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‘Luxury’ charter bus service adds Dallas routes

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1 year ago

January 24, 2025

‘Luxury’ charter bus service adds Dallas routes

Dallas-area travelers looking for more intercity transit — without having to drive— will soon have a new option, just as the region gears up for the World Cup and other major live events.

Charter bus and minibus service GOGO Charters recently announced a new daily route connecting Dallas-Fort Worth with Waco, Austin and San Antonio expected to launch this summer.

GOGO promises customers “upscale” amenities like reclining seats, high-speed Wi-Fi, power outlets and onboard restrooms.

“We’ve identified a handful of regions, Texas being one of them, where we’d like to roll this service out first,” a GOGO spokesperson said.

“With the World Cup and some other pretty notable, large-scale events coming to the area, this is one of our priority markets.”

Two additional connections — one originating in Corpus Christi and one in Houston — are also expected to ferry passengers to Dallas-Fort Worth. The service update adds to the company’s previously announced routes in Texas, which also include service to San Marcos and Temple.

The routes are part of a larger launch that will allow individual passengers to buy tickets for predetermined routes, similar to regional options Amtrak or Greyhound.

GOGO already offers traditional charter bus services, which allow groups to book private trips outside of pre-determined routes. Depending on the group size and the vehicle, those options can run anywhere between $400 to $2200.

The company is one of several charter bus providers offering Dallas service including Texas Charter Bus Company, Premier Transportation, Imperial Charters and Dallas Royal Coach.

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Dallas residents frustrated by new water bill system

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June 16, 2026

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Dallas residents frustrated by new water bill system

The launch of Dallas’s new “Dallas Go” water billing system has sparked widespread frustration, overwhelming the city’s 311 lines with 35-minute wait times due to confusing account features, unexpected convenience fees, and massive billing errors.

Posted June 16, 2026 7:51pm CDT

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Mailbag: Is Lawrence expected to start?

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June 16, 2026

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Kurt: The situation does seem a bit odd, doesn’t it? How often is a first-round pick seemingly overlooked? But because the fanfare surrounding Downs has been so overwhelming, Lawrence has sort of gone about his business under the radar.

We fully expect the former to step in at safety and be an impact player. Of course, he will. But what about the latter?

Well, Lawrence indeed should be a starter in 2026 as well. In today’s NFL, teams don’t use that kind of draft capital on players they hope to develop. They are looking for studs who can make their presence known right away despite their lack of professional experience. Meaning, the Cowboys want, or more importantly need, the Central Florida product to contribute from the get-go.

What will be interesting to see at training camp is whether Lawrence will be lining up on the edge when the first-teamers take the field. On our Hangin’ With the Boys podcast, Nate Newton has repeatedly said that first-round picks need to get first-team reps immediately. None of this ramping up or giving courtesy to the veterans. You drafted him in the first round, you expect him to play like a first-rounder, so the more reps he gets in practice, the better.

Regardless, he may be in the perfect situation. Most of the pressure that comes with that draft status will likely fall on the shoulders of Downs, which will allow Lawrence to keep doing his thing without the added glare of the spotlight.

Still, he’s a first-round pick. He’s got to produce. Now.

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Japanese fans win hearts cleaning up Dallas Stadium after World Cup match

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June 16, 2026

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Japanese fans win hearts cleaning up Dallas Stadium after World Cup match

Fans of Japan’s national team have captured and warmed hearts, though it had nothing to do with the match against the Netherlands and everything to do with what happened when it was over.

ARLINGTON, TEXAS – JUNE 14: The dressing room of Japan is seen after the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F match between Netherlands and Japan at Dallas Stadium on June 14, 2026 in Arlington, Texas.

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When the Japan vs. Netherlands FIFA World Cup match ended, many fans headed for the exits, but Japanese fans reached for trash bags instead.

Viral cleanup effort captures global attention

The now viral photos show hundreds of Japanese fans cleaning up their section of Dallas Stadium. Trash bags in hand, they picked up cups, wrappers and anything left behind.

The Japanese men’s team even left their locker room spotless. No one asked them to do it.

“It’s kind of a habit or natural, I guess,” said Nina Shimaguchi, with the Japan American Society of Dallas-Fort Worth.

Shimaguchi wasn’t surprised. The value of cleaning up is a sign of respect and the habit starts young.

“The Japanese education system, we don’t have custodians from elementary to high school, so we have to take care of hallways, restrooms,” she said.

But for many, it goes beyond being tidy. Shimaguchi says it’s tied to what’s called “Shintoism” and the belief that everyday things carry meaning.

“Shintoism is rooted in Japan, where we think all natural items have a spirit, like a tree, stones,” Shimaguchi said. “Which go into all our daily items as well … There is a saying that one rice grain has seven spirits in it…”

Outside Dallas Stadium, thousands of Dutch fans added to the World Cup energy, chanting and celebrating long after the final whistle.

Netherlands v Japan: Group F - FIFA World Cup 2026 — ARLINGTON, TEXAS – JUNE 14: Japan fans clear trash in the stands during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F match between Netherlands and Japan at Dallas Stadium on June 14, 2026 in Arlington, Texas.

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Team Japan leaves lasting impression on and off the field

But in the silence, a simple act of cleaning up is sparking millions of views and a bigger conversation about culture, curiosity and kindness.

“Through the game, probably many people see, ‘Oh that’s the culture,’” said Shimaguchi. “And that’s the next step of people trying to learn, trying to know…That kind of positivity remains.”

Kindness above all else.

Team Japan plays a game this Saturday in Mexico and then returns to Dallas Stadium in 10 days to play against Sweden. And if history is any indication, they’ll do what they did before: leave the stadium spotless. Maybe even inspiring a few others to do the same.