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James W.

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Born and raised in Oak Cliff. Know this city inside and out.

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Catholic schools are the value play. $8,000/year for small classes and strong academics. Not just for Catholic families either.

5 points

As a neutral, I hope the rules are enforced fairly. If Everton gets docked points for a minor breach and City walks free from 115 charges, the system is a joke.

18 points

Wednesday open mics at DCC are free therapy. Whether you're performing or watching, you leave feeling better.

6 points

The M Streets GroupMe has been amazing for real-time alerts. We had a suspicious person reported and identified within 15 minutes.

25 points

DART from Plano to downtown is 35 minutes door to door. I read, I nap, I don't deal with traffic. Can't go back to driving.

6 points

Parkland pharmacy prices are insanely cheap even at full price. My prescription that costs $180 at CVS is $35 at Parkland.

14 points

Red Cross volunteer here. We are accepting donations at the rec center until 8 PM tonight.

28 points

The optimal setup of CU for savings/loans + big bank for checking is exactly what I do. Best of both worlds.

12 points

Waze toll avoidance is clutch. It adds maybe 5-10 minutes but saves $5-10 per trip.

13 points

Google Maps is already showing it red. Took Harry Hines instead, added 20 minutes but at least moving.

4 points

DFW Smash community is active and welcoming. Weekly locals at various venues. If you play Smash competitively, there's a scene here.

17 points

Real Plano code enforcement drives marked city vehicles and will give you a case number you can verify at cityofplano.com.

24 points

Dashcam recommendation is serious. Got rear-ended on 75 near Mockingbird, other driver lied to insurance. Dashcam footage ended the claim in my favor in 24 hours.

39 points

The no state income tax on capital gains is a massive wealth-building advantage. If you're selling stocks or real estate in Texas, you keep more of the gain.

1 point

Real Plano code enforcement drives marked city vehicles and will give you a case number you can verify at cityofplano.com.

9 points

Happened to us in Plano. Amazon was actually helpful when we reported it. They traced it to a third-party seller who got banned.

15 points

Adding to this: the Dallas County law library has free divorce packet templates. 600 Commerce St, 2nd floor. The librarians will walk you through the forms.

8 points

Got my dashcam after someone brake-checked me on 30 near Arlington. $80 investment that provides evidence and peace of mind.

7 points

If you're self-employed in DFW, healthcare.gov marketplace plans are your best option. Filter by network — make sure your preferred hospital system is included.

15 points

Oliveira submitting Tsarukyan in round 1 got completely overshadowed by everything else on that card. That was a massive upset.

5 points

Hard agree. Some venues need to stay a little rough. That's where the soul lives.

6 points

Real estate photography in DFW is booming. Agents need photos for every listing. $200/shoot, 3 shoots on a Saturday = $600. All you need is a camera and a wide-angle lens.

22 points

College student tutors from UTD are the best value. My daughter's UTD tutor charges $25/hr for AP Physics and actually makes it understandable.

14 points

Plano ISD gets overlooked because it's "old suburbs" but Plano West and Plano Senior are still top-tier. And the homes are $100K cheaper than Frisco.

11 points

DORBA does incredible volunteer trail maintenance. They built and maintain most of the DFW mountain bike trails. Support them with membership.

23 points
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