Good morning, Dallas! ☕
The sun is finally back, the roads are thawing out, and Dallas is (almost) ready to move again. This week we've got the Mavs hosting the Timberwolves on Wednesday, and a Bishop Arts seafood spot called Hugo's that's become one of the hardest walk-ins in town.
Plus: the Stars are rolling, the Dallas Wine Festival is pouring, and we're breaking down all the storm aftermath news you need to know. Let's get into it.
☀️ Weather
Wednesday: 🌤️ 43° / 32° — Partly sunny (Chance of rain: 5%)
Thursday: ☁️ 53° / 33° — Cloudy (Chance of rain: 10%)
Friday: ☀️ 41° / 26° — Sunny (Chance of snow: 10%)
Saturday: ☀️ 35° / 23° — Sunny (Chance of snow: 0%)
Sunday: ☀️ 48° / 27° — Sunny (Chance of snow: 0%)
The Vibe Check: Post-storm recovery mode: roads are clearing (slowly), temps are climbing (slowly), and the sun is doing its thing. Don't pack away the layers just yet - the lows are still dipping into the mid-20s this weekend.
🏆 Sports Recap
Dallas Mavericks 🏀
The Mavs are currently fighting to stay in the play-in mix with a 19-27 record, showing flashes of brilliance despite some inconsistency. While they dropped a tough one to the Lakers in another emotional Luka return game, the offense looked explosive in a big win over the Warriors, led by strong contributions from the supporting cast.
Recent scores:
Jan 24th: Lost to the Lakers 110-116
Jan 22nd: Beat the Warriors 123-115
Jan 19th: Beat the Knicks 114-97
Upcoming games:
Wednesday, Jan 28th: 7:30 PM vs Timberwolves
Thursday, Jan 29th: 7:30 PM vs Hornets
Saturday, Jan 31: 7:30 PM @ Rockets
Dallas Stars 🏒
The Stars are rolling with a 30-14-9 record, finding ways to win tight games including a dramatic late victory over the Blues last night. Matt Duchene has been on fire lately, and Thomas Harley's clutch goal yesterday proved this team has the grit to grind out points in the Central Division.
Recent scores:
Jan 27th: Beat the Blues 4-3
Jan 23rd: Beat the Blues 3-2
Jan 22nd: Beat the Blue Jackets 1-0
Upcoming games:
Thursday, Jan 29th: 9:00 PM @ Golden Knights
Saturday, Jan 31st: 8:00 PM @ Utah Mammoth
Monday, Feb 2nd: 7:30 PM vs Jets
🗓️ Upcoming Events
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🏟️ Live Sports
Dallas Mavericks vs. Minnesota Timberwolves - Tickets
When: Wednesday at 7:30 PM
Where: American Airlines Center - Dallas
The Vibe: A midweek hardwood therapy session with extra Luka-level drama.
Dallas Mavericks vs. Charlotte Hornets - Tickets
When: Thursday at 7:30 PM
Where: American Airlines Center - Dallas
The Vibe: Buzzing visitors, loud arena, and one more reason to wear blue.
Dallas Stars vs. Winnipeg Jets - Tickets
When: Monday at 7:30 PM
Where: American Airlines Center - Dallas
The Vibe: Cold-blooded hockey with a side of “turn the goal horn up.”
🎸 Live Music
Niko Moon - The American Palm Tour - Tickets
When: Friday at 7:00 PM
Where: House of Blues Dallas - Dallas
The Vibe: Sunshine-country energy for anyone mentally on a beach.
Joseph - Tickets
When: Friday at 8:00 PM
Where: Granada Theater - TX - Dallas
The Vibe: Indie harmonies that make your feelings file a formal complaint.
MK (18+) - Tickets
When: Friday at 9:00 PM
Where: SILO - Dallas
The Vibe: House beats so clean you will forget you have a bedtime.
Turnpike Troubadours (18+ Event) - Tickets
When: Friday at 10:00 PM
Where: Billy Bob’s - Fort Worth
The Vibe: Red dirt anthems and two-stepping with main-character confidence.
TWICE [THIS IS FOR] WORLD TOUR IN DALLAS - Tickets
When: Saturday at 8:00 PM
Where: American Airlines Center - Dallas
The Vibe: Stadium-sized pop perfection with choreography that defies physics.
TWICE [THIS IS FOR] WORLD TOUR IN DALLAS - Tickets
When: Sunday at 8:00 PM
Where: American Airlines Center - Dallas
The Vibe: Night two hits even harder when you already know the fan chants.
🎭 Comedy & Arts
Dungeons & Dragons The Twenty-Sided Tavern - Tickets
When: Saturday at 2:00 PM
Where: Dee and Charles Wyly Theatre - Dallas
The Vibe: Theater kids meet tabletop chaos and everyone rolls for charisma.
Clean Cut Comedy - Tickets
When: Saturday at 4:45 PM
Where: Dallas Comedy Club - Dallas
The Vibe: Big laughs without the “text your mom an apology” jokes.
Dallas Symphony Orchestra: La Vida Loca - Tickets
When: Saturday at 7:30 PM
Where: Morton Meyerson Symphony Center - Dallas
The Vibe: Orchestral heat check with rhythms that make tuxedos feel spicy.
Loni Love - Tickets
When: Saturday at 7:00 PM
Where: Punch Line Irving - Irving
The Vibe: Smart, sharp stand-up that lands like a perfectly timed group chat reply.
📍 Local & Culture
Showtime Saturday: The Juicebox Jukebox - Tickets
When: Saturday at 11:30 AM
Where: Galleria Dallas - Dallas
The Vibe: A kid-friendly singalong that low-key slaps for adults too.
Dallas Wine Festival - 40+ Types of Wine to Try Included with Admission - Tickets
When: Saturday at 12:00 PM
Where: Venture X Dallas - Braniff Centre - Dallas
The Vibe: A choose-your-own-adventure of sips, swirls, and “just one more pour.”
3rd Annual Dallas Entertainment Awards Meet & Greet Showcase - Tickets
When: Sunday at 5:00 PM
Where: The Kessler Theater - Dallas
The Vibe: Dress sharp, network smarter, and catch the city’s creative pulse in one room.
PFC 50 - Hardy vs Latu - Tickets
When: Friday at 5:00 PM
Where: Comerica Center - Frisco
The Vibe: Cage-fight adrenaline for when your group chat wants chaos, but organized.
Poets N Jazz #2 - Tickets
When: Friday at 9:00 PM
Where: The Women’s Museum - Dallas
The Vibe: Smooth jazz and sharper poems for your most sophisticated night out.
Poets N Jazz #2 - Tickets
When: Saturday at 9:00 PM
Where: The Women’s Museum - Dallas
The Vibe: The kind of artsy late night that makes you talk with your hands.
FWSSR: PRORODEO Tournament - Bracket 5, Round 2 - Tickets
When: Saturday at 11:00 AM
Where: Dickies Arena - Fort Worth
The Vibe: Big hats, bigger rides, and “yeehaw” energy at full volume.
FWSSR: PRORODEO Tournament - Bracket 6, Round 2 - Tickets
When: Sunday at 2:00 PM
Where: Dickies Arena - Fort Worth
The Vibe: Sunday rodeo thrills that make brunch feel optional.
🔥 Major News Stories
• Federal emergency order aims to prevent Texas blackouts: The U.S. Department of Energy issued an emergency order letting ERCOT tell data centers and other major power users to run backup generators if the grid gets strained, a rare step meant to keep electricity flowing during the winter storm. Source
• Mavericks-Bucks game postponed after team gets stuck in Dallas weather: The NBA postponed the Mavs’ road game in Milwaukee after the team boarded a plane in Dallas but couldn’t depart due to storm conditions, showing how severe travel impacts remain across DFW. Source
• Arlington ISD votes to permanently close Blanton Elementary: Trustees approved shutting the 69-year-old campus at the end of the 2025-2026 school year due to infrastructure problems and long-term enrollment decline, with rezoning plans still to come for affected families. Source
• Frisco Ranked No. 1 in the U.S. for Remote Work: A new SmartAsset study found more than a third of Frisco’s workforce works from home, underscoring major shifts in how North Texans live, commute, and shape local growth. Source
• Former Cowboys Coach Mike McCarthy Lands Steelers Job: McCarthy’s agreement to coach Pittsburgh ends his Dallas chapter and reshapes the Cowboys’ recent coaching legacy as NFL teams reset for next season. Source
🌮 Where to Eat Next
Hugo's Seafood Bar
The scallop aguachile at Hugo's Seafood Bar is bright, buttery, and precisely composed, and it's the kind of dish that explains why this 28-seat Bishop Arts spot has become one of the toughest walk-ins in town. In a city overrun with overwrought seafood towers, this place bets on restraint.
Chef Hugo Galván and bartender Hugo Osorio met at a mutual friend's bar in 2019 and finally signed a lease together last year. The room matches the menu: small, moody, and worn-in, with a stamped tin ceiling, exposed brick, and an octopus mural on the wall.
Order the Ultimate Tostada (shrimp, scallops, octopus, avocado) and whatever crudo is on the chalkboard that night. No reservations, so show up early on weeknights or expect a wait.
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