Stressed out? Stroke an animal for natural relief

Stressed out? Stroke an animal for natural relief

By Dr. Beth Leermakers Interacting with animals can be good for your physical and mental health. Studies have shown that petting a dog or cat lowers blood pressure and reduces stress. Several research studies have demonstrated the stress reducing benefits of interacting with dogs, cats and even horses.  As a horse person, I swear by […]

Big Tex loosens belt for annual contest

Big Tex loosens belt for annual contest

By Karissa Condoianis The final countdown to three of the most coveted food titles in all of Texas begins. The State Fair of Texas is proud to present the 17th Annual Big Tex Choice Awards. On Sunday, August 29, three winners will be crowned in the categories of: “Best Taste – Savory,” “Best Taste – […]

Devoted volunteers celebrate 20 years!

Devoted volunteers celebrate 20 years!

WHITE ROCK DOG PARK By Judy Babb More than 20 years ago, White Rock Lake Dog Park was but a glimmer in the eyes of park founders Andie Comini and Melissa Tinning. They and other dog lovers would secret their dogs out to an area park and take the dogs off leash and let them […]

Audience to join dancers

Audience to join dancers

From AT&T Staff Reports The AT&T Performing Arts Center presents “The Great 30.” Inspired by the experimental nature of the Elevator Project, the production proposed is an interactive, site-specific, dance performance taking place on a complete tour of the AT&T Performing Arts Center. Using the entirety of the campus as a stage, Bombshell Dance Project […]

Strawberry Galette

Strawberry Galette

Filling:  6 cups hulled and quartered strawberries (I used strawberries from Highway 19 Produce from Good Local Market.  Sweet like candy!)  1/4 cup brown sugar 3 tablespoons flour Juice of 1/2 lemon 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 pie crust, either homemade or packaged Flour, for rolling out pie crust 3 tablespoons butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces […]

Market helping close nutrition gap

Market helping close nutrition gap

By Amity Thomas Good Local Markets is excited to announce a new collaboration with Whole Foods Market on the program, “Nourishing Our Neighborhoods,” a nutrition incentive program supporting community-based efforts that help increase food access and promote healthy eating.  As part of the “Nourishing Our Neighborhoods” program, Good Local Markets is doubling SNAP/EBT/P-EBT dollars, up […]

SMU hosts Start-Up Week for small businesses

SMU hosts Start-Up Week for small businesses

By Tristan Hallman Mayor Eric Johnson announced this week that he has partnered with The DEC Network to create the Mayor’s Startup Package, a collection of discounted and free services to help the city’s entrepreneurs succeed. The Mayor’s Startup Package provides more than $500,000 of in-kind offerings — including discounts and pro-bono services — to […]

Undermain goes beneath the surface

Undermain goes beneath the surface

By Theresa Webster For its 38th season, Undermain is creating an exciting array of diverse performance opportunities to inspire and enrich the community and support artists in North Texas. As the COVID-19 pandemic and the fluctuating infection rate continue, the theater hopes to be able to offer live performances in addition to the virtual streaming […]

Vol 12, No. 31 — Crime Watch

Vol 12, No. 31 — Crime Watch

July 27 – 3 p.m. 6100 Block, N. Central Expy. (75206) Aggravated Assault w/ a Deadly Weapon: An unknown suspect displayed a black handgun to the complainant in a threatening manner, causing the complainant to fear for her safety.  July 27 – 9:23 p.m. 6100 Block, E. Mockingbird Ln. (75214) Aggravated Robbery of a Business: […]