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Downtown Arlington's year-in-review report is packed with real numbers behind the district's growth. Here's the tally. By the Numbers 21 — new businesses that opened in Downtown Arlington over the past year, from Rodeo Goat to the Heavy Metal Hall of Fame. 4,
August is loaded at AT&T Stadium. Here's what's confirmed on the venue's official events calendar. This Month at AT&T Stadium BTS World Tour "ARIRANG" — Saturday, Aug. 15 and Sunday, Aug. 16. The K-pop group's stadium
Downtown Arlington's own August guide points to a simple move: plan your outing around Tax-Free Weekend, Aug. 7–9 , and stick to indoor stops during the hottest part of the day. Here's why it works. Texas's sales-tax holiday falls right in the
East DFW had a full week: a Rockwall home care agency launched a Veteran Services Program, Chandlers Landing revived its lakeside open house tours, and Garland relaunched its economic development pipeline. Here's the roundup for local owners and operators. What's Actually Happening A Rockwall in-home
Before you chase a bid on any project tied to Garland's economic development pipeline, ask one question: "who's the general contractor or facilities manager of record, and have I actually talked to them?" Skip that question and you're competing blind against contractors
A quick numbers-only look at how much Rowlett has grown and changed in 2026. 69,243 — Rowlett's estimated 2026 population, making it one of the larger cities along the Lake Ray Hubbard shoreline. 1.99% — Rowlett's current annual population growth rate, continuing a steady climb
A roundup of smaller but notable local wins from across the eastern Metroplex that are easy to miss in the daily news cycle. Garland libraries land grant funding: Garland Public Libraries were awarded two grants to expand outreach and services, including funding for a dedicated outreach vehicle supporting literacy and
The Rockwall County Sheriff's Office is warning residents about a sharp rise in scam calls from people posing as deputies or federal agents. The pitch is almost always the same: you supposedly missed jury duty, have an outstanding warrant, or are under investigation, and the caller demands immediate
Mesquite Local Scoop | Issue #7 — Sunday Recap Good morning, Mesquite. Week 1 is done. A Quick Look Back This week we introduced the Mesquite Local Scoop — the daily newsletter built for the people who live, work, and build in this city. We covered real estate moves, talked about local business
Mesquite Local Scoop | Issue #6 — Saturday Good morning, Mesquite. Saturday Scoop is here. Quick Hits From Around the City Mesquite Rodeo Season — Peak rodeo season is in full effect. If you've got out-of-town guests this summer, this is the move. Uniquely Mesquite. Uniquely Texas. Local Eats
Mesquite Local Scoop | Issue #5 — Weekend Edition It's Friday. Here's how to spend your weekend in Mesquite. Things Worth Your Time This Weekend 1. Mesquite Championship Rodeo. One of the longest-running rodeos in Texas. If you haven't been — or haven't been
Mesquite Local Scoop | Issue #4 The week's almost over — let's talk about what to actually do with your weekend right here in Mesquite. Things to Do This Weekend in Mesquite You don't have to drive to Dallas or Fort Worth for a good weekend.
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