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- This New Restaurant Has Transformed Greenville Avenue in Dallas
Goodwin’s opened in May 2024 at 2905 Greenville Avenue in Dallas, Texas. The restaurant took over the longtime home of The Blue Goose Cantina, whichContinue Reading - New IKEA Store Coming to Dallas: This is The Site
IKEA will open a new store in Dallas by late 2025. The store will be located at The Shops at Park Lane, a mixed-use developmentContinue Reading - This El Rancho in Dallas Was Rebuilt After a Deadly Tornado
In October 2019, a powerful tornado swept through North Dallas, hitting businesses along Marsh Lane—including the El Rancho Supermercado. The store sustained significant damage thatContinue Reading - This New Dallas Target Store Is Nearly Complete
Target’s long-awaited store at Wynnewood Village in Oak Cliff, Dallas, is making steady progress. The store, located at 655 W. Illinois Avenue, will span 111,000Continue Reading - Texas High-Speed Train: The Likely Location Of Dallas’ New Station
The Texas High-Speed Rail will link the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex with Greater Houston, cutting travel time between the two regions to under 90 minutes. TheseContinue Reading - How This Dallas Landmark Is Being Revived for a New Era
If you’ve ever driven down Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd in South Dallas, you’ve probably seen the Forest Theater—a towering relic of the past withContinue Reading - New Hobby Lobby Will Open in This Dallas Shopping Center
In 2025, Hobby Lobby plans to open a new store at 8005 Park Lane in Dallas, Texas. This location, previously occupied by Bed Bath &Continue Reading - New Golden Chick Coming to South Dallas: Here is the Location
The property at 1427 E. Illinois Ave in Dallas, TX, is set to undergo a major transformation. The site, previously home to Seafood Connection, willContinue Reading - A New Dallas Development Will Rise at this Historic Site
The land at 1602 E. Jefferson Blvd., Dallas, TX 75203, where Related Group’s Manor Oak Farms development is planned, carries a fascinating past. Before itContinue Reading - Dallas Sprouts Coming soon: Here is The Location
A New Chapter for Fort Worth Avenue Construction is underway for a new Sprouts Farmers Market at 2045 Fort Worth Avenue in Oak Cliff, markingContinue Reading - Tragedy At DFW: The Deadly Crash Of Delta Flight 191
On August 2, 1985, Delta Air Lines Flight 191, a Lockheed L-1011 TriStar, crashed while approaching Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) due to a microburst-inducedContinue Reading - 11 Famous People Born in Dallas Texas
Dallas, Texas, has been the birthplace of numerous notable individuals across various fields. Here are some distinguished figures born in Dallas: Erykah Badu Born onContinue Reading - A New Chipotle is Coming Soon to This Dallas Location
A new Chipotle Mexican Grill is coming to 3921 Gaston Avenue, located near the Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas. This highly anticipated location bringsContinue Reading - Dallas Now Has a New Hot Chicken Restaurant at This Location
Hattie B’s Hot Chicken, a Nashville favorite, has expanded to Dallas’ Oak Lawn district. The new restaurant, located at 3827 Lemmon Ave, opened its doorsContinue Reading - Victory Center: A New 23-Story Building in DallasVictory Center, a planned 23-story building in Dallas, Texas, is set to become an iconic addition to the city’s skyline. Covering 470,000 square feet, theContinue Reading
- Dallas Arts Tower: Evolution of the 4th Tallest Building in DallasOnce known as Chase Tower, the 738-foot skyscraper at 2200 Ross Avenue now proudly bears the name “Dallas Arts Tower.” Completed in 1987, this 55-storyContinue Reading
- From Tornado Destruction to Vibrant Shopping Hub in DallasIn October 2019, an EF-3 tornado struck North Dallas, causing over $1.5 billion in damage. Marsh Lane Plaza shopping center, at the northwest corner ofContinue Reading
- AMLI Fountain Place: Dallas’ Luxury High-RiseAMLI Fountain Place, a 45-story luxury residential tower in Dallas, Texas, was completed in 2020. It stands adjacent to the iconic Fountain Place skyscraper, designedContinue Reading
- A New Steakhouse Opens Soon at This Dallas Location
Evelyn Steakhouse, a forthcoming dining venue at 1201 Turtle Creek Blvd in Dallas, is approaching its grand opening. Initially slated for late 2024, the projectContinue Reading - The Storied Past of Dallas’s Old Red CourthouseThe Old Red Courthouse, a striking red sandstone edifice in Dallas, Texas, has stood as a testament to the city’s rich history since its constructionContinue Reading
- Dallas Well Get a New Gym at This Location
From the 1980s to the 2010s, Minyard Foods operated a store at 8040 Ferguson Rd in Dallas. However, in 2016, the brand sold its remainingContinue Reading - Uncovering the Rise and Fall of This Texas Airport
Driving down Amon Carter Blvd on the eastern tip of Fort Worth, Texas, feels like navigating any other part of the DFW Metroplex. From northContinue Reading - A New QuikTrip is Being Built at This Corner in DallasA new QuikTrip will soon enhance the southwest corner of Coit Road and Arapaho Road in Dallas, Texas. Nestled on the boundary between Dallas andContinue Reading
- A New Popeyes Opens Soon at This Dallas LocationThe 2500 square-foot building at 6520 East Northwest Highway in Dallas, which has transformed from a combined KFC and Taco Bell to a Walgreens Pharmacy,Continue Reading
- 5 Reasons To Visit The Ronald Kirk Pedestrian Bridge
Ronald Kirk Pedestrian Bridge was formerly known as the Lamar-McKinney Viaduct. The bridge is now a pedestrian footbridge with chairs, a playground, and a niceContinue Reading - A New 8-Story Apartment Building Will Transform This Dallas Location
A new eight-story apartment building named Highland Oaks is coming to 4839 North Central Expressway (U.S. Route 75) in Dallas, Texas. This project marks aContinue Reading - A New 20-Story Assisted Living Tower is Coming to Dallas
A new 20-story assisted living building is coming to 2505 Turtle Creek Blvd in the Oaklawn neighborhood of Dallas, Texas. The project, currently named VivanteContinue Reading - Another New QuikTrip Store Coming to Dallas: Here is the Location
QuikTrip plans to build a new convenience store on Dowdy Ferry Road, near its intersection with Interstate 20 in Dallas. This location is close toContinue Reading - Interesting Facts About the Tallest Building in DallasThe 72-story Bank of America Tower at 901 Main Street in downtown Dallas is the tallest building in the city. Construction began in 1983 onContinue Reading
- Journey Through History: Texas School Book Depository in DallasThe former Texas School Book Depository in Dallas, Texas, stands as one of the most famous buildings in the state. Now known as the DallasContinue Reading
- Pollo Campero to Open New Location in Dallas
Boston Market closed its restaurant on the southwest corner of Central Expressway (U.S. Highway 75) and Forest Lane in Dallas. However, the location won’t stay vacantContinue Reading - A New Office and Retail Hub in Dallas: Location History
A new office and retail community is now open in Uptown Dallas at 2699 Howell Street. The complex, known as The Quad, features a 335,000-square-foot,Continue Reading - History of The Demolished Valley View Mall and the New Planned Development
Valley View Mall, once a thriving shopping destination, opened its doors in 1973. Over the years, it hosted major anchor stores like Bloomingdale’s, JC Penney,Continue Reading - Under Construction! Anthology of Highland Park In Highland Park
A new senior assisted living community is nearing completion in Highland Park, a town just north of downtown Dallas. Anthology Senior Living will be aContinue Reading - Location History of the New Lincoln Katy Trail Project In DallasConstruction of the controversial Lincoln Katy Trail Project is ongoing in the Oak Lawn neighborhood of Dallas. Currently, buildings standing 70 feet tall with 5Continue Reading
- New Starbucks to Open Near SMU on Hillcrest Avenue in DallasA Starbucks Coffeehouse is planned at 6407 Hillcrest Avenue in Dallas. The upcoming venue will share its location with a neighboring Pizza Hut and faceContinue Reading
- Jack in the Box to Open New Dallas Location on Marsh Lane and Frankfurt
A new Jack in the Box restaurant is coming to the northwest corner of Marsh Lane and Frankfurt in Dallas, adding to the area’s diningContinue Reading - Oak Cliff Will Welcome a New 32-Unit Apartment Building on 9th StreetOak Cliff, Dallas will welcome a new 32-unit apartment building at 417 E 9th Street. This new addition neighbors the El Ricardo apartment complex andContinue Reading
- New Hampton Drive Raising Cane’s Opening Soon in Dallas
A new Raising Cane’s restaurant will welcome customers at 4400 South Hampton Drive, Oak Cliff, Dallas, Texas. The new location is situated on the southeastContinue Reading - People Born in Dallas Texas: Erykah Badu
Singer and songwriter Erykah Badu was born on February 26, 1971, in Dallas, Texas. The R&B, Soul, and Hip-Hop legend experienced many of her careerContinue Reading - This Former Albertsons Store is Now a Fitness Connection in DallasThe Fitness Connection at 3630 Forest Lane in Dallas was once an Albertsons store. That store closed in 2018 and was converted into the gym.Continue Reading
- A Return to the Dallas Home Depot’s Tornado Ravaged SiteOn October 10, 2019, thunderstorms caused by a cold front, began in the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex. Tornadoes began to develop in the area andContinue Reading
- A New Tower Is Coming To This Location In Dallas
Field Street Tower is a new skyscraper coming to downtown Dallas Texas at 1201 Field Street and Woodall… Continue Reading - From Ashes to Luxury: The Upcoming Revival of The Dallas Ambassador Hotel Site
In 2019, a fire consumed the historic Ambassador Hotel, an architectural gem in The Cedars neighborhood of Dallas, Texas. After the fire, what remained ofContinue Reading - Uplift Charter School Is Building A New Location Next To This Dallas Freeway
Uplift Education is building a new school on an undeveloped piece of land just north of the Interstate 30 and U.S. Route 80 interchange. TheContinue Reading - New Apartments Are Coming Next To This Historic Cathedral In DallasOver 380 apartment units will be part of the upcoming Alexan Cathedral Arts development in Old East Dallas. Trammell Crow Residential, a Dallas Development company,Continue Reading
- Kessler Bluffs Are New Build-To-Rent Residences Under Construction In Dallas
Dallas real estate developer, Larkspur Capital, is building new residences in West Dallas. The property will have 146 build-to-rent homes. Kessler Bluffs residences will haveContinue Reading - New Zang Flats Under Construction In Oak Cliff Dallas Texas
A new apartment complex is nearing completion in the Oak Cliff neighborhood of Dallas, Texas. The community is being built to the east of theContinue Reading - New NOVEL Turtle Creek High Rise Community In Dallas
A 20 floor high-rise community is nearing completion in the Oaklawn neighborhood of Dallas Texas. The new building is located on the Northeast corner ofContinue Reading - Brake Plus Is Opening A New Store On This Location In Dallas TexasA new Brake Plus is under construction on 17180 Preston Road in Far North Dallas….Continue Reading
People from Dallas
Eric Johnson
Eric Johnson is the 62nd mayor of Dallas. He was born October 10th 1975 in Dallas Texas. Johnson assumed office in 2019.
Amy Acker
Born in Dallas Texas, Amy graduated from Lake Highlands High School and earned her bachelor’s degree in theater from Southern Methodist University. She has starred in many television shows and movies.
Jensen Ackles
In 1978 Jensen Ackles was born in Dallas Texas. Jensen is most known for his role in the television series Supernatural.
Erykah Badu
Singer-songwriter, record producer and actress Erykah Badu was born on February 26 1971 in Dallas. Erykah graduates from Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts.
Troy Baker
Tory Baker was born in Dallas Texas April 1st 1976. He is a voice actor, singer, and musician most famous for providing the voice in the game The Last of Us.
LaMarcus Aldridge
LaMarcus Aldridge a professional basketball player. He was born 1985 in Dallas Texas and attended Seagoville High School.
Ernie Banks
Ernie Banks was a professional baseball player. He was born 1931 in Dallas Texas. He graduated in 1950 from Booker T. Washington High School.
Chris Bosh
Chirs Bosh is a former professional basketball player. He was born 1984 in Dallas Texas. Bosh was a stand out athlete at Lincoln High School .
History of Dallas Texas
19th Century
1839
A Tennessee man, John Neely Bryan, surveyed the area and decided to establish a settlement near the three forks the Trinity River.
1842
After leaving the area for a while, John Neely Bryan returned and in 1842 convinced several families in at Bird’s Fort to join him.
1844
J. P. Dumas laid out a townsite comprising a half mile square of blocks and streets.
1846
Dallas County founded in 1846.
1852
First factory was established by a wagon making french immigrant named Maxime Guillot.
1856
By George Jackson – Sixty Years in Texas
Samuel Pryor was elected the first mayor of Dallas.
1860
A massive fire destroyed nearly all the businesses at estimated cost of over $300 000. The town of 700 people did not have a fire department.
1870
Population had reached 3000 thanks in part the the migration of freed slaves.
1872-1873
Two rail services made it to Dallas. The Houston and Texas Central and the Texas and Pacific.
1890
Most populous city in Texas in with 38,067 residents.
20th Century
1904
Oak Cliff annexed after numerous proposals.
1908
Five people were killed and 4,000 were left homeless after a Trinity River flood.
1914
Selected as the site for a Federal Reserve Bank.
1920
Dallas became the 42nd largest city in the United States with a population of 158,976.
1930
Oil is discovered in east Texas with Dallas Banks lending money to oil companies.
1963
President John F Kennedy is assassinated while riding in a motorcade in Dealey Plaza.
1978
Popular Soap Opera Dallas debuts.
1985
Bank of America Plaza, tallest building in Dallas is opened.
1990
Dallas population reaches 1,006,877
1996
Dallas Area Rapid Transit begins operating the first light rail system in the Midwest.
21st Century
2016
5 Dallas Police Officers are killed during a deadly shootout in downtown Dallas.
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| Population |  1,345,047 |
| Total Area | 996.67 (384.81 mi²) |
| Median Household Income | $47,285 |
| Poverty Rate | 21.85% |