Steinberg negotiates through sports, life

Steinberg negotiates through sports, life

By David Mullen “I learned everything I needed to learn about negotiation from Ronald Reagan.” Not exactly the admission one would expect from Leigh Steinberg, the antiestablishment 1960s UC Berkeley student turned America’s first “Sports Super-Agent” and the inspiration behind the box office smash “Jerry Maguire.” “I get there [Berkeley] my first year and in […]

Crime Watch — Vol. 12, No. 28

Crime Watch — Vol. 12, No. 28

July 6 – 1 a.m. 9700 Block, Ferris Branch Blvd. (75243) Deadly Conduct: An unknown suspect shot into an unoccupied living room.  July 6 – 8:05 a.m. 1100 Block, N. Buckner Blvd. (75218) Burglary of a Building: Unknown suspects entered the complainant’s closed business and stole food.  July 7 – 2:30 p.m. 2900 Block, Warcola […]

Program grooms students for success

Program grooms students for success

By Tristan Hallman In its second year, Mayor Eric Johnson’s Dallas Works program is putting hundreds of young people to work this summer. Mayor Johnson launched Dallas Works in February 2020 with the goal of eventually employing thousands of young people each summer. He modeled the program on efforts in other cities such as Houston, […]

H2O most important aspect of cat’s diet

H2O most important aspect of cat’s diet

By Dr. Beth Leermakers Nutrition is linked to our pets’ health and wellbeing. A cat’s diet directly affects several illnesses, including obesity, pancreatitis, feline lower urinary tract disease, heart disease and diabetes. Feeding too much low-quality protein can worsen a cat’s kidney disease symptoms.  Despite its importance, many people don’t pay attention to the nutritional […]

Uptown Players prove being smart, silly works

Uptown Players prove being smart, silly works

By Shari Goldstein Stern You might miss the first few words of dialogue when a new character enters the stage. Pay attention. You could find yourself so flabbergasted by the steal-the-show costumes you may lapse into a state of awe. “When Pigs Fly” opened the season at Uptown Players (UP) at Kalita Humphreys Theater last […]

Barley helping Botbyl

Barley helping Botbyl

A fundraiser has been created on behalf of Garry Botbyl. Botbyl is a beloved member of The Barley House kitchen crew. He recently lost his mother and traveled to Florida to attend her funeral. When traveling back to Texas, Botbyl had a seizure at the Houston airport. He fell and hit the concrete with his […]

Chamber asks community to vote

Chamber asks community to vote

Greater East Dallas Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for its annual Business of the Year Awards. There are five categories for consideration, and each nominee will be placed in the appropriate category that fits their criteria. Once nominations are received, each nominee will receive a form to fill out for more detailed information for […]

Open house to highlight heroes, healing

Open house to highlight heroes, healing

By Judy Babb If you want someone to rub you the right way, you’ll want to find your way to the block party at 9219 Garland Rd., located between Buckner Boulevard and the Arboretum. The party is from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, July 17 in front of Well Ground Coffee Community. Four women-owned […]

Chili Crisp Deviled Eggs

Chili Crisp Deviled Eggs

8 eggs, hard boiled, peeled and halved 1/4 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons chili crisp 1 teaspoon rice vinegar 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1 teaspoon sugar Finely diced cucumber, for garnish Scoop yolks from egg halves and mash with mayonnaise, chili crisp, vinegar, soy sauce and sugar. Spoon mixture into egg white halves and top with […]