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The State Fair of Texas has unveiled its exciting lineup of free music performances featuring over a hundred musical artists for this year’s fair.

From country to R&B, Norteño to electro-pop, music lovers can enjoy live performances across the fairgrounds during all 24 days of the 2024 State Fair of Texas.

The performances are included with the purchase of a State Fair of Texas admission ticket.

One of the main attractions will be the Chevrolet Main Stage, an outdoor venue boasting a festival-type atmosphere with a massive stage and experience.

Situated next to the Craft Pavilion near the Hall of State, this stage will feature headlining acts as well as regional performers.

“We’re excited to announce our free-with-admission live music lineup for the 2024 State Fair of Texas, including the Chevrolet Main Stage schedule that will feature more than 25 incredible headliners—our largest top-talent lineup ever,” said Jason Hays, Senior Vice President of Brand Experience.

Additionally, an ADA-compliant area will be available for guests needing special assistance.

But the music doesn’t stop there.

The Bud Light Stage, located near Cotton Bowl Stadium, will showcase local and regional talent throughout the fair.

The stage offers a backdrop of fried food favorites for concertgoers.

For those seeking a more laid-back atmosphere, the Yuengling Flight Stage, situated outside the GO TEXAN Pavilion, will host a Friday night comedy series titled “Deep Fried Comedy.”

The stage will also host live music performances where guests can unwind with a glass of wine or beer.

The fair boasts a lineup featuring many notable artists.

“The excitement is palpable as we prepare to welcome an extraordinary array of talent across all our stages that promises to create unforgettable moments for fairgoers. This year’s State Fair is shaping up to be the most vibrant and entertaining yet, and we can’t wait to share these experiences with everyone at the Most Texan Place on Earth,” Hays added.

Fair attendees can expect a Texas-sized musical festival experience that will surely leave them tapping their toes and dancing in their cowboy boots.

The 2024 State Fair of Texas, themed “24 Days of Fun,” runs from Friday, September 27, through Sunday, October 20.

Season passes are currently available for purchase at BigTex.com/Tickets, and more information on ticketing for the fair will be provided as Opening Day approaches.

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DeSoto continues to experience an increased economic trend as more and more businesses flock to the city, most recently Sunshine Pediatric Day Center, who broke ground on their new facility.

With a host of centers across North Texas, Sunshine Pediatric Day Center is set to begin construction on its newest location in DeSoto.

SPDC is a special needs childcare center that aims to provide comprehensive care for children with individualized medical needs, focusing on their medical, developmental, physical, nutritional, and social requirements.

The new center will be located at 1049 E Belt Line Road.

The center will accommodate up to 60 children requiring intermittent or long-term skilled nursing care.

The center will also generate employment opportunities within the community and is expected to create between 30 and 35 jobs.

These positions include physicians, registered nurses, therapists, and transportation staff, with an average wage of $35 per hour.

The new 7,400-square-foot building, valued at $3.6 million, is projected to contribute approximately $25,000 annually in tax revenue.

The construction of the new center, which has a total investment of $3.8 million, helps address the healthcare needs of DeSoto’s pediatric population.

The center will primarily be funded through Medicaid reimbursement, looking to ensure accessibility for families requiring its services.

SPDC is also looking to be an active community partner and plans to engage with the local community through hosting events and collaborating with local businesses and governmental agencies.

This development is part of DeSoto’s ongoing economic growth, contributing to both the healthcare infrastructure and the local economy.

The new facility represents an effort to enhance the well-being of the community and provide essential services to its youngest members.

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The DeSoto Police Department has released its call volume report for the week of May 19-25, documenting a total of 2,308 calls.

This data provides insight into the department’s active engagement with the community and its response to various incidents.

There were 807 incidents, the majority of which were neighborhood patrol calls.

These patrols are a critical component of the department’s strategy to maintain a visible police presence and deter criminal activity within residential areas.

Following neighborhood patrols, directed patrols were the second most common type of call, with 662 instances.

Directed patrols are specific assignments focused on particular areas or issues based on current crime trends and community concerns.

Business calls also formed a significant portion of the total, with 279 calls recorded.

These calls often involve responding to alarms, checking on the security of businesses, and addressing any incidents that may occur within commercial properties.

Animal-related calls accounted for 65 incidents, as the department also deals with calls addressing concerns related to pets and wildlife within the community.

Suspicious activity was reported 49 times, highlighting the community’s vigilance and the police department’s response to potential threats or unusual behavior.

Traffic-related calls, which include accidents, traffic violations, and other roadway concerns, amounted to 278 incidents.

Meanwhile, the DeSoto Fire Department responded to 250 emergency calls for service during the same week.

Of these, 181 involved medical calls, and 69 were fire/rescue calls.

The fire-related incidents included 6 major vehicle accidents, 1 structure fire, 1 vehicle fire, and 14 fire alarms.

Additionally, 80 of the 181 medical calls required additional assistance or manpower from a fire engine.

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FORT WORTH – Simone Biles, widely celebrated as the greatest gymnast of all time, has added another remarkable achievement to her storied career by clinching her ninth all-around title at the U.S. Gymnastics Championships.

The event, held in Fort Worth, Texas, saw Biles deliver an outstanding performance, finishing with a total score of 119.750 on Sunday.

Biles, who boasts 37 world and Olympic medals, began her competition with a steady performance on the balance beam, earning a score of 14.800, matching her Day 1 result.

She continued to impress with a stunning floor exercise routine that earned her a score of 15.100, significantly widening her lead by five points.

The vault presented a rare challenge for Biles, as she fell on her first attempt at the Yurchenko double pike.

However, she recovered on her second try, scoring 15.000 despite the one-point deduction for her fall. This was her first fall of the 2024 season, yet she managed to extend her lead.

Biles completed her competition with a score of 14.400 on the uneven bars, securing not only the all-around title but also gold medals in each individual event.

Her commanding performances over the two days of the championship reaffirmed her legendary status in gymnastics.

Biles had entered the final day with a 3.4-point lead, having set the pace with an all-around score of 60.450 on Day 1.

This marked her first time surpassing the 60.000-point threshold since the 2021 Olympic trials.

Her consistent excellence throughout the competition left no doubt about her victory.

Skye Blakely placed second with an all-around score of 113.850.

Kayla DiCello claimed third place with a score of 110.800, narrowly edging out reigning Olympic all-around champion Suni Lee, who finished with 110.650.

Biles continues to solidify her legacy as a dominant force in the sport, continuing to inspire athletes and fans around the world.

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