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Maiya Turner

City Editor, DALtoday

Since relocating to Dallas, Maiya has ignited the city with her passion for storytelling. Formerly a hard news Content Creator at KCEN-6 News in Temple, TX, she worked as a Digital Content Producer/Reporter at Nexstar’s KDAF-CW33 before moving her talents to 6AM City. A devoted vinyl collector, Maiya’s love for music adds another dimension to her vibrant persona.

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Culture
DALtoday’s 2024 holiday gift guide: 90+ gifts for everyone on your list
Including gifts for neighbors, foodies, significant others, homebodies, students, and gifts under $20.
November 12, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
Five ice cream cones and lots of sprinkles.

What ice cream flavor best embodies Dallas?
Our city is home to so many distinct flavors and regional fruits and veggies. Which would you use to make Dallas into its very own flavor of ice cream?
October 25, 2024
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Maiya Turner
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History
Deep in the heart of Texas — the history of the Texas flag
Most Texas have the utmost state pride but don’t really know a lot about its flag and what it represents.
October 25, 2024
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Maiya Turner
A picture of La Reunion inside with people enjoying the shop.
City
The best places to be the main character in Dallas
Experience these places in Dallas that will make you appeciate alone time more.
October 23, 2024
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Maiya Turner
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Food
Dallas restaurants we wish would come back
DALtoday co-editors and readers share which local restaurants + meals they miss the most — do you remember any of these greats?
October 23, 2024
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Maiya Turner
A photo of an alter with a skull and candles.
City
Celebrate Día de los Muertos with the city
The 5th Annual Dallas Dia de los Muertos Parade and Festival will take place at Dallas City Hall.
October 21, 2024
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Maiya Turner
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Community Spotlight: A open lens look into Justin Hoard
We got the chance to learn more about the Dallas photographer and creative, Justin Hoard.
October 21, 2024
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Maiya Turner
Denton County Courthouse is lit up with orange and purple lights for the month of October.
City
Haunted Houses for Dallas’ true thrill-seekers
Grab your ghouls and dive into this spooky list of haunted houses near Dallas.
October 18, 2024
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Maiya Turner
A picture of the Over Under Sports Bar filled with sports patrons.
Sports
4 sports bars to catch the big game
With basketball season in full effect next week, it’s the perfect time to put these on your radar.
October 16, 2024
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Maiya Turner
Dallas Mavericks player jumps for a slam dunk
Sports
A preview of the upcoming season for the Dallas Mavericks
The new Dallas Mavericks season starts next week and we have all the details.
October 16, 2024
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Maiya Turner
The front of the SPAN: Meal on Wheels Denton facility
From Meals to Meows: How Meals on Wheels Denton is caring for seniors and their furry companions
Meals on Wheels Denton has been a resource for the elderly since 1978.
October 15, 2024
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Maiya Turner
Two dogs enjoy NorthBark dog Park in Dallas.
Fall 2024 weather trends in Dallas, TX
Prepare for fall weather in Dallas with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
October 15, 2024
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Maiya Turner
Old Union Depot Station in 1902
History
When was Dallas founded?
Living in Dallas, have you ever stopped and wondered how this awesome city came to be?
October 11, 2024
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Maiya Turner
Dallas artist RAVS in yellow two-piece suit and black top
From local talent to the TV screen: An interview with local artist RAVS
We got the chance to sit down with the local singer RAVS and learn about her experience on “The Voice”.
October 11, 2024
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Maiya Turner
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Festivals
State Fair of Texas do’s and don’ts
Navigating your first state fair? Or maybe you’re trying to not make the same mistakes from last year — regardless, we’ve got you covered.
October 10, 2024
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Adriana Christian
A skeleton sitting down enjoying coffee at Denton's Two Gentleman of Verona gelato shop.
City
Spooky delights await you during 31 Days of Denton Halloween
From ghost tours to spooky telephone booths that hold the secrets of a scavenger hunt around The Square, there’s so many activities featured during the month of October.
October 7, 2024
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Maiya Turner
A 2005 sculpture by artist Miley Frost, on the campus of Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas
Sports
SMU among colleges selected to host NCAA events
Over 240 host sites will be home to the preliminary and final rounds for predetermined championships across Divisions I, II, and III, primarily for the NCAA 2026-27 and 2027-28 seasons.
October 3, 2024
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Maiya Turner
Seven-year-old Allen Gage rolling out dough with his grandma
City
A slice of victory: An interview with the State Fair of Texas’ youngest winner
First grader Allen Gage’s blueberry pie wowed State Fair of Texas judges so much that he won first place in Dalla’s Fair Park
October 3, 2024
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Maiya Turner
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Events
State Fair of Texas dos and don’ts
Navigating your first state fair or trying to avoid the same mistakes from last year? We’ve got you covered.
September 26, 2024
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Laura Figi
A set hall filled with a mountain backdrop at Trilogy Studios.
City
Texas is the new Hollywood: Check out these 4 film studios in Texas
Move over, LA — these film studios are calling the Lone Star State home.
September 25, 2024
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Maiya Turner
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State Fair of Texas Do’s and Don’ts
Navigating your first state fair? Or maybe you’re trying to not make the same mistakes from last year — regardless, we’ve got you covered.
September 25, 2024
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Maiya Turner
A billboard with a waterfall in the middle.
City
What’s the deal with that waterfall billboard?
The popular billboard has been a Dallas highlight for over 50 years. But what’s the history behind it?
September 24, 2024
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Maiya Turner
The front of Simply South in Irving.
Food
DFW’s Simply South lands a spot on America’s Best Restaurants list
Simply South’s vegetarian cuisine of India has landed itself on the NY Times’ most exclusive food list.
September 24, 2024
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Maiya Turner
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Elections
It’s voter registration time — Here’s how.
The polls open for early voting starting Oct. 17, here’s more information on voter registration and how to participate in the November General Election.
September 16, 2024
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Maiya Turner
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Culture
WFAA celebrates 75 years of reporting essential Dallas news
The station has prided itself on reporting fast and accurate news to the metroplex for decades.
September 16, 2024
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Maiya Turner
Fountain Place Tower with a dramatic yellow and orange sunset in the background.
City
From the lens of a photographer — Best places for photography in Dallas
What are the best places for photoshoots? We asked local Dallas photographers for their input.
September 13, 2024
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Maiya Turner
Photographer D'Marcus McDowell pictured in a yellow jersey and khaki pants.
Culture
Community Spotlight: A snapshot look at Dallas photographer D’Marcus McDowell
Get to know the Dallas, Texas-based photographer D’Marcaus McDowell and his inspirations behind his photography.
September 13, 2024
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Maiya Turner
Storefront that reads, "GARLAND CAMERA: Repair and Photography Imaging since 1962"
A “flashback” look at Garland Camera
As nostalgia meets the digital age, Garland Camera continues to stand tall as one of the very few camera stores that exists in the nation.
September 11, 2024
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Maiya Turner
A picture of juice cleansers and a purple acai bowl.
Food
Renew your temple with these juice bars in Dallas
Sometimes, we all need a pick-me-up to detox and feel good. Try one of these juice bars in Dallas.
September 10, 2024
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Maiya Turner
People enjoying yoga in a grassy field in the park.
Culture
4 mental health day activities in Dallas
Feeling stressed, burned out, or anxious at work? Consider taking a mental health day.
September 10, 2024
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Maiya Turner
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