By Taylor Mayad The 76th Annual Big Tex Youth Livestock Auction stole many hearts at this year’s State Fair of Texas. The Auction kicked off on Friday, October 4, with the sale of the Grand Champion Market Steer. This year’s prize-winning steer was purchased by longtime State Fair donor, Frank Deel, with his generous bid […]
By David Mullen When compared to the three other area major professional sports teams, Dallas Stars fans are spoiled. They have experienced a success rate that no other local team can claim. Call it “The Stars treatment.” Since Dallas’ initial 1993-94 season, after 26 campaigns as the Minnesota North Stars, the Stars have only had […]
By Warren Black Few family traditions run deeper at the State Fair of Texas (Fair) than the Winter family legacy. Fernie’s Funnel Cakes was the original funnel cake at the Fair and has been a long-time tradition for many families since the early 1980s. “We put the ‘fun’ in Funnel Cake,” Chief Frying Officer (CFO) […]
September 24 — 5 p.m. 1700 Block N. Peak St. (75204) Assault with Bodily Injury: The complainant told police that she was assaulted by an unknown male. September 24 — 6:30 p.m. 11400 Block Garland Rd. (75218) Forged Financial Instrument: An unknown suspect presented a fake Texas ID and fake check to be cashed. September 25 — […]
12 ounces shishito peppers 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 cloves garlic, grated Kosher salt Heat oven to 400F. Line a sheet pan with foil. In a large bowl, toss together peppers and oil until peppers are coated. Season with salt and toss again. Spread into an even layer […]
By Becky Mayad Celebrating African American literacy and history, the 20th-annual Tulisoma South Dallas Book Fair returns Saturday, Oct. 26, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the African American Museum, Dallas in historic Fair Park (3536 Grand Ave., Dallas, TX 75210). Free and open to the public, the event features readings and book signings by African […]
By Juliette Coulter The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden has named Amber Slayton as chief operating officer. A Texas native, she brings a passion for gardens and for the City of Dallas and its vibrant cultural community. Slayton has spent more than two decades practicing local government law, most notably establishing and leading an in-house […]
Animal lovers and owners are invited to bring their dogs, cats or any beloved pet to the annual Blessing of the Animals this Saturday, Oct. 5, at noon at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 848 Harter Road in Dallas. The service will be outdoor on the Greenspace along Harter Road. The service is reminder of the […]
By Beth Leermakers Actions speak louder than words. In the animal kingdom, communication often occurs nonverbally. How much do you know about verbal and nonverbal animal communication? Take this quiz to find out —and learn a few interesting facts. 1. Which is NOT a way that animals communicate? A. Dancing B. Pheromones C. Poop D […]