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DFW news for Friday, August 21: What Happened to Music NFTs After the Boom?; Richardson ISD sued after sending special needs student to juvenile program; and Military sexual trauma survivors can’t sue the government. A new bill could change that.; the latest from across Dallas-Fort Worth, curated from the best DFW sources.

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Music non-fungible tokens (NFTs) never settled into a single replacement for streaming, downloads, or physical records. After the boom, they persisted in narrower roles: a collectible attached to a release, a record of a direct sale, or a pass to private material and events. None of those functions automatically keeps a song online or preserves […] The post What Happened to Music NFTs After the Boom? appeared first on Fort Worth Weekly.

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John Carona says his community association management company, Associa, has an unusually high retention rate for the industry. Although it’s hard to compete on compensation alone, he says the company delivers on the “magic formula”—a good working environment, competitive wages, and the opportunity to make a difference. Associa walks the walk through its independent 501(c)(3) … Continued The post How John and Helen Carona Put Philanthropy at the Center of Associa appeared first on D Magazine.

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Less than a week after two U.S. Army soldiers were killed in a deadly crash in Bell County, the U.S. Army has resumed training missions involving Apache helicopters.On Wednesday, Aug. 19, the U.S. Army announced it would resume Apache helicopter flight training operations after a 5-day stand down."This decision comes after a thorough review of safety procedures and flight operations," the U.S. Army said in a statement.A review of the crash site is being conducted by a team from Fort Rucker in Alabama.Bell County helicopter crashThe stand-down was initiated on Aug. 14 after two people were killed Wednesday when a Fort Hood AH-64 Apache attack helicopter violently crashed into a field in Salado in Central Texas, The crash sparked a wildfire that forced evacuations and sent emergency crews racing to the scene.The two people who were killed in Fort Hood were identified as Chief Warrant Officer 2 Deontre T. Huey, 34, of Killeen, Texas, and Warrant Officer Seth L. Olmstead, 25, of Belton, Te

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A man is dead and another is injured after a shooting in the West Oak Cliff area of Dallas.The shooting happened early Friday morning at an apartment complex on South Cockrell Hill Road.Police said other residents in the complex called 911 after hearing some type of altercation and then gunfire.When police arrived around 1:30 a.m., they found a man dead on a staircase with gunshot wounds.As officers worked the scene, another man was dropped off at a nearby hospital with critical injuries.An investigation is underway as police work to determine a motive and identify the shooter or shooters.There’s no word yet on the identity of those involved.

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Duncanville Police made use of witness interviews and modern technology to apprehend a road rage shooting suspect this week.The victim required emergency surgery after the bullet became lodged in her throat.Duncanville road rage shooting arrestOn Aug 18, Duncanville Police and members of the Duncanville SWAT team arrested 58-year-old Reo Bowman Jr. in connection to a July 28 road rage shooting.The shooting happened in the 600 block of East Interstate 20, where the suspect fired one round at the victim's vehicle before fleeing the area.Two people, Jayden Shastid and her boyfriend, were in the vehicle Bowman Jr. allegedly shot at, and Shastid was shot in the face. Shastid's boyfriend, who was in the passenger seat, was uninjured.Shastid was taken to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries and was later released.Duncanville Police detectives utilized witness interviews, evidence collection and Flock cameras to help identify Bowman Jr.Bowman Jr. faces two charges of aggravated assa

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At Shamieh Law, winning with awareness is more than a philosophy; it’s the firm’s foundation. Shamieh Law is a boutique firm intentionally designed to provide personal attention, responsive communication, and exceptional service. Attorneys carefully limit their caseload, allowing the team to focus on what matters most—maximizing results, providing extraordinary service, and guiding clients through one … Continued The post Winning With Awareness, Serving With Purpose appeared first on D Magazine.

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When David Godsey enters a room, there’s a tangible presence. Behind the warm smile and approachable personality is a seasoned trial attorney who has spent more than two decades relentlessly advocating for Texans during some of the most difficult moments of their lives. As founder of The Godsey Law Firm, Godsey has grown the practice … Continued The post Fighting for Justice, One Story at a Time appeared first on D Magazine.

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Flock of See-Grills Too many of us are way too accepting of Flock Safety cameras and others like them. Too many of our family, friends, and neighbors abide by the old saying: “If you’re not doing anything wrong, who cares who’s watching you?” And that’s true to an extent. Is it really problematic if the […] The post News Roundup, GTFO Edition appeared first on Fort Worth Weekly.

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OPENING Bethlehem Kudumba Unit (NR) This Malayalam-language romantic comedy stars Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju as a couple with a significant age difference. Also with Sangeeth Prathap, Dhyan Sreenivasan, Roshan Shanavas, Vinay Forrt, and Suresh Krishna. (Opens Friday at Cinemark North East Mall) Hot Spot (R) This science-fiction thriller stars Andrzej Konopka as […] The post Film Shorts // August 19-25, 2026 appeared first on Fort Worth Weekly.

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There’s a chance of rain in the forecast for North Texas over the next few days. But don’t get your hopes up too high.Friday ForecastFriday will be another day of near-record heat with a high of 105 degrees expected. The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for all of North Texas through 8 p.m.But a northerly flow aloft will bring a couple of disturbances beginning late Friday through Saturday. Isolated storms will be possible, with lightning and gusty wind potential. The best storm chances on Friday evening will be east of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Weekend ForecastOvernight, another quick-moving disturbance could mean a few more storms on Saturday morning. And one more bit of energy will likely bring a couple of storms for Saturday afternoon and evening. Unfortunately, the overall rain chance of 10-20% still means most people in North Texas will remain dry.And the exceptionally hot weather will persist throughout the weekend with afternoon temperatures cl

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Roasted Delicata Squash With Walnut Pesto Every autumn, I fear we’ve reached peak squash. The veggie’s presence is nearly inescapable this time of year, with squash-based soups, sauces, and pastas suddenly populating restaurant menus. Fall-themed grocery hauls become their own genre of online content, featuring everything from yogurts to canned cold-foam creamers—each item zanier than … Continued The post Three Squash Recipes To Make It Feel Like Fall in Dallas appeared first on D Magazine.

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OPENING Bethlehem Kudumba Unit (NR) This Malayalam-language romantic comedy stars Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju as a couple with a significant age difference. Also with Sangeeth Prathap, Dhyan Sreenivasan, Roshan Shanavas, Vinay Forrt, and Suresh Krishna. (Opens Friday at Cinemark North East Mall) Hot Spot (R) This science-fiction thriller stars Andrzej Konopka as […] The post Film Shorts // August 19-25, 2026 appeared first on Fort Worth Weekly.

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The Cowboys are facing the consequences of engaging in multiple fights during their joint practice with the Saints earlier this week.Dallas Cowboys finedThe NFL announced it has fined the Dallas Cowboys $500,000 after the team engaged in multiple fights during a joint practice with the New Orleans Saints in Oxnard on Tuesday."The Competition Committee has made sportsmanship – including at joint practices – a point of emphasis over the past several years. All clubs were reminded by memo prior to training camp of their responsibility in preventing unsportsmanlike behavior at joint practices that has the potential to result in injury," the league said in a statement.The Saints were also levied a $500,000 fine.Multiple scrums broke out during the Tuesday practice.Cowboys defensive end Donovan Ezeiruaku was thrown out of Tuesday's practice after throwing a punch, and cornerback Caelen Carson was also seen throwing a punch.A Saints defensive tackle can be seen throwing a punch at Cowboys ru

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As a boy in Istanbul, Fehmi Karahan built castles from wooden blocks. Today, he’s a nationally respected innovator who helped pioneer modern mixed-use development. His firm created Legacy West in Plano—home to major corporate HQs—and is now transforming 2,500 acres into the $1 billion Fields West in Frisco, anchored by the recently-opened Universal Kids Resort. … Continued The post Meet the Dallas 500: Fehmi Karahan, Karahan Cos. appeared first on D Magazine.

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A woman who was one of three people killed in an Oak Cliff apartment explosion was honored on Tuesday by Dallas County leaders.Sylvia Collins was remembered by the Dallas County Commissioner’s Court as someone who fought for the community.Sylvia Collins Community RoomCollins was one of three people killed back in May when her apartment building exploded.She leaves behind quite a legacy through her community. And on Tuesday, Dallas County Commissioners made it known that the county will rename a community room at the Oak Cliff Government Center in her honor.Collins spent decades fighting for voter engagement, civil rights, and neighborhood affairs. Commissioners Theresa Daniels and Elba Garcia spoke about Collins’ impact."She most definitely had an impact on all of Dallas County. So, you can see a very nice community activist will be honored with a room. A room is going to be named in recognition of all that she has done," Daniels said."She loved democracy. She was always asking people

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A man is dead and another is injured after a shooting in the West Oak Cliff area of Dallas.The shooting happened early Friday morning at an apartment complex on South Cockrell Hill Road.Police said other residents in the complex called 911 after hearing some type of altercation and then gunfire.When police arrived around 1:30 a.m., they found a man dead on a staircase with gunshot wounds.As officers worked the scene, another man was dropped off at a nearby hospital with critical injuries.An investigation is underway as police work to determine a motive and identify the shooter or shooters.There’s no word yet on the identity of those involved.

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John Carona says his community association management company, Associa, has an unusually high retention rate for the industry. Although it’s hard to compete on compensation alone, he says the company delivers on the “magic formula”—a good working environment, competitive wages, and the opportunity to make a difference. Associa walks the walk through its independent 501(c)(3) … Continued The post How John and Helen Carona Put Philanthropy at the Center of Associa appeared first on D Magazine.

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Parents are being asked to pick up their students from a school in Kaufman County because of a possible propane leak.According to the Scurry-Rosser Independent School District, a possible propane leak was detected at the middle school.Students were moved to the high school while crews began working to locate the leak.The district decided to dismiss students early out of an abundance of caution.Parents are being asked to pick up their kids at the high school."Thank you for your patience, cooperation, and understanding as we take every precaution to ensure the safety of our students and staff," Scurry-Rosser ISD said in an update on social media.Students are not allowed to return to the middle school campus yet to pick up personal belongings. The district said it will sent out further communication to let families know when those items can be retrieved.

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