The end of the school year is almost here, but nothing can slow our community down. Before I recognize some incredible accomplishments from our students and staff, I want to take this opportunity to thank everyone who came out to provide input in the superintendent search. Every voice matters in District 3! Reaching new heights […]
Dallas Pride is out and proud with a return to Fair Park June 4-5 to celebrate love and inclusion. Pride weekend kicks off with the Dallas Pride Music Festival on Saturday, followed by Dallas Pride’s Alan Ross Texas Freedom Parade on Sunday. The festivities begin on Saturday in Fair Park with the Dallas Pride Music […]
The 33rd annual Texas Black Invitational Rodeo, presented by the African American Museum, Dallas, will return to the Fair Park Coliseum as a part of the Juneteenth Celebration Weekend on Saturday, June 18 at 7 p.m. The rodeo is the museum’s largest annual fundraiser. The Texas Black Invitational Rodeo offers up an exciting night as […]
By Trista Moxley CC Young and The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of North Texas (OLLI at UNT) signed a three-year Partnership Agreement with CC Young Senior Living in Dallas. As part of this agreement, OLLI at UNT’s Dallas-based courses will be held exclusively at The Point, CC Young’s 20,000 square foot multipurpose […]
By Nancy Smith The International Society revived its Cinco de Mayo party tradition for the first time since COVID lockdowns with a spirited Mexican-themed celebration on May 5 at the Highland Park home of Barbara Crow. More than 55 members and guests wore their South of the Border finery to the celebration, which was decorated […]
By Dr. Beth Leermakers North Texas animal advocates are rejoicing. On May 11, the Dallas City Council voted unanimously to pass the Humane Pet Store Ordinance. The ordinance will ban the sale of puppies and kittens in Dallas pet stores and help prevent cruel breeding practices. “Since January 2021, we have been working tirelessly to […]
By David Mullen Among the key players on the Dallas Mavericks 2021-22 roster, Jalen Brunson, Spencer Dinwiddie and Dwight Powell were second round NBA draft choices. Sometimes, future NBA stars don’t need a second chance, they need a chance at being second. Former college star, EuroLeague player and NBA scout Pete Mickeal knows firsthand the […]
By Heather Tomlin The White Rock Lake Foundation (WRLF) plans to raise upwards of $400,000 to restore, repair and refresh the historic event venue Winfrey Point. Making aesthetic improvements to the 2,500 square-foot facility overlooking the lake has been on WRLF’s radar for years. After receiving approval from the Dallas Parks and Recreation and The […]
May 3 — 12:30 a.m. 11500 Block, Plano Rd. (75243) Aggravated Robbery: Unknown suspects pointed a pistol at complainants and stole property. May 3 — 10:35 a.m. 9700 Block, Forest Ln. (75243) Assault by Verbal Threat: Suspect threatened to beat the complainant up. May 3 — 10:40 p.m. 9800 Block, Walnut St. (75204) Resisting Arrest: […]