Thursday, October 27, 2016

Spooky Halloween events for Grapevine, Colleyville and Southlake residents this weekend, Oct. 28-30

This is the last weekend before Halloween, but there are still spooky events happening this weekend in Grapevine, Colleyville and Southlake. Oct. 28: Witches Brew Train Guests wear their favorite costumes while partaking in Texas craft brews paired with food from Wise Guys Pizzeria. Must be 21 and older to ride. The event proceeds rain or shine and […]

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Tuesday, October 25, 2016

After 8 months in business, Pollo Tropical in Southlake closes

The Pollo Tropical location in Southlake at 2640 Southlake Blvd. closed Oct. 24, according to owner Fiesta Restaurant Group. The Southlake location opened in February and served Caribbean inspired dishes such as corn fritters, sweet plantains, sandwiches, soups and desserts. In total Fiesta Restaurant Group is closing 10 Pollo Tropical restaurants, with eight of the stores located in North […]

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Monday, October 24, 2016

GCISD board of trustees approve 2011 bond money for Animal Science Center renovations

On Monday night, Grapevine-Colleyville ISD board of trustees approved an appropriation of  $429,637 of undesignated 2011 bond funds for renovations to the Grapevine High School Animal Science Center. Although the center is located at GHS, district officials said Colleyville Heritage High School students also use the facility. Those renovations include the following: The post GCISD […]

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4 things Grapevine, Colleyville and Southlake residents need to know, Oct. 24-30

From politics to Halloween events, here are four things Grapevine, Colleyville and Southlake residents need to know this week: Early voting in Tarrant County begins Monday, Oct. 24 and ends Friday, Nov. 4. In Grapevine, voters will be marking their ballot for or against a measure that would allow liquor stores to open in the […]

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Saturday, October 22, 2016

The Top 4 Most Important SEO Factors will Shock You!

The Top 4 Most Important SEO Factors will Shock You! What is often repeated online as the most important to rank your website is not based on reality, but on what people want to or wish to be true. I deal with the realities of how Google rank’s a website.   When push comes to shove, there are 4 things that matter far more than everything […]

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Friday, October 21, 2016

4 things to know about GCISD’s $18 million Mustang-Panther Stadium renovation

Grapevine-Colleyville ISD officials announced Friday plans for an $18 million renovation of its Mustang-Panther Stadium. The renovations, which are set to be complete in 2018, include new home-side restrooms, concession stands and spirit shops; improved accessibility; upgraded security; scoreboard upgrades and a new press box as well as a new historic appearance to match historic […]

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Thursday, October 20, 2016

Knowledge Panels in Site Audits

At this years Pubcon 2016, my presentation was about how I had added Knowledge panels, Sitelinks, Featured Snippets and the Google Search API into client’s Site Audits. I had been doing this because Search Results at Google and at Bing have started showing off information about businesses and site that includes knowledge panel information and […]

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3 things to know about Colleyville’s new economic development director

Mark Wood was hired by the city of Colleyville to serve as executive director of economic development and communications beginning Oct. 24. Here are three things to know about Mark Wood and his position: 1. Wood is joining Colleyville after serving as economic development director in Flower Mound. Wood’s efforts in Flower Mound helped spur year-over-year […]

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Wednesday, October 19, 2016

Grapevine residents to decide on Total Wine & More this election season

A ballot measure in Grapevine, if passed by voters in the upcoming election, would allow liquor stores in the city, and local officials and residents are debating the pros and cons of the measure. The local option election was placed on the ballot after a petition, which had the financial backing of Total Wine & […]

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Bark Avenue Market and Bakery

Healthy food stores are not just for people. At Bark Avenue Market and Bakery in Colleyville, co-owners Tammy and John Doak said they and their staff strive to provide top-rated, healthy options for their feline and canine clientele. “You could eat processed food every day,” Tammy said. “You would survive but you probably wouldn’t thrive, […]

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Colleyville’s City Council may see term limits for the first time in history

In November Colleyville residents will vote on five propositions that, if passed, would amend the city’s charter, which contains the city’s bylaws. The charter, which was adopted in 1977, was last amended in 2005. Colleyville Mayor Richard Newton, who was elected in May, said he wanted to waste no time in making good on his […]

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Tuesday, October 18, 2016

Colleyville enters agreement with Tarrant County to rehabilitate Cheek-Sparger and Bedford roads

On Tuesday night Colleyville City Council approved an Interlocal Agreement with Tarrant County to rehabilitate Bedford and Cheek-Sparger roads. With the approval of the Interlocal Agreement, Tarrant County will provide the labor and equipment necessary to rehabilitate the roadways and the city will be responsible for the costs associated with the following items: removal of […]

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From pumpkins to ghosts, check out these fall/Halloween events in North Texas

As the leaves start changing color and the air becomes cooler, friends and families can enjoy the month of October in the suburbs by visiting pumpkin patches and being spooked at haunted houses. Here is a list of your local fall events. Storybook Ranch Pumpkin Patch, McKinney Runs through Nov. 1 The post From pumpkins to […]

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Here’s who is on the ballot for the general elections in Grapevine, Colleyville and Southlake

* – Incumbent; D – Democrat; G – Green Party; L – Libertarian; R – Republican Write-in candidates will not appear on the ballot but can be voted for by writing the candidate’s name in the write-in candidate space. Listed below are the contested races that Grapevine, Colleyville and Southlake voters will vote on this […]

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Early voting and Election Day polling locations for Grapevine, Colleyville and Southlake residents

Early voting Tarrant County early voting dates and times Oct. 24-28 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Oct. 29 7 a.m.-7 p.m., Oct. 30 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Oct. 31-Nov. 4 7 a.m.-7 p.m. The post Early voting and Election Day polling locations for Grapevine, Colleyville and Southlake residents appeared first on Community Impact Newspaper.

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Monday, October 17, 2016

David Wallach receives most campaign contributions so far in Tarrant County 348th Judicial District judge race

David Wallach leads Joseph Drago in political donations so far this election season in Tarrant County’s 348th Judicial District judge race, according to the latest round of campaign finance reports due to election officials Oct. 11. Every opposed candidate in the Nov. 8 election must file a contributions and expenditures report 30 days before the […]

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Giovanni Capriglione received most campaign contributions so far in State Rep. 98 race

Republican candidate Giovanni Capriglione leads Democrat candidate Maricela Sanchez Chibli in political donations so far this election season in the State Rep. District 98 race, according to the latest round of campaign finance reports due to election officials Oct. 11. Every opposed candidate in the Nov. 8 election must file a contributions and expenditures report […]

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Sunday, October 16, 2016

Olympians, job fair and the Dragon’s homecoming: 4 things to know in Grapevine, Colleyville and Southlake Oct. 17-21

From meeting Olympians to attending job fairs, here are four things you should know the week of Oct. 17-21 in Grapevine, Colleyville and Southlake. Meet Olympians Katie Meili and Stephen Lambdin Colleyville hometown Olympians Katie Meili and Stephen Lambdin will honored at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 18 in front of City Hall, 100 Main St., Colleyville. The […]

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Friday, October 14, 2016

Human case of West Nile Virus detected in east Colleyville

The first human case of the West Nile Virus this year in Colleyville has been confirmed this week, according the city of Colleyville. Tarrant County Public Health found positive results of the West Nile Virus in mosquito test samples at the 3200 block of Scarborough Land and the 4100 block of Windermere Court. City crews […]

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4 things to do this weekend, Oct. 14-16, in Grapevine, Colleyville and Southlake

Although fall is upon us, that does not mean the summer fun has to stop. This weekend there are festivals, community sales and concerts that Grapevine, Colleyville and Southlake residents can take part in. 1. Haunted Trail Fest This event features a trip along a wooded path filled with scary creatures, spooky sounds and ghostly special effects. […]

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Thursday, October 13, 2016

‘A new mindset’: Here’s how Toyota is attracting new hires for its Plano campus

[View the story ” ” on Storify] The post ‘A new mindset’: Here’s how Toyota is attracting new hires for its Plano campus appeared first on Community Impact Newspaper.

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See who has contributed to campaigns related to the Grapevine alcohol proposition

A local option election in Grapevine set for Nov. 8 has drawn some local contributions against the proposition and a much larger corporate donation in favor of the election, according to the latest round of campaign finance reports due to election officials Tuesday. If the alcohol proposition passes, liquor stores would be allowed to open in […]

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Wednesday, October 12, 2016

More than 1,000 job openings coming to Grapevine’s regional job fair

The Grapevine Chamber of Commerce will host a free regional job fair from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on Oct. 19 at the Grapevine Convention Center, 1209 S. Main St., Grapevine. The job fair features more than a 1,000 job openings from employers such as AirServ Corporation, AMC Theatres, Charter Communications, Colorado Christian University, Grand Hyatt DFW, Great […]

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Tuesday, October 11, 2016

Colleyville chamber president leaves for new position

Connie Hanner, who has served as the president of the Colleyville Area Chamber of Commerce since July 2015, accepted a position with The Woman’s Club of Fort Worth. Her last day with the chamber was Oct. 7. “The Colleyville Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and staff are thankful for the dedication and commitment […]

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Baylor Scott & White Health names new president and CEO

The Baylor Scott & White Health board of trustees has appointed James Hinton as the health care system’s next president and CEO, effective Jan. 16, 2017. Hinton will take over for retiring President and CEO Joel Allison. Hinton has served as the CEO for Presbyterian Healthcare Services since 1995, and has been with the system […]

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Monday, October 10, 2016

With Oct. 11 deadline looming, here’s how to register to vote in the Nov. 8 election

The Nov. 8 General Election is still almost a month away, but there is only one day left to register to vote. The last day to register to vote in Texas is Tuesday, Oct. 11. You can register to vote in person or by mail, but you cannot register online in Texas. The post With Oct. 11 […]

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5 fun ways you can do your part to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October

It is estimated that one out of every eight U.S. women will develop invasive breast cancer, according to breastcancer.org. With October being Breast Cancer Awareness month, the Dallas area is bustling with races, events and commemorations to help fund the unending research and fight for the lives of those fighting breast cancer. Whether you want to […]

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Friday, October 7, 2016

6 things to do in North Texas this weekend, Oct. 7-9

North Texas has something to offer for the entire family this weekend. Here are five events to consider adding to your calendar: Oct. 7-9: Southlake Oktoberfest Hosted by the Southlake Chamber of Commerce, this free weekend festival offers handcrafted arts and crafts booths, live entertainment, food and beverages, family activities and a dachshund race. 4-11:30 p.m. […]

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Thursday, October 6, 2016

3 things to do at Southlake’s Oktoberfest, Oct. 7-9

This weekend, Oct. 7-9, Southlake’s 15th Oktoberfest will take place in Southlake Town Square. The free festival features tons of family-friendly activities. Here are three things you should do at the festival. 1. Cheer on a wiener dog More than 100 wiener dogs will race on Saturday at Sports Zone on Main Street by Mi Cocina […]

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Northbound SH 360 closes this weekend for removal of bridge over Stone Myers Parkway in Grapevine

Pending inclement weather, NorthGate Constructors will partially remove a portion of the SH 360 bridge over Stone Myers Parkway in Grapevine as part of the SH 121/360 interchange project. Removing a portion of this bridge will allow crews to begin building a new ramp over Stone Myers. To complete the work, two weekend closures will […]

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Wednesday, October 5, 2016

Learning SEO by Looking at Anomalies

Sometimes one of the best ways to learn is to question why you see something that you possibly shouldn’t be seeing. This can produce more interesting lessons than even digging into things like patents and whitepapers. For instance, I published a post last night, October 4th, 2016, on Context Vectors. On Twitter this morning, Dan […]

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Hotel Indigo tabled for the fourth time at Southlake City Council meeting

Southlake City Council tabled a 121-room, five-story Hotel Indigo for the fourth time on Tuesday night. The hotel, which would be built near the northeast corner of E. SH 114 and N. White Chapel Boulevard on 3.65 acres, has only been through the first City Council reading and has one more reading to go. The first reading […]

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Tuesday, October 4, 2016

Hotel Indigo to be built on SH 114 tract in Southlake

Southlake City Council approved a 121-room, five-story Hotel Indigo on Tuesday night, which will be built near the northeast corner of E. SH 114 and N. White Chapel Boulevard on 3.65 acres. The boutique hotel will feature a restaurant and a bar as well as between 3,000-4,000 square feet of ballroom and meeting room space in […]

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Google Patents Context Vectors to Improve Search

One of the limitations of information on the Web is that it is organized differently at each site on the Web. As a newly granted Google patent notes, there is no official catalog of information available on the internet, and each site has its own organizational system. Search engines exist to index information, but they […]

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Monday, October 3, 2016

3 things Grapevine, Colleyville and Southlake residents should know Oct. 3-7

It is the beginning of October, and area cities are starting the month with community events that the entire family can enjoy. 1. Colleyville’s City Council will be held tonight Because the city will be hosting its National Night Out on Tuesday, the City Council meeting has been moved to 7:30 p.m. tonight at City […]

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