Harrison keeps dodging obvious question

Harrison keeps dodging obvious question

By David Mullen Dallas Mavericks GM Nico Harrison publicly addressed the press on April 21, after meeting with some of them behind closed doors less than a week before. The takeaway was the same. On February 1, Harrison inexplicably traded five-time All-NBA superstar forward Luka Dončić, whose NBA career began as a 19-year-old in Dallas, […]

History, tradition to be celebrated

History, tradition to be celebrated

By Becky Mayad Celebrating Hispanic heritage and tradition, the Dallas Cinco de Mayo Parade — presented by the Oak Cliff Coalition for the Arts (OCCA) — is set for Saturday, May 3, from 8 a.m. to noon in Dallas’ Oak Cliff neighborhood. Billed as the biggest and longest-running parade in North Texas, the mile-long procession […]

Seared Asparagus with Lemon-Dill Vinaigrette

Seared Asparagus with Lemon-Dill Vinaigrette

1 bunch thin asparagus, trimmed Juice of 1 lemon 1 teaspoon whole-grain mustard 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup chopped dill Salt and pepper Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat until smoking. Working in batches, cook asparagus until blackened in spots and tender, about 1 minute per side. Transfer to a plate.  In […]

From chess to cheer, extracurriculars add to student’s lives

From chess to cheer, extracurriculars add to student’s lives

From Dallas ISD Staff Reports Nearly 19,000 students across Dallas ISD are embracing opportunities to engage in academic and competitive extracurricular activities. The district offers 12 extracurricular programs to elementary and secondary schools. These include cheer, chess, debate, decathlon, Designation Imagination, esports and UIL academics, to name a few. The number of students signing up for […]

Leaders discuss school’s important health research

Leaders discuss school’s important health research

By Juliette Coulter On April 8, Texas Woman’s University (TWU) held a reception at Catherine and Sam Susser’s Preston Hollow home to introduce 100 Dallas community and business leaders to the university. TWU faculty, representatives and supporters also attended.  TWU Dallas President Monica Christopher thanked everyone for coming and recognized the 35 generous donors of […]

Crime Watch — Vol. 16, No. 16

Crime Watch — Vol. 16, No. 16

April 14 1:37 a.m. 2800 Block N. Fitzhugh Ave. 75204 Aggravated Robbery of a Business: Suspect demanded money from the business owner at gun point. April 14 7:40 a.m. 8500 Block Lullwater Dr. 75238 Assault of an Elderly or Disabled Person/Offensive Contact: Unknown suspect fondled the complainant’s breast. April 14  7:55 p.m. 7100 Block Abrams […]

District committed to ensuring responsible use of AI

District committed to ensuring responsible use of AI

From Dallas ISD Staff Reports Dallas ISD is at the forefront of integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into educational spaces, ensuring educators and students can leverage digital tools responsibly and effectively. To ensure a strategic, well-supported rollout of AI tools for instructional and administrative purposes, Dallas ISD brought representatives from multiple departments across the district together to […]

Local mascots compete for big bucks, buckles

Local mascots compete for big bucks, buckles

The PBR Charity Mascot Mechanical Bull Riding Competition took place on March 16 at Reunion Tower where 11 beloved mascots from across North Texas faced off for a good cause. In a showdown judged by top bull rider Daylon Swearingen and the Official Voice of the PBR Matt West. Dallas Stars’ Victor E. Green was […]

Greater East Dallas Chamber to honor top educators

Greater East Dallas Chamber to honor top educators

The Greater East Dallas Chamber of Commerce has announced the 2025 Teacher of the Year award winners. Six educators were chosen from numerous nominations, making it extremely difficult to select the winners. Each awardee will receive $250 along with an award plaque and their school also receives $250. The 2025 winners are:  • Chad Burrus […]