New Irving Pizza Joint Will Only Serve Takeout Or Delivery Through Third-Party Apps
Pizza joint Zalat is coming to Irving. Zalat’s newest location will only serve takeout or delivery through third-party apps. This is the 14th location for the restaurant, which originally opened in 2015 in Dallas and now has spots in Frisco, Plano and Arlington. Zalat uses fresh ingredients, such as Roma tomatoes and basil in the […]
Irving-Born Author Gordy Sauer Tackles the California Gold Rush In An Assured Debut Novel
Child in the Valley, a strong first novel by Gordy Sauer, who was born and raised in Irving, Texas, takes an unromantic look at the California gold rush. It’s 1849, and among the tens of thousands of prospectors — mostly male — is Joshua Gaines, a 17-year-old orphan whose adoptive father, a failed doctor, has […]
Laughs By The Lake, A Free Comedy Show, Is Returning To Irving-Las Colinas This Week
Laughs by the Lake will return to Irving’s Las Colinas on Friday after last year’s show was virtual because of COVID-19. Comedians Von Daniel and Jared Berger, known for interactive and improvised skits, will host the comedy show, which will also feature comedian Derrick Cakley and a family-friendly act by Tennessee-based comedian Rik Roberts. Guests […]
Irving-Based Nexstar Buys Political Media Outlet The Hill in $130 Million Deal
Nexstar Media Group subsidiary Nexstar Media Inc. has acquired political news outlet The Hill in a $130 million deal, the company announced Friday. The Hill will join Irving-based Nexstar’s network of 199 local TV stations in 116 U.S. markets that reach 39% of American households. The company also recently acquired product review site BestReviews from […]
Microsoft Named Finalist for Dallas Business Journal Best Real Estate Deals of 2020
The Dallas Business Journal is revealing the 51 finalists for the Best Real Estate Deals of 2020. Judges from various commercial real estate sectors vetted nominations that featured the very best of what the industry had to offer last year. After reading nominations, judges evaluated deals and then discussed their findings and observations before choosing […]
Irving-Las Colinas Among Large Cities Where Starting a Business is Worth the Risk
Although the internet allows businesses to flourish anywhere, business owners and entrepreneurs still gravitate toward large cities. Why? Because despite their higher startup and operating costs, major metropolitans offer a slew of advantages smaller cities and towns cannot, mainly access to resources. Large cities offer access to sizable and talented labor pools, investment capital, and […]
Will The Latest COVID Spike Impact The Economy In The Fall? North Texas CEOs Make Predictions
Just as North Texas seemed to be heading into a post-COVID world, the Delta variant and high levels of unvaccinated residents have contributed to a skyrocketing number of cases. While more than 2,000 patients across North Texas were hospitalized this week and Dallas County fights an executive order banning mask mandates, many businesses are struggling […]
Pacheco named executive chef at Omni Las Colinas
Omni Las Colinas on Aug. 9 announced veteran Chef Isaac Pacheco as Executive Chef over all food and beverage at the Irving-based hotel. The new appointment includes LRH Restaurant & Bar, OTC “Over The Counter”, The Lakehouse Waterfront Lounge, and Flossie’s, as well as banquets, catering and in-room dining. The four dining concepts are part […]
City of Irving Now Accepting Board, Committee And Commission Applications
Residents interested in serving on a board, committee or commission are welcome to apply at CityofIrving.org/Board-Application. * Qualified applicants must be a resident of the City of Irving and be a registered voter in the city for at least one year immediately prior to the date of their appointment unless otherwise noted. Deadline to apply […]
Irving ISD To Offer Free Meals To All Students For 2021-2022 School Year
Irving Independent School District announced its policy today that this school year, healthy meals will be offered every school day to all students at no cost. Typically, a student’s household must meet income eligibility requirements to qualify for free or reduced-price meals. However, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued guidance that allows schools […]