By Ed Bark It’s now been 60 years since troubadours Simon & Garfunkel made “The Sound of Silence” their first No. 1 hit. It plays on. As does versatile organist Benjamin Kolodziej, who is still performing his own “sounds to silents.” It’s Kolodziej’s tribute to what long ago was standard practice before becoming an all […]
THE YEAR OF THE SNAKE Marking the Year of the Snake, the Crow Museum of Asian Art of The University of Texas at Dallas, in partnership with NorthPark Center, will present the Lunar New Year Celebration on Saturday, Jan. 25, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m., at NorthPark Center. Fun for all ages, this signature event, which […]
Two days before the 1976 Texas presidential primary, former President Jimmy Carter spoke at SMU’s McFarlin Auditorium to a crowd of 2,400, his third campaign event of the day. Carter entered to the song “This Is My Country” where, according to the The Dallas Morning News, “the crowd almost came out of the double balconies.” […]
December 17 7 a.m. 5700 Block N. Jim Miller Rd. (75228) Auto Theft: An unknown suspect stole the unlocked and running vehicle from the parking lot. December 17 8:33 a.m. 8700 Valley View Ln. (75243) Collision Involving Injury: The suspect’s vehicle hit the complainant’s lower leg. December 17 3 p.m. 8000 Block Forest Ln. […]
4 flounder fillets 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 1 1/2 cups panko 3/4 cup finely grated Parmesan Salt and pepper, to taste Heat oven to 400F. Line a baking sheet with parchment. Lay flounder fillets on prepared baking sheet and season lightly with salt and pepper. Brush with butter. In mixing bowl, combine panko, Parmesan […]
By Dr. Beth Leermakers Is “make a difference” on your list of New Year’s resolutions? If so, there are plenty of opportunities to help homeless animals while keeping your other resolutions (such as getting more exercise, decluttering your house, or meeting new people). Help animals without leaving your house Donate items from your favorite shelter or […]
From Dallas ISD Staff Reports The Barack Obama Male Leadership Academy choir spread holiday cheer around the city this past month. From singing at malls and professional sporting events to performing in their annual showcase, students are working hard to bring the seasonal joy to everyone around them. “The holiday performances are by far my […]
By David Mullen The sports world lost many legends, personalities and contributors in 2024. Baseball had a particularly solemn year. Three Hall of Famers, another who missed the Hall because he broke baseball’s golden rule and a player that captivated millions all passed away. The greatest baseball player of all time — Hall of Fame […]
The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden presents the 40th annual Dallas Blooms 2025: ‘Outside the Ordinary,’ the largest annual floral festival in the Southwest. Running from February 22 until April 13, Dallas Blooms will showcase more than 500,000 spring-blooming bulbs in a spectacular display that includes 350,000 tulips, along with vibrant daffodils, hyacinths and cherry […]