do with $1.55 billion? You'll find out if you win the Mega Millions jackpot in the next drawing at 10 p.m. CT Tuesday. The estimated prize of $1.55 billion is the third-largest in...
Texas State Fair Reveals Food Semi-finalists
The State Fair of Texas has revealed 36 entries of novel culinary delights that might be available to fairgoers in September. The 19th annual Big Tex Choice Awards started out with 57 submissions...
Cranking the AC Might Not Beat the Heat
Summer is in full swing, and the temptation to turn up your AC may be all too enticing. But it appears that may not be the best way to beat the heat while avoiding breaking the bank or your air...
Oldest Giraffe in Captivity Dies at TX Zoo
The Ellen Trout Zoo in Lufkin shared that Twiga, a Maasai giraffe, died on Friday night after holding the world record as one of the oldest known giraffes in human care. Twiga was 31 years, 9...
Camp Exposure Makes Grand Return to Dallas
Camp Exposure returned to Dallas for its fourth annual Educational Football Camp. As a faith-based organization, Camp Exposure takes a holistic approach to developing Dallas-area high school...
Review Slams Fans of Anti-Trafficking Film
The magazineย Rolling Stone prompted controversy this past weekend after it published a movie review of a faith-based film about child sex trafficking that slammed fans of the movie as...
Three Texas Day Tours Among Tops in Nation
Central Texas recently saw itself listed several times on Tripadvisorโs annual Best of the Best Things to Do. According to Tripadvisor, an attraction figuring on this list is given a Travelersโ...
VIDEO: Local Author Goes Viral, Now a Best Seller
Itโs often said that a tiny spark can start a large fire. In the case of Arlington author Shawn Warner, this proverbial spark was a TikTok video taken by a stranger that went viral. Jerrad...
Can Smart Electricity Meters Be Hacked?
With many utility companies across the Lone Star State switching to smart meters, questions arise about the vulnerability of these devices to hackers. Dr. King Man Siu of the University of North...
McDonald’s Catering Weddings in Indonesia
Fast food giant McDonald's recently rolled out a wedding catering package to customers in Indonesia, pricing the feast at $233. In an Instagram post in late June, the company announced that couples...
Taylor Swift ‘Drag Brunch’ Held at Dallas Bar
A Dallas bar hosted a Taylor Swift-themed drag show brunch on Saturday. The event was held at Mr. Misster in the city's Oak Lawn neighborhood, where half a dozen female impressionists performed in...
Tips To Keep Pets Safe in Summer Heat
Since Texas summers can be brutal for man and beast alike, keeping pets healthy when temperatures soar just got a little easier with these tips from American Humane. The Lone Star State has...
Monster Cookie Inspires New Blue Bell Flavor
With July being National Ice Cream Month, Blue Bell Creameries, the Texas-based ice cream giant, is launching a new "monstrous" flavor for ice cream lovers. Blue Bell's latest concoction is called...
Keep Cool at Summer Splash Bash on Sundays
If you want to beat the heat this summer, look no further than Grapevine as the city hosts Summer Splash Bash, a great way to cool off and have some fun this summer. This exciting event, perfect for...
VIDEO: Texas Fireworks Go Viral
An extravagant Fourth of July fireworks display in San Antonio recently lit up not only the sky but also the world of social media. The cityโs Six Flags Fiesta Texas held what it called the...
VIDEO: Texas Restaurant Show To Ignite Culinary Scene
The countdown has begun for the highly anticipated 2023 Texas Restaurant Show, organized by the Texas Restaurant Association (TRA), as Houston prepares to host the prestigious event at the George R....
VIDEO: Broadway Dallas Unveils Season Lineup
Broadway Dallas revealed its 2023-2024 season lineup, which is packed with fan favorites and brand-new premieres. "We're thrilled to announce such a fantastic season, with four shows premiering at...
VIDEO: Local Graduate Wins Miss Texas
For Ellie Breaux, 2023 has delivered a Bachelor's degree in marketing from the University of North Texas and the title of Miss Texas. Breaux was crowned Miss Texas 2023 at the Charles W. Eisemann...
VIDEO: New Peppa Pig Theme Park Breaks Ground
Developers behind the new Peppa Pig Theme Park held a groundbreaking ceremony in North Richland Hills on Wednesday. Located next door to the popular NRH20 Family Water Park on Texas 26, the 14-acre...
Last Call for Local Fireworks Shows
In North Texas, the Fourth of July is no small affair as various towns and cities gear up to paint the sky with magnificent firework displays. As The Dallas Express recently reported, several...
Local Theater Puts on Deaf Showcase
North Texas Performing Arts (NTPA) kicked off its first production designed to be accessible to deaf and hard-of-hearing audience members on Friday. Billed as "Deaf Theatre Showcase: A Union of...