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North Texas dedicates millions to new parks and green spaces throughout Dallas
Local leaders in North Texas have rolled out a series of announcements dedicating millions of dollars to new parks and green spaces throughout Dallas.
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Voters hope to bring more funding to public parks
Dallas voters can decide right now in early voting whether they want more than $340 million spent on parks – with the May 4 bond election. Money towards green spaces is something we’ve seen a lot this year, and NBC 5’s Phil Prazan reports a new development.
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Make your annual eclipse reservations now: The Connection
State parks will be filling up with people wanting to catch the annual solar eclipse next month. Plus, unsettled weather continues. Meteorologist Kevan Smith has a look at the slight risk for severe weather.
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Texas State Parks recommend reservations for the October annular eclipse
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is recommending Texans make reservations if they hope to watch the cosmic event from one of the many state parks along the eclipse’s path.
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Dozens of new dinosaur tracks found at Dinosaur Valley State Park in Glen Rose
Dozens of new dinosaur tracks have been uncovered at Dinosaur Valley State Park in Glen Rose.
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Dozens of new dinosaur tracks found at Dinosaur Valley State Park
Thanks to the drought, Friends of Dinosaur Valley State Park have uncovered as many as 80 new dinosaur tracks in the Paluxy River.
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Dove season expected to have high numbers, despite summer heat
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department survey shows 44% increase in population from 2022.
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What's next for Fairfield Lake State Park?
Texas will use eminent domain to seize from a private developer the location of Fairfield Lake State Park. NBC 5’s Katy Blakey explains what happens next in what could be a lengthy fight.
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What's next for Fairfield Lake State Park?
The state park in Freestone County remains closed while the state pursues eminent domain.
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Texas Parks to use eminent domain to stop private development of Fairfield Lake State Park
A popular state park south of Dallas has new life after the state decides to use eminent domain to stop the sale to a private developer. The drastic and unanimous vote from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission on Saturday is the next step in what is expected to end up as a lengthy court battle around the future of…
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Texas Parks and Wildlife Begin Safety Patrols on Area Lakes
North Texas lakes are already welcoming in Memorial Day weekend crowd. To keep everyone safe, Texas Parks and Wildlife has stepped up patrols and released new posted safety signs and TV spots. NBC 5’s Maria Guerrero shows us what they’ll be looking out for.
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Fairfield Lake State Park Reopens Temporarily
Fairfield Lake State Park temporarily reopened Tuesday to a line of eager boaters.
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Fairfield Lake State Park Will Reopen Tuesday, But Only Temporarily
Fairfield Lake State Park south of Dallas in Freestone County will open to visitors again, but only temporarily.
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Alligator Returns Home After Being Stolen 20 Years Ago
An eight-foot alligator was returned home after Texas Game Wardens discovered her living illegally in a house in Austin.
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Gator Stolen From Texas Zoo 20 Years Ago Returns Home
Tewa the alligator, stolen as an egg or hatchling from a Texas zoo and living as someone’s pet for two decades, is back at home.
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Fairfield State Park Closes, Community Worries About Future
After 50 years, Fairfield Lake State Park in Freestone County is closed.
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Fairfield Lake State Park Closes
Popular Fairfield Lake State Park south of Dallas is closed after it was sold to a private developer, but NBC 5’s Katy Blakey reports state leaders and the town are still hoping it can be saved.
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Big Cedar Wilderness May Become a Dallas City Park
A big new Dallas Park is planned along the steep cliffs known as the Escarpment Zone in far Southwest Dallas.
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Fairfield Lake State Park Sold to Private Developer
A popular North Texas state park is set to close at the end of February. Fairfield Lake State Park nestled between Dallas and Houston in Freestone County will be sold to a private developer. NBC 5’s Katy Blakey reports on efforts to save the park.
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Fairfield Lake State Park to Close After Failed Negotiations Between State, Private Companies
Sarah Bahari with the Dallas Morning News explains how the State of Texas was able to lose this popular state park.