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Saks Global, Downtown Consortium Spar Over Neiman Marcus Narrative

By Charles Grand / March 5, 2025 /

A war of words broke out on Tuesday between Saks Global and a consortium of local stakeholders over the pending closure of Neiman Marcus’ flagship store in downtown Dallas. The public relations spat preceded a meeting that was supposedly going to take place at city hall on Wednesday between the Dallas Consortium for the Downtown…

Whither Downtown Dallas?

By Charles Grand / March 2, 2025 /

Downtown Dallas Revitalization, Crime, DART Woes, and the Neiman Saga… The whirlwind of news surrounding the pending closure of Neiman Marcus’ flagship store in downtown Dallas has brought renewed attention to the city center and its prospects. While a lot of anguish followed the announcement last month that the beloved retailer would be closing its…

Craig and Kathryn Walt Hall Honored with Downtown Dallas Inc.’s Groundbreaker Award

By April Towery / February 26, 2025 /

There’s no question that Craig and Kathryn Walt Hall, founders of the HALL Group real estate development firm, have made a significant impact on the growth and vibrancy of downtown Dallas. The Halls were honored last week at Downtown Dallas Inc.’s annual meeting, a ritzy soirée at the Omni Dallas Hotel.  Lucy Billingsley, a partner in…

Questions Remain as Saks Global to Shutter Neiman Marcus Downtown, Dallas HQ

By Charles Grand / February 20, 2025 /

An unofficial Dallas landmark will shut its doors forever March 31. As the end of an era for Dallas retail, Neiman Marcus will close its iconic downtown store after more than 100 years in the heart of the city. The retailer’s new owner Saks Global announced the shocking closure Tuesday, after what they call prolonged…

Investor Plans to Sell Former Dallas Morning News Headquarters to Data Center Firm

By Charles Grand / February 10, 2025 /

Poor communication on the part of the City of Dallas allegedly cost downtown a new entertainment district. Now, a data center could be built in its stead. Local CRE investor Ray Washburne recently told The Dallas Morning News that he plans to sell the news outlet’s old headquarters on Young Street to an unidentified data…