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Dallas City Council to Revisit Lake Highlands ‘Hotel From Hell’ Rezoning at Feb. 22 Meeting

By April Towery | January 9, 2023 |

The ever-growing list of items deferred to 2023 is now facing a panel of Dallas City Council members, the majority of whom are seeking re-election. One such item is Zoning Case No. 22-2168. The site in question is an Extended Stay America Hotel that’s been a hotbed of criminal activity on the north side of…

Looking For a Richardson Apartment? Be Prepared to Spend a Pretty Penny

By Joanna England | January 9, 2023 |

A recent report from real estate survey factory Zumper shows that rents in the Dallas-Fort Worth area are still some of the priciest in the state — meaning that what you pay for a Richardson apartment has gone up in a big way. In Texas, the median rent for a one-bedroom apartment is $1,176. Compare…

Check Out These Three National Parks For Unique Winter Experiences

By CandysDirt | January 9, 2023 |

Sure it may be a little chilly in winter, but there is no sight more beautiful than Bryce Canyon’s orange and red hoodoos dusted with white snow. And that’s not the only National Park that provides a unique experience in a traditionally low-traffic season. Yes, it may be a little cold, but winter is a great…

New Year’s Resolutions 2023: Keeping It Real

By Elaine Raffel | January 8, 2023 |

Covid has changed the way we all think about resolutions. One thing has become increasingly clear: The desire to keep it real in 2023.

Lush Tree-Lined Streets Prove ‘Everything Grows in Oakhurst’ Neighborhood

By CandysDirt.com Contributor | January 8, 2023 |

Located just Northeast of downtown Fort Worth, the Oakhurst neighborhood is a 100-year-old community perched on a bluff overlooking the Trinity River, less than a 10-minute drive from Sundance Square and the Cultural District 

Discover the Luxe Life at Las Colinas Station

By Daniel Lalley | January 7, 2023 |

Las Colinas has become one of the most up-and-coming DFW areas of the last decade. Here, there’s no shortage of entertainment, retail, and culinary attractions. With the incredible views of Lake Carolyn and all the dining and nightlife destinations popping up around Toyota Music Factory, this city is brimming with excitement. Right in the mix,…