A family member of mine is currently in the West Tower of Dallas County Jail. I just recently got in contact with him through Smart Communications and yesterday he sent me the information to set up the phone account so he could call me. I added money to the account, but I still haven’t received a call from them.
Has anyone had a family member in West Tower or been there themselves? I’m mostly wondering what the conditions are like and how often they actually get access to the phones. Is it normal to go a day or two without being able to call even when there’s money on the account?
I’m just worried about them and want to know that they are okay. Any insight from someone familiar with West Tower would be appreciated.

Looking for recommendations for apartments near downtown Dallas. Will be working right by AAC so anything within a 15 minute radius will work! Ideally would like to stay under $2500 for a 1 bedroom. Don’t necessarily have to be in uptown, and happy to be east of 75.

Thank you!

hello fellow dfw residents! I’ve been wanting to get a tattoo for a while and I always knew I wanted to get a tattoo of my cats paw print when she died, and she died last month :( I just wanted to know if anyone knew of a good artist around dfw who did good pet prints or just was reputable for this kind of thing in general. thanks in advance to anyone who has any recommendations :)

My family and I are considering a move to Dallas in the near future. For our first year or two while we figure out where to plan roots, we're looking for a 3 bedroom building in a walkable area (so far eyeing Knox Henderson, Uptown, Addison Circle (?)). We want a nice-ish building (ideally with a pool, in walking distance to parks + restaurants, and family friendly) and are looking to spend up to 6,000 a month. Any recommendations on where to look? Its been shockingly hard to find this info online so far. I've seen the ultra lux apartments like the Katy and the McKenzie which are out of our price range.

I have a history of low testosterone from a prolactin tumor. Symptoms are roaring back. Unfortunately going through my PCP at UTSW, the best they can do for me is an appointment in 6 months…. Any one have any recommendations for a more available doctor? I prefer someone with an MD/DO.

My friend was diagnosed with cervical cancer last year. She hasn’t gotten it treated bc she doesn’t have health insurance / finance reasons.

As well as feeling alone / not having anyone to help her through it emotionally. (We just recently became friends)

Does anyone know anyway to guide her in the right direction? But I am also relatively new to Texas myself. I just want to help her in anyway I can but I do not make much $ myself and struggle with health as well.

I think it has advanced since then bc she is starting to get pain. so she would need new scans etc.

Any advice would really help. I want to get her better.

Just put an offer in on a house located in Vickery place neighborhood. We are moving from out of state. Young family with 3 kids 5 and under. I’d like to think we did our research when picking a place. Would love to hear any local insight on the community/schools etc.. pros/cons? Anything helpful to know? Good ways to get myself and kids involved in the community? Best nursery schools? Traditional ballet studio for my 5yr old? Soccer recs for my 3 year old? Thanks in advance.

Most apartments in the area don’t have the best reviews & seem to have issues so I just want to know what would be the best option out of all of them. I’m on a budget & can’t afford the Uptown/West Village sadly.

Ones I have on my list so far (open to others): - West Love - Inwood Station - Kade - Archer Medical - Alma on Maple

I’m 24 and new to Dallas, and I’m looking to meet some new people! I really enjoy playing pickleball and I’m free on weekends, so I’d love to find some social games with people around my age.

I’ve heard about Cole Park. Is there a particular day/time that’s best for meeting people and finding casual games there?

Open to other spots too!

Would love to make some friends along the way :)

Currently living in Dallas for 18 months and lease is about to end - while I enjoy the physical place I live at, the management is AWFUL. I've been searching high and low for apartment complexes that are nice but don't break the bank and also don't have the absolute worst reviews online. I would prefer to stay in the Uptown, Knox Henderson area. Can anyone recommend a place that's actually worth the price and isn't a management nightmare? Open to 1 or 2 bedrooms - currently in 900 sqft for 2,000/month so looking for comparable.

I'll be visiting Dallas for the first time at the end of next month and I'll have around 5 days. I won't have a car, so I'm looking for recommendations that are accessible by public transport, Uber/Lyft, or places where it's realistic to get a ride to and from.
l'a really love to experience as much of the real/authentic Texas as possible rather than just doing the typical tourist attractions.
A few things I'd really love to do:
- See a proper rodeo - any recommendations on where to find a good one?
- Go horse riding for the first time, ideally somewhere with a proper Texas ranch/cowboy atmosphere.
- Learn to country dance/two-step - I've never done it before, but I'd absolutely love to take a lesson
- Visit some authentic Texas bars/honky-tonks
- Try proper Texas BBQ, ribs, brisket, steaks, etc. What are the absolute must-try foods, and where are the best places around Dallas/Plano to try them?
- Buy some authentic cowboy boots and a proper cowboy hat. Where would you recommend for good-quality, genuinely authentic ones?
- See/do anything else that you think is "you can't come to Texas without doing this."
If you only had 5 days around Dallas/Plano for your first visit to Texas, what would you recommend?
Thanks so much!

Looking for gated/covered garage and interior walk way (so the entire building requiring a key) around $1500.

Hello,

Family and I are moving to Aubrey at the beginning of next month. We are purchasing a home in the Sandbrock Ranch subdivision. I would like to get some info on the neighborhood. I’m sure there are good parts and bad parts. Just want to get a feel for the community.

Thanks.

Hello, I will be in Texas for my internship and currently serving overseas and have to find an apartment to live in. I landed on forest lane at lake highlands. Any safety tips? Is it a safe-ish area or not.

anyone know any tcg shops in near Irving/dfw that buys Japanese pokemon cards?

My husband and I are moving to the North Dallas area next summer and will be living in or around the Plano area. I’ve started browsing school districts as I think about where I want to apply. I have five years of teaching experience (three in kindergarten and two and 2nd) and I’m coming from a medium-sized suburban district in the Midwest. My school’s neighborhood is very affluent and has high parent involvement and the district has high teacher demands. Would love any suggestions, recommendations, or insights into districts in Dallas. I’ve never even visited Dallas, so I have no idea what to expect.

New to the area and in need of a hairstylist! It’d be nice if they specialize in short hair/bobs. Open to all recs though as long as they are good! Willing to drive but am located Lakewood area. Thanks!

The Hudson - Current Experiences?

I’m looking for a new apartment after my current place in McKinney has gone way downhill this year. Police here regularly, gunshots, the forensic van was on site today, and the property manager makes up lies to keep from addressing resident issues.

I toured the Hudson on Saturday and it looked decent - hallways weren’t filled with valet trash bins like my current spot, and grass wasn’t littered with dog poop.

Reading recent reviews though, and ignoring all the 5-stars from people who just went on a tour, shit looks *bad*. What are y’all’s current experiences there?

I am looking for a restaurant that has nice ambience and good food but no fixed menu.

I'm new to...the area and trying to learn the local customs, lol.

If you were going to ask "What's the best Chinese restaurant in ____?", would you say "DFW" or "the DFW"? Or other?

And does context matter? Like, Reddit vs IRL?

To me, DFW is the airport and the DFW is the metroplex. But wtf do I know.

I want to start getting regular facials because Iv recently noticed some fine forehead wrinkles. Im also interested in starting micro needling. TYIA!

Hi everyone! We have been looking for months for a venue that can fit our overall budget (7k) and leave enough room for everything else, it's been difficult.

We have considered community chapels but we nor our families are religious.

State parks/public parks are okay but we would like the reception to go on atleast until 11:30pm.

Our guest count is 60 people and we're hoping for Nov. 13th, 2027. We know its a peak time and that adds extra. We don't mind DIY and we are open to all-inclusive if they fall under 7k.

Does anyone have any recommendations for venues?

My girlfriend is visiting Dallas, and we’re thinking about going to It’ll Do to see Obskür this Friday. Does it usually get really packed for shows like this? We mainly want to be able to dance comfortably would you recommend it, or does it get too crowded?

What are the pros and cons living at The Renaissance at Preston Hollow? do they still have construction issue? Is it true walls are very thin no privacy between the apartments? Single man here moving to Dallas from out of state