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Samantha Thornfelt

Samantha Thornfelt is a music and culture writer at the Dallas Observer. At the University of North Texas, she has served as the managing editor and arts & life editor at the North Texas Daily student paper. She’s an Aries, likes long walks on the beach and loves a good em dash.

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<i>Forbes</i> Names Dallas Singer No. 1 R& B Artist of All Time

Forbes Names Dallas Singer No. 1 R& B Artist of All Time

By Samantha ThornfeltJuly 19, 2024

Dallas has always known her as the G.O.A.T. Now Forbes has made it official.

Ingrid Andress Says She ‘Was Drunk’ During National Anthem Arlington Performance

By Samantha ThornfeltJuly 16, 2024

The country singer apologized and announced plans to check into rehab.

Finn Wolfhard, Caleb McLaughlin and Gaten Matarazzo from Stranger Things.

Six Flags Fright Fest 2024 To Offer Stranger Things, SAW and More

By Samantha ThornfeltJuly 16, 2024

North Texans can immerse themselves in five new horror-themed attractions at the park this fall.

Dallas Public Library Hosts a Bridgerton Ball

By Samantha ThornfeltJuly 15, 2024

J. Erik Jonsson Central Library welcomed Dallas’ finest lords and ladies to an evening ball inspired by the hit Bridgerton series.

What To Know About Dallas’ 2024 All-Star Week Schedule

By Samantha ThornfeltJuly 15, 2024

MLB’s All-Star Week is headed to North Texas. Here’s all you need to know for this week’s games, showcases and fan events.

Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders’ Thunderstruck Routine Takes Over TikTok

Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders’ Thunderstruck Routine Takes Over TikTok

By Samantha ThornfeltJuly 12, 2024

TikTok users are putting their training camp skills to the test, and the NFL cheer squad is taking notice.

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Fire Destroys Fort Worth Night Club Baby Dolls

By Samantha ThornfeltJuly 11, 2024

Adult entertainment club Baby Dolls collapsed yesterday as the result of a structure fire, which is under investigation.

Fort Worth Actress Shelley Duvall Dead at 75

By Samantha ThornfeltJuly 11, 2024

The North Texas-born actress died just four days after her 75th birthday from complications of diabetes.

Six Flags Over Texas Opens Two New Family Rides This Weekend

By Samantha ThornfeltJuly 5, 2024

Six Flags visitors can cool off with the new Loony Tunes rides.

10 Best Places To See Fourth of July Fireworks in Dallas

By Samantha ThornfeltJuly 2, 2024

If you like to celebrate independence with big sky explosions, here’s where to do it.

Bridgerton Comes to Life at the Dallas Public Library’s July Ball

By Samantha ThornfeltJuly 2, 2024

Cottagecore and Regency-era enthusiasts: Prepare your dance card because Dallas is having a Bridgerton Ball.

Scottie Scheffler

Dallas Native Scottie Scheffler Refused To Sign Fan’s Celtics Hat

By Samantha ThornfeltJune 21, 2024

A New England fan decided to rub some salt in the pro golfer’s Dallas-pride wound this week.

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Sabrina Carpenter Announces Dallas Concert Date on Her First-Ever Headlining Tour

By Samantha ThornfeltJune 20, 2024

“Espresso” anyone? The rising star’s tour is stopping in Dallas.

Extreme Tornado Tours travel across
Oklahoma and Texas scouting for twisters.

Going with the Wind: Inside the Booming Business (and Service) of North Texas’ Storm Chasing

By Samantha ThornfeltJune 19, 2024

Tornado chasers aren’t just in it for thrills. They’re early warning systems on wheels.

Netflix To Open Year-Round Fan Experience at Galleria Dallas

By Samantha ThornfeltJune 18, 2024

Squid Game, Stranger Things and Bridgerton fans may soon have a favorite new spot in Dallas.

George Strait’s Texas Concert Breaks Grateful Dead’s U.S. Attendance Record

By Samantha ThornfeltJune 17, 2024

The country giant has broken many records, including the most No. 1 albums in country music. Now he’s set a new concert attendance record. Sorry, Deadheads.

Dallas-based "Color Analysis Queen'' Tatum Schwerin

TikTok’s ‘Color Analysis Queen’ Helps Dallas Women Find Their Personal Palettes

By Samantha ThornfeltJune 14, 2024

Are you a spring, summer, autumn or winter? Tatum Schwerin can help you find out.

George Strait’s Texas Concert Could Break Records This June

By Samantha ThornfeltJune 3, 2024

Country giant George Strait might get even taller with his next concert: He could beat the Grateful Dead’s record for the highest-attended show.

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Rainbow Kitten Surprise Announces Dallas Concert After Canceled 2023 Tour

By Samantha ThornfeltMay 30, 2024

The Love Hate Music Box Tour 2024 comes after a long break and the exit of bassist Charlie Holt.

Actor Glen Powell Is Moving Back Home to Texas

By Samantha ThornfeltMay 28, 2024

The actor, who made headlines for his flirtatious rapport with co-star Sydney Sweeney, is Austin-bound.

Dallas Artist Processes Cancer Diagnosis Through Latest Exhibition

By Samantha ThornfeltMay 24, 2024

Reuben Cheatem is using his art to shed light on his cancer journey.

Childish Gambino

Childish Gambino’s The New World Tour Sets Dallas Date in September

By Samantha ThornfeltMay 13, 2024

The artist known as an actor on “Community” will bring his music act, Childish Gambino, to Dallas in September.

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