Good morning, Dallas! ☕

Jacket-on-the-patio weather continues, the Stars are holding strong in second place, and we've got everything from soul legends to stock show parades lined up for you.

We're highlighting the farm-to-table spot changing menus five times a year, and yes, there's fresh drama between Dallas and the Governor.

Let's get into it.

☀️ Weather

• Wednesday: ☀️ 60° / 34° — Sunny & Windy (Chance of rain: 10%)

• Thursday: ☀️ 57° / 33° — Clear Skies (Chance of rain: 0%)

• Friday: ☀️ 58° / 37° — Sunny (Chance of rain: 0%)

• Saturday: ☁️ 48° / 31° — Chilly & Cloudy (Chance of rain: 25%)

• Sunday: ☀️ 55° / 30° — Cool Sunshine (Chance of rain: 0%)

The Vibe Check: Soak up the 60-degree sunshine through Friday before Saturday's gloomy chill forces you to trade the patio for a booth.

🏆 Sports Recap

Dallas Mavericks 🏀

The Mavs are still fighting to climb out of the Western Conference basement (currently 12th), but they've shown signs of life by winning two of their last three games. They are back home tonight to kick off a crucial stand at the AAC, though they’ll be doing it without Anthony Davis.

The big man has ligament damage in his hand; while reports suggest he might avoid surgery, he is expected to be out for at least six weeks.

Recent scores:

• Jan 12th: Beat the Brooklyn Nets 113-105

• Jan 8th: Lost to the Utah Jazz 116-114

• Jan 6th: Beat the Sacramento Kings 100-98

Upcoming games:

• Wednesday, Jan 14th: 8:30 PM vs Denver Nuggets

• Thursday, Jan 15th: 7:30 PM vs Utah Jazz

• Saturday, Jan 17th: 4:00 PM vs Utah Jazz

Dallas Stars 🏒

It's been a bumpy week for the Stars, who just dropped a tough one to the Ducks last night to cap off their road trip. Despite the recent stumble (losing 4 of their last 6), they are still sitting comfortably in 2nd place in the Central Division.

Recent scores:

• Jan 13th: Lost to the Anaheim Ducks 3-1

• Jan 12th: Beat the Los Angeles Kings 3-1

• Jan 10th: Lost to the San Jose Sharks 5-4 (OT)

Upcoming games:

• Thursday, Jan 15th: 8:00 PM @ Utah Mammoth

• Sunday, Jan 18th: 1:00 PM vs Tampa Bay Lightning

• Tuesday, Jan 20th: 6:30 PM vs Boston Bruins

🗓️ Upcoming Events

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🔥 Major News Stories

• Dallas vs. Abbott: Police Funding Fight After AT&T Exit: Dallas officials insist police budgets and staffing have risen even as Gov. Greg Abbott blames the city for public-safety and homelessness issues tied to AT&T’s headquarters move—setting up potential state scrutiny under Texas’ anti-“defund” law. Source

• ICE Arrests Surge in North Texas—Most Without Convictions: A Dallas Morning News analysis reported Dallas ICE arrests roughly doubled in 2025, with a majority of detainees lacking criminal convictions—fueling controversy over enforcement priorities and community impact. Source

• Texas Voucher Program Opens Soon, With $10K+ Per Student at Stake: Texas will begin accepting applications Feb. 4 for the new Education Freedom Account program—up to about $10,500 per student and capped at 90,000 statewide—reshaping school enrollment and intensifying oversight and equity concerns. Source

• DOJ Subpoenas the Federal Reserve: Fed Chair Jerome Powell said the Justice Department issued grand jury subpoenas and raised the threat of indictment related to his testimony on HQ renovations, escalating tensions over central bank independence and interest-rate policy. Source

• Dallas Police Chief Pushes Back on Downtown Safety Claims: Police Chief Daniel Comeaux cited faster response times and hundreds of downtown arrests in 2025 while acknowledging ongoing concerns, as the governor’s criticism intensifies debate over crime, vacancies, and homelessness in the central business district. Source

🌮 Where to Eat Next

Written by the Seasons

📍Uptown and Bishop Arts

Written By The Season is exactly what Dallas needs more of: a restaurant that actually cares about what's in season right now, not what was trendy six months ago.

This Michelin-recommended spot started as a Bishop Arts darling back in 2021 and just opened a second location in Uptown at The Quad. The concept is simple but executed beautifully: chef duo Melody Bishop and Dennis Kelly change the menu at least five times a year based on what Texas farmers are harvesting at that exact moment. When the peaches are done, they're done. No forcing it.

The vibe is warm and welcoming, with floor-to-ceiling windows that flood both locations with light (though the Uptown spot leans a bit moodier with dark woods and a gorgeous chocolate-brown marble bar).

The wine list is heavy on natural wines made with organic grapes, and they've got an extensive selection that changes with the seasons too. Reservations are strongly recommended, especially on weekends.

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