Heritage guides artist’s mission

Heritage guides artist’s mission

By Blanca Reyes “Everybody has a heart. Everybody relates to hearts,” said Jose Vargas, curator at the Bath House Culture Center’s El Corazon exhibition. At 73, and with vast experience as an artist, Vargas is presenting one more year of his El Corazon exhibit. Although this is the 28th anniversary of the show, it has […]

Battle of the Blue Ribbons new in 2023

Battle of the Blue Ribbons new in 2023

The State Fair of Texas is back with something bigger and BATTER than ever. Join the fair in the Embarcadero Building at Fair Park on May 19-21 for Battle for the Blue Ribbons — a new State Fair cooking competition consisting of three of the Fair’s most popular Creative Arts cooking contests: Cookie, Cake and […]

Pursuit of freedom on view at Center

Pursuit of freedom on view at Center

Freedom Matters, an extensive exhibit showcasing a collection of historically significant versions of our Nation’s founding documents, will open March 2 at the George W. Bush Presidential Museum in Dallas. Freedom Matters features historical documents and artifacts that, during their time, were used to inform citizens in an era before mass media. These include rare […]

Which came first? The chicken or the egg (prices)?

Which came first? The chicken or the egg (prices)?

By Dr. Beth Leermakers As I was walking my dogs early this morning, I heard a chicken crowing. Yes, in my Dallas neighborhood. In Dallas, it is illegal to keep a rooster, but you can keep hens in your backyard.  I decided to find out what’s involved in keeping chickens as pets — and egg […]

FC Dallas is alive, well and living in Frisco

FC Dallas is alive, well and living in Frisco

By David Mullen The world’s most popular sport has gained footing in the Dallas area. Led by FC Dallas, local fans should be ready to be entertained this season. The team has introduced new jerseys, a series of promotions, expanded media presence and an enhanced stadium menu. It also helps that the team is very […]

Sensory Garden gives dogs place to chill

Sensory Garden gives dogs place to chill

By Becky Deo Park Place team members came together to build a Sensory Garden for the SPCA of Texas’ Animal Care Center in Dallas providing dogs with an environment allowing them to use their natural senses. Employees from Park Place Dealerships volunteered to build a sand pit, swimming pool, rosemary plantings and agility obstacles for […]

Chinese Beef and Broccoli

Chinese Beef and Broccoli

Meat: 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 pound sirloin or flank steak, cut into  1/4-inch strips Sauce and broccoli: 1 head broccoli, cut into florets 1/2 cup chicken stock 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine or dry sherry 3 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 onion, thinly […]

Celebrate Celtic culture March 3-5

Celebrate Celtic culture March 3-5

By Rachel Hedstrom The North Texas Irish Festival returns to Dallas’s Fair Park March 3-5, celebrating the rich tradition of Irish and Celtic music, dance and culture with an exciting, family-friendly event. One of the largest Irish festivals in the U.S., the North Texas Irish Festival features entertainment and fun for everyone with live music, […]

Crime Watch — Vol. 14, No. 7

Crime Watch — Vol. 14, No. 7

February 7 — 4:08 a.m. 2100 Block Boll St. (75204)  Unlawful Installation of Tracking Device: Unknown suspect installed tracking device on a woman’s vehicle. February 7 — 10:45 p.m. 8400 Block Park Ln. (75231)  Deadly Conduct: Suspect pointed a toy gun at complainant. February 8 — 5 p.m. 12600 Block E. Northwest Hwy. (75228)  Aggravated […]