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Kelly Dearmore is news editor of the Dallas Observer. He’s held the position since November 2022. Since joining the team, Kelly has covered topics such as state and local politics, crime and public safety, education and immigration. A native Texan, Kelly has contributed to other publications including Texas Monthly, Dallas Morning News, Success Magazine and Cowboys & Indians Magazine.

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Ken Paxton Attorney Mitch Little Makes North Texas a GOP Civil War Battleground

By Kelly DearmoreOctober 19, 2023

Little, who defended Ken Paxton during his Senate trial, resigned as Kronda Thimesch’s campaign treasurer after she voted for impeachment. Now, he’s going after her Texas House seat.

Mike McCarthy’s ‘Texas Coast’ Offense Isn’t Very Pretty

By Kelly DearmoreOctober 18, 2023

Since taking over play-calling duties, Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy’s offensive scheme isn’t quite a day at the beach just yet.

State Fair of Texas Delays Sunday Opening to 2 p.m. Following Saturday’s Shooting

By Kelly DearmoreOctober 15, 2023

The State Fair of Texas will reopen on Sunday at 2 p.m. following a shooting Saturday night that injured 3 people.

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Rivals at Last! The Texas Rangers and Houston Astros Play for a Spot in the World Series

By Kelly DearmoreOctober 13, 2023

After decades of wanting it to happen, baseball fans in Texas might finally see their wish granted: a genuine rivalry between the Texas Rangers and the Houston Astros. The complete makings of a bitter baseball brotherhood have finally arrived, now that the two teams will face off in the playoffs…

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Here We Go Again: Gov. Abbott’s School Voucher Plan Passes the Texas Senate in Special Session

By Kelly DearmoreOctober 13, 2023

The Texas governor has declared his “education savings account” program to be his primary concern, and now he faces a familiar foe: House Republicans.

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Here’s What To Know About the Dallas Stars’ 2023-24 Season

By Kelly DearmoreOctober 12, 2023

Plenty of experts are picking the Dallas Stars to repeat last year’s success. Here’s a look at the key players, important games and things that need to go right for the team in 2023-24.

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As Authorities Continue to Pursue Ken Paxton, the AG Sets His Sights on His ‘RINO’ Enemies

By Kelly DearmoreOctober 12, 2023

The Texas attorney general has his job back, but he’s not legally in the clear. Now, he’s going after his political enemies in Austin and in Collin County.

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‘Voucher Scams’: Abbott’s Education Savings Accounts Threaten Another Republican Civil War

By Kelly DearmoreOctober 10, 2023

Governor Greg Abbott has decided that his school voucher-like program is a hill he’ll die on, even if it means battling, and threatening, other Republicans in the process.

The Observer Sunday FOMO Review

By Kelly DearmoreOctober 8, 2023

The State Fair, banned books and patio weather gave our writers a whole heck of a lot to dive into last week.

The Rangers Hope To Keep the Playoff Wins Coming Against the Baltimore Orioles

By Kelly DearmoreOctober 6, 2023

It’s been 7 years since the Texas Rangers or Baltimore Orioles have been in the playoffs. Here’s what to know about the ALDS matchup.

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Another Dealer Sentenced as Consequences in Carrollton Fentanyl Case Continue To Unfold

By Kelly DearmoreOctober 6, 2023

With 2 of the 11 fentanyl dealers tied to juvenile overdoses and deaths in Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD now sentenced, authorities continue to crack down in North Texas.

Rivalry Between the Dallas Cowboys and San Francisco 49ers is Historically Epic

By Kelly DearmoreOctober 6, 2023

From ‘The Catch’ to ‘Defending the Star,’ Sunday night’s game represents a new era for one of the best rivalries in NFL history.

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Grapevine Examines the Nonexistent Line Between Church, Schools and State in North Texas

By Kelly DearmoreOctober 5, 2023

A new podcast series takes a look at just how far religious zealotry and conservative culture wars have impacted local education.

‘This Has Been So Unfair’: Short-Term Rental Owners Sue Dallas Over New Ban

By Kelly DearmoreOctober 4, 2023

Dallas City Council banned Airbnb and VRBO properties in residential neighborhoods, but short-term rental hosts aren’t giving up the fight just yet.

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Welcome to the Observer Sunday FOMO Review

By Kelly DearmoreOctober 1, 2023

Keanu Reeves, the State Fair of Texas, local restaurants and Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson gave us plenty to write about last week.

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UPDATE: The Ticket and The Dumb Zone Settle Lawsuit, Blake Jones to Join Former Hosts

By Kelly DearmoreSeptember 27, 2023

The radio contract dispute between 1310 The Ticket and former hosts of The Hang Zone that’s lasted all summer has finally come to an end.

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Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson Announces He Is a Republican

By Kelly Dearmore and OthersSeptember 22, 2023

The party switch comes at a curious time for Johnson. Some on Dallas City Council hope the mayor doesn’t bring his new party’s politics into the city’s business.

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The End Is Near: The Downtown Dallas YMCA Is Being Sold

By Kelly DearmoreSeptember 22, 2023

The feud that has been going for much of 2023 may soon be coming to a sad end once the popular Dallas facility closes its doors in November.

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It’s Been How Long Since the Dallas Cowboys Started Off This Hot?

By Kelly DearmoreSeptember 21, 2023

The last time the ‘Boys from Dallas started the NFL season 2-0 wasn’t so long ago, but sometimes it feels like it was a lifetime ago.

Following Paxton Acquittal, the Republican Civil War Grows More Intense

By Kelly DearmoreSeptember 19, 2023

Now that the Texas attorney general has been reinstated, he and his supporters are gunning for their rivals in Austin. But they’re not who you might think.

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Breaking: Texas Attorney Ken Paxton Acquitted on All Articles of Impeachment

By Kelly DearmoreSeptember 16, 2023

Unlike in the House, which overwhelmingly voted to impeach the AG, Saturday’s votes in the Senate stuck very closely to the usual partisan lines.

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Final Day of Ken Paxton Impeachment Trial Ends With No Verdict

By Kelly DearmoreSeptember 15, 2023

Senators scheduled to resume deliberations Saturday morning.

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