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A daily look at the most significant and interesting stories affecting Dallas. Written by Michael Mooney, Naheed Rajwani-Dharsi and Tasha Tsiaperas.

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Inside the Methodist Church divide in Texas

Decades of discord in the United Methodist Church have reached a tipping point.

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Why downtown McKinney has so many tiny doors

Dozens of tiny doors are on display, with more in the works.

Texas economy draws outsiders, keeps natives

Texans are the most likely to stay in their home state compared to natives of other states.

What other cities can learn from car-dependent Dallas

North Texas' car-centricity affects low-income families the most.

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NorthPark exhibit highlights Dallas' Forest Theater fundraiser

A fundraising campaign aims to restore The Forest, which was once a stop for big-name artists like Prince, The Roots and Dave Chappelle.

NorthPark Center has a new exhibit on the Forest Theater, a southern Dallas landmark that&#x27;s been around since 1949 but has remained dormant for over a decade.Why it matters: The exhibit coincides with a fundraising campaign to restore The Forest, which was once a stop for big-name artists like Prince, The Roots and Dave Chappelle.

Activities for kids in Dallas-Fort Worth during heat wave

Visit KidZania, Klyde Warren Park or Dallas World Aquarium.

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Even though school is back in session, you&#x27;ve still got evenings, weekends and holidays to find ways to occupy your kids.Here are some options if you&#x27;re in a pinch:

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Cinemark Dallas adds "Oppenheimer" showtimes

The theater is one of just two in Texas showing "Oppenheimer" on IMAX 70mm.

Cinemark Dallas has seen such a large demand for &quot;Oppenheimer&quot; on IMAX 70mm that the theater added weekend showings at 2:35am and 6:50am.Why it matters: The Dallas theater is one of just <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="two in Texas" data-vars-click-url="https://www.texasmonthly.com/arts-entertainment/how-to-see-oppenheimer-in-texas/" data-vars-content-id="0e3c21a7-7cd1-4f2c-b418-607c6bb38bea" data-vars-headline="Cinemark Dallas adds &quot;Oppenheimer&quot; showtimes" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.texasmonthly.com/arts-entertainment/how-to-see-oppenheimer-in-texas/" target="_blank">two in Texas</a> showing &quot;Oppenheimer&quot; on IMAX 70mm — director Christopher Nolan&#x27;s preferred way to view his film.

Summer activities for Dallas teens

The city's Summer of Safety campaign has a list of activities.

Feeling clueless about how to keep your teenager occupied in this summer heat? The City of Dallas wants to help.Driving the news: The city&#x27;s Summer of Safety campaign has a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="long list" data-vars-click-url="https://www.dallascitynews.net/summer-of-safety-city-of-dallas-offers-free-and-low-cost-summer-activities-for-kids-and-teens" data-vars-content-id="06b6ebf1-8a05-40fd-b38f-5f8b93fc6545" data-vars-headline="Summer activities for Dallas teens" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.dallascitynews.net/summer-of-safety-city-of-dallas-offers-free-and-low-cost-summer-activities-for-kids-and-teens" target="_blank">long list</a> of activities and events to help families fill their days.

What it's like to attend a Major League Cricket match in Texas

The small stadium meant every spectator got a great view.

Sports

On Thursday, I finally got to experience my favorite childhood sport in person. I&#x27;ll never forget that night, because I got to share it with my dad.Why it matters: For many immigrant families like mine, watching cricket has been confined to a TV and odd hours of the night because matches are usually held in other parts of the world.

Fans wearing their team colors pack the Grand Prairie Stadium with colorful signs, as cricket players take the field for their first match.

Amanda Shires carries the torch of Texas music

"I love the songs, whether they're in fashion or not."

Music

Singer-songwriter Amanda Shires is carrying on the legacy of historic Texas music.Driving the news: Shires&#x27; <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="new album" data-vars-click-url="https://stores.portmerch.com/amandashires/loving-you.html" data-vars-content-id="257bea7a-3b80-4832-9325-9fedeb36f24e" data-vars-headline="Amanda Shires carries the torch of Texas music" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://stores.portmerch.com/amandashires/loving-you.html" target="_blank">new album</a>, &quot;Loving You,&quot; is a collection of covers of classic songs recorded with pianist Bobbie Nelson, the late sister of Willie Nelson.

Amanda Shires holds a fiddle on stage in front of a microphone.

Fourth of July events in North Texas

Celebrate Independence Day with  fireworks, festivals and food.

Cities across North Texas plan to commemorate America and England&#x27;s famous breakup with fireworks, festivals and food.Here are some ways to celebrate.

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Taylor Swift costumes, photos on exhibit at Arlington Museum of Art

"The Eras Tour Collection" includes original costumes.

The Arlington Museum of Art has filled some of its blank spaces with an exhibit devoted to Taylor Swift&#x27;s career.Why it matters: Arlington went all out for Swift&#x27;s tour stop in late March, even <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="renaming a stretch of Randol Mill Road" data-vars-click-url="https://www.arlingtontx.gov/news/my_arlington_t_x/news_stories/taylor_swift_weekend" data-vars-content-id="424ea27b-4b96-4e2e-9e3c-cfa80859c0eb" data-vars-headline="Taylor Swift costumes, photos on exhibit at Arlington Museum of Art" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.arlingtontx.gov/news/my_arlington_t_x/news_stories/taylor_swift_weekend" target="_blank">renaming a stretch of Randol Mill Road</a> in her honor.

What to do in Dallas-Fort Worth this weekend

What to do in North Texas the weekend of June 23-25.

Looking for something to do in North Texas the weekend of June 23-25? <ul><li>Here are some options...</li></ul>

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Pride Month events around Dallas

Dallas Pride weekend begins tomorrow with an all-day music festival at Fair Park.

Dallas Pride weekend begins tomorrow with an all-day <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="music festival" data-vars-click-url="https://dallaspride.org/entertainers-schedule/" data-vars-content-id="743da7fe-5e83-4992-bda1-b4d5b08f0898" data-vars-headline="Pride Month events around Dallas" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://dallaspride.org/entertainers-schedule/" target="_blank">music festival</a> at Fair Park.Driving the news: June is <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Pride Month" data-vars-click-url="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2023/05/31/a-proclamation-on-lesbian-gay-bisexual-transgender-queer-and-intersex-pride-month-2023/" data-vars-content-id="743da7fe-5e83-4992-bda1-b4d5b08f0898" data-vars-headline="Pride Month events around Dallas" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2023/05/31/a-proclamation-on-lesbian-gay-bisexual-transgender-queer-and-intersex-pride-month-2023/" target="_blank">Pride Month</a>.

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