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Partnering on pregnancies: Texas Health, Diana Health look to improve birth outcomes with midwifery-led approach in Allen

As birth rates decline in Texas, an initiative to bring midwives into the hospital delivery room is increasing the number of births taking place at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen, hospital officials say.

The details: Texas Health Allen officials launched a partnership with New York-based comprehensive women’s health care provider Diana Health in late 2024 that integrates certified nurse midwives into women’s care before, during and after pregnancy. The hospital saw a 29% increase in births in 2025 compared to the three-year historical average. The partnership also brings other women’s health services offered by Diana Health to the Allen area, including gynecological care and mental health treatment.

Quote of note: “People have a lot of interest in that more hands-on, natural birth but still wanting the safety nets and the resources of a hospital,” said Kari McCord, chief nursing officer at Texas Health’s Allen hospital. “We’re able to provide that.”

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Coming Soon

Food hall concept Wonder to offer cuisine from more than 20 restaurants in Allen

As part of a larger expansion to Texas, Wonder is slated to develop a location in Allen.

The gist: The company is app-based and allows diners to mix and match dishes from more than 20 restaurants in a single order. Menu items are made-to-order and include a range of cuisines. The kitchen also offers menu items in collaboration with chefs such as Bobby Flay and restaurants such as Tejas Barbecue, alongside Wonder concepts such as Pop Salad.

The specifics: The Allen location will span 3,000 square feet, and construction work to finish the space is estimated to cost $970,000, a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation states.

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Across The Region

New flights, federal investments: 4 updates from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport

New destinations from American Airlines and Contour Airlines have started at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. The Federal Aviation Administration is investing in upgrades at the airport, while the U.S. Customs and Border Protection is running a trial at DFW Airport.

American Airlines adds routes: Fort Worth-based American Airlines launched international and domestic routes in May and June.

On June 4, American Airlines launched services at Lincoln Airport in Lincoln, Nebraska. American Airlines sent its inaugural flight from Roanoke-Blacksburg Airport in Roanoke, Virginia, to DFW Airport on June 5.

Contour Airlines: A small airport in northeast Missouri will launch flights to and from DFW Airport on Aug. 1.

Contour Airlines, based in Smyrna, Tennessee, will offer flights six days a week—except Saturday—from Kirksville Regional Airport to DFW Airport.

Federal Aviation Administration investments: The U.S. Department of Transportation will provide $78 million in grants for two projects at DFW Airport.