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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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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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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
Activities for older adults in Dallas
These programs and events are for older adults in Dallas with adventure in mind!
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
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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
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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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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
The picture shows the home field of the Texas Rangers in Globe Life Field.
Sports
What you need to know for MLB All-Star Week in Arlington
Here is everything you need to know if you are planning on attending this historic MLB All-Star Week.
July 9, 2024
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Retail
Our list of the best barbershops, hair, and nail salons in Dallas
Looking for the best hair and nail salons in Dallas? We’ve got you covered.
July 9, 2024
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Maiya Turner
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Play
The ultimate guide to sports teams in Dallas
From the Dallas Mavericks to the Texas Rangers, we’re sharing all details of Dallas’ sports teams.
July 5, 2024
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Maiya Turner
Janet Jackson in an all-black outfit during Number Ones Tour.
Tourism and Hospitality
Don’t miss these summer concerts in Dallas
Dallas will be filled with summer concert nights all through the months of July and August. Don’t miss out.
July 2, 2024
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Maiya Turner
The colorful Olympic rings stand outside the tan and brown exterior of Place de l'Hotel-de-Ville in Paris, France.
Sports
From North Texas to Paris: These Olympians with ties to Dallas will be competing in the Paris 2024 Olympics
The City of Dallas will be represented well at Paris 2024 Summer Olympics —Proving once again the metroplex is not to be messed with.
July 2, 2024
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Multicolored fireworks at night.
Tourism and Hospitality
Stars, stripes, and Dallas: Attend these Fourth of July events
Dallas is hosting the ultimate independence celebration — add these Fourth of July events to your calendar.
June 27, 2024
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Maiya Turner
The photo shows a JSX Embraer aircraft taking off from Dallas Love Field
Airports and Transportation
Dallas-based air carrier JSX extends seasonal routes from Dallas to New Mexico
Your summer plans are here — who’s ready for a trip to New Mexico?
June 21, 2024
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Maiya Turner
People enjoying lunch at Katy Trail Park
Tourism and Hospitality
We made a Dallas summer bucket list just for you
Still trying to get your plans in order for the summer? Don’t worry, we created a bucket list of the top places and things to do in Dallas this summer.
June 21, 2024
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A giraffe at the Dallas Zoo
Parks and Recreation
New parking garage coming to the Dallas Zoo
The four-story parking garage is expected to open summer 2025.
June 18, 2024
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Maiya Turner
A waiter is taking orders at the Taste Community Restaurant in a somewhat crowded dining room with customers.
City
Positive ways to make a change in Dallas
This summer, find ways to make a difference in your community.
June 18, 2024
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Food
Check out these Dallas restaurants for Father’s Day
Father’s Day is June 16 — treat the dad in your life to more than a necktie.
June 13, 2024
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Events
An exclusive interview: B. Simone comes home for first-ever headlining show
The comedian talked with DALtoday about headlining her first-ever show right here in her hometown.
June 13, 2024
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City
Tower Club Dallas gives local artists a platform with rotating art installation
The Dallas social club hopes the new art installation will bridge the gap between art and community.
June 12, 2024
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City
Say goodbye to these North Texas theaters
These North Texas Theaters are closing for good — let’s take a walk down memory lane.
June 7, 2024
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Maiya Turner
A white building with a black awning and a fox logo that says Foxtrot
City
Foxtrot could be back in business
The beloved coffee shop is making a possible comeback to the metroplex.
June 7, 2024
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City
Let us help: Different resources amidst Dallas storm aftermath
500,000 Dallasites are still without power — here are some resources to keep in mind.
May 29, 2024
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