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Have yourself a magical holiday season with this list of merry & bright activities

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Have yourself a magical holiday season with this list of merry & bright activities

Winston Henvey
Nov 27, 2022

Holiday events, historical festivities lined up in the Leader communities for the week of Nov. 27

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Holiday events, historical festivities lined up in the Leader communities for the week of Nov. 27

By Arianna Morrison | Star Local Media
Nov 27, 2022

Miss Texas breaks barriers, becoming the first Asian-American woman to represent the Lone Star State in the Miss America competition

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Miss Texas breaks barriers, becoming the first Asian-American woman to represent the Lone Star State in the Miss America competition

By Arianna Morrison | Star Local Media
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Brayan De La Rosa arrested in connection with fatal crash in Carrollton

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Brayan De La Rosa arrested in connection with fatal crash in Carrollton

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Nov 23, 2022

Pocket Sandwich Theatre makes debut in Historic Downtown Carrollton

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Pocket Sandwich Theatre makes debut in Historic Downtown Carrollton

By Arianna Morrison | Star Local Media
Nov 23, 2022

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The Leader Business Briefs: Carrollton earns award, dealerships grants, and more

Nov 23, 2022

City of Carrollton earns award Read MoreThe Leader Business Briefs: Carrollton earns award, dealerships grants, and more

Pocket Sandwich Theatre makes debut in Historic Downtown Carrollton

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Pocket Sandwich Theatre makes debut in Historic Downtown Carrollton

Nov 23, 2022

Pocket Sandwich Theatre makes its debut in Historic Downtown Carrollton with Joe Dickinson’s “Ebenezer Scrooge” this week. Read MorePocket Sandwich Theatre makes debut in Historic Downtown Carrollton

Meet Ebun Ekunwe, retired medical doctor turned business owner

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Meet Ebun Ekunwe, retired medical doctor turned business owner

Updated Nov 21, 2022

Ebun Ekunwe is a retired medical doctor in Carrollton who started a business to participate in the contribution toward cancer prevention. When not working, Ekunwe can be found volunteering as a pastor, reading, gardening, cooking or walking. Read MoreMeet Ebun Ekunwe, retired medical doctor turned business owner

Fall festivities, holiday events scheduled in The Leader communities for the week of Nov. 20

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Fall festivities, holiday events scheduled in The Leader communities for the week of Nov. 20

Nov 20, 2022

Several events in Carrollton and Lewisville are focused on the holidays and the fall weather, encouraging residents to celebrate with family and loved ones. Take a look at the top five things to do in The Leader communities the week of Nov. 20: Read MoreFall festivities, holiday events scheduled in The Leader communities for the week of Nov. 20

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The Leader News Roundup: Cease the Grease, awards, nominations

Nov 18, 2022

Free cooking oil disposal Read MoreThe Leader News Roundup: Cease the Grease, awards, nominations

Carrollton City Council considers options for relocation of Fire Station Number 6

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Carrollton City Council considers options for relocation of Fire Station Number 6

Nov 17, 2022

The Carrollton City Council met on Tuesday, Nov. 15 to discuss options for rebuilding and relocating Fire Station No. 6 and to receive an update on proposed rate changes to the Utility Operating Fund. Read MoreCarrollton City Council considers options for relocation of Fire Station Number 6

Carrollton musician, educator debuted world premiere of his ballet during Lone Star Wind Orchestra concert

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Carrollton musician, educator debuted world premiere of his ballet during Lone Star Wind Orchestra concert

Nov 17, 2022

Carrollton resident Eddie Jiménez debuted the world premiere of a movement of Changó Crowned King from “Orishas” during a concert by the Lone Star Wind Orchestra on Nov. 6. The ballet was composed by Jiménez himself. Read MoreCarrollton musician, educator debuted world premiere of his ballet during Lone Star Wind Orchestra concert

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The Leader Business Briefs: Thanksgiving closures, I-35E construction, and more

Nov 17, 2022

Carrollton Thanksgiving closures and hours Read MoreThe Leader Business Briefs: Thanksgiving closures, I-35E construction, and more

Meet Andrew Guiette, President of the Historic Downtown Carrollton Association

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Meet Andrew Guiette, President of the Historic Downtown Carrollton Association

Nov 14, 2022

Andrew Guiette is a business owner in Downtown Carrollton and is the president of the Historical Downtown Carrollton Association. Guiette is a long-time resident of Carrollton and a huge advocate of downtown, pushing for community involvement with the restaurants, parks and businesses the ar… Read MoreMeet Andrew Guiette, President of the Historic Downtown Carrollton Association

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Nov 27, 2022

Bradley’s clutch shooting fueling Hebron’s strong start

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Bradley’s clutch shooting fueling Hebron’s strong start

By David Wolman | Star Local Media
Nov 25, 2022

Star Local Media's 5-Star Spotlight: Check out a few student-athletes who have shined around the area

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Denton County basketball round: Hebron, McKinney earn wins on Big Tuesday; Creekview, Lewisville girls also victorious

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Denton County basketball round: Hebron, McKinney earn wins on Big Tuesday; Creekview, Lewisville girls also victorious

By David Wolman | Star Local Media
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Down to the wire: Jones' jumper lifts Hebron to 57-55 win against 6A's No. 8 Denton Braswell

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Down to the wire: Jones' jumper lifts Hebron to 57-55 win against 6A's No. 8 Denton Braswell

Nov 23, 2022

When asked if a bi-district playoff loss to Class 6A’s No. 8 Denton Braswell last season served as motivation for Tuesday’s home contest for Hebron, Lady Hawks head girls basketball coach Lisa Branch needed just two words to summarize her feelings. Read MoreDown to the wire: Jones' jumper lifts Hebron to 57-55 win against 6A's No. 8 Denton Braswell

Texas high school basketball state rankings (Week of Nov. 21)

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Texas high school basketball state rankings (Week of Nov. 21)

Nov 22, 2022

Here are this week's Texas Association of Basketball Coaches state rankings. Read MoreTexas high school basketball state rankings (Week of Nov. 21)

Prince of Peace falls short in TAPPS 4A state semifinals

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Prince of Peace falls short in TAPPS 4A state semifinals

Nov 21, 2022

Prince of Peace head volleyball coach Heidi Henke remembers seeing the heartbreak on the face of senior outside hitter Autumn Perry after the Lady Eagles lost in the 2021 TAPPS 5A state championship game against Fort Bend Christian Academy. Read MorePrince of Peace falls short in TAPPS 4A state semifinals

The Pick-It Line: Previews and predictions for 10 of the area's top high school football games

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The Pick-It Line: Previews and predictions for 10 of the area's top high school football games

Nov 16, 2022

During high school football season, the Star Local Media sports staff will predict the winners of 10 in-market games each week as part of its annual Pick-It Line. Read MoreThe Pick-It Line: Previews and predictions for 10 of the area's top high school football games

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Updated Nov 21, 2022

Each week throughout the 2022-23 school year, Star Local Media will recognize one of the standout student-athletes from its coverage area as Athlete of the Week. Read MoreVote for Star Local Media's Athlete of the Week

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Nov 13, 2022

Each week throughout the 2022-23 school year, Star Local Media will recognize one of the standout student-athletes from its coverage area as Athlete of the Week. Read MoreVote for Star Local Media's Athlete of the Week

Jones looks to help lead Hebron to fifth straight playoff appearance

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Jones looks to help lead Hebron to fifth straight playoff appearance

Updated Nov 14, 2022

The Hebron girls basketball team has had the District 6-6A newcomer of the year in each of the past two seasons. Read MoreJones looks to help lead Hebron to fifth straight playoff appearance

Signed and sealed: Area athletes sign on national signing day

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Signed and sealed: Area athletes sign on national signing day

Nov 11, 2022

CARROLLTON – Three tables were set side by side in Hebron’s gymnasium. Read MoreSigned and sealed: Area athletes sign on national signing day

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Nov 10, 2022

Newman Smith’s football program is on the rise. Read MoreStar Local Media’s Athlete of the Week: Newman Smith's Pierson Rougeau

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