Now that lower temperatures have blown into town, head to the Dallas Arboretum for a seasonal blast: Chihuly Nights and Autumn at the Arboretum.
Photo by Rod Lindley
Editor's note: School's back in session, and this week's top Dallas news puts four local high schools at the top of the class. Plus, the State Fair of Texas is gearing up for its big 2026 return. Read on for our most popular stories, then plan your weekend via this guide.
1. 4 Dallas high schools declared America's best for 2026 by U.S. News. The School for the Talented and Gifted is standing tall as one of the 10 best high schools in America, according to U.S. News and World Report. Three more DISD schools join it in the top 50 nationwide.
2. State Fair of Texas reveals 4 winners of 2026 Big Tex Choice Awards. After a lengthy session on August 18 involving about 30 celebrity judges — including one from CultureMap — the State Fair of Texas has officially unveiled the winners of its 22nd annual Big Tex Choice Awards.
Fletcher's Chocolate Corny Dog. Photo courtesy of State Fair of Texas
3. This hot Dallas suburb is No. 1 real estate market in America for 2026. When it comes to real estate, it doesn't get hotter than North Texas. Two popular Dallas neighbors rank Nos. 1 and 2 on a list of the best real estate markets in the U.S. for 2026, with two more Dallas suburbs in the top 10.
4. Dubai tea chain Filli Cafe steams into Carrollton for Dallas debut. An international tea house chain from Dubai has made its Dallas debut. Called Filli Cafe, it just opened softly in Carrollton at 1205 W. Trinity Mills Rd. #101.
5. State Fair of Texas lowers ticket prices and adds discounts for 2026. It will be cheaper to get into the State Fair of Texas this year. Admission and parking prices are being lowered for 2026, and kids will be able to get in for $10 every day, organizers have announced.
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