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Bluebonnets across North Texas

See our favorite photos submitted by readers.

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Last week, we asked Axios Dallas readers to share their favorite bluebonnet pictures. <ul><li>It&#x27;s apparent you love our state flower as much as we do.</li></ul>

Gas prices in Dallas-Fort Worth keep rising

In D-FW, prices have increased nearly 30 cents since last week alone.

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AI will have a "generational" impact on Dallas-Fort Worth, experts say

North Texas leaders spoke about AI at an Axios Event in downtown Dallas.

Texas has emerged as a leader in artificial intelligence, and Dallas is poised to benefit from the tailwinds, AI experts say.Why it matters: Between Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini and other platforms, AI is driving a major tech transformation that will have generational impacts.

UT Arlington expands west to Parker County

There aren't many options to pursue higher education in rural areas of North Texas.

UT Arlington is expanding to Parker County in 2028 with a new campus in far-west Fort Worth.Why it matters: There aren&#x27;t many options to pursue higher education in rural areas of North Texas, a gap that UT Arlington hopes to address with its <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="UTA West campus" data-vars-click-url="https://www.uta.edu/west" data-vars-content-id="49c5ab97-154c-42ac-baf5-d8f0084b1725" data-vars-headline="UT Arlington expands west to Parker County" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.uta.edu/west" target="_blank">UTA West campus</a>.

How to get the most out of spring in Dallas

Outdoor projects are moving to the top of Dallas to-do lists — and Lowe's spring deals events help maximize the budget.

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Spring is the sweet spot in Dallas — warm enough to tackle the outdoor projects you&#x27;ve been putting off and cool enough to do it comfortably.<ul><li>Homeowners are refreshing their landscapes, re-mulching, topping off garden beds and getting patios ready for longer nights outside.</li></ul>Why it&#x27;s important: Outdoor spaces can transform how you live and how you feel, from small refreshes to full backyard makeovers.

The questions you should be asking your primary care provider — and why they matter

Patients with a primary care provider they trust have better health care outcomes.

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Make your spring break plans today with Six Flags

As spring break planning picks up, Six Flags is offering a free Gold Pass upgrade that unlocks year-round access to even more regional parks.

Spring and summer plans around Dallas can get expensive fast — especially when you&#x27;re trying to keep teens, little kids and visiting family entertained.<ul><li>Between tickets, meals, parking and the pressure to make it &quot;worth it,&quot; a single outing can quickly turn into a major line item in the family budget.</li></ul>The solution: Six Flags is betting that locals don&#x27;t want just one day out — they want options they can reach for a weekend outing throughout the whole year.

Spring smarter: Your guide to tackling this season's DIY projects

This spring, look to Lowe's to help you make your dream home projects a reality.

This spring, take on your home projects with confidence in Dallas. Whether you&#x27;re tackling DIYs, sprucing up the garden or transforming your outdoor space, Lowe&#x27;s has everything you need to get it done.Why it&#x27;s important: Spending time outside boosts your mood and enhances your lifestyle. Your outdoor space is where you relax, play, gather and make memories.

What Texans need to know about the STAR+PLUS Medicaid changes

Whether you are a beneficiary affected by these recent changes or a caregiver helping a loved one get started, now is a good time to review and compare your options.

As of Sept. 1, the Texas Health and Human Services Commission has a new contract for the STAR+PLUS Medicaid program.The impact: Whether you are a beneficiary affected by these recent changes or a caregiver helping a loved one get started, now is a good time to review and compare your options.

Get into the spirit with Lowe’s’ one-stop shop for Halloween

Make Lowe’s your one-stop shop for Halloween — and be the ghoul of your neighborhood.

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Deals, workshops and exclusives: Get ready for spring with Lowe’s

Gardening has always been cool — but in recent years, its popularity has grown significantly across the country, especially for younger generations.

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Gardening has always been cool — but in recent years, its popularity has grown significantly across the country, especially for younger generations.Key numbers: 2023 studies show that the pandemic created 18.3 million new gardeners — many of whom are millennials — enabling more people to get outside for restorative purposes like stress relief and improved mental and physical health.