Good morning, Dallas.
Clear skies, crisp air, and one of those rare calm days where the city almost behaves. Almost.
While everyone else is checking weather apps and debating plans, we did the digging for you.
Here’s what we lined up today:
📅 Your Dallas Thursday Game Plan: 20+ things actually worth doing today
🏡 Real Estate Spotlight: one Dallas home everyone will price differently
⚡ Quick Digest: the city’s top stories, quickly
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📅 Your Dallas Thursday Game Plan
Who says the weekend has to start on Friday? Tonight, the city is bucking the trend with an unexpectedly stacked lineup of entertainment. We’ve uncovered a massive mix of global touring acts, local legends, and hidden late-night gems happening right now. If you think there's nothing to do tonight, prepare to be proven wrong.
🧒 Family & Kids Friendly (6 events)
🎶 Live Music & Concerts Tonight (5 events)
🕺 Night Owls & Social (4 events)
🚗 Drive-Worth (5 events)
Hosting an event?
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Dallas business owners 💙
Our readers love discovering what’s local — where to eat, shop, and spend their weekends.
If you run a spot that makes this city better, we’d love to feature you.
No pushy ads, just real visibility with Dallas people who actually care.
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🏡 Real Estate Spotlight
Oak Cliff Charmer
This fully reimagined 75224 gem is the definition of "turn-key." It’s polished, modern, and located in one of the city's fastest-moving pockets.
The Goods: 3 Bed / 2 Bath / Open-concept chef’s kitchen.
The Wow: Custom quartz counters and a massive, private backyard.
The Catch: It looks like a $500k reno... but is it?
📊 THE "ARE YOU DELUSIONAL?" POLL
In today’s Dallas market, your guess says a lot about your mental health. What’s the damage on this one?
The Modern Masterpiece
This isn't just a house; it's a mood. Tucked away in the tree-lined streets of Moss Farm (75231), this home masterfully pairs original 1970s character with a crisp, designer-led renovation.
The Details: 4 Bed / 3 Bath / 2,785 Sq Ft.
The Vibe: Airy vaulted ceilings, white oak flooring, and a stunning brick fireplace that anchors the living room.
The Signature: A sun-drenched floor plan that wraps around a private courtyard and sparkling pool.
The Location: A quiet interior lot in a neighborhood where "turn-key" is getting harder and harder to find.
It’s sophisticated, move-in ready, and arguably one of the best value-for-style plays in the 75231 market right now.
Before you scroll Zillow and ruin the fun…
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⚡ The Quick Digest: Dallas in 60 Seconds
🌱 Mystery in the Mail: Texas officials are sounding the alarm after unsolicited seed packages from China started appearing on local doorsteps. Don't plant them—see the warning here.
🏈 Cowboys Coaching Shakeup: The "one and done" era continues at AT&T Stadium. Defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus has been officially let go after just one season. See who's on the shortlist for 2026.
🏒 Stars Snap the Streak: After a frustrating six-game skid, the Stars finally found the win column with a dominant 4-1 performance last night. Catch the game highlights.
🔥 NW Dallas Emergency: A massive apartment fire broke out early Thursday morning, leaving one firefighter injured as crews battled the flames. Get the latest scene update.
📈 "Y’all Street" is Rising: The new Texas Stock Exchange (TXSE) is officially moving into its downtown Dallas HQ, signaling a massive shift in global finance. See what this means for local real estate.
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☕ A Note from Your Editor
Hey there! it's Emma, hitting send at 6:47am after another early morning at my desk.
I wake up at 4:30am most days to write First in Dallas because honestly? I love it. Finding that new taco spot, digging into city council drama, making sure you know about the road closure before you're stuck in it—this is what gets me out of bed.
But here's the real talk: keeping this newsletter independent and free for everyone means I need support from readers who can chip in. Not everyone can, and that's totally fine. But if First in Dallas has become part of your morning routine, would you consider supporting it?
$5/month helps me keep doing this thing I love. just Dallas news written for Dallas people.
(Cancel anytime. No hard feelings, ever.)
Recent supporters who make this possible:
Sarah Mitchell • Marcus Johnson • Emily Rodriguez
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