# hill country (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover hill country. Page: Feed: --- ## [North Texas mourns Dolly Parton as the philanthropist, country music icon dies at 80](https://www.dallasobserver.com/music/north-texas-mourns-dolly-parton-as-the-philanthropist-country-music-icon-dies-at-80-40707964/) _2026-08-25 · Alec Spicer · Dallas Observer_ As Kacey Musgraves perfectly put it, "the world feels a lot less sparkly all of a sudden." ## [Join our members-only supper club with Chef Shirley Chung at Night Rooster](https://www.dallasobserver.com/food-drink/members-only-supper-club-chef-shirley-chung-night-rooster-40707928/) _2026-08-25 · Lauren Drewes Daniels · Dallas Observer_ Fresh off a James Beard House takeover in early September, the Top Chef alum will host a curated meal for Observer members on Sept. 10. ## [Callaway CEO apologizes after ‘misogynistic’ ad with Frisco’s Good Good Golf](https://www.dallasobserver.com/arts-culture/callaway-ceo-apologizes-after-misogynistic-ad-with-friscos-good-good-golf-40707923/) _2026-08-25 · Alyssa Fields · Dallas Observer_ This advertisement was a bad, bad idea on the part of Callaway and Frisco-based Good Good Golf. ## [Can Uptown handle another West Coast import? Elephante and its 2-stories of glamour hope so](https://www.dallasobserver.com/food-drink/elephante-dallas-opening-40707842/) _2026-08-25 · Aaren Prody · Dallas Observer_ Apertivo is about to be a year-round experience in Uptown Dallas. ## [As evictions rise, Dallas may cut an advocacy program it failed to fund last year](https://www.dallasobserver.com/news/as-evictions-rise-dallas-may-cut-an-advocacy-program-it-failed-to-fund-last-year-40707908/) _2026-08-25 · Austin Wood · Dallas Observer_ The city's budget trouble continues to show itself in many important ways. ## [‘It’s going to brutally impact them’: How imported beef could devastate North Texas cattle ranches](https://www.dallasobserver.com/food-drink/the-brutal-impact-of-imported-beef-on-north-texas-ranchers-40707792/) _2026-08-25 · Jordan Maddox · Dallas Observer_ A cattle rancher at the Decatur Livestock Auction explains how Trump's policy on imported beef has already hit local ranchers. ## [Breaking up with your loser boyfriend costs at least $7K in Texas](https://www.dallasobserver.com/arts-culture/breaking-up-with-your-loser-boyfriend-costs-at-least-7k-in-texas-40707734/) _2026-08-24 · Alyssa Fields · Dallas Observer_ Before you tell Jack to hit the road, check your bank account balance. A new study says it'll cost you the price of an international vacation. ## [4 Harwood Hospitality restaurants close in Uptown Dallas](https://www.dallasobserver.com/food-drink/4-harwood-hospitality-restaurants-close-uptown-dallas-40707723/) _2026-08-24 · Aaren Prody · Dallas Observer_ Big shifts in the Harwood District: Elephant East, Poco Fiasco, Tequila Social and Dolce Riviera have all closed. Harwood Hospitality says it’s part of a redo. ## [Flock cameras are being used on college campuses; some students are not happy](https://www.dallasobserver.com/news/flock-cameras-are-being-used-on-college-campuses-some-students-are-not-happy-40707736/) _2026-08-24 · Hannah Everett · Dallas Observer_ Many college police departments are using Flock cameras on campus, and college students are speaking out about them. ## [Benson Boone flipped his way through a delightful show in Dallas on Friday](https://www.dallasobserver.com/music/benson-boone-flipped-his-way-through-a-delightful-show-in-dallas-on-friday-40706735/) _2026-08-22 · Preston Jones · Dallas Observer_ When he flipped, we flipped, and you probaly would've flipped — figuratively, on our part. ## [8.1% APY Plus Free Stock (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/PWbqwh7uYbFd) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Claim 8.1% APY and up to $1,030 in SK hynix and Nvidia stock. ## [BigXthaPlug arrested in Allen, faces several charges](https://www.dallasobserver.com/music/bigxthaplug-arrested-in-allen-faces-several-charges-40706673/) _2026-08-22 · Alec Spicer · Dallas Observer_ The Dallas rapper is being held in Collin County Jail after he was arrested by Allen Police on Friday. ## [Denton Arts & Jazz Fest unveils full lineup for its 35th year](https://www.dallasobserver.com/music/denton-arts-jazz-fest-unveils-full-lineup-for-its-35th-year-40706555/) _2026-08-21 · Preston Barta · Dallas Observer_ Meet the 2026 headliners, new additions and the free festival's full lineup. ## [Longtime Dallas contemporary art gallery gets a fresh name and new owner](https://www.dallasobserver.com/arts-culture/longtime-dallas-contemporary-art-gallery-gets-a-fresh-name-and-new-owner-40706556/) _2026-08-21 · Kendall Morgan · Dallas Observer_ The 34-year-old gallery formerly known as Craighead Green will continue as Bardin Gallery. ## [CORRECTION: Kid Rock is the biggest douchebag of all time](https://www.dallasobserver.com/opinion/correction-kid-rock-is-the-biggest-douchebag-of-all-time-40706408/) _2026-08-21 · Alyssa Fields · Dallas Observer_ We mistakenly reported Kid Rock was the No. 3 ranking douchebag, but after he posted a 1,230 word tweet about me, he's taken the top slot forever. ## [‘Bar Rescue’ contacted Lakewood Landing. If they touch it, ‘we ride at dawn’](https://www.dallasobserver.com/food-drink/bar-rescue-lakewood-landing-40706566/) _2026-08-21 · Lauren Drewes Daniels · Dallas Observer_ Jon Taffer's producers (or an errant intern) came knocking on the East Dallas institution and they politely declined. ## [Zatar joins a string of closures in Deep Ellum, highlighting World Cup winners and losers](https://www.dallasobserver.com/food-drink/why-world-cup-foot-traffic-didnt-save-deep-ellums-zatar-from-closing-40706494/) _2026-08-21 · Lisa Petty · Dallas Observer_ Turns out, not surprisingly, the World Cup prefers sports bars. For others? It was like a 'ghost town.' ## [Richardson ISD sued after sending special needs student to juvenile program](https://www.dallasobserver.com/news/richardson-isd-sued-after-sending-special-needs-student-to-juvenile-program-40706451/) _2026-08-21 · Austin Wood · Dallas Observer_ The student can no longer attend public school and has had to seek further treatment as a result of the district’s actions, the suit alleges. ## [Military sexual trauma survivors can’t sue the government. A new bill could change that.](https://www.dallasobserver.com/news/military-sexual-trauma-survivors-cant-sue-the-government-40706170/) _2026-08-21 · Sonner Kehrt, The War Horse, The 19th · Dallas Observer_ Survivors of military sexual trauma have long been barred from suing the government over assaults and the failures that allowed them to happen. A bipartisan bill would give them a path to court. ## [An exciting WNBA game broke out at a Republican political rally last night in Dallas](https://www.dallasobserver.com/news/wings-wnba-game-broke-out-at-a-political-rally-in-dallas-40706439/) _2026-08-21 · Kelly Dearmore · Dallas Observer_ The star-studded affair featured hard fouls, exciting play from big names and Ken Paxton acting like he's a women's basketball fan. ## [More than a one-trick pony: Inside Denton’s new everything-at-once venue](https://www.dallasobserver.com/music/more-than-a-one-trick-pony-inside-dentons-new-everything-at-once-venue-40706326/) _2026-08-20 · Preston Barta · Dallas Observer_ A family-built new Denton venue brings pottery, pizza, cocktails and live music under one roof, with a strong commitment to local artists and genuine human connection. ## [Collect Open Source Legends (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/6kXEidvHFD1O) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Open-licensed art, limited foil trading packs, and optional on-chain mints. ## [One last howl: Fort Worth’s Coyote Drive-In is closing](https://www.dallasobserver.com/arts-culture/one-last-howl-fort-worths-coyote-drive-in-is-closing-40706333/) _2026-08-20 · Preston Barta · Dallas Observer_ The final screening at the Coyote Drive-In in Fort Worth will be "Coyote v. Acme," on Sept. 7. Poignant. ## [Why Tiffany Derry’s Shef Food + Wine is the single best culinary festival in North Texas](https://www.dallasobserver.com/food-drink/tiffany-derry-shef-food-and-wine-festival-lineup-2026-40705913/) _2026-08-20 · Aaren Prody · Dallas Observer_ Shef Food + Wine is back for its third annual culinary celebration with the country’s most celebrated talents. ## [The best sushi in Dallas: iconic hotspot, unsung heroes and everything in between](https://www.dallasobserver.com/food-drink/best-sushi-in-dallas-texas-22548511/) _2026-08-20 · Aaren Prody · Dallas Observer_ We’ve updated our list of the top sushi spots in Dallas, including many neighborhood gems like Naminohana with just 14 bar stools. ## [After layoffs, furloughs, Dallas looks to cut employee healthcare](https://www.dallasobserver.com/news/after-layoffs-furloughs-dallas-looks-to-cut-employee-healthcare-40706304/) _2026-08-20 · Austin Wood · Dallas Observer_ The changes could affect which doctors employees can see and eligibility for GLP-1 coverage. ## [Skip Napa. The Texas Hill Country is having a wine moment](https://www.dallasobserver.com/food-drink/texas-hill-country-wine-guide-40702384/) _2026-08-20 · Aaren Prody · Dallas Observer_ From Panhandle vineyards to Hill Country tasting rooms, here is a guide to tasting the region’s best via October’s top wine passes and festivals. ## [Free things to do in Dallas (and beyond) this weekend, Aug. 21-23](https://www.dallasobserver.com/arts-culture/free-things-to-do-23259557/) _2026-08-20 · Alec Spicer · Dallas Observer_ There is a shortage of bluegrass music left in Dallas. Poor David's Pub, in its new form, is bringing jam band bluegrass nights back. ## [Greg Abbott adds DFW Airport to list of local targets](https://www.dallasobserver.com/news/greg-abbott-adds-dfw-airport-to-list-of-local-targets-40706169/) _2026-08-20 · Hannah Everett · Dallas Observer_ The Texas governor continues his campaign against the Muslim community. ## [Dallas authors will take over Half Price Books for a day of discovery this weekend](https://www.dallasobserver.com/arts-culture/dallas-authors-will-take-over-half-price-books-for-a-day-of-discovery-this-weekend-40706177/) _2026-08-19 · Preston Barta · Dallas Observer_ Crawls are best when they don't come with hangovers. This Saturday, the free Local Author Crawl comes books, signings and a scavenger hunt. ## [Say hello to the Dallas Observer’s new multimedia reporter, Hannah Everett](https://www.dallasobserver.com/news/meet-dallas-observers-new-multimedia-reporter-hannah-everett-40706108/) _2026-08-19 · Kelly Dearmore · Dallas Observer_ We think our readers are really going to appreciate what Hannah has to offer.