Teens encouraged to ditch the devices

Teens encouraged to ditch the devices

By Julia Miller Summer at White Rock Lake is part of life around East Dallas. But there’s something special about being on the lake — not just beside it. Rowing, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) and kayaking offer children more than just a way to pass the time. They offer freedom, focus and friendship. And maybe even […]

Hoisin Brussels Sprouts

Hoisin Brussels Sprouts

1/4 cup hoisin sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce  2 tablespoons vegetable oil  1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon minced ginger  1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper  1 pound brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved  Heat oven to 425F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper. In a mixing bowl, whisk together hoisin, soy, oil, […]

Calling all amateur bakers, creatives! The Fair wants you!

Calling all amateur bakers, creatives! The Fair wants you!

By Taylor Pulfer Texans, it is time to showcase local talent and creativity. The 2025 State Fair of Texas Arts & Crafts and Cooking Contest Guides are now available for download at BigTex.com/CreativeArts.  A time-honored tradition since the Fair began more than 130 years ago, the State Fair’s Creative Arts team holds pre-Fair arts and […]

Crow launches ‘Texas Ties’ series

Crow launches ‘Texas Ties’ series

By Becky Mayad This spring, the Crow Museum of Asian Art will unveil three exciting exhibitions at its downtown Dallas Arts District location, showcasing the dynamic work of international and self-taught artists. Opening April 5, the museum will present Cecilia Chiang: Don’t Tell Me What to Do, Anila Quayyum Agha: Let One Bird Sing, and […]

Crime Watch — Vol. 16, No. 12

Crime Watch — Vol. 16, No. 12

March 11  2:24 a.m. 9100 Block Skillman St. (75243) Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon: The suspect shot in the direction of the complainants and made verbal threats. March 11  9:32 a.m. 9800 Block Walnut St. (75243) Terroristic Threat Causing Imminent Fear: The suspect made verbal threats to kill the complainant and her dog. March 12  2:25 […]

Church uses power of music to move others

Church uses power of music to move others

By Mark McKenzie  Wilshire Baptist Church will present “In Songs and Stories,” an original “vignette-styled musical,” in its Sanctuary on Wednesday, March 26 at 6 p.m. and again on Saturday, March 29 at 2:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. The show is the eleventh offering from Wilshire’s Faith in 3D […]

Joplin concert to benefit future generations

Joplin concert to benefit future generations

The African American Museum, Dallas will present The Scott Joplin Chamber Orchestra of Houston in Concert on Saturday, March 22 at 5 p.m. at The Black Academy of Arts and Letters Bruton Theater (1309 Canton St. in Dallas). The orchestra’s ninth Dallas appearance will honor one of the most notable saxophonists of all time — […]

Rangers look for return to 2023 form

Rangers look for return to 2023 form

By David Mullen In the 2025 baseball season, there may be only one team that can keep the Los Angeles Dodgers from winning their second consecutive World Series. And despite the hope and hype coming from the American League teams in the AL East, it could be the Texas Rangers that gridlock LA’s rush to […]

‘Play Days’ statue from DMA has new home

‘Play Days’ statue from DMA has new home

Behind the construction fence in A Woman’s Garden at the Dallas Arboretum, a new vision for the garden room known as Pecan Parterre is underway. A majestic native Texas pecan tree anchors the garden. It is surrounded by an ornamental arrangement of plantings or a “parterre,” hence this garden’s name. In addition to beautiful trees, […]