Charlie wins Golden Ticket, wows judges

Charlie wins Golden Ticket, wows judges

By Judy Babb Steam infused with the smell of sautéed onions, the beginnings of a base for a chowder and a sauce made with vanilla bean — the must-have ingredient for the World Food Championship finals, Nov. 8 at Fair Park.   Charlie Kobdish stirred, tasted and ran through his recipe to ensure he hadn’t missed […]

O’Neal honored for 50 years of service

O’Neal honored for 50 years of service

By Ann Thomas Gary O’Neal will be honored November 14 for an unprecedented 50 years of service as director of music/organist at St. Mark Presbyterian Church in East Dallas. The celebration begins during the church’s regular worship service at 10:30 a.m., followed by a congregational luncheon. Ann O’Neal, Gary’s wife of 48 years and an […]

Campus seeking special memories

Campus seeking special memories

By Brynn Bagot CC Young, a premier, non-profit senior living community near White Rock Lake, will celebrate its Centennial in 2022.  This special anniversary will celebrate CC Young’s legacy and achievement since receiving its charter as a home for the elderly in 1922. Since then, CC Young’s mission continues to be the same … serving […]

FTLOTL gives grab and go new meaning

FTLOTL gives grab and go new meaning

The For the Love of the Lake (FTLOTL) office will be open Saturday, Nov. 13 at 8 a.m. for a drive-thru only (do not get out of your vehicle) to pick up supplies for the Second Saturday Shoreline Spruce-Up event. The offices are located at 1152 N. Buckner Blvd. Suite #123 in Dallas. Volunteers will […]

Local fleet hosts state Snipe regatta

Local fleet hosts state Snipe regatta

By Mindy Michaels Dallas Snipe Fleet #001 of Corinthian Sailing Club brought back the historic Texas State Snipe Championship Regatta over Halloween weekend. Thirteen Snipe boats competed at White Rock Lake. Two races on Saturday, Oct. 30 in light wind was followed by a costume party dinner in the clubhouse. Sunday, Oct. 31 offered up […]

Johnson shares White House memories

Johnson shares White House memories

By Juliette Coulter On October 26, the Dallas Arboretum hosted its Great Contributors Dinner honoring Luci Baines Johnson, daughter of President Lyndon Baines Johnson and Lady Bird Johnson. Benefiting the garden, the evening began with a cocktail hour in the Entry Plaza with country music of Texas by the Dave Alexander Band, twinkling lights and […]

Volunteers honored for giving back

Volunteers honored for giving back

By Roseanne Lewis Dallas CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) gathered to celebrate the annual Champion of Children dinner Oct. 14 at The Rustic. The event annually recognizes those in the community who are standing up for the best interests of children. The event raised more than $300,000 for Dallas CASA, which provides trained community volunteers […]

Is your cat depressed? Look for warning signs

Is your cat depressed? Look for warning signs

By Dr. Beth Leermakers Me-owwww … Your cat may be trying to tell you she’s in emotional pain. Cats are emotional creatures who can become stressed or depressed. Many cat owners don’t recognize the sometimes subtle signs of a sad cat.  What Causes  Depression in Cats? Loss of a family member. Although we often think […]