Historical horses paved way for freedom

Historical horses paved way for freedom

By Dr. Beth Leermakers As we celebrate Independence Day, let’s honor the military horses who helped us achieve freedom from British rule. In this age of instant communication and delivery, it’s hard to imagine a time when people relied on 4-legged horsepower. We may think of horses charging into battle, but during the American Revolution […]

No one played baseball like Willie Mays

No one played baseball like Willie Mays

By David Mullen In the nearly 150 years of professional baseball, there has been no greater player than Willie Mays, who died on June 18 at age 93. The baseball world lost a legend. I lost a hero.  Known as “The Say Hey Kid,” Mays had a national following — without the benefit of 24-hour […]

McRae’s celebrates milestone event

McRae’s celebrates milestone event

Fourth of July weekend, the award-winning bistro and cocktail bar is bursting with excitement as they celebrate not only our nation’s independence, but the first year serving friends and neighbors in the East Dallas community. During dinner service on Friday, July 5 through Sunday, July 7, Chef Alejandro will present a patriotic prix fixe menu. […]

Campers learning while exploring

Campers learning while exploring

In Seagoville, Texas, on a sprawling 500-acre plot, a new adventure awaits city kids every day at the STEM Environmental Education Center (EEC). Trading urban surroundings with the great outdoors, Dallas ISD’s campers in the Summer Science Enrichment Program learn about aquatic science, entomology, astronomy, ornithology and geology while making memories and friendships amid scientific […]

Army Reserve Band part of holiday festivities

Army Reserve Band part of holiday festivities

By Julian Bowman Celebrate the Fourth of July at Fair Park Fourth, presented by Regions Bank, on Thursday, July 4, starting at 4:30 p.m. Free and open to the public, Fair Park Fourth will offer a diverse range of family-friendly entertainment and experiences, including games, food vendors, photo opportunities, live music from the 395th Army […]

Cold Sesame Soba Noodles

Cold Sesame Soba Noodles

Salt, for cooking water 1 (9.5-ounce) package  soba noodles 1 cup sesame seeds, toasted 1/4 cup soy sauce 3 tablespoons rice vinegar 3 tablespoons honey 3 tablespoons toasted  sesame oil 6 green onions, thinly sliced Heat a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add soba noodles and cook, stirring from time to time, […]

In Memoriam — Bernice Pearl (Hooks) Nicklas

In Memoriam — Bernice Pearl (Hooks) Nicklas

1917 — 2024 Bernice Pearl (Hooks) Nicklas, the youngest of 12 children, was born Sunday, December 23, 1917, and passed away Tuesday, May 21, 2024, after a short illness of pneumonia. She was born at home in Adrian, Pa. Her early years were spent on the family farm with her parents and the remaining nine […]

Crime Watch — Vol. 15, No. 25

Crime Watch — Vol. 15, No. 25

June 11 — 12:09 a.m. 5600 Block E. Mockingbird Ln. (75206) Assault with Bodily Injury: The complainant reported that the suspect pushed and struck him with his hands and a taser, causing pain. June 11 — 9:49 a.m. 300 Block E. Lawther Dr. (75218) Possession of a Controlled Substance: The arrested person was found to be in possession of […]

Garden presents flags, flowers, 4th of July fun

Garden presents flags, flowers, 4th of July fun

By Sydney Manchester Celebrate the Fourth of July holiday at the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden during Independence Day Family Fun Weekend presented by Primrose Schools in Dallas – Fort Worth.  Independence Day Family Fun Weekend features several exciting events including a special glove encounter with Window to the Wild, live music, a petting zoo, […]

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