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    • <strong>Grapevine City Council Authorizes Area Revitalization Study</strong>
    • Grapevine City Council Authorizes Area Revitalization Study

      Photo credit to choosegrapevinetx.com On December 17th, Grapevine City Council unanimously approved a $54,500 contract with MESA Design Group to revitalize Crossroads, a development at highways 121 and 114 near the center of the community. MESA will survey the area, create architectural improvement plans, and propose updates to signage and branding. The initial contract focuses on enhancing pedestrian access, incorporating Continue reading...

    • <strong>State of Texas Eliminates Annual Vehicle Safety Inspections</strong>
    • State of Texas Eliminates Annual Vehicle Safety Inspections

      Photo credit to Steve Guntli/Community Impact As of January 1st, Texas drivers no longer need annual safety inspections to register their vehicles. However, emissions tests will still be required in major metropolitan areas, including Tarrant County, and all drivers must pay a $7.50 inspection replacement fee when renewing registration. The policy change, led by Rep. Cody Harris, was approved during the 2023 Continue reading...

    • <strong>Colleyville Public Library Gears Up For Winter Reading Challenge</strong>
    • Colleyville Public Library Gears Up For Winter Reading Challenge

      Photo credit to ColleyvilleLibrary.com The Colleyville Public Library is hosting its annual Winter Reading Challenge from January 13th to March 1st, with the theme "Cozy Up and Read." Participants of all ages are invited to pick up an entry sheet at the Youth Services Desk (for kids ages 0-13) or the Help Desk (for adults & teens 13+) starting January 13th. Continue reading...

    • <strong>Grapevine Vintage Railroad Kicks Off The 2025 Season On February 14th!</strong>
    • Grapevine Vintage Railroad Kicks Off The 2025 Season On February 14th!

      Photo credit to GVRR.com The Grapevine Vintage Railroad is set to open its 2025 season on February 14th with the Sweetheart Wine Train, a romantic Valentine's Day experience featuring authentic 1920s-era coaches, wine tastings, and live entertainment. Operating along the historic Cotton Belt Route, the railroad offers a nostalgic journey between Grapevine and the Fort Worth Stockyards, immersing passengers in the rich Continue reading...

    • Upcoming Events in Grapevine, Colleyville, And Southlake
    • Upcoming Events in Grapevine, Colleyville, And Southlake

      Photo credit to VisitSoutlakeTexas.com Check out these exciting events just around the corner for residents ofGrapevine, Colleyville, and Southlake: January 12Bubbles & BrunchWinestein's Tasting RoomJanuary 18Daddy Daughter Dance: Under The SeaFoundations ChurchJanuary 20MLK Day of ServiceGrapevine Area ParksJanuary 20MLK Day CampCode Wiz ColleyvilleJanuary 24Winter BallColleyville CenterFebruary 1Spring FestivalSouthlake Town Square Continue reading...

    • Warm & Grounded Family-Friendly Spaces
    • Warm & Grounded Family-Friendly Spaces

      This article was written by Jeanine Matlow and was featured in our January issue of Home By Design magazine. Photography by Carina Skrobecki. To visit the original Home By Design article, click here. Here to Stay For this kitchen and dining room remodel, Jessica Nelson, principal and owner of her eponymous interior design firm in Seattle, Washington, was off to a Continue reading...

    • Top Winter Maintenance Tips for Your Home
    • Top Winter Maintenance Tips for Your Home

      As the temperature drops and winter rolls in, it’s time to get your home ready for the chilly months ahead. Winterizing your home not only ensures your family stays warm and comfortable but also shields your home from potential damage caused by freezing temperatures, snow, and ice. To help you get started, we’ve put together a handy winter maintenance checklist. Continue reading...

    • Selling Your Home? What to Expect From a Top Realtor!

      https://youtube.com/shorts/6ERWJ-75CEw If selling your home is one of your 2025 goals, you might be wondering: should you hire a realtor or go solo and handle things yourself? Saving money on commission may seem like a tempting idea, but listing your home is only one step in the process. Do you need a Realtor to sell your home? No. Hiring a Continue reading...

    • <strong>Rustin & Family Park Could See Multimillion-Dollar Renovations</strong>
    • Rustin & Family Park Could See Multimillion-Dollar Renovations

      Photo credit to city of Southlake Rustin & Family Park, one of the most-used event venues in Southlake, may soon undergo a major renovation. During a December 3 meeting, city officials reviewed a feasibility study by TSK Architects and Kimley-Horn, outlining three potential designs for the park's makeover. The plans, with estimated costs ranging from $13 million to $28 million if Continue reading...

    • Upcoming Events in Grapevine, Colleyville, And Southlake
    • Upcoming Events in Grapevine, Colleyville, And Southlake

      Photo credit to GoGrapevine.com Check out these exciting events just around the corner for residents ofGrapevine, Colleyville, and Southlake: Now-December 21Unreal WinterThe Real UnrealNow-January 5 (Select Days)Cirque-Spirit of ChristmasGlass Cactus at Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention CenterNow-January 5Ice! Featuring Rudolph The Red-Nosed ReindeerChristmas Village at Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention CenterNow-January 5Christmas in GrapevineHistoric Main Street & Town Square GazeboNow-January 6SnowlandGreat Wolf LodgeNow-January Continue reading...

    • Buying a Home Without a Realtor? Here’s What You Need to Consider!
    • Buying a Home Without a Realtor? Here’s What You Need to Consider!

      https://youtube.com/shorts/DeNNf3Y-K20?feature=share Do you need a real estate agent when buying a home? The short answer is no. It's definitely possible to buy without one, though it's not easy. The process of going from househunting to closing and moving in typically takes three months or more, even with the help of a real estate agent. Even with the help of a Continue reading...

    • <strong>Design Plans Approved For Southlake Mixed Residential Development</strong>
    • Design Plans Approved For Southlake Mixed Residential Development

      Photo credit to Willow Tree Custom Homes Southlake City Council approved design plans for a new mixed residential development called Willow Tree Gardens. Located at 240 North Caroll Ave, the 9.6-acre development will include 14 villas, 6 larger lots, two ponds and a cul-de-sac with a sidewalk that runs along the street and will be open to residents from neighboring Continue reading...

    • Grapevine Named Best Christmas Town in the United States
    • Grapevine Named Best Christmas Town in the United States

      Photo credit to southlakestyle.com Known as the Christmas Capital of Texas®, it's no surprise that Grapevine is getting national recognition as the #1 "Best Christmas Town". According to a recent Newsweek Readers' Choice survey, cities were selected by featured panelists and contributors and voted on by readers as the best of the best.Grapevine hosts thousands of visitors during the holiday season, Continue reading...

    • <strong>City of Southlake Greenlights $419K Landscaping Project Off Dove Road</strong>
    • City of Southlake Greenlights $419K Landscaping Project Off Dove Road

      Photo credit to city of Southlake Southlake City Council has awarded Green Scaping, a Fort Worth-based construction and environmental services company, the contract for Phase 1 of the Green Ribbon Project to enhance the SH 114 and Dove Road intersection. The $419k project will be largely funded by the Texas Department of Transportation, with the city contributing $19,879. Phase 1 Continue reading...

    • <strong>Grapevine’s Settlers Park On Track To Finish First Phase</strong>
    • Grapevine’s Settlers Park On Track To Finish First Phase

      Photo credit to Grapevine Parks and Recreation Department Previously known as Silver Lake Park, the first phase of construction for Grapevine's Settlers Park is on track to be completed by the end of 2024. Located on 15.8 acres of land, including a 6.2-acre spring-fed park, the first phase of construction includes a multipurpose concrete trail, a fishing pier, restrooms, and Continue reading...