Safest cities in DFW by the data: Where the numbers actually point
Everyone has opinions about safe vs. unsafe areas. Here's what the actual data says.
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0I judge people based on which highway they take and I'm not sorry
In DFW, your highway says more about you than your zodiac sign. 75 (Central Expressway): You live north. You work downtown. You think Plano is the center of the universe. You're probably right.
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0Cowboys vs. Eagles: Why this is the best rivalry in the NFL right now
Forget Packers-Bears. Forget Steelers-Ravens. Cowboys-Eagles is the most intense rivalry in football and here's the data to back it up. All-time series: Cowboys lead 72-56.
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0How to break your DFW apartment lease without getting destroyed financially
Sometimes you need to leave. Here's how to minimize the damage. Step 1: Read your lease (actually read it) - Look for the early termination clause. Most DFW apartments have one.
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0DFW coupon stacking: How I save $200+/month on groceries
This isn't extreme couponing. This is strategic spending. Here's my system. Step 1: Digital coupons (10 min/week) - Kroger app — load digital coupons every Wednesday when they reset - H-E-B app —...
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0How to call out a bad landlord in DFW with receipts (and without getting sued)
Your landlord is terrible. You want to warn people. Here's how to do it WITHOUT catching a defamation lawsuit. The legal framework: - Truth is an absolute defense to defamation in Texas.
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0DFW construction: A love letter to the cone that will outlive us all
Dear orange traffic cone on I-35, We first met in 2019. You were young then, bright orange, standing tall beside a freshly dug hole. It is now 2026. You are faded. You are tilted.
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0Cowboys all-time starting lineup: Building the greatest roster in franchise history
Let's build the ultimate Cowboys roster from every era. My picks: QB: Roger Staubach (Troy Aikman close second) RB: Emmitt Smith (all-time NFL rushing leader, 17,162 yards.
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0How your credit score actually works: The mechanics most people get wrong
Your credit score controls your mortgage rate, car loan rate, apartment applications, and sometimes job offers. Here's how it actually works.
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0AAC experience guide: Tips for your first Mavs or Stars game
The American Airlines Center is one of the best arenas in the NBA/NHL. Here's the insider guide. Getting there: - Street parking in Victory Park is free after 6 PM on weekdays.
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0Toll road politics in DFW: Who profits and who pays
DFW has the most extensive toll road network in the US. The politics behind it are fascinating and frustrating.
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0Best DFW companies for work-life balance: Ranked by actual employees
Compiled from Glassdoor ratings, Blind posts, and direct conversations with employees across DFW. Tier 1: Genuine work-life balance USAA (Plano) — 4.2 Glassdoor WLB rating.
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0UTD vs UTA vs UNT: The DFW university showdown
Three major public universities in DFW. Which one is right for you? UT Dallas (Richardson): - Enrollment: ~32,000.
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0Best bars to watch Mavericks games across DFW
Different vibe than Cowboys bars. Here are the best spots organized by area. Dallas — Uptown/Victory Park: - Happiest Hour (2616 Olive St) — Massive outdoor space with projector screens.
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4DFW school district rankings 2026: Where to buy a house if schools matter
If you have kids or plan to, the school district drives your housing decision in DFW. Here's the data. Top-rated districts (Niche.com 2026): Southlake Carroll ISD — A+ overall.
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0Mavs all-time starting 5: The definitive list with stats to back it up
Building the greatest Mavericks lineup using career production in a Dallas uniform. PG: Jason Kidd (first stint, 1994-1996) Stats as a Mav: 16.6 PPG, 9.7 APG, 6.8 RPG. Source: Basketball Reference.
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5DFW BBQ power rankings: Pecan Lodge vs Cattleack vs Goldee's — settle this once and for all
The BBQ debate never ends in DFW. I've eaten at every major spot multiple times. Here's where things actually stand.
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3Mavs 2024 NBA Finals run: A complete oral history of the best season in a decade
The 2023-24 Dallas Mavericks reached the NBA Finals for the first time since 2011. Even though they fell to the Celtics, the run itself was something this city will never forget.
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4DFW Vietnamese food guide: Pho, banh mi, and beyond
The DFW Vietnamese corridor (Garland, Richardson, east Dallas) is one of the best in the country outside of Houston and the West Coast. Here's the guide.
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0Uptown vs Deep Ellum vs Bishop Arts: Apartment guide for your 20s in Dallas
Moving to Dallas and choosing between the trendy neighborhoods? Here's the real talk.
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0The Cowboys coaching carousel: Every head coach ranked from best to worst
13 head coaches in franchise history. Let's rank them. Tier 1: Legends Tom Landry — 270-178-6, 2 Super Bowls, 20 consecutive winning seasons. The standard.
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0Your rights during a traffic stop in Texas: What cops can and can't do
Every DFW driver needs to know this. A traffic stop is a legal interaction governed by specific rules.
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0College cost breakdown 2026: What DFW students actually pay
Sticker price vs real cost. Let's look at the actual numbers. Texas public universities (DFW area, in-state, annual): | School | Tuition+Fees | Room+Board | Total Sticker | Avg After Aid |...
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0AAC renovation timeline: What upgrades are coming to the Mavs and Stars arena
The American Airlines Center opened in 2001 at a cost of $420 million. At 25 years old, it is entering the stage where significant renovations are needed to remain competitive with newer arenas.
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4Rangers 2023 World Series championship: The complete story of the greatest season in franchise history
The Texas Rangers won their first World Series championship in 2023, sweeping the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-1. It was the culmination of a $500M+ spending spree that transformed the franchise.
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5DFW divorce support: Resources and communities that actually help
Going through it right now. Instead of venting (I'll do that in therapy), I want to share the resources I've found in DFW for anyone else in this situation.
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