Elaine Chen

Reporter · Carrollton, TX

Elaine Chen has 4 years of reporting experience with the Farmers Branch Bulletin and graduated from the University of North Texas. She specializes in local events, cultural happenings, and the diverse communities within Carrollton.

4 stories from Elaine Chen in Carrollton

A vibrant sunset over Bolder Adventure Park in Grand Prairie, Texas.

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Bolder Adventure Park in Grand Prairie closes suddenly

As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm golden glow over the vibrant landscape of Grand Prairie, families gathered at Bolder Adventure Park, their laughter and excitement echoing through the air. Just weeks ago, this beloved destination was alive with the sounds of children climbing...

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An artist's rendering of the Sunset Amphitheater in McKinney, Texas.

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Exclusive look inside McKinney’s $300 million Sunset Amphitheater as construction moves forward

As the sun sets over McKinney, a vibrant energy fills the air, hinting at the excitement brewing just beyond the horizon. Nestled amidst the lush greenery and bustling life of this charming city, a monumental project is taking shape — the $300 million Sunset Amphitheater. With a capacity to host...

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A young man stepping out of jail into the sunlight, symbolizing hope and freedom.

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Dallas County settles with more former inmates who allegedly overstayed their sentences

In a quiet corner of Carrollton, a community is coming to terms with a troubling chapter in its justice system. Picture a young man, freshly released from the confines of a jail cell, stepping out into the sunlight for the first time in years. He is filled with hope, yet burdened by the shadows of...

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Lewisville firefighters rescuing a cat from a Tesla's undercarriage

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Cat rescued from Tesla in Lewisville after family heard meowing beneath vehicle

In a scene that could only be described as a heartwarming rescue, a family in Lewisville found themselves in a peculiar predicament when they heard a desperate meowing emanating from beneath their Tesla. Little did they know that this would lead to a heroic effort by local firefighters to save a...

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