Dallas Works 2022 launches

Dallas Works 2022 launches

By Tristan Hallman Mayor Eric Johnson on Monday called on the city’s employers to join Dallas Works, the mayor’s summer jobs program for young people in the city. Nearly 2,300 students have applied for summer employment through Dallas Works — which focuses on young people ages 15-24 — this year. The program connects those young […]

In Stanley Cup playoffs, puck stops here

In Stanley Cup playoffs, puck stops here

By David Mullen The Dallas Stars qualified for the 2022 Stanley Cup playoffs in the last week of the season. Despite a final stretch against inferior teams, the Stars needed an epic collapse by the Nashville Predators in the final game of the season to secure the first Wild Card spot in the Western Conference […]

Crime Watch — Vol. 13, No. 18

Crime Watch — Vol. 13, No. 18

April 27 — 10:40 a.m. 9600 Block, Forest Ln. (75243) Harassment: Suspect repeatedly called complainant, refusing to leave her alone.  April 27 — 2:40 p.m.  2200 Block, N. Central Expy. (75204) Accident Involving Damage to Vehicle: Suspect involved in traffic crash fled scene w/o leaving ID. April 27 — 5:45 p.m. 6500 Block, Melody Ln. […]

Many hands make for light work

By Nancy Black It was like being the first person in line at Fletcher’s Corny Dogs on the opening day of the State Fair of Texas! The grease was fresh, the smell of funnel cakes was in the air and the party was just beginning. Lake a Palooza, at the Bath House Cultural Center, was […]

Couple opens home for Garden Concert

Couple opens home for Garden Concert

The Orchestra of New Spain (ONS) will present its second Garden Concert of the 2021-22 season on Saturday, May 14 at 5:30 p.m. on the garden patio of Jud and Julie Pankey (rain date, Sunday May 15 at 5:30 p.m.). “These outdoor concerts offer a relaxed setting for both safety and camaraderie, and the   […]

Animal mothers have their tentacles full

Animal mothers have their tentacles full

By Dr. Beth Leermakers Some animal mothers go to extraordinary lengths to birth and/or raise their young. In celebration of Mother’s Day, let’s honor a few animal Super Moms: Giant Pacific Octopus —  The Ultimate Sacrifice  Giant Pacific Octopuses mate only once, toward the end of their three to five year life span. About a  […]

Rock icons inspire new Eisemann show

Rock icons inspire new Eisemann show

By Shari Goldstein Stern The moment you hear the smooth, but powerful beat of “Movin’ Out,” on Friday, May 6 at 8 p.m. in the Eisemann Performance Center in Richardson, you will know you’re at the right place. You will feel the beat again on Friday, June 10 with “GO NOW!” Both concerts are just […]

Parade, music, food highlight annual event

Parade, music, food highlight annual event

By Taylor Mayad Ushering in the summer season with a colorful celebration of Indian culture and spirituality, the third annual Festival of Joy will take place on Saturday, May 21, from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. at Klyde Warren Park (2012 Woodall Rodgers Fwy., Dallas). The free festival, presented by Kalachandji’s, Sewell Lexus and American Airlines, brings […]

Ball raises critical funds for education

Ball raises critical funds for education

This year’s Junior Symphony Ball (JSB) at Gilley’s was a huge success, carefully executed by more than 300 committee members. More than 2400 students from 35 schools attended a celebratory evening with dinner, dancing and music. The total dollars were tallied, and a tremendous sum has been raised by the students. At a recent private […]