Copyright 2009 http://www.nbcdfw.com/around-town/top-stories en-us Sat, 21 Nov 2009 21:53:04 -0600 Sat, 21 Nov 2009 21:53:04 -0600 NBC Local Integrated Media http://www.nbcdfw.com/around-town/shopping/Worth-The-Drive-Mecca-Outlets-Offer-Deep-Black-Friday-Discounts-70650442.html Sat, 21 Nov 2009 07:30:41 -0600 http://media.nbcdfw.com/images/120*82/shopgalI.jpg
With Black Friday coming up next week, take a drive and get in some shopping for the holiday season.

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From their signature chicken and waffles to other Southern dishes, Buttons in Fort Worth serves the soul.

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Here are a few deals we've found for the week of Nov. 16-20. Updated Saturday.

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The Nowlin Trading store is back, just in time for holiday bargain hunters.

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The fro yo craze continues, a new spot for gourmet to-go and a Dallas fave's new outpost in Cowtown.

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Thousands of deals can be found in Mattel's little-advertised outlet store in Richardson.

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Small businesses are having a tough time in today's economy, but The Soda Gallery, in Dallas' own Bishop Arts District is alive and thriving.

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An eco-friendly party just takes a little planning.

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For Johnny Lloyd Rollins, Dallas musician Chris Holt, and two friends Rollins flew in from both coasts, Tomcast Studios is a cave from which they cannot emerge until their contributions to the tracks on...

]]> http://www.nbcdfw.com/news/green/Farmers-Markets-in-North-Texas-70523937.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:58:48 -0600 http://media.nbcdfw.com/images/120*81/092908-Fruits-Vegetables-p1.jpg
Here is a list of many of the farmers markets in North Texas featuring locally harvested products.

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Catering, take-out and restaurant dining options for a deliciously simple holiday.

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Producers of local food in North Texas say it is a growing business that benefits from greater attention to “going green.”

]]> http://www.nbcdfw.com/around-town/shopping/Lamenting-the-Big-Books-Demise-70377012.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:45:02 -0600 http://media.nbcdfw.com/images/120*90/christmas-gift-book.jpg
It was bound to happen in the age of the Internet, so why does the demise of the "big book" have us so upset?

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Share your pictures and stories of what you're thankful for with NBCDFW!

]]> http://www.nbcdfw.com/around-town/real-estate/Reunion-Arena-Roof-to-Fall-Sometime-70275972.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:14:00 -0600 http://media.nbcdfw.com/images/120*90/reunion-demolition.jpg
The Reunion Arena's remains fall to the ground.

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The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show is returning to New York and, in a media stunt to promote the event, thirty of the brand's models turned up in Times Square.

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A program designed to help homeowners avoid foreclosure leaves many confused.

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A trip to Canton's First Monday Trade Days turned into a budding business for a pair of moms.

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Take your 'do from work to play in a matter of minutes with these expert tips from Amy Kott-Hovland of Frisco's Von Anthony Salon.

]]> http://www.nbcdfw.com/around-town/shopping/New_Affordable_Jimmy_Choo_Line__All__National_.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:29:31 -0600 http://media.nbcdfw.com/images/120*90/jimmychoo111709_640x480.jpg
Check out the new Jimmy Choo for H&M collection, including their famous footwear and the debut of their new men's and women's wear.

]]> http://www.nbcdfw.com/news/politics/NATL-Michelle-Obama-Style-Guide-53582762.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:43:01 -0600 http://media.nbcdfw.com/images/120*90/111609+Michelle+Obama+Style+thumb.jpg
From J.Crew to Jason Wu, First Lady Michelle Obama's style choices are as chic as they are eclectic, and always keep America guessing.

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2010's NasherSALON Speaker Series won't be short on talent.

]]> http://www.nbcdfw.com/around-town/events/Crews_Knock_Down_Texas_Giant_Dallas-Fort_Worth.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:44:31 -0600 http://media.nbcdfw.com/images/120*90/giantdemolitionthumb_640x480.jpg
Crews begin demolishing the wooden rollercoaster for its $10 million facelift.

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Fewer people may be flying the friendly skies, but that doesn't mean more elbow room.

]]> http://www.nbcdfw.com/around-town/events/Mayor-Helps-Lift-Fort-Worth-Christmas-Tree-Into-Place-70219532.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:23:28 -0600 http://media.nbcdfw.com/images/120*90/moncrief-tree-2009.jpg
Fort Worth Mayor Mike Moncrief helped raise the city's Christmas Tree into place in Sundance Square on Monday.

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North Texans don't have to go far for "The Nutcracker" -- it's playing everywhere.

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There's a surprising way to search for a bargain on eBay: misspell your search term.

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The heated debate between Flying Fish and Fish City Grill went down to the wire. And the winner of the Golden Local for Best Fish Restaurant is...

]]> http://www.nbcdfw.com/news/green/Wind-Water-and-Artwork-Created-by-Nature--70209472.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:06:07 -0600 http://media.nbcdfw.com/images/120*90/MWG_Lamson_Automatic_install02_72.jpg
Turning trash into treasured art is how one man is expressing his green statement.

]]> http://www.nbcdfw.com/around-town/shopping/Nations-Largest-Retailer-Buys-Local-to-Go-Green-69685147.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 17:02:20 -0600 http://media.nbcdfw.com/images/120*90/52802399.jpg
Do you know where your produce is grown? Walmart wants you to.

]]> http://www.nbcdfw.com/around-town/food-drink/MIchelin-Guide-Inspector-Secrets-Revealed-Rigous-Training-to-Eating-Alone-and-Lets-Just-Say-Its-Not-About-the-Money-70188737.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:31:38 -0600 http://media.nbcdfw.com/images/120*96/200909michelin.jpg
Today the New Yorker drops its annual Food Issue, and included therein is Lunch with M., a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse at the life of a Michelin Guide restaurant "inspector"...

]]> http://www.nbcdfw.com/around-town/events/Jillian-Wants-DFW-to-Lose-It-70186042.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:07:36 -0600 http://media.nbcdfw.com/images/120*90/Jillian+Michaels-640+.jpg
"Losing It With Jillian Michaels" is casting in DFW this week.

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Pinkberry opened its 76th location in Dallas on Friday and more stores are coming to North Texas.

]]> http://www.nbcdfw.com/around-town/real-estate/Ritz-Tower-Residences-Make-Every-Day-a-Vacation-70002887.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 11:27:21 -0600 http://media.nbcdfw.com/images/120*80/2+tow.jpg
Ready to live a life of luxury every day? The Ritz Tower Residences is ready to make everyday a vacation.

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We are sticking close to home in this week's Worth The Drive and we're checking out the new Museum of Science and History in Fort Worth.

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Ocean Prime makes a splash, Pinkberry (finally) comes to town and Deux Lounge debuts at Mockingbird Station.

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With December's numbers included, the total for 2009 jumps to 61,000 homes filed for foreclosure; an increase of 23% from 2008's record totals.

]]> http://www.nbcdfw.com/around-town/real-estate/Celebrity_Homes.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 06:07:23 -0600 http://media.nbcdfw.com/images/120*90/joemontanashouse.jpg
From nondescript apartment buildings to spectacular mansions, check out these celebrity cribs including Joe Montana's estate going for... what else? $49 million.

]]> http://www.nbcdfw.com/entertainment/celebrity/Behind_the_Scenes_with_Selena_Gomez_Dallas-Fort_Worth.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:45:19 -0600 http://media.nbcdfw.com/images/120*90/SelenaGomez_640x480.jpg
Behind the scenes with Selena Gomez as the Grand Prairie native and Disney star shoots a TV commercial for Texas-based Borden Milk.

]]> http://www.nbcdfw.com/around-town/events/Go-Purple-for-No-4-Ranked-Horned-Frogs-69968137.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 09:26:32 -0600 http://media.nbcdfw.com/images/120*90/Chesapeake-Building-photo.jpg
Fort Worth Mayor Mike Moncrief has declared Friday "Go Purple Day" in support of the No. 4-ranked TCU Horned Frogs.

]]> http://www.nbcdfw.com/around-town/shopping/Online-Shoppers-Drool-Over-Free-Shipping-Day-69957217.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:21:46 -0600 http://media.nbcdfw.com/images/120*90/online-shopping_448x336.jpg
Free online shipping means procrastinators win.

]]> http://www.nbcdfw.com/around-town/events/Gaylord-Texan-Puts-The-Grinch-On-Ice.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:08:55 -0600 http://media.nbcdfw.com/images/120*90/gaylord-ice-grinch.jpg
The Gaylord Texan is kicking off the holiday season tonight with a Christmas tree lighting and a ton of free entertainment for the family.

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