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Patrick Williams

Patrick Williams is editor-in-chief of the Dallas Observer. Before joining the staff in July 1997, Patrick worked for the Southern Illinoisan, Amarillo Globe News and San Antonio Express-News. As editor-in-chief, he oversees the newsroom and guides the coverage of both the Dallas Observer‘s printed publication and online website.

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American Legion Post 53 members

Remember the Forgotten Fallen This Memorial Day in Dallas

By Patrick WilliamsMay 23, 2024

A small American Legion post in Northwest Dallas lends a hand to Dallas’ “forgotten” veterans cemetery.

Shakira performing at Coachella.

Shakira Coming to Dallas in November; Tickets On Sale Wednesday Morning

By Patrick WilliamsApril 16, 2024

Tour will celebrate her 12th studio album, Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran.

Scottie Scheffler Parties at Dallas Dive Bar After Second Masters Win

By Patrick WilliamsApril 15, 2024

Scottie Scheffler five-ironed it outta Georgia on Sunday night and dropped into Inwood Tavern in a dashing new green jacket.

Students running from school with smiles on their faces.

Hush, Little Babies, Summertime and the Last Day of School Are Almost Here

By Patrick WilliamsApril 2, 2024

You know: readin’ and writin’ and ‘rithmetic, taught to the tune of the hickory stick. No? Ask your granny.

A cowboy stares at the sky wearing eclipse glasses.

UPDATED: Check Out These Events Celebrating the Total Solar Eclipse on April 8

By Patrick WilliamsMarch 29, 2024

Dallas has a prime view of the upcoming solar eclipse, an event that won’t happen again for 300 years. You may not be around for the next one, so plan accordingly.

Total solar eclipse

What Time Is the Solar Eclipse in Dallas and Other Popular Texas Spots?

By Patrick WilliamsMarch 29, 2024

If you can’t count on clear skies, consider road-tripping to where the eclipse is longest.

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A high-level view of Plano, Texas, at night

Plano and Richardson on List of Best Cities to Live in America

By Patrick WilliamsMarch 28, 2024

Two Texas cities, Plano and Richardson, ranked No. 5 and No. 12, respectively, on a ranking by Niche.com of the top places to live in America.

Colin Allred speaks to supporters at Rodeo Goat in Dallas

It’s Allred vs. Cruz and Other Results From Super Tuesday Primaries in North Texas

By Kelly Dearmore and OthersMarch 6, 2024

Long lines, surprises and grudges marked the primary elections in Texas. Colin Allred won the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in dominating style.

Dallas Observer partners with News Revenue Hub

Dallas Observer Announces Partnership with News Revenue Hub

By Patrick WilliamsFebruary 28, 2024

We’re revamping our membership program with new benefits and a new partner.

Former Dallas County District Attorney Craig Watkins, who died this month, helped reshape how prosecutors do their jobs though his Conviction Integrity Unit.

Remembering Craig Watkins’ Role in Making America More Just

By Patrick WilliamsDecember 20, 2023

Let’s honor the real legacy of the late Dallas County DA with a statue. We know just the place.

Observer Members Gather to Support Local Journalism

By Patrick WilliamsDecember 14, 2023

Observer readers paid us a visit. This time they were friendly.

Colette, a Luxurious European-Style Watering Hole, Opens in West Village

By Patrick WilliamsNovember 22, 2023

High style and meticulously crafted drinks are on the menu.

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Vidorra Brings Modern Mexican Cuisine, Big Drinks and Dance, Dance, Dance to Grand Prairie

By Patrick WilliamsNovember 17, 2023

Milkshake Concepts’ empire expands to EpicCentral.

Join Us: Observer To Host First Members-Only Event on Dec. 7

By Patrick WilliamsNovember 7, 2023

Support Dallas journalism and hear from our editors and staff, along with a couple of special guests.

Scare Us With Your Best Dallas Halloween Decorations, Score a Chance To Win Tickets to Screams

By Patrick WilliamsOctober 9, 2023

Send us photos of your best Halloween decorations, or nominate someone else, for a chance to enter our contest.

Make Dallas Great Again: Does Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson Own a Red MAGA Hat?

By Simone Carter and OthersSeptember 28, 2023

The Big D leader revealed he’s no longer a Democrat. From book bans to gay marriage, we wanted to know: Just how Republican is he?

Best of Dallas 2023 Is Ready to Influence You

By Patrick WilliamsSeptember 21, 2023

There’s a lot of good news out there in Big D, if you know the right people to ask.

Dallas Observer BrewFest Canceled on Account of Unrelenting Heat

By Patrick WilliamsAugust 30, 2023

This endless, bruising summer has sucked another bit fun out of life. Dallas Observer’s BrewFest 2023 is canceled.

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Dallas Zoo Helps Its Big Animals Cool Off: Watch the Video

By Patrick WilliamsJune 30, 2023

It is hotter for these Dallas Zoo animals here than it is in their native land of Africa. Watch them cool off.

Whistleblower’s Blues: Ken Paxton’s ‘Settlement Agreement is Off’ Say Some Legal Experts

By Patrick WilliamsJune 5, 2023

The impeached Texas Attorney General just might be in for a longer legal struggle than he originally envisioned.

In Defense of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton: Lawyer, Lover and the Best Friend Money Can Buy

By Patrick WilliamsMay 26, 2023

A Texas House committee issues a resolution seeking the impeachment of the Attorney General. Stop smiling. That’s not nice.

If Only Texas Lawmakers Loved the Constitution More Than They Hate Drag

By Patrick WilliamsMarch 29, 2023

Texas lawmakers give the First Amendment short shrift in their campaign to erase drag performers from public view.

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