Elijah Thompson

Reporter · Mesquite, TX

Elijah is a business reporter with a keen interest in the small business landscape of Mesquite. After graduating from the University of North Texas with a degree in Journalism, he worked at the Denton Record-Chronicle, where he covered business trends for four years. His focus is on profiling local entrepreneurs and economic shifts.

3 stories from Elijah Thompson in Mesquite

Deep Ellum neighborhood at sunset with vibrant community life.

Business

'Not again': Business owner weighs in on Deep Ellum safety after fatal shootings kill 4, injure 15

As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm glow over the streets of Deep Ellum, the vibrant sounds of laughter and music filled the air. Yet, amidst the lively atmosphere, there was a palpable sense of unease. Just weeks prior, this beloved neighborhood had been shaken to its core by a...

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Mesquite community members discussing safety concerns

Business

When the Dallas Greyhound bus station moved, data shows calls to 911 followed

As the sun began to set over Mesquite, the vibrant colors of twilight painted the sky, but for some residents, the change in scenery was accompanied by a sense of unease. Just a few miles away, the Dallas Greyhound bus station had relocated, and with it came a wave of concerns from the community....

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A semi truck involved in an accident in Arlington, Texas, causing power outages.

Business

Crash involving semi truck downs power pole, fiber lines causing outage for homes and businesses in Arlington

In the early hours of a typical Tuesday morning, the quiet hum of Arlington was shattered by a thunderous crash that sent shockwaves through the community. A semi-truck, navigating the bustling streets, collided with a power pole, resulting in a cascade of chaos as power and fiber lines came...

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