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East Dallas businesses navigate uncertainty amid Oncor construction
Summary by The Dallas Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: David Goins , as published by NBC5 DFW
· August 7, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the construction and its effects on local businesses are available from NBC5 DFW.
Businesses in East Dallas are dealing with the impact of construction. A project by Oncor has closed parts of a street and limited parking. This has made it harder for customers to visit their favorite shops.
At a local bagel shop, the manager notes that many customers are regulars. However, getting to the shop has become more difficult. Further details about the construction and its effects on local businesses are available from NBC5 DFW.
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Category: parks ·
Published: August 7, 2026 ·
Source: NBC5 DFW ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Businesses in East Dallas are dealing with the impact of construction. A project by Oncor has closed parts of a street and limited parking. This has made it harder for customers to visit their…
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