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Count On Caruth Homeplace to Set a New Standard of Sophstication

By Daniel Lalley / October 10, 2025 /

Nestled in the heart of Dallas, Caruth Homeplace is a premier neighborhood known for its rich history and sophisticated homes. Founded in 1852 by the William Barr Caruth family, this enclave is steeped in Dallas tradition. Of course, the architecture here reflects these roots with timeless elegance and elevated aesthetics. Residents here enjoy an abundance…

Implementation of South Dallas Fair Park Area Plan Needs Community Input

By Charles Grand / October 10, 2025 /

City officials are gearing up to implement the zoning and land use guidance from the South Dallas Fair Park Area Plan that city council members adopted this summer. The final plan was the culmination of years of work by officials, neighborhood residents, and other stakeholders who set out to develop a five-year strategy to revitalize…

New Preston Hollow Hotel, Apartment Tower Could Be Going Up, Pending Zoning Approval

By Charles Grand / October 9, 2025 /

Developers looking to build a $650 million mixed-use project on seven acres in a popular Preston Hollow commercial zone want to spruce up the area with some hospitality, housing, and greenery. Burk Interests and Greenway Investment Company, both Dallas-based firms, plan on putting up a transformative development that includes a 28-story hotel, a 24-story condo…

From Survival to Revival: Bonton’s Floodgates Become a Symbol of Art, Homes, and Hope

By Mimi Perez / October 7, 2025 /

The residents of the South Dallas neighborhood of Bonton are writing a new chapter for the place they call home, and it comes in the form of fresh food and public art. An area of town that is still recovering from years of city neglect and biblical-like flooding from the Trinity River, the collective will…

Dallas Homelessness Committee Explores New Shelter Options — Including Tiny Homes

By Charles Grand / October 7, 2025 /

A special called meeting of the Dallas Housing & Homelessness Solutions Committee will be held Tuesday afternoon to receive presentations on shelter and service options that could help the city get a handle on its homelessness problem. Council Member Cara Mendelsohn (District 12), the committee’s chair, called for the meeting. Officials will hear from representatives…