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The company put out a statement abruptly shutting down operations Tuesday

https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/foxtrot-closes-all-coffee-shops-permanently/3522341/

"The Impressionist Revolution from Monet to Matisse" is on view at the Dallas Arts District museum through Nov. 3

https://www.nbcdfw.com/entertainment/the-scene/impressionist-revolution-on-display-at-dma/3519904/

The building that once housed the Lizard Lounge and its Sunday alter ego 'The Church' sits boarded up, under chain and padlock at 2424 Swiss Avenue in Dallas. For two North Texas filmmakers, the ...

https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/the-church-deep-ellum-nightclub-documentary/3520040/

City officials in Denton, who are obviously Swifties, are having some fun riding the coattails of Taylor Swift on Friday.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/swifites-take-over-denton-poets-department/3520024/

Can't get enough of the state flower? Then it's worth the drive 30 miles south of Dallas on Interstate 45 to the Ennis Bluebonnet Trails Festival.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/enjoy-the-state-flower-at-the-ennis-bluebonnet-trails-festival-this-weekend/3519113/

Jack Lepiarz grew up performing circus skills with his dad and now he gets to perform on the same stage.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/whip-cracker-returns-to-texas-stage/3517848/

Grammy-winning Colombian superstar Shakira is bringing her world tour through Texas this November with stops in San Antonio and Dallas.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/entertainment/entertainment-news/shakira-announces-world-tour-us-dates-texas/3516351/

A new chapter begins for Forest Theater, a cultural gem in South Dallas. Take a look at Forest Forward's plans to revive the iconic theater to its former glory and the massive revitalization prog...

https://www.nbcdfw.com/entertainment/the-scene/forest-forward-celebrates-the-renovation-and-rebirth-of-the-historic-forest-theater-in-south-dallas/3513540/

The Blue Angels have returned to North Texas to headline the "Wings Over Cowtown" airshow at Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Fort Worth this weekend.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/entertainment/the-scene/blue-angels-headline-wings-over-cowtown-airshow/3512693/

A restaurant in Dallas is ready to show off its $11.5 million investment and there's big news for foodie fans of Chicago cuisine. Plus, Plano gets a soufflé shop.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/entertainment/the-scene/foodie-411-million-dollar-dallas-restaurant-chicago-based-dining-savory-souffles/3512430/

An NBC 5 viewer shared a photo from her eclipse party preparations and we have some other suggestions as well.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/solar-eclipse/its-not-too-late-to-throw-together-an-eclipse-party/3508472/

The most valuable comic book in the world sold at Heritage Auctions in Dallas this week.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/superman-origin-comic-book-record-sale/3508065/

The Fort Worth Botanic Garden is hosting a small herd of goats through April 15 to help them clean up an invasive plant species in the Native Texas Boardwalk area.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/no-kidding-fort-worth-botanic-gardens-landscape-crew-is-a-herd-of-goats/3508039/

For every season, WaterTower Theatre’s 29th season has a show. The Addison theater company’s 2024-2025 season has a seasonal theme, featuring one show for the fall, winter, spring and summer.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/entertainment/the-scene/watertower-theatre-announces-29th-season/3507582/

The Metamorphosis Dallas Chamber Orchestra is playing a concert that will help provide scholarships to young musicians through the nonprofit Texas Cellos.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/metamorphosis-dallas-chamber-orchestra-concert-features-guest-cellist-steven-isserlis/3507822/

As you prepare for the total solar eclipse, here are some movies and TV shows that will get you excited, or frightened, for the eclipse.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/solar-eclipse/watch-movies-2024-total-solar-eclipse/3505369/

A restaurant with a patio or view might be the best place to be during Monday's eclipse, DallasNews.com/food writer Sarah Blaskovich talks about how to find out which businesses are hosting event...

https://www.nbcdfw.com/entertainment/the-scene/foodie-411-eclipse-options-fort-worth-food-wine-festival-and-el-tiempos-new-location/3506760/

It's April Fools' Day and businesses are pranking people all over social media.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/april-fools-pranks-dfw/3503052/

Krispy Kreme is offering customers a dozen original glazed doughnuts for $4.01 in a nod to the date 04/01/24 but you have to buy a dozen at regular price.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/entertainment/the-scene/krispy-kreme-april-1-2024-deal/3502922/

Hundreds of tulips cover TCU's campus every spring thanks to one girl's wish.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/tcu-tulips-mary-beasley/3499940/

The Dallas-based choral ensemble debuts the new work with concerts at the Kalita Humphreys Theatre April 5-7.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/entertainment/the-scene/verdigris-ensemble-highlights-environmental-history-dallas/3501847/

Looking for an event to take your family to this Easter weekend? We've compiled a list of a few free events happening around Dallas-Fort Worth this weekend

https://www.nbcdfw.com/entertainment/the-scene/easter-events-north-texas-2024/3501922/

There are new foods on the menu at Globe Life Field and three new restaurants opening this month in Garland, Lake Highlands and East Dallas.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/entertainment/the-scene/foodie-411-new-food-at-globe-life-field-and-three-new-restaurants-you-may-want-to-visit/3501044/

Many stores have closed their doors to let their employees enjoy the holiday, while others want to be your go-to place for last-minute items for your Easter basket or Easter brunch.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/entertainment/the-scene/stores-open-or-closed-easter-sunday-2024/3499143/

Lone Star Park held its annual National Anthem auditions on Monday at the racetrack in Grand Prairie.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/lone-star-park-holds-national-anthem-auditions-for-2024-racing-season/3497690/

Here is a list of food deals and specials for the 2024 eclipse.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/solar-eclipse/dallas-eclipse-food-deals-specials-2024/3489935/

This year marks the tenth anniversary of the program.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/entertainment/the-scene/womens-choreography-project-avant-chamber-ballet/3495924/

The Fort Worth Zoo announced Friday that the baby gorilla born via a historic emergency C-section needed to save her life and her mother's life is headed to Cleveland, but the public will have a ...

https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/fort-worth-zoo-lets-public-see-baby-gorilla/3495971/

Megan Thee Stallion, the Grammy-winning rapper, has announced a stop at the American Airlines Center in Dallas on June 11 as part of her highly anticipated "Hot Girl Summer Tour."

https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/megan-thee-stallion-announces-hot-girl-summer-tour-stop-in-north-texas/3494021/

Hance Taplin has been sharing Dallas' creativity through fashion and design for over a decade.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/entertainment/the-scene/by-way-of-dallas-showcases-the-city-through-local-designers-eyes/3492617/

Two exhibitions illuminate the history of Central Track and the world of Blind Lemon Jefferson.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/entertainment/the-scene/rediscovering-central-track-and-deep-ellum-at-the-african-american-museum-dallas/3489951/

From large companies to homebrews, enthusiasts will travel from around the world to experience the festival.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/texas-pinball-festival-celebrates-20-years/3489324/

Kid Rock made quite an entrance Thursday riding a horse to his hit song "Cowboy" to announce the Professional Bull Riders teams for his inaugural Kid Rock's Rock N Rodeo being held at AT&T Stadiu...

https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/sports/kid-rock-rides-into-att-stadium-on-a-horse-to-launch-the-biggest-weekend-in-western-sports/3489056/

Here is a list of events happening throughout DFW to celebrate the lucky holiday.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/have-a-lucky-st-patricks-day-at-these-dfw-events/3485725/

The Nasher Sculpture Center is known for its collection of serious modern and contemporary art. This week, there's an element of whimsy as the Dallas Yarn Bombers wrap trees in the sculpture gard...

https://www.nbcdfw.com/entertainment/the-scene/dallas-yarn-bombers-turn-nasher-sculpture-center-into-enchanted-forest/3486095/

It's spring break. We compiled a list of events and activities in North Texas.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/entertainment/the-scene/bored-during-break-here-are-some-spring-break-activities-to-do-in-north-texas/3485590/

American Dairy Queen Corporation is ready to give away a free sweet treat to customers in March as the days grow hotter.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/entertainment/things-to-do/dq-offers-free-cone-day-to-celebrate-the-first-day-of-spring/3485683/

The exhibition featuring contemporary female artists is on view through July 21

https://www.nbcdfw.com/entertainment/the-scene/at-the-dmas-he-said-she-said-women-artists-have-a-lot-to-say/3484088/

The Dallas Blooms is back for springtime at the Dallas Arboretum with 150 Japanese cherry trees along with the 5,000 azaleas

https://www.nbcdfw.com/entertainment/things-to-do/150-japanese-cherry-trees-to-join-350000-blooming-tulips-at-dallas-blooms/3484345/

Due to high ticket demand, Grammy Award-winning R&B singer Chris Brown is adding a second show in Fort Worth for his upcoming 11:11 tour.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/entertainment/the-scene/chris-brown-adds-second-fort-worth-show-for-upcoming-1111-summer-tour/3482908/

The upscale home furnishing retailer brings a new experience to Preston Royal Village.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/frontgate-invites-public-to-grand-opening-of-new-dallas-store/3481375/

The Purina Pro Plan Incredible Dog Challenge is coming to Fort Worth in May.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/purina-incredible-dog-challenge-is-coming-to-fort-worth/3473920/

The new season includes three world premieres, two co-commissions and fourteen DSO premieres.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/entertainment/the-scene/dallas-symphony-orchestra-announces-2024-25-season-featuring-wagners-complete-ring-cycle/3477400/

On April 8, Delta is offering a new way to see the eclipse in the path of totality, this time out of Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW).

https://www.nbcdfw.com/texas-today/things-to-do-texas-today/seats-are-still-available-delta-offers-a-second-flight-to-see-the-total-eclipse-from-the-air/3474068/

Do you know why Texas Independence Day is celebrated? Do you know how and when Texas became a nation?

https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/texas-news/texas-independence-day-why-and-where-to-celebrate/3472710/

Prom Dress Extravaganza is a chance for Dallas-area teens to pick a free dress for prom.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/texas-today/for-a-cause/free-prom-dress-extravaganza-returns-march-9-for-dfw-area-teens/3473660/

Verdigris Ensemble is bringing back 'Dust Bowl,' a piece based on survivors’ accounts of the 1930s man-made environmental disaster as well as newspaper articles and diary entries.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/entertainment/the-scene/verdigris-ensembles-reimagined-dust-bowl-blows-back-into-dallas/3469270/

As the NBC 5 family copes with the loss of longtime colleague and friend Bobbie Wygant, staff members past and present share their fondest memories of her.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/fond-memories-of-bobbie-wygant-shared-by-current-and-former-colleagues/3470043/

Erykah Badu and DART collaborated to put artwork on buses and trains in Dallas.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/entertainment/the-scene/i-feel-like-i-made-it-dart-unveils-erykah-badu-bus/3468314/

National Margarita Day is Thursday, Feb. 22 and Dallas has a lot to celebrate.

https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/the-margarita-the-unofficial-cocktail-of-dallas/3467947/