$100K donation match to help animals

$100K donation match to help animals

By Britt Carman In celebration of National Pet Month in May, Communities Foundation of Texas (CFT) presents North Texas Gives to Animals, a fundraising campaign through the NorthTexasGivingDay.org platform.  North Texas Gives to Animals runs through May 31 and includes support from Presenting Sponsor: The Gigi Gartner Charitable Foundation Fund, as well as the Haroon […]

Oreo Brownies

Oreo Brownies

Brownies: 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate 3/4 cup unsalted butter 2 cups sugar 3 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup flour 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt 4 cups Double-Stuf Oreo pieces (about 20 cookies, chopped) Glaze:  2 cups confectioner’s sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste 3 tablespoons milk 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt Heat oven to 350 […]

Fair makes historic increase to scholarship amounts

Fair makes historic increase to scholarship amounts

By Taylor Pulfer This month marks several significant milestones for the Big Tex Scholarship Program as it announces new Big Tex Scholars for 2026. In its 34-year history, the Big Tex Scholarship Program has officially awarded scholarships to more than 3,850 students for a program total of more than $21.4 million. In addition, the State […]

Call for artist entries opens May 26

Call for artist entries opens May 26

By Taylor Mayad With a call for Texas women artists, Texas Vignette will soon open submissions for the Vignette Art Fair, which returns Sept. 30-Oct. 3 at On The Levee in the Dallas Design District (1108 Quaker St., Dallas, TX 75207). In its eighth year, the juried event showcases works exclusively by women artists, spotlighting […]

Valedictorian leaves behind legacy of determination

Valedictorian leaves behind legacy of determination

From Dallas ISD Staff Reports Class of 2026 valedictorian John M., of Woodrow Wilson High School, spent his first days of ninth grade feeling like he was walking in the footsteps of giants. Four years later, the Morehead-Cain Scholarship winner says success is more than being the smartest person in the room; it’s about being the […]

Crime Watch — Vol. 17, No. 21

Crime Watch — Vol. 17, No. 21

May 18 11:42 a.m. 4600 Block Monarch St. (75204) Terroristic Threat/Fear Imminent: Suspect threatened complainant. May 18 4:56 p.m. 6400 Block Skillman St. (75231) Theft of Property: Arrested person took items without making an attempt to pay. May 18 10 a.m. 10400 Block  Las Brisas Dr. (75243) Possession of Controlled Substance: Arrested person had a […]

Service League looking for leaders

Service League looking for leaders

By Ann Williams Women who are seeking to be more involved in the East Dallas community, meet new friends and make a meaningful impact are invited to apply for the 2026–2027 service year with Lakewood Service League. Lakewood Service League (LSL) brings together women from across East Dallas who share a love of volunteering, community […]

Lomelí returns to Dallas Opera as CEO

Lomelí returns to Dallas Opera as CEO

The Dallas Opera Chair Quincy Roberts announced the appointment of David Lomelí (pictured) as the next Kern Wildenthal General Director and CEO, effective June 1. Lomelí returns to The Dallas Opera (TDO) in this new role after serving at the Santa Fe Opera as Chief Artistic Officer and Chief Artistic Advisor for five years, as […]

Registration now open for Mayor’s Fair

Registration now open for Mayor’s Fair

Dallas Mayor Eric L. Johnson recently announced plans for the 30th annual Dallas Mayor’s Back to School Fair, powered by the All Stars Project (ASP) and Junior League of Dallas, which will be held Friday, August 7 at Fair Park in the Automobile Building and Centennial Hall. The fair, hosted by Mayor Johnson, is a […]