Teaching studios part of 2021 event

Teaching studios part of 2021 event

By Lin Trinkle The White Rock Lake Artist’s Studio Tour returns the weekend of Oct. 9-10 with four new studios joining the tour this year. There is a palpable sense of excitement from local artists and art enthusiasts eager for the return of this community event.  The tradition began in 1992 with a group of […]

Mystery book on Cowboys unfinished

Mystery book on Cowboys unfinished

By David Mullen After three weeks of a 17-game NFL season, it is too early to anticipate the end of the story. That would be like predicting the outcome of an Agatha Christie whodunit in the second chapter. Detective Hercule Poirot is still searching for clues. But it is not impulsive to identify the teams […]

Crime Watch — Vol. 12, No. 39

Crime Watch — Vol. 12, No. 39

Sept. 21 – 1:20 p.m. 10000 Block, Newcombe Dr. (75228) Burglary of a Motor Vehicle: Unknown suspects broke into the complainant’s vehicle and stole property.  Sept. 21 – 9 p.m. 10900 Block, Woodmeadow Pkwy. (75228) Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle: An unknown suspect stole the complainant’s vehicle.  Sept. 22 – 3 a.m. 13000 Block, […]

‘Fun in East Dallas’ theme for 2021 summit

‘Fun in East Dallas’ theme for 2021 summit

By Deborah Brown The Greater East Dallas Chamber of Commerce (GEDCC) will host its 17th  Annual Economic Summit on Tuesday, Oct. 26, from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Lakewood Country Club. The Chamber, comprised of East Dallas community leaders and advocates, is thrilled to announce that this year’s Keynote Speaker will be the CFO […]

FRI explores creating senior activity center

FRI explores creating senior activity center

The Dallas Park & Recreation department and Dallas City Council Member Paula Blackmon arranged a tour recently for members of Ferguson Road Initiative’s (FRI) Economic Development Committee of the Red Bird Square WellMed Senior Activity and Singing Hills Recreation Centers. Both are shining examples of community and public/private partnerships. The intent of the tour was […]

Honky Tonk coming to Lochland’s

Honky Tonk coming to Lochland’s

Local singer/songwriter Mike Randall takes centerstage at Lochland’s Food and Spirits on October 9 at high noon for the first of many Honky Tonk Beer Garden Brunches. Featuring love songs, heart break songs and drinking songs from his recently released album “Bakersfield, TX,” Randall delivers an authentic show every time. Now open at 10 a.m., […]

Photographer sees Gold wherever he goes

Photographer sees Gold wherever he goes

By Judy Babb White Rock Lake calls to many people. Some people run or cycle there daily. Others find respite on its benches and docks or rowing with a crew team or sailing alone or with a friend. It’s a beautiful refuge that provides peace and quiet as well as recreation. It has a special […]

Best Mac and Cheese

Best Mac and Cheese

1 pound dried elbow macaroni 1 cup unsalted butter 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 cups whole milk 1 cup heavy cream 1 teaspoon dry mustard 8 ounces cream cheese 4 cups shredded medium sharp  cheddar cheese  2 cups shredded fontina cheese Salt to taste Heat oven to 400F and butter a 9 x 13 baking […]