📍 Your Dallas Weekend Playbook

Good morning, Dallas! ☕️

The sun is out, but the "Big Freeze" is officially on its way to North Texas tonight. Whether you're planning to hunker down or head out to Cowtown for the rodeo, we've got everything you need to stay ahead of the curve.

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Who says the weekend starts on Friday? I did the digging to find the absolute best ways to spend your time. From Mavis Staples at the Longhorn Ballroom to the opening of the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo, I’ve curated one perfect list for families, night owls, and music lovers.

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If you’ve walked through Bishop Arts lately, you’ve probably noticed the stunning new builds popping up just steps from the pie shops and boutiques. This 2023 modern half-duplex on Sunset Ave is the definition of "location, location."

With those soaring 9ft ceilings, leathered granite in the kitchen, and a private backyard for your Sunday morning coffee, it’s got all the "new Dallas" vibes. Plus, it even has an EV charging outlet in the garage—very tech-forward for one of our most historic neighborhoods.

If you’re looking for serious space near Deep Ellum, this 3,100-square-foot stunner is it. It’s got that sleek, contemporary edge with dual primary suites and a kitchen island big enough for the whole crew. Between the private balconies and the gated entry, it’s the perfect mix of "city vibes" and total privacy.

🚧 Gridlock Alert: Downtown is about to get tricky. A major section of I-30 in Downtown Dallas is shutting down all weekend for a long-awaited "facelift." Plan your detours now! See the closure map here →

🏀 Mavs Statement Win: No Cooper Flagg? No problem. Klay Thompson went off for 26 points last night as the Mavs crushed the Jazz 144-122. Catch the rematch this Saturday! Watch the highlights →

⚖️ Motel Clean-up: A Dallas judge just ordered the "infamous crime hub" Cole Manor Motel to be cleaned up by Feb 9. Residents are hoping this is the end of the road for the eyesore. Read the full report →

🏢 HQ Shake-up: Two DFW companies, including Brinks Home, are officially moving their headquarters to new spots in Farmers Branch. The local real estate market is staying busy! Check out the new spots →

🚓 Lewisville Reward: The FBI is officially offering a reward for a suspect who rammed federal agents in Lewisville last night. Authorities are asking for the public's help to find them. See the suspect details →

🏢 Neiman Marcus Update: The drama continues for our downtown flagship. Amazon is currently in a legal battle to block financing for Saks Global (Neiman’s parent company) as they navigate Chapter 11. City leaders are watching closely to see if the historic store stays open. Read the latest on Neiman’s future →

🏛️ Saving City Hall: Local architects are officially going on the offensive to save the iconic I.M. Pei-designed Dallas City Hall. They are pushing back against claims that the building is structurally failing and too expensive to fix. See the architects' defense →

💼 Corporate Moves: Farmers Branch just landed two major headquarters. Brinks Home and another tech firm are officially moving into the Park West office buildings on LBJ Freeway this week. Check out the new HQ details →

🤠 Rodeo Season is HERE: The legendary Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo officially kicks off today! From "Best of the West" ranch rodeos to the carnival midway, it’s officially Western season in DFW. Get your rodeo tickets →

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