We’re excited to welcome BEAP, our new robot mascot, to the Berkeys family! BEAP represents the perfect blend of cutting-edge technology and our team’s unmatched expertise in plumbing, AC, and electrical services. Just outside of Orion’s belt lies a planet called “Meep” in a dual sun system. Its inhabitants are used to constantly changing weather conditions ranging from extreme heat to cold and storms. Over the millennia, the Meep have worked hard to perfect their homes, making them comfortable, dry and efficient so they can cope with all that their planet can throw at them. Being an advanced ..read more

DALLAS, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Berkeys Plumbing, Air Conditioning and Electrical is pleased to announce the appointment of Bubba Thurman as President. He has been successfully leading the company in this role since January 2024. Bubba brings over 30 years of experience to his new role, having held various leadership positions throughout his career. Most recently, he served as the Senior Vice President at Baker Brothers Plumbing, Air Conditioning and Electrical for a decade. His extensive background in leadership coaching, team building, and motivation ..read more

The original article appears on the FOX4 KDFW website » The deadly winter storm in February 2021 that damaged millions of Texas homes is still fresh in the minds of many Texans, with freezing temperatures causing pipes to freeze and burst leaving a flood of destruction. Another arctic blast is coming this week, at a time to when many are out of town.  “No one wants to come home to water running out of their front door,” said Mike Harris, the plumbing operations manager for Berkey’s. Harris says there are some things you should do to prepare your home for the freezing temperatu ..read more

Richardson Animal Shelter waiving adoption fees during ‘Clear the Shelters’ event The shelter was instrumental in starting the now-national event that began in 2014, according to the city. Roy Gardenhire (from left), Trevor Patton and Robin Wooten get to know a German shepherd available for adoption at the Richardson Animal Shelter. (File 2011/Staff) By Teri Webster 8:40 AM on Aug 23, 2022 CDT The Richardson Animal Shelter is waiving adoption fees through Aug. 31 as part of “Clear the Shelters” this month. Clear the Shelters is a now-national adoption and donation event that the ..read more

Fried finalists at State Fair of Texas 2022: Brisket biscuit, horchata milkshake and more The biggest surprise from the finalists is several of these gut-busting fair foods aren’t fried at all. We keep thinking we’ve seen it all. And then the State Fair concessionaires dish up something new and bizarre. Here’s the list of frieds you need to try, including Holy Biscuit from longtime State Fair concessionaire Isaac Rousso.(Elías Valverde II / Staff Photographer) By Sarah Blaskovich 6:12 AM on Aug 10, 2022 CDT — Updated at 12:02 PM on Sep 27, 2022 CDT       Finall ..read more

At the DMA, Artist Ari Brielle Highlights the Nature Where Shingle Mountain Once Was Fundraising for the park where Shingle Mountain once stood is ongoing. Until then, the Dallas artist Ari Brielle explores the nature of this part of the city in a new exhibition at the DMA.   By  Matt Goodman | March 7, 2022|1:24 pm Ari Brielle’s “Poisoned by ZIP Code,” a site-specific installation at the Dallas Museum of Art that reflects on Shingle Mountain.Courtesy Dallas Museum of Art   Marsha Jackson is sitting in nature, wearing a cranberry-red cowboy hat and h ..read more

The 14 Things You Must Do in Dallas This March Jazmine Sullivan, an Irish festival, the return of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, John Mulaney, and plenty of other things to keep you occupied this March.   By  Taylor Crumpton | March 3, 2022|10:00 am Theater legend, Audra McDonald.Allison Michael Orenstein   FromD Magazine March 2022 Subscribe Rhapsody Mar. 5 | Meyerson Symphony Center Theater legend Audra McDonald headlines this year’s benefit gala for the Turtle Creek Chorale, which begins its 42nd season in July. McDonald—a six-ti ..read more

5 things to know about the impending Texas winter storm Wintry conditions are forecast for Wednesday night and continue through the week. Shrubbery around the city present frostbite in their foleaf as a winter storm brings snow and freezing temperatures to North Texas on Monday, February 15, 2021, in Dallas.(Lola Gomez/The Dallas Morning News)(Lola Gomez / Staff Photographer) By Maggie Prosser 9:05 AM on Feb 1, 2022 CST — Updated at 9:31 PM on Feb 1, 2022 CST      Update: Updated 9:30 p.m. Feb. 1 to include updated forecast information. A winter storm warning ha ..read more

Dallas home prices jump by 25% Home price gains in Dallas are the largest ever in monthly Case-Shiller report. Nationwide home prices were up 19.5% in September, according to Case-Shiller.(Ben Torres / Special Contributor) By Steve Brown 8:37 AM on Nov 30, 2021 CST Dallas-area home prices saw an unprecedented 25% spike in the latest nationwide housing comparison. While some U.S. home markets are seeing a moderation in home price rises, the year-over-year increase for Dallas was the highest ever in the just-released S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Home Price Index. Nationwide home p ..read more

Now that the weather is cooling off a little bit, we want to get out into nature. But, we might be looking for new places to go instead of the same familiar stomping grounds. A new adventure that is perfect for a day trip or a weekend getaway. Only In Your State has recently revealed a hidden gem, just a couple hours from DFW. A new adventure awaits!  The One-Of-A-Kind Trail In Texas With A Hidden Cave And Turquoise Pond Is Quite The Hike What if there were a single hiking trail that had it all? With fascinating history, beautiful nature, and a distance of less than 1.5 miles, the Cave, T ..read more