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Late winter means it’s time to think about your garden
Spring is just about knocking at the back door again, which means it’s time to start thinking about your spring plantings. It may seem a little early (even for warmer climates) seeing as how there is still a chance of frost and freeze, but there are a few things that need the extra head start, [...]
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Fort Worth’s West 7th keeps growing, but an end is in sight
With the construction from the 7th Street Bridge going on, residents and patrons of this recently hip area of near-downtown Fort Worth are grumbling through traffic and construction with visions of awesomeness to come. As little as five years ago, the area consisted of a few scant strip malls, a couple dive bars and Montgomery [...]
Dallas apartments \ Dallas neighborhoods
Affordable rentals in Deep Ellum? We’ve found them
Get into Dallas’ hippest neighborhood without spending…well, more than you’ve got. Deep Ellum, Dallas tops multiple charts are one of the hottest neighborhoods for young adults. Artists, musicians, crafts folks, foodies—everyone has a place here among the corridors of Elm St. and Commerce St. The neighborhood hosts numerous festivals and programs for the community each [...]
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Make a statement in your rental with DIY lamps
Making a lamp is really not all that difficult and it can add something unique and one-of-a-kind to your Dallas rental, never mind being able to say, “I made it myself!” An old dress form, tripod, old toys or any kind of large coffee or food tin can make a charming addition to your home [...]
apartment decor \ apartment makeover \ Dallas apartments \ Paint \ spring home decor
The Spring 2013 color palette, and how it came to be
When it comes to decorating and fashion, designers, fashionistas and journalists alike are often caught saying, “This color is so hot right now.” If you’re not in any facet of the design industry, though, you may wonder how a color can rise to stardom and just how the companies that make things, from fashion to [...]
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City of Dallas reveals plans for Farmer’s Market overhaul
The City of Dallas has been losing money on the Dallas Farmer’s Market for years now, but they have finally announced the plans for a complete overhaul of the area. The city will be selling three of the market’s sheds and surrounding property to the private operator The Farmers Market Group, a privately funded group [...]
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Three DFW suburbs worth living in
If you plan on renting outside of DFW proper, these suburbs should be the first cities on your list. Urban life isn’t for everyone. Higher rent prices, traffic, and other population-driven issues just don’t suit everyone’s tastes. That’s what the suburbs are for, halos of civilization that form around major cities and form a buffer [...]
Dallas shopping \ Grocery store \ Plano TX
Have you checked out Trader Joe’s in Plano?
A little bit of California made its way to Plano in the fall. Anybody from the West coast or otherwise interested in groceries void of artificial colors, flavors or preservatives at rock bottom prices had been dreaming about that fated day for months. Now, we’ve got to send the message that such stores are crucial [...]
Central business district \ Dallas \ Downtown Dallas \ Thanksgiving Tower
Dallas’ landmark Thanksgiving Tower sold in foreclosure
Downtown Dallas’ Thanksgiving Tower was sold in foreclosure auction last week, after its owners (Younan Properties) defaulted on their $84 million debt. Younan, like many property owners these days, found themselves upside down on a debt that was worth more than it’s current value of $65.7 million. Younan paid $100 million for the property which [...]
Real estate \ Renting \ Texas apartments
DFW occupancy rates, rental prices stay the course for 2013
Despite the fact that the housing market is warming up in DFW due to a strong economy and job growth, the rental market in North Texas has cooled slightly but is expected to stay strong as well. In early 2013, the average occupancy rates have stayed strong in the low 90’s with a slower growth, [...]
Dallas Real estate \ Dallas rental market \ Texas job market
Job, population growth in DFW puts both rental and housing markets on the rise
The numbers have come in from end of Q4 in 2012 and things are looking up for Dallas/Fort Worth. Job growth remains strong following the recession, one of the strongest in the nation in 2012. Job growth is expected to continue to grow in 2013, albeit at a slightly slower rate than last year. The [...]
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New developments in Addison keep rentals in high demand
Despite the fact that the City of Addison encompasses a mere 4.4 square miles of North Dallas, the city is still growing. Village on the Parkway, the shopping center on the southeast corner of Beltline and the Tollway has two new developments up their sleeve; in 2013 they will be opening a giant Whole Foods [...]
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Unearthing live trivia in the DF-Dub
Up until a couple three years ago, the hands-down, most popular, local favorite live trivia place was the Tipperary Inn. As I said, “up until…” The Tipp Inn sadly closed its doors in ’09, thus demolishing the #1 answer to “Do you know where I can find good live trivia?” Live trivia is one of [...]
Dallas shopping \ Dallas theaters \ Valentine Day
Practice upcycling for artistic purposes or find a gift for your sweetheart
Early February is the nationally sanctioned time to celebrate love. Here are a few ways to celebrate the lovey dovey without having to consume small chalky hearts. Love the earth by heading out to Grapevine on Saturday (February 9) for ZeroLandfill Dallas, an award winning upcycling program geared towards artists and educations. Pick through hoards [...]
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Craft distilleries becoming “next big thing” in Texas
As much as Texans love to drink, we aren’t really renowned for many of the very alcoholic beverages we are famed for drinking. Yes, we have the Shiner brewery and we are in the middle of a little microbrewery boom at the moment and our “wine country” well, we’re still no Napa. As of late, [...]
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DFW’s best Valentine’s Day spots to take your honey
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and the time to make your reservations is upon us. A lot of restaurants also have special V-Day prixe fixe meals, so double check when you make your reservation. Here are some great spots around town to take your love. Brix: Over in Fort Worth, Brix Pizzeria is [...]
Alamo Drafthouse \ Dallas theaters \ Movies
Richardson Heights steps closer to getting Alamo Drafthouse
Austin’s movie-grill chain Alamo Drafthouse is finally expanding to Dallas and landing in kind of a random spot: on Beltline and 75 in the Richardson Heights Shopping Center. Yep yep, right by Taj Mahal Imports, so you can get dirt-cheap Indian street-style food and pop over to watch a movie once it’s all said and [...]
apartment entertaining \ Cheese \ dinner party \ Wine and food matching
Hosting a wine and cheese night that suits all diet fads
Now that the holidays have ended it’s time to start hosting non-family get-togethers. Enter the typical wine and cheese gathering. This is also the time of year when everyone seems to be especially health conscious because they haven’t scrapped their New Year resolutions yet. It kind of makes a wine and cheese night a little [...]
budget decorating \ Firework \ repurposed
Ideas for redecorating that unused fireplace
Finding an apartment with a fireplace is always a nice touch. Fireplaces are very homey and provide the coveted mantle for art and general décor. Despite the fact that winter is in full swing, this is Texas and we just don’t use our fireplaces. Ever. Unless, of course, it’s your first apartment on a cold [...]
cozy winter comfort \ hobbies \ winter weather
Great winter hobbies to keep you busy when you’re stuck indoors
Many people think that taking up a hobby means you have to do it all the time. Not true. You may spend the warmer months of year gardening or playing sports, you can spend the colder months focusing on something a little more relaxing and indoors. Then listen to people as they wonder in awe [...]
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