Stephanie Miller showcases lifelong passion for thrifting with The Velvet Echo
Growing up in Lindale, a small town in East Texas, Stephanie Miller always desired to stand out. But in a city with just 5,000 people, her shopping options were limited. That is when she and her friends discovered the world of thrifting. Now 52, Miller’s passions for thrifting and sustainability followed her throughout her life and career. She even managed to get her husband...
There’s a New Book About Mary Kay Ash and Dallas Real Estate, and We...
If you live in Dallas, the name Mary Kay Ash pulls about as much weight as Ebby Halliday. In fact, our own Elaine Raffel worked for Mary Kay Cosmetics. Fun fact: Elaine hired ME to freelance for Mary Kay when I was a young mom. Elaine’s story earlier this month...
DFW Weather: Tornado watch issued for Sunday
A tornado watch was issued for parts of North Texas on Sunday night. It comes just a night after tornadoes touched down in Parker and Wise Counties. Meteorologist Josh Johns breaks down what to expect tonight and what made last night's storms different from others.
North Texas police respond to several swatting calls over the weekend
SOUTHLAKE, Texas — North Texas police departments responded to several swatting calls over the weekend, including a reported active shooter at a Southlake Costco that turned out to be a false alarm. According to the Southlake Police Department, officers were called at about 12:30 p.m. Saturday to the Costco...
Argyle’s lone food bank is back up and running with a new name, same...
Like most people, Pat Adams isn’t a fan of moving—especially when you oversee a food bank that has been blessed to call the same place home for more than 22 years. Thankfully, the right welcome mat can make all the difference in the world. That welcoming spirit and...
Swatting call leads to evacuation at a North Texas church, all clear eventually given,...
PROSPER, Texas — A North Texas church was evacuated Sunday morning after a 'swatting' call incident, police say. Prosper Police say the department got a call this morning from an unknown suspect who was making threatening statements related to Gateway Church in Prosper. Police say officers and the Prosper...
10-year-old child missing in Frisco, officials say
FRISCO, Texas — A child is missing in Frisco, officials have announced in a social media post. Frisco Police said in a social media post that 10-year-old Rudra Singh was last seen in the area of Lexington Place and Jereme Trail in Frisco April 26 around 9:50 a.m. Singh was wearing a blue shirt and dark shorts the last time he was...
North Texas auto dealer discusses the impact of tariffs on business, customers
Herring said that in the year before tariffs, used car sales were just under half of his business at his dealership in Irving; Now, they are nearly 75 percent.
Weekly Astro Forecast: April 26–May 3, 2026
Embrace new perspectives to break old patterns and refine your creative process. Leverage the week's collaborative and communicative vibes for networking, promotion, and studio work. Organize your priorities and eliminate distractions to set yourself up for stronger results. This week brings a powerful mix of emotional depth, fresh ideas, and...
Masterful Garden Tours Set To Bloom in May
North Texas garden lovers will get to choose their own adventure because both Dallas County and Denton County Master Gardeners are flinging open the garden gates on the very same Saturday. Uber garden fanatics just might want to catch both on May 9. With a Dallas County tour full of...
