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Readers Share Their Favorite Old Dallas Restaurants

Lauren Drewes Daniels — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:00:00 -0600

Prince Hamburgers, Charcoal Broiler, Highland Park Cafeteria and Celebration are some of the most beloved and long-standing gems in Dallas.

10 Oldest Dallas Restaurants That Are Local Institutions

Lauren Drewes Daniels — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:28:18 -0600

In a city of churn-and-burn dining, these icons prove staying power lies in execution, not hype.

Clowning Around: How a Denton Troupe is Laughing Through the Pain

Alyssa Fields — Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:28:56 -0600

A group of clowns in Denton isn't just honking around — they're creating community in a dicey political climate.

Revisiting the Volcanic Influence of Pretty in Pink 40 Years Later

Alec Spicer — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 11:34:35 -0600

Somehow, one of the most iconic films of the '80s is turning 40 this month.

New Book Inspired by Kettle Art Gallery is More Than Just Pages About Art

Alyssa Fields — Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:04:55 -0600

A new book tells the story of Kettle Art Gallery, a pillar of Deep Ellum, and the man behind the curtain.

Texas Transplant and Entertainment Heartthrob James Van Der Beek Dies at 48

Alyssa Fields — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:29:00 -0600

Hollywood starlet turned laid-back Texan James Van Der Beek died Wednesday from colorectal cancer.

All That’s Left of You Filmmaker Cherien Dabis Confronts Palestine’s Unspoken History

Alec Spicer — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 11:57:42 -0600

All That’s Left of You Filmmaker Cherien Dabis Confronts Palestine’s Unspoken History" />Experience the quiet rebellion of humanity in a poignant exploration of generational trauma and resilience, now playing at the Angelika at Mockingbird Station.

As Historical Buildings Get Torn Down, Kleberg Residents Feel Forgotten by Dallas

Patrick Williams — Wed, 21 Jan 2026 08:30:00 -0600

While code violations mount, folks in Kleberg wonder if Dallas leadership remembers they're a part of the city.

Here’s What 2016 Sounded Like in North Texas

Alyssa Fields — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 09:30:00 -0600

The internet is feeling nostialgic for 2016. So, let's take a quick walk down music memory lane, shall we?

How Dallas Echoes the Legacy of MLK Jr., How You Can This Weekend

Alec Spicer — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 14:33:34 -0600

From historic landmarks to vibrant community events, Dallas continues to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s enduring legacy.