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What are the best metro areas for football fans?

October 10, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

Football season is back in full swing.

Analysis: These attractions rank high for wait time complaints

September 18, 2024 Special to Sightseers’ Delight

A new study has pinpointed the top tourist attractions worldwide where long lines are most common, suggesting which spots travelers might want to skip on their next trip.

Doing time: Why old jails make for great museums

August 19, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

When it comes to unexpected tourist attractions, jail museums offer a unique blend of history and a glimpse into society’s darker side.

Why you should consider a trip to Dallas-Fort Worth

May 31, 2023 Sightseers’ Delight

From world-renowned museums and vibrant nightlife to outdoor activities and sports, the thriving metropolis of Dallas-Fort Worth offers something for everyone — and it’s not just cowboys and the Wild West.

Family Fun Abounds in Plano, Texas

September 2, 2022 NewsUSA

Just 20 minutes from DFW airport, Plano offers the perfect mix of outdoor thrills, indoor fun, colorful festivals and tempting eats.

Paris (Texas, was it?) is always a good idea

August 2, 2022 Todd DeFeo

There’s an old saying, something about Paris always being a good idea. I am not entirely certain, but I don’t think whoever said it was talking about Paris, Texas.

Enjoying a moment to observe the Dallas skyline

May 17, 2022 Todd DeFeo

During the pandemic, I realized my approach to travel changed. Whereas before COVID-19 pretty much put a damper on fun, I tried to cram in as many museums as possible. Now, I like to book some time to walk through town.

Texas congresswoman, Texas sue CDC over air travel mask mandate

February 17, 2022 The Center Square

U.S. Rep. Beth Van Duyne, R-Texas, represented by the Texas Public Policy Foundation, and the state of Texas are suing the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, challenging the constitutionality of its requirement that people wear masks on commercial airlines, conveyances, and at transportation hubs.

Austin Police no longer responding to ‘non-life threatening’ 911 calls

October 1, 2021 The Center Square

The Austin Police Department is saying it won’t be responding to non-life threatening 911 calls.

Feds handing out millions in airport ‘improvement’ grants

September 21, 2021 Sightseers’ Delight

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded more than $431.8 million in grants to upgrade airports across the United States.