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The Blockbuster off Coit and Belt Line is the latest to bite the dust. The store will be closing its doors for good April 15.

Everything in the store — down to the wire racks holding the movies — is for sale at a discount. Used DVDs are going for … more

A few months ago I told you about Jay Jerrier, a pizzaioli who operates out of Chocolate Angel Too a few nights a week. He’s still there tossing pies, and this Thursday, he’ll be doing it to raise money for the St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store’s Back to School … more

If you could use a tip or two when it comes to fundraising for your child’s school, heads up: The RISD Council of PTA’s is hosting a free vendor fair this Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to noon inside the district’s professional development center.

More than 40 vendors will be there … more

When I swing by our neighborhood La Madeline, I almost always spot a neighbor or two that I know — especially if it’s the morning. This is the go-to coffee meeting spot, thanks to those bottomless cups and central location.

But should you want some breakfast with that coffee, this … more

Dallas police have arrested two suspects they believe shot and killed a 21-year-old man this morning while he was walking his dog at the Monaco Parc apartments off Arapaho and Preston.

Just after midnight, the victim’s girlfriend heard gunshots. She ran outside and found her boyfriend wounded. Paramedics transported him … more

Laugh it up this Saturday night with Recession Proof Comedy at the Eisemann Center—or, head to Improv for standup by Flip Orley.

Saturday morning you can lace up for Walk MS in Addison. After the walk and run, there will be all sorts of fun happenings for the family at … more

The Richardson High School ImagiNation team, the “Not So Average Joes,” won first place in the Improv Challenge during the recent regional competition.

The team is now advancing to the state tournament, slated for April 16 and 17 in Carrollton. Each year, Destination ImagiNation — an organization that challenges kids … more

The JJ Pearce orchestra students recently earned top honors across the board during their UIL concerts.

The non-varsity string orchestra, under the direction of Jason Bolak, earned “Excellent” ratings, the second highest rating possible.

The varsity full orchestra, under the direction of Melissa Livings, earned “Superior” ratings, the highest honor … more

The Village on the Parkway is hosting a dog-friendly happy hour this Wednesday afternoon at 4. Dogs will be welcome on the patios of TGI Friday, Blue Mesa, and Otaru Shushi.

And Saturday, several dog rescue groups will be at the shopping center for Pooches on the Parkway. If you’re … more

Richardson High School’s physics teacher George Hademenos — known as “Dr. H” to most — has won an Ernest and Sarah Butler Award for Excellence in Science Teaching from the Texas Medical Association. He was one of three in the state to get that honor. Hademenos, who also won a … more

Richardson junior Rahfin Faruk and senior Nelson Kezoh made school history back in December when they advanced to the Texas Forensics Association’s debate finals. Well, the pair has now made district history by qualifying for the Texas Forensics Association State Meet held over Spring Break in El Paso. Out of … more

Caressa Cameron, the newly-crowned Miss America will be at the DSW on Belt Line for a meet-and-greet this Tuesday night from 6 to 8. The shoe store, which sponsors the pageant, will get to have their photos taken with Cameron — and, everything in the store is discounted 15 percent … more