Rebates of Up to 31 Percent Are Drawing Film Work Across North Texas
Fort Worth's film industry has seen significant growth with new state incentives.
Una ChoJuly 21, 20261 min read
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Imai, Paredes lead Astros past Marlins 5-3
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Little Elm Gas Prices Climb to $3.7050 as Monthly Costs Rise — July 22, 2026
Regular unleaded averages $3.7050 in the Dallas area, up from yesterday, up from last week and above the Texas average.
Tessa Cho · July 22, 2026
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Little Elm Gas Prices Ease to $3.5830 as Monthly Costs Rise — July 21, 2026
Regular unleaded averages $3.5830 in the Dallas area, down from yesterday, up from last week and below the Texas average.
Tessa Cho · July 21, 2026
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Kroger Marketplace to Open in Little Elm on July 31
Kroger will open its new 123,000-square-foot Marketplace store in Little Elm on July 31, bringing approximately 200 jobs to the area.
Una ChoJuly 21, 20261 min read
Holt Lunsford Buys 26.5 Acres for Fort Worth Industrial Park
Holt Lunsford Commercial Investments has purchased a site in North Fort Worth to develop Meacham 820 Crossing, a two-building industrial complex scheduled for completion in late 2027.
Una ChoJuly 20, 20262 min read
Little Elm Council To Consider Rezoning 17.55 Acres For Commercial Development
The Little Elm Town Council will hold a public hearing on July 21, 2026, regarding Ordinance No. 1853. The proposal would rezone 17.55 acres near Highway US 380 and South Paloma Creek Boulevard from Light Commercial to a Planned Development district for commercial uses.
Foster FennJuly 18, 20261 min read
Little Elm Council Considers Housing Authority Resolution
The Little Elm Town Council will consider Resolution No. 0721202602 on July 21, 2026. The measure would declare a need for the Texas Housing Foundation to exercise its powers within town boundaries and authorize a cooperative agreement.
Foster FennJuly 18, 20261 min read
Little Elm Town Council to Consider Water Supply Grant Application
The Little Elm Town Council will consider Resolution No. 0721202601 at its July 21, 2026 meeting. The measure would authorize a grant application submission through the Texas Water Development Board and designate the town manager as the authorized representative.
Foster FennJuly 18, 20261 min read
Little Elm Town Council to Consider 380 Agreement With Aristocrat Partners
The Little Elm Town Council will consider approving a 380 Agreement involving the Little Elm Economic Development Corporation and Aristocrat Partners, LLC during its regular meeting on July 21, 2026.
Foster FennJuly 18, 20261 min read
Little Elm Town Council to Consider Ordinance No. 1859 on Nuisance Regulations
The Little Elm Town Council will consider Ordinance No. 1859 during its July 21, 2026 regular meeting. The proposed measure would amend the municipal code to add a general nuisance regulation authority under state law.
Foster FennJuly 18, 20261 min read
Brandon Gill, John Cornyn and Ted Cruz: How Your Members of Congress Voted This Week
Every vote Brandon Gill, John Cornyn and Ted Cruz cast in Washington this week, on the record for Little Elm.
Foster FennJuly 18, 20264 min read
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Extreme Heat Warning in Effect for Little Elm as Temperatures Soar - Jul 22, 4 PM
Little Elm residents face dangerous heat with an Extreme Heat Warning active. Current feels-like temperatures reach 111F, with highs near 103F today and a Heat Advisory extending into tomorrow.
Esme WhitmanJuly 22, 20262 min read
Extreme Heat Warning and Air Quality Alert in Effect for Little Elm - Jul 22, 12 PM
Little Elm faces an Extreme Heat Warning and Heat Advisory today. Temperatures near 102F with heat index up to 114. Air quality alert also active.
Esme WhitmanJuly 22, 20262 min read
Little Elm Faces Extreme Heat Warning and Air Quality Alert - Jul 22, 8 AM
Little Elm, TX is under an Extreme Heat Warning and Heat Advisory with highs near 102F. An Air Quality Alert is also active. Residents should take precautions against the intense heat and poor air.
Esme WhitmanJuly 22, 20262 min read
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Filming of 'Dutton Ranch' Spanned Across North Texas Locations
The new series 'Dutton Ranch' was filmed in various North Texas towns.
Tessa ChoJuly 21, 20261 min read
Texas Flood Response Moves Toward Cleanup and Rebuilding
Gov. Greg Abbott said state and local agencies are coordinating debris removal, infrastructure repairs and recovery assistance. The governor’s office said about 490 homes have been identified as damaged, while personnel and specialized equi
Esme WhitmanJuly 21, 20261 min read
New Texas Secretary of State Appointed Ahead of Midterm Elections
Robert S. Howden has been named the new Texas secretary of state by Gov. Greg Abbott.
Tessa ChoJuly 21, 20261 min read
Where North Texas Ranks on America's Fitness List: Plano Leads at No. 12
Seven North Texas cities made the 2026 ACSM American Fitness Index of the nation's 100 largest cities, led by Plano at No. 12, the best showing in Texas. Frisco ranked 32nd, Dallas 43rd and Fort Worth 69th.
Tessa ChoJuly 20, 20261 min read
Texas Sets New Record for Total Jobs in June
The Texas Workforce Commission reported that total nonfarm jobs rose to 14,469,600 in June, a gain of 43,400 positions during the month. Over the trailing 12 months, the state added 177,900 jobs and grew faster than the nation as a whole.
Tessa ChoJuly 18, 20261 min read
Texas Lawmakers Revisit Push to Ban Hemp-Derived THC
State senators said they will again pursue a ban on hemp-derived THC products in the 2027 legislative session, reviving a debate that stalled last year.
Tessa ChoJuly 17, 20261 min read
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View allImai, Paredes lead Astros past Marlins 5-3
Tatsuya Imai struck out eight batters over six innings while Paredes hit a three-run homer to help the Houston Astros defeat the Miami Marlins 5-3 at Daikin Park on Wednesday.
Tessa EsparzaJuly 22, 20262 min read
Rocker Dominates as Rangers Blank White Sox 10-0
Kumar Rocker pitched six scoreless innings with six strikeouts, while the Rangers offense exploded for 18 hits in a 10-0 victory over Chicago.
Tessa EsparzaJuly 22, 20262 min read
Peña’s Grand Slam Lifts Astros Past Marlins 8-5
Houston Astros defeat Miami Marlins 8-5 at Daikin Park, fueled by a four-run second inning highlighted by Peña's grand slam and Alvarez's two home runs.
Tessa EsparzaJuly 21, 20262 min read
Benintendi's Triple Play Drive Lifts White Sox Past Rangers
Alex Benintendi's three-run double in the fifth inning broke a tie and propelled the Chicago White Sox to a 10-3 victory over the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field.
Tessa EsparzaJuly 21, 20262 min read