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Simon Pruitt is a staff writer for the Dallas Observer. He’s been writing professionally since he was 16, covering art, sports and all the peculiar things he finds along the way.

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Dallas Arts District Named No. 1 Arts District in America for Second Consecutive Year

By Simon PruittMarch 10, 2025

USA Today’s annual best arts districts in America ranking listed Dallas at no. 1 for the second time.

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The Taco Museum Promised Exhibitions and All-You-Can-Eat Tacos, None of It Happened

By Simon PruittMarch 6, 2025

The festival’s three dates in Texas were each rescheduled at the last minute, with venues claiming to have never heard of it.

A Memorial Service For Lily Evergreen Is Unlike Any Play We’ve Ever Seen

By Simon PruittMarch 4, 2025

Presented by Outcry Theatre, this hyper-creative immersive play brought us to tears and laughter.

So, No Badu Birthday Bash This Year?

By Simon PruittFebruary 28, 2025

After hosting her annual birthday party in Deep Ellum for years, Erykah Badu’s birthday came and went without a show.

Care-Dallas Fundraiser Offers Dallas a Chance to Rappel Down Plaza of the Americas

By Simon PruittFebruary 28, 2025

Presented by CARE-Dallas and Over The Edge, the rappelling event will be a spectacle like no other to promote education and awareness about alcohol and substance abuse.

Rumor Has It: Neiman Marcus Flagship Might Stay Open; Saks Denies It

By Simon PruittFebruary 27, 2025

Thanks to a concerted effort by a number of Dallas leaders, the iconic downtown Neiman Marcus might remain open.

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This Week Only: Misti Norris Returns For Rainbow Cat Pop-Up

By Simon PruittFebruary 27, 2025

The James Beard-nominated chef will operate her Rainbow Cat pop-up inside Saint Valentine.

Velcrokid Offers Sweet Treats and Designer Toys From Vending Machines

By Simon PruittFebruary 25, 2025

The new Lewisville spot combines a Japanese-style vending machine cafe with an art gallery chic.

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Take a Break Fest Partners With Apple Music For ‘DJ Mix Series’

By Simon PruittFebruary 21, 2025

The North Texas house music brand released 10 full DJ mixes on streaming.

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Readers Said Parking Is Awful in Deep Ellum. We Checked.

By Simon Pruitt and OthersFebruary 20, 2025

There are great restaurants in Deep Ellum, but people stress about parking. We got a scouting report.

‘Art Of The Machine’ Celebrates Designs on New Narcan Vending Machines

By Simon PruittFebruary 20, 2025

With three nights in three months, “Art Of The Machine” will educate about Narcan use and honor the artwork on the machines.

After 100+ Years, Iconic Flagship Neiman Marcus Will Close in Downtown Dallas

After 100+ Years, Iconic Flagship Neiman Marcus Will Close in Downtown Dallas

By Simon PruittFebruary 18, 2025

The company announced a $100 million investment into the location at NorthPark Center.

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You Can Bid on the Contents of an Entire Dairy Queen Online

By Simon PruittFebruary 17, 2025

The contents of two dozen soon-to-close Dairy Queens are the subject of an online bidding war.

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Downtown Garland Celebrates Red Headed Stranger 50 Years After Willie’s Nelson Release

By Simon PruittFebruary 14, 2025

The two-day festivities include a live performance by Joshua Ray Walker and a screening of Nelson’s film of the same name.

Listen to These Dallas-Made Love Songs This Valentine’s Day

By Simon PruittFebruary 14, 2025

Some are cute. Some are raunchy. The best ones are somewhere in between.

Celebrate Tacos and Tequila at These Festivals Coming to North Texas

By Simon PruittFebruary 14, 2025

Irving and Fort Worth are set to host a series of taco festivals this year.

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Five North Texas Restaurants Make Yelp’s List of Top 100 Places to Eat 2025

By Simon PruittFebruary 13, 2025

Dallas, Plano and Carrollton were represented in the site’s 12th annual list.

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RoboDog: Are Robotic Dogs Man’s New Best Friend?

By Simon PruittFebruary 12, 2025

In a series of viral videos, Texans are seeing remote-controlled robot dogs at public parks and walking trails.

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Staycation Is Moving Out, But Only Three Minutes Away

By Simon PruittFebruary 10, 2025

Owner Nicole Gregory confirmed the move; her current space is set to be demolished for an apartment development.

Dallas Asian American Society Finds a New Home in the Cedars

By Simon PruittFebruary 10, 2025

The preservation nonprofit has found a permanent home at South Side at Lamar.

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In First Home Game Without Luka, the Mavericks Look to Start a New Era

By Simon PruittFebruary 8, 2025

Things are different now, but Anthony Davis gave us something to cheer. For a while, at least.

Photos From the AAC Luka Doncic Protest Before Saturday’s Mavericks Game

By Lauren Drewes Daniels and OthersFebruary 8, 2025

Mavericks fans were not happy before the team’s first game since the Luka trade.

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