Mavericks’ season ended in the tank

Mavericks’ season ended in the tank

By David Mullen It might be considered Pollyanna to think about the family that went to the Dallas Mavericks games at the American Airlines Center (AAC) versus the Chicago Bulls on April 8 or the San Antonio Spurs on Easter Sunday looking forward to seeing superstars Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving play basketball.   Or […]

Dallas to light up for 45th celebration

Dallas to light up for 45th celebration

Reunion Tower, Dallas’ most iconic landmark, celebrates its 45th birthday on Saturday, April 15. Reunion Tower will mark this milestone with one of its recognizable light shows featuring a pink and teal display. The Dallas skyline will also light up in honor of the 45th birthday and “Reunion Tower Day,” according to a Mayoral Proclamation. […]

Rain delay can’t stop Eastwood fun

Rain delay can’t stop Eastwood fun

Eastwood Neighborhood Association (ENA) in Dallas hosted its Annual Easter Egg Hunt on Monday, April 3 at Dixon Branch Greenbelt Park. Due to a rain delay, the event was rescheduled from Sunday to Monday, but it was worth the wait, as more than 100 neighbors, parents and children joined in the festivities. Eastwood’s Annual Easter […]

Roasted Green Beans with Scallion Brown Butter

Roasted Green Beans with Scallion Brown Butter

1 pound haricots verts 1/4 cup unsalted butter 5 scallions, thinly sliced Salt and pepper Heat oven to 475F. Line a baking sheet with parchment. Spread green beans on lined baking sheet and roast until browned in spots, about 22 minutes.  Meanwhile, melt butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add scallions and continue […]

Crime Watch — Vol. 14, No. 14

Crime Watch — Vol. 14, No. 14

March 28 — 3 p.m. 7400 Block Fair Oaks Ave. (75231)  Property Theft and Attempted Vehicle Theft: Complainant reported that an unknown suspect broke a window on her vehicle, attempted to steal it, then stole property from inside it. March 28 — 4 p.m. 11200 Block Woodmeadow Pkwy. (75228)  Aggravated Robbery: Complainant said that unknown […]

Cats and dogs and cars, oh, my

By Nancy Black They all knew something unusual was happening when my phone’s alarm clock went off so early on a Saturday morning. They followed my every swift move from the bathroom to the kitchen with confusion and anticipation.  “What is she doing?” they telecommunicated to each other. Once the leashes came out, my three […]

Tennis lovers to unite for great cause

Tennis lovers to unite for great cause

The Magdalen House, a nonprofit organization helping women achieve sobriety and sustain recovery from alcoholism at no cost and based on 12-Step spiritual principles, announced this week that Amanda Dickstein, Sloan Looney Dix and Kate Looney Walters (pictured) will serve as co-chairs at this year’s annual Game, Set, Match tennis event. The annual fundraiser is […]

Hop aside, Easter Bunny. You’re not alone

Hop aside, Easter Bunny. You’re not alone

By Dr. Beth Leermakers Bunnies deliver Easter eggs and other treats to children in most — but not all — parts of the world. Let’s take a look at a few other animals that deliver eggs and star in Easter traditions/celebrations.  Easter Fox. Until 50 years ago, the Easter Fox (aka Osterfuchs) was Germany’s Easter […]