The Best April Fools Jokes We Saw This Year In North Texas

April Fools’ Day — the one time a year when lying is not only acceptable but encouraged. From ridiculous inventions to totally believable (but completely fake) announcements, it’s the perfect excuse to prank your friends, confuse your coworkers, and question everything you read on the internet.

But sometimes, the best pranks aren’t just pulled by amateurs — they’re crafted by professionals. And North Texas knows how to deliver. 

Prosper Goes Galactic 

The town of Prosper has officially updated the town seal to feature the greatest Vulcan in the galaxy, complete with the iconic slogan, “Live Long and Prosper.” But they gave it a local spin — because here, it’s not just about living long and prospering, it’s about living long in Prosper. A logical move, indeed. This bold new seal takes the town where no town seal has gone before, reflecting its commitment to intergalactic excellence, community pride and, naturally, pointy ears. 

State Fair of Texas Launches Dating App

Corny or cute? Finding love at the State Fair just got easier — introducing Fairmates, the first dating app powered by corn dogs, carnival rides and Big Tex-approved romance. Match based on your favorite fried foods, Midway thrills and a shared love for all things Texas.

But before you start planning a deep-fried wedding… There’s no app, but plenty of ways to find romance — whether you're sharing a turkey leg or locking eyes over a Fletcher’s Corny Dog. See y’all at the Fair!

Raising Cane’s New Skincare

This April 1, Raising Cane’s, with its support office in Plano, and IPSY “dropped” the ultimate skincare-meets-snack collab: moisturizing sauce, inspired by Cane’s Sauce. It’s so good, even Cardi B is swapping her fancy serums for this tangy glow-up. Skincare will never be the same — finger-lickin’ hydration, anyone?

"Everyone always asks me how my skin looks so beautiful, so shiny, so amazing at the age of 32 with three kids, a job that stresses me out and sleepless nights," Cardi B said in a video she posted to Instagram. "I've been using this new cream — it's the Cane's 'Moisturizing Sauce.' It's not greasy, not sticky, and it smells just like chicken."

Before you ask, yes, Cardi really put Cane’s Sauce on her face — but Raising Cane’s says, please don’t try this at home. Stick to dipping your chicken fingers, toast and crinkle-cut fries instead.

Benji Hits The Stage

Hold onto your leashes, folks! Coming April 31st (yes, you read that right) to The Comedy Arena main stage — making his stand-up comedy debut — it's the one, the only… McKinney’s beloved Benji the dog! Will he fetch laughs? Will he roll over the competition? Or will he just chase his tail for 45 minutes? Only one way to find out! 

Disclaimer: Not suitable for all audiences… especially cats. 

The Nose

Secret Dallas had an exciting announcement this morning: Dallas is trading its Eye for a Nose! The iconic sculpture at The Joule is being swapped for a towering, hyper-realistic schnoz — complete with scratch-and-sniff technology. Breathe deep, because the “scent of Dallas” includes tortillas, hot pavement, Chanel No. 5 and just a hint of gasoline.

Too weird to be true? You’re right — April Fools! The Eye isn’t going anywhere, but now you’ll always wonder what Dallas actually smells like. 

 

 

 

 

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