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 […]
All are welcome to attend an age-old Anglican and Episcopalian tradition of Evensong and the Burning of the Greens on Sunday, Jan. 5, at 5 p.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 848 Harter Road in East Dallas. The evening kicks off at 5 p.m. with Evensong, a beautiful and prayerful service in the church featuring […]
This beautiful photograph of the sun peeking over White Rock Lake was taken by Casey Castillo. Here’s what Casey said about the moment: “I was in such a hurry that morning. I was running late to meet a running group that I’m in. We were there to work on our time for an upcoming run. […]
The annual Homeless Point in Time (PIT) Count in Dallas and Collin Counties will be held on the evening of January 23, 2025. Organized by Housing Forward NTX and required by the federal government, this PIT event is the annual count of individuals experiencing homelessness. Hundreds of adult volunteers are needed. Sign up today! […]
1 tablespoon vegetable oil 2 shallots, minced 1 Thai chili, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon minced lemongrass 1 tablespoon minced ginger 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 tablespoon fish sauce 4 cups chicken broth 2 (13.5-ounce) cans coconut milk 1-pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces 8 ounces sliced cremini mushrooms Juice […]
By Melanie Mayfield Gather at McRae’s American Bistro & Cocktails to ring in 2025 with friends and family in casual, yet sophisticated style. The eclectic and intriguing dining room, and attentive service creates the perfect backdrop for couples or friends to close out 2024 in an extraordinary manner. Chef Alejandro serves a special menu from […]
By Juliette Coulter On Wednesday, January 15, 2025, more than 1,000 teen members from across North Texas will gather at the third annual Texas Peer-to-Peer Youth Conference to connect and learn from others about how to break the stigma of discussing mental health and to provide help and hope for their fellow students and communities. […]