Vol. 12, No. 43 — October 29 – November 4, 2021
Halloween Rice
2 cups long-grain rice, rinsed 3 cups vegetable or chicken stock, or as needed 1 cup pumpkin 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 cup frozen corn 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese Cilantro, for garnish (optional) Salt and pepper to taste In a Dutch oven, stir together rice, stock and pumpkin. Heat over medium […]
Brown’s images document cultural heritage
By Becky Mayad Showcasing powerfully relevant photography of Palmyra from 1989, the Edith O’Donnell Institute of Art History of The University of Texas at Dallas presents Carolyn Brown and Palmyra: An Ancient City Through the Lens. The exhibition runs through Jan. 2 at the Crow Museum of Art of The University of Texas at Dallas, located in the Dallas Arts District […]
Dallas kicks it up for big party
By David Mullen Dallas entertained guests on October 23 and 24 to flaunt the region’s ability to become a 2026 World Cup host city. Victor Montagliani, FIFA (Federation Internationale de Football Association) vice president and Concacaf (Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football) president and Colin Smith, FIFA chief tournaments and events officer […]
Speaker series sends message loud and clear
By Suzanne M. Anderson St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church has been awarded a grant from Whitworth University to provide a Speakers Series on anti-racism and diversity and to paint a colorful mural at the church to encourage Lakewood neighbors to “Love One Another.” The church is excited to announce the unveiling of the mural, scheduled for […]
Youth team cheered on by alumni
By Katrina Craycroft Dallas United Crew (DUC) sent 37 athletes, hailing from twelve high schools — it’s largest contingent to date — to Cambridge, Mass., on October 24, to race in the prestigious Head of the Charles Regatta (HOCR), the largest three-day rowing regatta in the world. On a picturesque day, the Charles River vividly […]
What’s your gallon number?
Charles just reached his 150-gallon milestone! WOW! Thank you, Charles, for your dedication to saving lives! He started donating blood in the 1950s, and after he learned about apheresis in the 80s, he’s been donating platelets, too. He’s donated across Texas, from Longview and Tyler to Waco to the DFW area. Between four people in […]
FRI creates a destination for recreation
By Judy Babb White Rock Hills Park at 2229 Highland Road will be rocking Saturday, Nov. 6, as the long-needed city park opens to much fanfare after years of the space being an eyesore and worse. From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the park will be full of fun, food and performances as it celebrates […]
Twice-Cooked Green Beans
1 cup vegetable oil 1 pound green beans, trimmed 1/4 cup chicken broth 1 tablespoon soy sauce 2 teaspoons minced garlic 2 teaspoons chile bean paste 1/4 teaspoon toasted sesame oil 2 teaspoons granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch mixed in 1 teaspoon water Green onions, sliced, for garnish (optional) Heat oil […]
Neighbors oppose zoning change on Highland Road
By Rebecca Boatman Many knew the property on Highland Road as the old trailer park. In 2006, the residents were evicted, and the trailers were removed. It was fenced in and put up for sale. These four plus acres are partially in the flood plain and are filled with over one hundred old growth hardwoods […]