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Dallas College and Matthews Developing ‘College of the Future’ on Downtown Campus

by | Jun 25, 2026
In a “defining moment for Dallas College.," the planned next-gen transformation of the historic El Centro campus along downtown Dallas' Austin Street corridor "allows for a bold vision linking culture, commerce, transit, and education in one place," Dallas College said.
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White outlines mark the 38-acre site of the former Sears Roebuck distribution center at 1600 Roe St. in Dallas, recently acquired by Matthews for redevelopment.
Matthews Acquires Former Sears Distribution Center Near Downtown Dallas
The global real estate development firm founded by Jack Matthews has bought another former Sears site—this time, a 2 million-square-foot complex on a 38-acre tract near downtown. The project could open the door to a new chapter in the Cedars, shaped by input from residents, investors, and city leaders.
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International Developers: Meet Jack Matthews From London (Ontario), Canada
by | Jan 30, 2020
The developer behind South Side on Lamar and the Omni Dallas Hotel is continuing to plan new projects in Dallas.
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Dallas’ New CANVAS Hotel is Bringing Art to the City
by | Mar 1, 2019
Located in the Cedars, the CANVAS features a rotating gallery of work done by local artists, where guests can purchase what they like right off the wall.
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High-Speed Rail Could Transform Dallas’ Urban Core

by | Apr 27, 2017
Proponents say that commercial development around the proposed train station could change how people look at downtown Dallas.
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Building a New Dallas: How 3 Developers Create ‘Pocket Markets’
by | Dec 14, 2016
Areas around downtown Dallas have grown and evolved into distinct neighborhoods with vibrant communities, unique amenities, and eccentric personalities.
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