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East Dallas dive bar Strangeways takes its punches, turns 15 on brand
Summary by The Dallas Editorial Desk Doyle Rader , as published by Dallas Observer
· August 13, 2026
· 1 min read
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After their property was almost sold from under them, and a lengthy fight to keep it, this is a special occasion for this quirky and essential Dallas bar.
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