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Grand Prairie's Home Ownership Fair is your gateway to expert guidance on buying a home, with personalized support from realtors, bankers, and counselors ready to help you every step of the way!

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Grand Prairie offers free Home Ownership Fair with counselors, lenders and inspectors
Grand Prairie Housing and Neighborhood Services hosted a free Home Ownership Fair at the Ruthie Jackson Center offering one-on-one and group sessions with realtors, bankers, counselors, home inspectors and appraisers to help prospective buyers navigate the home-buying process.
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September 18, 2026 at 2:14 AM
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Join the community in making a difference as Grand Prairie prepares for the heartwarming "Soup's On For Love" event, where delicious recipes meet a mission to support families in need!

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Soup Song for Love hosts fundraiser for homeless families in Grand Prairie
Local soup contest raises funds for Lifeline for Families supporting struggling households.
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February 21, 2025 at 5:20 AM
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Grand Prairie is torn between maintaining community standards and tackling the affordable housing crisis as officials debate the future of HOA requirements—could this be the key to unlocking homeownership for many?

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Grand Prairie officials debate removing HOA requirements to boost affordable housing
Officials discuss removing HOA mandates to alleviate housing costs in Grand Prairie.
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February 11, 2025 at 6:54 AM
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The Denzmann Clinic in Grand Prairie has officially reopened its doors, offering state-of-the-art health care services to a community in need after nearly 30 years of waiting!

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Grand Prairie Denzmann Clinic reopens after renovation to enhance community health services
Denzmann Clinic in Grand Prairie reopens with modern facilities for essential health care access.
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April 21, 2025 at 10:18 PM
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Grand Prairie's council has greenlit the Encore Oakdale substation to boost system reliability but demanded answers on ongoing outages plaguing local neighborhoods.

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Council approves Encore Oakdale substation; asks for outage data and requires 8-foot screen
Council approved a site plan for an Encore electric substation to add capacity and reduce load on other substations, requiring an 8-foot masonry screening wall; council requested Encore and staff provide data on recurring outages in southern neighborhoods.
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August 8, 2026 at 4:18 PM
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Get ready for an unforgettable Main Street Fest as vendor spaces have nearly doubled, and the carnival will expand with more rides than ever before!

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Organizers say Main Street Fest vendor spaces nearly double; carnival footprint expands
Staff told council vendor spaces increased to 168 from 96 and the carnival will expand into space freed by the Calvary/Cavalry buildings and near the new City Hall stage, enabling more rides and activations.
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September 19, 2026 at 12:30 AM
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Grand Prairie City Council just approved a monumental $573 million budget amid intense public discussion about state-imposed caps and service impacts!

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Council adopts FY26–27 operating budget totaling $573 million
Council adopted the FY26–27 operating budget by record vote; staff said the total proposed operating budget for all funds is $573,000,000 and highlighted the constraints of recent state caps on local tax rates.
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September 18, 2026 at 2:10 AM
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Get ready for a weekend of incredible music as Grand Prairie's Main Street Fest brings a star-studded lineup featuring the Commodores, Sammy Kershaw, and more from October 23-25!

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Main Street Fest set for Oct. 23–25 with star-studded headliners, new City Hall stage
City staff announced Main Street Fest will run Friday–Sunday, Oct. 23–25, with a three-day lineup that includes national and regional performers and a new City Hall performance stage to centralize programming.
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September 18, 2026 at 1:44 AM
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The prestigious Triple Crown Series, featuring the $3,000,000 All American Futurity, is moving to Lone Star Park in Grand Prairie starting in 2027, bringing exciting changes and economic impact to the community!

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Lone Star Park to host All American Futurity as Triple Crown Series moves to Grand Prairie
Officials announced the Triple Crown Series — including the $3,000,000 All American Futurity — will permanently relocate from Ruidoso Downs to Lone Star Park in Grand Prairie beginning in 2027, citing fires and flooding at the New Mexico track.
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September 18, 2026 at 1:05 AM
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In a pivotal council meeting, the mayor pro tem moves to approve a controversial consent agenda while a major retailer's item is tabled for further community discussion—what's at stake for Grand Prairie?

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Council prepares consent motion, tables retailer item and schedules executive session
The mayor pro tem indicated intent to move approval of the consent agenda (item 11), council agreed to table item 23 at a retailer's request, and the mayor announced an executive session under Texas Government Code sections 551.072 (real property) and 551.087 (economic development negotiations).
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September 18, 2026 at 3:46 AM
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Grand Prairie is set to transform its downtown with a groundbreaking 300-unit mixed-use development that promises retail space and a new public parking garage!

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Council approves Main Street Commons, a 300-unit downtown mixed-use development
Council approved a memorandum of understanding for Main Street Commons, a 300-unit multifamily project with retail and a 301-space city garage; the city would provide $11.5 million in priority funding, receive ground rent and fees, and hold the site under a 50-year local government corporation lease.
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September 18, 2026 at 1:34 AM
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In a surprising turn of events, the Grand Prairie Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously denied a special use permit for a controversial group home after overwhelming neighborhood opposition raised serious safety concerns.

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Planning commission unanimously denies proposed group home at 4544 Friars Lane
After extensive neighborhood opposition and questions about staffing, licensing and compatibility with HOA covenants, the Grand Prairie Planning & Zoning Commission denied SUP26070018 for a registered group home at 4544 Friars Lane. Commissioners cited insufficient operational clarity and safety concerns.
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September 15, 2026 at 1:59 PM
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Encore is revolutionizing power reliability in Grand Prairie with new substations and cutting-edge automation technology designed to minimize outages and enhance service quality.

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Encore outlines Oakdale substation plan, automation to limit outages in Grand Prairie
Encore told the council it will add capacity and automated equipment — including IntelliRuptors and other substation upgrades — to shorten outages and improve power quality, and said two substations are planned for the north and Goodland areas.
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September 5, 2026 at 12:57 PM
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Grand Prairie council members are demanding clarity on gas rate increases after a settlement reduced Atmos' proposed revenue hike, leaving residents questioning the impact on their bills.

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Council presses staff for bill breakdown after Atmos settlement reduces requested increase
Council was briefed on a negotiated settlement with Atmos that lowers a proposed $291 million systemwide revenue increase to $260.5 million; members asked staff for detailed breakdowns of the customer charge vs commodity after confusion over the $13.37 average impact figure.
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September 5, 2026 at 5:34 AM
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A stunning $90 million Renaissance hotel is set to rise at Epic Central, complete with 225 rooms and 15,000 sq ft of convention space—transforming the city’s ability to host major events!

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Council approves MOU for $90M Renaissance hotel and $30.5M city investment at Epic Central
Council approved a memorandum of understanding for a 225‑room Renaissance (Marriott) hotel with a 15,000‑sq‑ft convention component at Epic Central; staff said the overall project is about $90 million and the city's capital investment would be $30.5 million funded via COs, TIF and hotel occupancy tax proceeds.
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September 5, 2026 at 5:27 AM
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Exciting changes are on the horizon for downtown as the council greenlights a mixed-use cigar lounge, sparking a heated debate over alcohol limits and ventilation standards!

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Council amends downtown zoning to add mixed‑use cigar lounge; members debate alcohol and ventilation limits
Council approved changes to the Unified Development Code to add a 'mixed‑use cigar lounge' land use and to permit limited on‑premise alcohol at bookstores, museums and art galleries; council amended staff percentages after debate (cigar lounge alcohol allowed up to 49% of sales; bookstore/museum/gallery up to 35%) and added HVAC/ventilation clarifications following engineer concerns.
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September 5, 2026 at 5:36 AM
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A proposed 5,000-sq-ft grocery store with a drive-through pharmacy and gas station is facing fierce opposition from the community, with over 300 letters of concern citing traffic, noise, and property values.

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Proposed 5,000‑sq‑ft grocery with drive‑through pharmacy, gas canopy draws heavy public opposition
Staff presented an SUP/site plan for a 5,000‑sq‑ft grocery with a drive‑through pharmacy, 1,500‑sq‑ft convenience store and fueling; staff recommended conditions (including a traffic signal) after receiving 303 opposition letters representing 228 unique addresses and the applicant seeking multiple variances including permitting 273 parking spaces.
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August 27, 2026 at 10:59 AM
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In a surprising turn of events, Grand Prairie's Planning and Zoning Commission has unanimously rejected a proposed Walmart Neighborhood Market amid overwhelming resident opposition over safety and traffic concerns.

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Grand Prairie planning commission unanimously denies Walmart neighborhood-market SUP after heavy resident opposition
The Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to deny SUP-26060015 for a 50,000-square-foot neighborhood Walmart with fuel pumps and a drive-through pharmacy amid hundreds of resident objections citing traffic, safety and litter concerns; the applicant said the project would represent about $30 million in investment.
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August 27, 2026 at 1:58 AM
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Grand Prairie officials celebrate the outstanding safety record during World Cup events, thanks to the quick response and visible presence of local police and fire departments!

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City praises police, fire for safety at World Cup events
City officials credited Police and Fire departments with keeping events safe across dozens of watch parties and covering 91 events over 43 days with few incidents, staff said.
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August 23, 2026 at 7:48 PM
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Grand Prairie's World Cup watch parties brought in over 335,000 fans from near and far, generating a staggering $500,000 in extra hotel revenue!

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World Cup watch parties drew hundreds of thousands to Grand Prairie, staff say
City staff reported 34 days of World Cup watch parties across four sites that attracted more than 335,000 attendees and preliminary hotel-motel revenue that exceeded budget by about $500,000.
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August 23, 2026 at 7:47 PM
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Grand Prairie's council has proposed a new maximum tax rate of 0.685830, setting the stage for an important public hearing on September 15th!

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Council sets maximum proposed tax rate at 0.685830, schedules Sept. 15 hearing
City staff proposed the voter‑approval tax rate as the maximum rate and council voted unanimously to set 0.685830 per $100 as the maximum and to hold a public hearing on Sept. 15 at 6:30 p.m.
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August 23, 2026 at 7:50 PM
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The council's unanimous decision to deny the Forum Industrial Park development has left residents celebrating, but what does this mean for local jobs and tax revenue?

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Council denies Forum Industrial Park plan amendment after residents’ noise and view concerns
After a lengthy public hearing in which residents cited noise, truck traffic and visual impacts and developers highlighted jobs and tax revenue, the council voted unanimously to deny a comprehensive‑plan and zoning amendment for a 38‑acre Forum Industrial Park development.
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August 23, 2026 at 7:49 PM
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Property tax proposals are heating up as the state faces a shrinking surplus, and changes could reshape local finances dramatically!

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Council hears briefing on property‑tax proposals, appraisal changes and state fiscal picture
Consultants outlined proposals to cap property taxes and other appraisal rules, noted a smaller expected state surplus and discussed how statewide turnover could affect passage of tax plans.
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August 8, 2026 at 4:14 PM
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Short-term rental preemption could reshape neighborhood dynamics in Grand Prairie—are we prepared to defend our community's character?

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Grand Prairie council asks staff for data as short‑term rental preemption flagged as top threat
Officials and consultants identified short‑term rental preemption and ADU policy as a primary legislative threat; council members requested local data and promised to mobilize residents if needed.
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August 8, 2026 at 4:19 PM
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Focused Advocacy is seeking Grand Prairie City Council's input to shape the city's legislative agenda for the pivotal 90th Texas session—where will your priorities lie?

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Lobbyists from Focused Advocacy brief Grand Prairie council on draft 90th‑session priorities
Focused Advocacy presented the city’s draft legislative agenda, reviewed filing and session dates, and asked the council for guidance on priorities including local control, land use and funding tools.
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August 8, 2026 at 4:16 PM