arts, culture, entertainment and media
Hotel Giles Preserves Hill Country Heritage While Driving Community Economic Vitality
Hotel Giles in Comfort, Texas exemplifies how historic preservation and community engagement create economic and cultural opportunities while maintaining the town's unique character.
DFW Car & Toy Museum Acquires Rare 1967 Mercedes-Benz 250SE Coupe
The DFW Car & Toy Museum's addition of a pristine 1967 Mercedes-Benz 250SE Coupe to The Ron Sturgeon Collection preserves a significant piece of German automotive engineering history while providing public access to a masterclass in postwar luxury vehicle design.
Enchilada's Restaurant Launches 'Mustache Tex-Mex Takeover' Campaign to Celebrate Dallas Community
Enchilada's Restaurant has unveiled a creative marketing campaign featuring humorous mustache imagery and a VIP Rewards Program to strengthen community connections and celebrate Dallas's Tex-Mex culture.
The Center Hosts Exclusive Benefit Concert to Support Aging Adults in Hill Country
The Center's 'Beneath the Hill Country Sky' benefit concert featuring William Beckmann will raise crucial funds for programs supporting aging adults' independence and community engagement in Kendall County.
Blo Blow Dry Bar Brings Professional Beauty Services to Tyler's Growing Community
Blo Blow Dry Bar's new Tyler location represents a significant addition to the local beauty market, offering professional blowout services and makeup artistry to meet growing demand in the expanding community.
DFW Car & Toy Museum Acquires Rare 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster for Ron Sturgeon Collection
The DFW Car & Toy Museum's acquisition of a rare 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster highlights the enduring appeal of classic automotive design and provides Texas visitors access to one of the most significant vehicles in automotive history.
Mayra's Hair Obsession Salon Opens in Lake Worth, Offering Family-Focused Beauty Services
Licensed beautician Mayra Acuña has opened Mayra's Hair Obsession Salon in Lake Worth, bringing eight years of specialized experience and family-oriented services to the community with strategic location advantages and professional product offerings.
DFW Car & Toy Museum Adds Historic 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190SL to Collection
The DFW Car & Toy Museum's acquisition of a 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190SL preserves an important piece of automotive history that demonstrates how luxury sports cars became more accessible during the mid-20th century.
Artistic Mercedes-Benz 220A Cabriolet Bridges Automotive and Art Worlds at DFW Museum
A rare 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220A Cabriolet transformed by contemporary artist Hiro Yamagata into a moving canvas represents a unique fusion of automotive engineering and fine art, highlighting Texas's role in preserving culturally significant innovations.
DFW Car and Toy Museum Wins Fort Worth Magazine's 2025 'Best of Fort Worth' Family Outing Award
The DFW Car and Toy Museum has been named Fort Worth Magazine's 2025 'Best of Fort Worth' Reader Pick Winner in the Family Outing category just seven months after opening, highlighting its rapid integration into North Texas's cultural and economic landscape.
Carsmotology Expands Auto Detailing Services with Ceramic Coating Technology in Boerne
Carsmotology's new ceramic coating services provide enhanced vehicle protection and aesthetic benefits for Texas car owners, positioning the company at the forefront of automotive detailing innovation.
DFW Car & Toy Museum Acquires Rare 1960 Mercedes-Benz Binz Kombiwagen for Ron Sturgeon Collection
The DFW Car & Toy Museum has added an exceptionally rare 1960 Mercedes-Benz 190b Binz Kombiwagen to its collection, showcasing German automotive craftsmanship and innovative coachbuilding from the postwar era.
Historic French Quarter Restaurant The Italian Barrel Reopens with Enhanced Dining Experience Under New Ownership
The Italian Barrel, a 17-year French Quarter institution, has reopened following a comprehensive refresh under new owners Lori and Kevin Cates, preserving authentic Northern Italian cuisine while introducing significant enhancements to the space and menu.
New Book by Texas Pastor Offers Systematic Approach to Sermon Preparation
Dr. Tony Valenti's 'Simple Sermons' provides pastors with a three-day system for sermon preparation that addresses ministry burnout while improving preaching effectiveness.
Tania Lash Queen Opens North Richland Hills Salon with Unique Satisfaction Guarantee
Colombian beauty professional Tania Guarin has opened a new eyelash extension salon in North Richland Hills featuring a satisfaction guarantee policy and comprehensive training programs for aspiring lash artists.
Johnny Carson's Mercedes-Benz 560SEC Preserves Automotive Legacy at DFW Car & Toy Museum
The DFW Car & Toy Museum showcases Johnny Carson's 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SEC, highlighting how celebrity-owned luxury vehicles preserve automotive history and cultural significance for Texas visitors.
DFW Car & Toy Museum Acquires Historic 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300SD, Pioneering Turbo Diesel Luxury
The DFW Car & Toy Museum's acquisition of the world's first production turbocharged diesel sedan highlights Mercedes-Benz's engineering breakthrough that transformed diesel vehicles from utilitarian workhorses into luxury automobiles, with implications for automotive innovation and sustainable transportation.
DFW Car & Toy Museum Expands Collection with Historic 1981 Mercedes-Benz 240D
The DFW Car & Toy Museum's acquisition of a 1981 Mercedes-Benz 240D highlights the enduring importance of engineering reliability in an era of rapidly evolving automotive technology.
Jussie Smollett Announces New Album 'Break Out' Through Partnership with Rowdy Records
Jussie Smollett's upcoming album 'Break Out,' produced through a new deal with Dallas Austin's relaunched Rowdy Records, marks his significant return to music and represents a personal and professional reinvention with potential industry impact.
DFW Car and Toy Museum Emerges as Premier Media Production Destination in North Texas
The DFW Car and Toy Museum in Fort Worth has transformed into a versatile media production hub, offering photographers and videographers unique industrial-chic settings with professional AV infrastructure that serves everything from senior portraits to commercial shoots.
All's Well Barbershop Opens at Hill Country Salon Suites in Georgetown
Jared Shotwell's All's Well Barbershop has opened in Georgetown's Hill Country Salon Suites, offering personalized grooming services that emphasize client experience and renewal within a supportive business community for independent professionals.
DFW Car & Toy Museum Adds 2020 McLaren 720S to Collection, Showcasing Automotive Innovation
The DFW Car & Toy Museum's acquisition of a 2020 McLaren 720S supercar enhances its mission of making automotive excellence accessible to the public while highlighting cutting-edge engineering and design.
Nail Vibes with Bebe Opens at Salon and Spa Galleria in Lake Worth, Bringing 18 Years of Expertise to Local Beauty Market
The opening of Nail Vibes with Bebe represents a significant addition to Lake Worth's beauty services sector, showcasing the growing trend of independent entrepreneurship within established salon networks while providing professional nail care services to the local community.
DFW Car and Toy Museum Emerges as Unique Wedding Destination in Fort Worth
The DFW Car and Toy Museum has transformed into an unconventional wedding venue, offering couples a distinctive experience with automotive history and rare collectibles while accommodating up to 500 guests in its 150,000-square-foot space.
Billy Bob's Texas Partners with Charity Ace for Exclusive Songwriter Weekend Supporting Nonprofit Causes
Billy Bob's Texas collaborates with Charity Ace to offer a unique VIP songwriting experience that combines premium entertainment with charitable fundraising through exclusive consignment travel packages.
Tanya Eivin Photography Launches Redesigned Website to Enhance Client Experience and Showcase Transformative Portraiture
Tanya Eivin Photography has launched a newly redesigned website powered by the Kadence WP theme, enhancing online accessibility and client engagement for its boutique photography services in Texas.
Hill Country Mile Rod Expands Vehicle Eligibility to Boost Participation and Local Economy
The Third Annual Hill Country Mile Rod Run in Boerne broadens its vehicle criteria to include American-made cars and trucks from 1985 or earlier plus race cars, enhancing community engagement and supporting local businesses through increased tourism.
DFW Car and Toy Museum to Host Second Annual Car Swap Meet in November 2025
The DFW Car and Toy Museum's upcoming Car Swap Meet offers automotive enthusiasts access to rare parts and memorabilia while supporting vehicle restoration and preserving automotive heritage through community engagement.