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Smash the Patriarchy and This Colorado Home While You’re at it

By Mimi Perez | January 8, 2025 |

It is never too early in the year to start smashing the patriarchy. For that matter, it is never too late in the year to smash the patriarchy. Simply put, it is always the right time to smash the ever-loving crap out of the patriarchy and it begins with the house featured in this week’s…

Republic Title Boils Down What You Should Know About Buying a House in 2025

By CandysDirt | January 7, 2025 |

As we welcome 2025, the North Texas real estate market is shaping up to be one of the best in the country. Ranked No. 1 for real estate investment in the Urban Land Institute’s annual Emerging Trends in Real Estate forecast, DFW continues to attract attention for its stability, affordability, job growth, and economic diversity.…

High-Speed Rail, Parks, and Progress: Councilman Omar Narvaez Shares His Vision for Dallas

By Shelby Skrhak | January 7, 2025 |

On this episode of Dallas Dirt, host Candy Evans sat down with Dallas City Councilmember Omar Narvaez to dive into some of the biggest developments shaping the city. From game-changing transportation projects to innovative urban planning, Narvaez shared his perspective on what’s driving Dallas forward and the challenges that come with growth. High-Speed Rail: Bridging…

Bonton Farms Ushers in New Year With Wellness Center, Affordable Apartments

By April Towery | January 7, 2025 |

Bonton Farms is one of the most underreported success stories in Dallas and yet they keep doing their thing — employing the formerly incarcerated, providing fresh food on an urban farm, offering social services, and housing those who otherwise wouldn’t be able to afford a roof over their heads.  The latest projects in Bonton are…

New Luxury Homes Planned for Grapevine Springs Development

By Joy Donovan | January 7, 2025 |

Grapevine, with a population of a little more than 50,000 is a booming place to live — provided that housing is available. Want a new house there? It’s nearly impossible, but there’s a new neighborhood in the works. Surrounded by such benefits as Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport and the award-winning Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District, Grapevine…

Dallas Residents Invited to Meet 3 City Manager Finalists at ‘Community Input Sessions’

By April Towery | January 6, 2025 |

Three public “meet and greets” to introduce the Dallas city manager finalists are set for 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 11, at Dallas City Hall, 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 11 at Singing Hills Recreation Center, and 1 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 12, at Fretz Recreation Center. Just three candidates are on the shortlist and a lot of…