Southlake

Gary Fickes Remembered as Visionary Public Servant in Southlake and Tarrant County

By Joy Donovan / July 18, 2025 /

Gary Fickes, a former Southlake mayor and longtime Tarrant County commissioner known for his hands-on leadership and community-minded service, died last week at his family’s ranch in Comanche. He was 75. His memorial service is scheduled for 2 p.m. Monday at the Hurst Conference Center, 1601 Campus Dr. in Hurst, with visitation from 4 to…

Huddle Up! 18 Acres Ready for Commercial Real Estate Touchdown in Southlake

By Joy Donovan / July 15, 2025 /

Talk about your primo piece of property. There’s more than 18 acres of Southlake turf that just went on the market. Touted for its “excellent street coverage,” the parcel of land at 1101 N. Carroll Ave. is just waiting for its next big play. The property sits in Northeast Tarrant County and in the Carroll…

Got Pool Envy? Don’t Sweat It With These Ebby Halliday Listings

By CandysDirt / July 5, 2025 /

Summer is in full swing, and there’s no better time to dive into the market — and into your own pool. Ebby Halliday agents are leading the way in North Texas real estate, helping buyers find everything from cozy retreats to luxury estates, all with signature service and local expertise. Whether you’re dreaming of a…

Lawn Chairs Ready? 20 North Texas Fireworks Shows to Celebrate Independence Day

By Joy Donovan / July 3, 2025 /

Fireworks on July 4th are as American as mom, apple pie and the stars and stripes. But want to guess as to how many people who get caught up in the excitement of celebrating America’s birthday also end up getting injured? Too many is the answer, and it’s enough the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission…

Discover a Secluded Southlake Sanctuary With an Entire Acre of Room to Relax

By Daniel Lalley / May 2, 2025 /

Since 2020, we’ve seen a mass exodus from big cities to more secluded surroundings. In fact, it’s estimated that 2.7 million Americans have relocated from large urban areas to more remote locales. This amounts to twice as much movement as the preceding three years. Of course, with this boom in demand, luxury builders are looking…