It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting Reunion Tower in Dallas, TX gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Dallas, TX is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Klyde Warren Park in Dallas, TX with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local Dragonfly or visit Pioneer Plaza, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Dallas, TX, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Dallas, TX understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Dallas, TX 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
Cole Caufield and Alex Newhook scored two goals each as the Montreal Canadiens beat the Dallas Stars 5-2 on Thursday night.Jakub Dobes made 17 saves in his first win since opening night as the Canadiens won their fourth consecutive game, all in Central Division rinks. Phillip Danault had an empty-net goal and an assist.Wyatt Johnston had a goal and an assist, and Jamie Benn also scored for the Stars, who had won five straight before Tuesday’s 5-1 home loss to New Jersey. Jake Oettinger, who went into play third in the NHL...
Cole Caufield and Alex Newhook scored two goals each as the Montreal Canadiens beat the Dallas Stars 5-2 on Thursday night.
Jakub Dobes made 17 saves in his first win since opening night as the Canadiens won their fourth consecutive game, all in Central Division rinks. Phillip Danault had an empty-net goal and an assist.
Wyatt Johnston had a goal and an assist, and Jamie Benn also scored for the Stars, who had won five straight before Tuesday’s 5-1 home loss to New Jersey. Jake Oettinger, who went into play third in the NHL with a 1.43 goals-against average, allowed a season-high four goals on 20 shots.
Caufield opened the scoring with a one-timer at 7:24 in. Only 27 seconds after Newhook broke a 1-1 tie late in the first period, Caufield stuffed in a puck that crossed behind Oettinger to give Montreal the lead for good.
Newhook made it 4-1 early in the second period, six seconds after Dallas’ top-ranked penalty kill notched the 25th of 27 consecutive kills, scoring on a ricochet off the boards behind the net that Oettinger never saw.
The Canadiens are 4-0 without captain Nick Suzuki, who was lost for two to four weeks on Oct. 20 with an upper-body injury.
Dobes played instead of standout rookie Jacob Fowler, who has won his last six starts, including Montreal’s three previous games. Dobes had allowed 20 goals in his four previous outings, going 0-2-2. In his previous start against Dallas early last season, Dobes was pulled after allowing five goals on 13 shots in a 7-0 loss.
Montreal’s Noah Dobson and Dallas’ Mikko Rantanen (who turned 30 on Thursday) had two assists.
Dallas is 3-2-0 with one game left in a season-long six-game homestand.
Up next
Canadiens: Host Pittsburgh on Saturday.
Stars: Host Columbus on Saturday.
North Crowley Scores 72, Allen Dominates, and Jesuit Loses a Heartbreaker as Barber Ball Banter Takes on Football's Biggest Questions | Image by Future VoicesDallas barber Matthew “Matt” Steigerwald knows how to deliver a winning performance, even if his beloved Dallas Cowboys do not. The military veteran and entrepreneur behind Mattie’s Parlour has earned a 5.0-star rating on Booksy.But there is something else customers get in Matt’s barber chair: unfiltered football opinions, spirited debates and plent...
North Crowley Scores 72, Allen Dominates, and Jesuit Loses a Heartbreaker as Barber Ball Banter Takes on Football's Biggest Questions | Image by Future Voices
Dallas barber Matthew “Matt” Steigerwald knows how to deliver a winning performance, even if his beloved Dallas Cowboys do not. The military veteran and entrepreneur behind Mattie’s Parlour has earned a 5.0-star rating on Booksy.
But there is something else customers get in Matt’s barber chair: unfiltered football opinions, spirited debates and plenty of laughs. For roughly four years, 13-year-old Louis Darrouzet has been one of those customers. Their longtime football conversations have become Barber Ball Banter, part of the Future Voices incubator at The Dallas Express.
And while Matt has mastered consistency in his own business, he cannot say the same for America’s Team. Could the Cowboys learn something from Matt’s five-star operation, or from the teenagers dominating North Texas high school football? This week’s scores make that question even more interesting.
North Crowley is not just winning. The Panthers are demolishing opponents.
After crushing Dallas Skyline 75-3, North Crowley followed with a 72-10 victory over Mansfield on Thursday, improving to 9-0. Quarterback Jacob Torres completed 14 of 15 passes for 268 yards and two touchdowns, High School On SI reported.
Receiver Damarion Mays caught nine passes for 219 yards and two touchdowns, including a 92-yard scoring play. G’yrell Smith added two rushing touchdowns and a kickoff return for another score. Backup quarterback Jahzeel McCradic completed all six of his passes for 166 yards and three touchdowns, according to the same report.
Can anyone stop North Crowley when the playoffs arrive?
Allen continued its impressive season with a 56-14 victory over McKinney Boyd on Friday. Meanwhile, Jesuit Dallas fell to McKinney 35-34, one week after a 77-14 loss to Allen.
The result was especially interesting for Barber Ball Banter. Before the game, Matt confidently declared to lifelong Jesuit fan Louis: “I said what I said. I’m picking Jesuit!”
His pick fell one point short. Jesuit has shown offensive promise, including a 33-yard touchdown connection between quarterback JR Kamara and freshman receiver Reece Barnicle against Allen. Now the Rangers face another challenge: Can they bounce back against Prosper Rock Hill?
Duncanville answered its previous loss to Waxahachie with a 35-16 victory over Mansfield Lake Ridge on Friday. Waxahachie continued its momentum, shutting out Crowley 34-0. Both programs gave North Texas fans more to debate as the postseason approaches.
The Cowboys entered the weekend with a 3-4 record, but Matt still questions whether Dallas can deliver consistent results against stronger competition.
His assessment of the defense in Barber Ball Banter? “It’s Swiss cheese out there. Just holes everywhere.”
Even if Dallas reaches the playoffs, Matt fears another familiar first-round disappointment. That frustration has become a recurring topic on the show. This week’s high school results give him and Louis another reason to ask why America’s Team cannot find the consistency they want.
Matt and Louis also debate Arch Manning, Texas’ uneven play and the Longhorns’ playoff hopes. Matt believes a three-loss Texas team could still make the College Football Playoff if its remaining wins are impressive enough.
Can Texas put together four consistent quarters when it matters most?
What makes Barber Ball Banter entertaining is watching a passionate adult fan and a 13-year-old sports enthusiast challenge each other’s opinions. Louis is not afraid to disagree, defend his predictions or call out a questionable performance.
North Texas, what do you think? Can North Crowley finish undefeated? Can Jesuit rebound? And can the Cowboys turn Matt’s skepticism into optimism?
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington area increased 0.7 percent for the two months ending in September 2026, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported today. Regional Commissioner James B. Howard, Jr., noted that prices for all items less food and energy advanced 0.5 percent. The index for energy rose 4.1 percent, while the index for food declined 0.2 percent over the same period. (Data in this report are not seasonally adjusted. Accordingly, bi-monthly changes may reflect seaso...
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington area increased 0.7 percent for the two months ending in September 2026, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported today. Regional Commissioner James B. Howard, Jr., noted that prices for all items less food and energy advanced 0.5 percent. The index for energy rose 4.1 percent, while the index for food declined 0.2 percent over the same period. (Data in this report are not seasonally adjusted. Accordingly, bi-monthly changes may reflect seasonal influences.)
The Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington area all items CPI-U increased 3.0 percent for the 12 months ending in September. The index for all items less food and energy rose 1.7 percent over the year, and the index for energy advanced 17.4 percent. Food prices were up 3.3 percent.
Food prices decreased 0.2 percent for the two months ending in September. Prices for food at home (grocery store purchases) decreased 0.4 percent, and prices for food away from home (restaurant, cafeteria, and vending purchases) were unchanged for the same period. Within the food at home index, prices for cereals and bakery products (-1.7 percent) and nonalcoholic beverages and beverage materials (-1.5 percent) led the declines.
Food prices advanced 3.3 percent over the year. Prices for food at home rose 3.9 percent, and prices for food away from home increased 2.7 percent. Four of the six major grocery store categories rose over the twelve-month period. The category for fruits and vegetables led the increases in the food at home index, rising 14.5 percent.
The energy index rose 4.1 percent for the two months ending in September. Prices paid for gasoline were up 9.2 percent over the same period.
From September 2025 to September 2026, energy prices advanced 17.4 percent. Prices paid for gasoline were up 33.1 percent over the year.
The index for all items less food and energy increased 0.5 percent during the two-month period. Among the index’s components, prices were higher for owners’ equivalent rent of residences (+0.5 percent), apparel (+4.3 percent), and household furnishings and operations (+1.8 percent). In contrast, prices were lower for tuition, other school fees, and childcare, declining 4.2 percent over the two-month period.
The index for all items less food and energy increased 1.7 percent over the year. Components contributing to the increase included shelter (+1.3 percent) and medical care (+4.4 percent). In contrast, prices were lower for tuition, other school fees, and childcare (-3.9 percent).
The November 2026 Consumer Price Index for the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington area is scheduled to be released on Thursday, December 10, 2026.
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) is a measure of the average change in prices over time in a fixed market basket of goods and services. The Consumer Price Index for Dallas-Fort Worth is published bi-monthly. The set of components and sub-aggregates published for regional and metropolitan indexes is more limited than at the U.S. city average level; these indexes are byproducts of the national CPI program. Each local index has a much smaller sample size than the national or regional indexes and is, therefore, subject to substantially more sampling and other measurement error. As a result, local-area indexes are more volatile than the national or regional indexes. In addition, local indexes are not adjusted for seasonal influences. NOTE: Area indexes do not measure differences in the level of prices between cities; they only measure the average change in prices for each area since the base period.
The Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX, Core Based Statistical Area includes the counties of Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Hood, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Parker, Rockwall, Somervell, Tarrant, and Wise in Texas.
Refer to the national CPI news release technical note or the Handbook of Methods for more information.
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The BriefDALLAS - Dense fog advisories greeted residents across parts of Texas and Oklahoma on Sunday morning, marking the start of a volatile weather pattern expected to bring severe thunderstorms to North Texas early this week before a cold front delivers seasonal autumn temperatures.Dense Fog AdvisoriesThe National Weather Service issued dense fog advisories for areas extending from the Texas Panhandle through East Texas, including Rockwall, Kaufman,...
DALLAS - Dense fog advisories greeted residents across parts of Texas and Oklahoma on Sunday morning, marking the start of a volatile weather pattern expected to bring severe thunderstorms to North Texas early this week before a cold front delivers seasonal autumn temperatures.
The National Weather Service issued dense fog advisories for areas extending from the Texas Panhandle through East Texas, including Rockwall, Kaufman, and Hunt counties east of Interstate 45. While the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex remained outside the formal advisory area, high moisture levels and low cloud cover reduced visibility across the region. The advisories were set to expire at 10 a.m. Sunday.
Weather sensors recorded temperatures of 60 degrees in Dallas and Fort Worth on Sunday morning, with Dallas Love Field reporting 64 degrees. Matching dew points indicated fully saturated air accompanied by calm winds, creating prime conditions for fog.
We are monitoring a low-pressure system currently generating rain, snow showers, and mountain activity across the Four Corners region. The system is projected to move east over the next 24 hours, bringing a cold front across Texas from west to east.
Precipitation chances begin Monday afternoon with a 20% coverage of pop-up showers, increasing to 60% Monday night into early Tuesday morning as the main squall line arrives. Coverage is expected to diminish to 30% by Tuesday afternoon as the front moves eastward.
Severe storm threat Monday night
The Storm Prediction Center has placed much of North Texas under a severe weather risk for Monday night into Tuesday, extending across the southern and central Plains down to the Texas Big Bend. The metroplex and surrounding counties face a slight risk (level 2 of 5) to marginal risk (level 1 of 5) for severe weather along the leading edge of the front.
Primary hazards include damaging straight-line winds, frequent lightning, hail, and the potential for brief tornado activity along the boundary line. Brief localized flooding is also a concern, with forecasting models favoring the metroplex and eastern counties to receive localized downpours of 1.5 to 2 inches of rain.
Following the front's passage, weather conditions are expected to improve significantly. Midterm Election Day on Tuesday is projected to clear out well before midday, leaving afternoon temperatures in the low-to-mid 70s under clearing skies.
Wednesday is expected to be the standout day of the week, featuring mostly sunny skies and mid-70s temperatures. A secondary cold front arriving late Thursday will reinforce northerly winds, bringing daytime highs down into the upper 60s and lower 70s by Friday—aligning with typical seasonal averages for early November.
The upcoming weekend forecast calls for clear, seasonable conditions, with morning lows in the 50s and afternoon highs in the lower 70s.
The Source: Information in this article is from the FOX 4 weather team.
The Dallas Cowboys had a chance to let undrafted rookie TE Michael Trigg make his NFL debut in Week 8. But they passed. Why?Dallas Cowboys tight end Luke Schoonmaker popped up on the injury report Thursday with a groin injury. He didn’t practice Thursday or Friday, and the team listed him as questionable ahead of Sunday’s Week 8 matchup against the Arizona Cardinals.It doesn’t seem like he’ll be taking the playing field. The Cowboys’ Saturday roster moves included the practice squad elevation of ti...
The Dallas Cowboys had a chance to let undrafted rookie TE Michael Trigg make his NFL debut in Week 8. But they passed. Why?
Dallas Cowboys tight end Luke Schoonmaker popped up on the injury report Thursday with a groin injury. He didn’t practice Thursday or Friday, and the team listed him as questionable ahead of Sunday’s Week 8 matchup against the Arizona Cardinals.
It doesn’t seem like he’ll be taking the playing field. The Cowboys’ Saturday roster moves included the practice squad elevation of tight end James Mitchell—who joined the team in September after roster cuts around the league.
The fact that it was he and not undrafted rookie TE Michael Trigg, who rose as a fan favorite throughout training camp and the preseason, elevated is noteworthy. Let’s break it down.
You might have noticed last Monday night against the Philadelphia Eagles that the Cowboys want to run the football. To do so, they relied on multiple tight end sets and even jumbo packages involving a sixth offensive lineman.
Schoonmaker, as TE3, actually logged a 16% snap count as he played 11 plays on offense. Based on this, the Cowboys are likely going to use Mitchell on offense and not just special teams (which Schoonmaker plays a lot of, by the way). Mitchell has 316 special teams snaps under his belt, .
This is why I find it relevant that the Cowboys did not choose to elevate undrafted rookie TE Michael Trigg, who was their highest paid undrafted free agent in 2026 at $280,000.
The Cowboys, at 3-4, likely prefered a tight end with NFL experience instead of fast forwarding Trigg’s learning curve.
If it wasn’t clear enough how the Cowboys view Trigg when he did not make the 53-man roster, it’s clear now. With a chance to elevate a tight end from the practice squad, they likely passed on Trigg because they don’t view him as a gameday-ready player. Specially given Trigg’s specialty being receiving, not blocking.
“Trigg is more developmental in their mind,” wrote Cowboys insider Joseph Hoyt (Dallas Morning News) on social media.
This isn’t a knock on Trigg, just a sign that they trust Mitchell more due to his superior experience in this case. But don’t give up hope on one day seeing Trigg’s highlight plays in college football translate to Sundays.
Credit to the Cowboys for not forcing things on his development.
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