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Farmers Branch Police and Fire departments blocked the 2600 block of Valley View Lane for more than four hours after a vehicle-bicycle accident at 5:18 p.m. Wednesday.

Driver hits boys in crosswalk

Two teen-age boys attempting to cross Valley View Lane were hit by a car Wednesday. According to a witness, the teens, who multiple sources say are eighth-grade students at Vivian Field Middle …

Love of sport inspires champion and coach

Loc Lam, a 2024 5.0 Gold Medalist at the World Pickleball Championships, is not just known for his skills on the court—he’s also famous for his sense of humor, passion for the game and …

Last minute merriment options and a good deed

We have a few items that didn't make it onto our calendar to tell you about today, and a great opportunity to help The Firehouse Theatre .
Business

Conference to empower businesswomen to thrive

Attitude, connections and leadership set people apart in business and community. The Metrocrest Women in Business Sapphire Leadership Conference will help attendees sharpen their skills and step …

The gateway to better work culture

The air is thick with tension. You notice that she looks at her phone and up at the clock when you offer her feedback. Her responses are short, quiet, and safe. She leaves as quickly and quietly as …
DART outlines plans to give Farmers Branch and other suburban cities a stronger voice in operations. Police Chief Kevin McCoy said the police department regularly deals with trespassing or theft offenses at the DART station.

Transit executives address governance reform, funding

Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) officials presented proposals for governance reform and addressed funding concerns during the City Council study session on Tuesday, highlighting potential changes …
Election News

Publisher speaks out about city council forum

Roget's Thesaurus is a handy book to have on hand when the right word isn't easy to come by. As Mark Twain said, 'The difference between the almost right word and the right word is really a large matter. 'tis the difference between the lightning bug and the lightning.' This particular 1980 version of Roget's came from one of Farmers Branch's beloved Little Libraries.
The right word to describe how I feel about canceling the Branch Herald Candidate Forum for the Farmers Branch City Council candidates doesn’t seem to exist. Indignant may be closest. …
Education

Elementary campuses welcome families

Families with upcoming kindergarten and pre-kindergarten students are invited to attend Welcome Nights at all CFBISD elementary campuses. Attendees can tour campuses, meet staff, apply on site …

Fine Arts essential to community

Everyone I meet as I travel around the district and community mentions how much they love the arts, and how strong Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD’s Fine …

School board candidates discuss budget concerns and community engagement at forum

Seven candidates vying for positions on the Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District Board of Trustees outlined their priorities during a forum Thursday evening at the Children's Health …
Lifestyle

Adventures on ice with Adaptive Sports program

Bryce Larance, 14, listens to Coach and Sled Hockey Director Cliff Greene. While Bryce also loves basketball and has a great throwing arm, he chooses to focus on sled hockey right now.
The first time 12-year-old Vance Hooper-Christensen prepared for the ice his mother questioned the gear. Vance has Kabuki syndrome, a genetic malformation has causes him brain, skull and spine …
Jesus (Lucas Haupert), left, ignores Judas (Nolan Spinks) peeking over his shoulder as he looks at his 'Superman' comic book.
‘Prepare Ye’ for ‘All Good Gifts’
Urban energy will pulse through every moment, bringing a fresh and dynamic vision to the beloved musical “Godspell” this month. The Firehouse Theatre is bringing the first major …
The Dallas Hua Yun Chinese Music Orchestra performed ‘Blooming Flower under a Full Moon’ at the University of Northern Texas. They will perform at Gateway to the Globe on Saturday.
A journey of culture and flavor without leaving the city
Ready to take a trip around the world without packing your bags? The Gateway to the Globe festival is back for its second year in Farmers Branch, and this year, it’s set to be bigger, bolder, …
Candy Wedgewood dressed for a St. Patrick's Day party as well as Viva Fiesta, but was difficult to find in her green-screen photo.
Viva Fiesta! Older adults spice it up with tacos, treats and traditions
Forget Taco Tuesday. The Branch Connection's active adult community added a news twist to the traditional cake walk and embraced the spirit of the day with a pie walk, games, green-screen photos …
Rachel Rohrabacher and Anna Bright celebrate a sweep in Women’s Doubles.
Pickleball Boulevard to return in November
The highest level of professional competition in the fastest growing sport in America will return to Farmers Branch this year. Fans can mark their calendars for Nov. 3-9, when the 2025 …
Business
Tariffs: The good, the bad and what it means locally
As President & CEO of the Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce, I have the privilege of advocating for the businesses that drive our local economy — from small, family-owned shops to major …
Karen Hughes White, president and CEO of the Texas Women's Foundation, presents data from the '2024 Economic Issues for Women in Texas Report' to the Carrollton-Farmers Branch Rotary Club. She said if businesses prioritize addressing the wage gap between men and women, the poverty rate would be cut in half.
Texas showcases economic dichotomy
Though it has one of the nation’s strongest economies, Texas ranks 47 out of the 50 states across 25 different indicators of women’s economic security. It’s an alarm sounded by …
The Carrollton Regional Medical Center is a property in the real estate portfolio of the Metrocrest Hospital Authority
Metrocrest Hospital Authority: More than property management, a community catalyst
As the Metrocrest Hospital Authority (MHA) celebrates its 50th anniversary, the organization has transformed from a simple hospital management entity into a powerful community health and support …
Taashavi Wadhwa won the Texas State Finals of the Civics Bee in June 2024. One local finalist will have the opportunity to compete at the state level this year.
Students to test knowledge in civics bee
Twenty local middle school students will compete in the first Metrocrest National Civics Bee on April 5. Applications opened in the fall, and about a hundred students from Carrollton-Farmers …
Explore local business with new Passport
Explore your city, and buy local. That’s the message the City of Farmers Branch is sending this summer. They created a Passport to Farmers Branch to connect Farmers Branch residents to the …

Changes made for candidate forum

Because a candidate for both District 1 and District 4 declined to attend the Branch Herald Candidate Forum on Thursday, March 27, those forums at 6 p.m. have been canceled. The CFBISD Board of …
The Dairy Queen located on Valwood Parkway caught fire the evening of Nov. 14. It is unknown when the local restaurant will reopen.

Fire closes Dairy Queen indefinitely

It’ll be a while before Blizzards will be available at the Dairy Queen on Valwood Parkway. A fire the evening of Wednesday, Nov. 14 forced the local franchise to close for an unknown …
An unidentified man was found dead near the 13800 block of Welch Road. Police have not yet identified him.

Authorities investigate death of man

Police detectives are investigating a death following a 911 call reporting a body in a drainage area on Welch Road. The Farmers Branch Police ...
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A Springtime Twist on Classic Chicken Soup
(Family Features) This Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup calls to mind those classic brothy soups from when you were a kid but with a flavorful spring twist. Serve with fresh cucumber sandwiches for a veggie-forward meal.