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World Cup Kicks Off in D-FW, But Extent of Tourism Boom Remains Uncertain

By Charles Grand / June 14, 2026 /

FIFA World Cup 2026 has officially begun, and the D-FW’s first host city match kicks off Sunday afternoon at “Dallas Stadium” in Arlington. Millions of visitors are expected to descend upon the Metroplex over the course of the next month to attend matches and get in on all the revelry planned around North Texas. The…

This Luxe Lakewood Escape Is Your Key to a Life on Vacay Mode

By Daniel Lalley / June 14, 2026 /

Now that school is out and temperatures are soaring, it’s time to cue those summer social media feeds with their photo dumps and FOMO drivers. While many go about reserving retreats this season, others may seek to make paradise a permanent home. If the latter sounds more like what you’re looking for, keep reading. Situated…

City Hall Roundup: Community Survey, Deep Ellum Kiosks Launch, Beat the Heat

By Charles Grand / June 14, 2026 /

It’s been hectic this past week at Dallas City Hall, with a high-stakes meeting about the fate of historic 1500 Marilla St. understandably dominating local headlines and social media chatter. That wasn’t the only news, though. Here are some things you might’ve missed: Survey Says… Dallas’ latest annual Community Survey was recently released. The survey…

City Hall Relocation Prep Work Is Back on the Agenda Wednesday

By Charles Grand / June 13, 2026 /

Council members are heading back to the horseshoe on Wednesday to consider authorizing City Manager Kimberly Tolbert to conduct advance work on relocating Dallas City Hall and its emergency dispatch operations. Mayor Eric Johnson requested the meeting Thursday evening, one day after the city council voted to shelve repair plans for the I.M. Pei-designed property…

This Preston Hollow Home Lives Like a One-Story With a Bonus Suite Upstairs

By Shelby Skrhak / June 13, 2026 /

Many buyers searching Preston Hollow want plenty of space; that’s one reason why people buy in this part of North Dallas. But not everyone wants a traditional two-story floor plan, and that’s one thing that makes 6822 Meadow Road noteworthy. The 4,231-square-foot home features a one-and-a-half-story layout, with the primary suite, office, main living areas,…