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Grand Prairie is transforming its downtown for future development

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Downtown Grand Prairie is about to undergo a major transformation. The city is investing in a series of improvements that will bring new amenities, enhance walkability, and modernize infrastructure while preserving the historic charm of downtown.

These upgrades will roll out gradually, with various projects scheduled from 2025 through 2028.

Here’s what’s coming:

West of City Hall on Main Street
Site preparation at the former Calvary Church will begin in November 2025 and continue through July 2027. This work will clear the way for future development along Main Street, new businesses, public spaces, or potential mixed-use development.

City Hall Green Space (South of City Hall)
A new performance stage will be constructed starting in November 2025, creating a space for outdoor concerts and community events. The city will also reinstall the historic Liberty Bell with a new plaque and add shade structures to make the space more comfortable and inviting for year-round use.

Main Street (from NW 6th Street to NE 5th Street)
One of the most impactful changes will come to Main Street, where construction will begin in winter 2026 and continue through spring 2028. The project includes utility relocation, full reconstruction of the roadway, and significant pedestrian improvements. The street will be reduced to two lanes, one eastbound and one westbound, and sidewalks will be widened to create a safer, more walkable environment.

Jefferson Street (State Highway 161 to Cimmaron Trail)
Starting in spring 2026, a portion of Jefferson Street will be reconstructed, improving traffic flow and long-term durability. Construction is expected to be completed by summer 2027.

Jefferson and Main Street Roundabout
To reroute heavy truck traffic away from the downtown core, a new roundabout will be built east of downtown where Jefferson and Main Street meet. A centerpiece of this roundabout will be a large public art installation. Construction begins in spring 2026 with a scheduled completion in summer 2027.

These updates reflect Grand Prairie’s commitment to revitalizing its downtown area with community-oriented planning.

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Posh new club from LA plans to pamper pups near Dallas Love Field

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The Wags Club, a canine boarding company from Los Angeles, is preparing for a Dallas debut.

Dallas’ latest luxury hotel boasts five-star service with staffers meeting guests’ every need at any hour. And it’s for the dogs. Literally. The Wags Club, a canine boarding company from Los Angeles, makes its Dallas debut Saturday, November 14 at 1740 Empire Central near Love Field airport.

Everyone working at Wags is trained in dog behavior, pet first aid, and, of course, hospitality.

“The Wags Club takes its cues from five-star hotels, bringing a level of hospitality unmatched in the dog boarding industry,” co-founder/CEO Abi De Silva says in a press release.

Dogs' days are cage-free, with temperament-matched playgroups and private play for dogs who prefer their own company. Overnight guests stay in one of 100 private suites, with staff on site all night.

De Silva says her family's dogs Noorie and Maya inspired the concept.

“We envisioned a resort where we could entrust them completely, a place where exceptional care meets thoughtful hospitality and every dog can vacation in style,” she says in the release.

For 15 years, The Wags Club in West Los Angeles has honored that promise, she says. The canine club's almost-400 Google reviews average 4.7 out of five stars. The owners plan to be as popular in Dallas by pairing "unparalleled amenities with a passionate team chosen for their expertise."

Dogs and owners will be able to tour the facility at the grand opening, an event for which Wags is rolling out a red carpet — again, literally. From 9 am-5 pm, dogs and their owners should arrive in style and pose for paparazzi-esque photos.

“Bow ties, tutus, tiaras, and matching dog-and-owner looks are encouraged,” the release says. “A professional photographer will capture every red-carpet arrival, and staff will lead tours of the private suites, play areas, and outdoor yards all day.”

The cuddly customers' photos are shot almost daily and shared, which their parents enjoy, if the LA Wags Club's Facebook page is any indication.

The Wags Club also will partner with Dallas-area rescue organizations, they say, and will offer special rates for dogs in foster care, "giving dogs awaiting their forever homes socialization, exercise, and expert care," says the release.

And for such luxe amenities, the prices are average, based on data from Dognition.

Wags day care runs $25-$40 a day, and boarding for one dog is $60 per night. Two dogs board for $55 per dog per night. Grooming services are also available.

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