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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
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
State Fair of Texas
Events
State Fair of Texas 2024: What to know before you go
Bookmark this guide to tickets, parking, food, music, and attractions at the State Fair of Texas.
September 6, 2024
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State Fair of Texas
City
State Fair of Texas: Know before you go
Bookmark this guide to tickets, concerts, food, and attractions at the State Fair of Texas.
September 6, 2024
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Kate Mazade
A photo of the Garland Gaggle board inside of State & Main.
Culture
Garland Gaggle geese are running a gander
The Garland Gaggle is an up-and-coming Instagram page showcasing a grandmother’s toy geese that have been popularized by the community.
September 4, 2024
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Maiya Turner
A family and their dog enjoying a pizza on a sunny day at Garland Square.
City
Discover this hidden gem: Downtown Garland
From Saturday markets to live music at the Intrinsic Brewery, there’s so much to do in Downtown Garland.
September 4, 2024
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Maiya Turner
An art installation depicting giant potted plants at the Dallas Arboretum. The plants are bright green; there's also a pink and orange flower with a fake bee pollinating the piece.
Events
Phones off. It’s time to enjoy Labor Day with these events
Spend your Labor Day weekend at one of these events in Dallas.
August 30, 2024
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Maiya Turner
Beeman hotel private seating area with purple lighting
Events
Beeman Hotel hosts smooth introduction whiskey dinner with Herman + Marshall Distillery
Herman + Marshall Whiskey brought excitement to the taste buds of those who got to experience Thursday night’s tasting.
August 23, 2024
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Maiya Turner
Winner Justin Martinez poses with gold Big Texas award in a yellow shirt.
City
Winners of the 2024 Big Tex Choice Awards revealed
Finalists took home top bragging rights at this year’s Big Tex Choice Awards.
August 23, 2024
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Maiya Turner
Dallas Skyline in the dark
City
Nightcaps in Dallas
Before you close your eyes and get ready for the new week, check out these Dallas nightcaps.
August 21, 2024
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Maiya Turner
Women with jean skirt, red boots, and shopping bags in her hand outside of the Dolly on Bishop establishment.
Pop some tags at these vintage and resale shops in Dallas
Here’s the deal — the resale and vintage shopping scene is stellar in the Metroplex. Here are 12 markets and shops to stop by on your secondhand journey.
August 21, 2024
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Maiya Turner
Aerial view of the Dallas skyline
Live
Made in Dallas: 15 things created in the Big D
From brands to bands, Dallas’ business scene is truly inspired.
August 19, 2024
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Maiya Turner
A picture of a margarita on the rocks with a red tajin rim at Majestic Henry's.
City
Dallas Happy hours that will have you wishing for a heatwave
You can save some cash when the thermometer peaks with these six summertime specials celebrating Dallas’s hot weather.
August 13, 2024
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Maiya Turner
An aerial picture of the Dallas Skyline for the city's GeO Deck.
Travel and Outdoors
Remembering Dallas’s hottest day on record
Dallas’s hottest day on record was Aug. 18, 1909, when the Metroplex hit 115°.
August 12, 2024
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Maiya Turner
Slime green back word with "dallas" in black lowercase letters.
Culture
Dallas, It’s officially a “brat summer”
You probably have a lot of questions, but don’t worry you’ll have a “brat summer” in no time.
August 6, 2024
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Maiya Turner
Red lighting with 1920s wallpaper with an old newspaper in a frame.
City
Red lights and memories: Welcome to Twilite Lounge
Deep Ellum’s Twilite Lounge opened in 2012, and since has become a dive bar destination for drinks, karaoke, and good music.
August 2, 2024
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Maiya Turner
Deep Ellum historic neon sign that lights up the day pictured during the day.
History
Deep Ellum’s blues and jazz history
The neighborhood’s rich history in blues and jazz has made it one of Dallas’ historic treasures.
August 2, 2024
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Maiya Turner
A picture of a lime green house with white trim with red lettering on the top "SPACE COWBOY"
Retail
Instead of going to the moon, go to Dallas’s new decor and gift shop Space Cowboy
From funky ceramics to colorful decor items, Space Cowboy has all your needs to upgrade your home decor or surprise a friend with a out of this world gift.
July 31, 2024
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Maiya Turner
Pictured is the historic Texas Theatre nestled in between other small local shops.
Culture
Did you know these movies and TV shows were filmed in Dallas?
Whether you’re a Dallas film buff or a lover of the city, you may be shocked to know some of these movies and TV shows were filmed right here in the Big D.
July 31, 2024
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Maiya Turner
Picture of Blue Corn Butterscotch Pancakes from local Dallas restaurant Encino.
Food
Four Dallas brands are finalists for H-E-B’s Quest for Texas Best
H-E-B is on the hunt for the best Texas-made products in its 11th annual Quest for Texas Best competition. Four Dallas local brands have made the cut as finailists.
July 29, 2024
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Maiya Turner
Parents line up for a back-to-school event.
City
Back to school resources in Dallas
It’s almost that time to send your stellar student back to school. Here’s a guide of resources to prepare for the best school year.
July 29, 2024
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Maiya Turner
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Food
The 411 on DFW Restaurant Week
Enjoy this mouthwatering annual event as you explore the food scene while making a change during DFW Restaurant Week.
July 25, 2024
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Maiya Turner
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Events
Searching for the one: Mature speed dating events in Dallas
There are a lot of Dallasites interested in finding the one — whether you’re single and ready to mingle or are looking out for an eligible friend, check out our list of mature speed dating groups below.
July 23, 2024
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Maiya Turner
Outside of the Dallas Museum of Art's west wing with red painted steel sculpture "Ave" by Mark Di Suvero.
City
12+ activities for retired locals in Dallas
If you’re recently retired and looking for things to do, here’s our guide to activities for older adults in Dallas, Texas.
July 23, 2024
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Maiya Turner
A lime green house with a cursive blue sign that reads "Swirled Peace: Premium Soft Serve".
Food
A new vegan frozen yogurt shop opens in Bishop Arts
We still can’t believe that this is a vegan frozen yogurt shop. Yes, it’s THAT good.
July 19, 2024
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Maiya Turner
A picture of Dallas' The Dive In pool with red and white striped cabanas
Dip your feet into a Dallas pool this summer
With the heat being hard to beat, chill off at one of the many Dallas pools offered in the metroplex.
July 19, 2024
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Maiya Turner
A picture of guests sitting at the bar at KNife Steakhouse as chefs cook
Tourism and Hospitality
Dallas Michelin Guide meets AI: Who will be featured according to ChatGPT?
Now that we know a Dallas Michelin Guide is on its way, ChatGPT shared with DALtoday what restaurants it thinks should be featured. Do you agree with its choices?
July 17, 2024
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Maiya Turner
Spinster Records employees are seen helping customers and setting up for an event.
Culture
Listen Up: The best record stores in Dallas
Drop the needle and groove to our “playlist” of the best record stores in Dallas.
July 17, 2024
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Maiya Turner
Roller derby athlete photographed balancing themselves on one hand while wearing in-line skates.
Sports
Dallas has a roller derby league playing near you
Skating expeditiously through the challenges of the roller derby world, the Dallas Devils helped pioneer roller derby leagues to Texas.
July 15, 2024
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Maiya Turner
A picture of shops in Bishop Arts
History
Celebrate Bastille Day in Bishop Arts
Bishop Arts has come together each July to celebrate Bastille Day for more than a decade. Here is what to expect and the history behind Bastille Day in Bishop Arts.
July 11, 2024
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Maiya Turner
Customers lining up outside of Fletcher's food trailer.
Food
Food Truck Round-Up: Serving up the best food trucks in Dallas
Have you gotten a chance to try these food trucks in Dallas yet?
July 11, 2024
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Maiya Turner
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