Toilets chic in today’s bathroom

By Stephan Sardone [email protected] For years, remodeling the kitchen was the first in-home project considered. From new appliances to repurposing cabinets to creating an island paradise in the middle of the room, dollars were invested in the kitchen as it morphed into an entertainment center as well. Most real estate experts will tell you that […]

Churnin encourages children to dream big

By Shari Goldstein Stern Nancy Churnin made a pledge to a deaf man who was a total stranger. She learned his name, Steve Sandy and he asked her to write a story about the deaf baseball player, William Hoy. It seemed that Sandy had emailed her expressing appreciation that she had written about his son’s […]

‘A Quiet Place’ must be experienced to be believed

By Chic DiCiccio “A Quiet Place” may be one of the best movies about the ups and downs of parenting ever. Of course, the ups include living to see another day and the downs involve a potential ghastly death. This thriller/horror film is a giant metaphor designed to prey on every nerve in the body […]

Australians have the lowdown on good coffee

By David Mullen Fresh up from the land down under, together these men at work have come to Dallas hoping to provide a product experience that is over the top. Mark Lowes and younger brother Adam have opened LDU Coffee, a corner retail space in a never-been-lived- in space at 2650 Fitzhugh Ave. about four […]

City encourages pollinator gardens

City encourages pollinator gardens

By Sabra Girard Texas Discovery Garden’s (TDG) highly anticipated two-day pollinator plant sale event is on April 7 and 8. Guests can explore and purchase more than 600 varieties of rare native and adapted pollinator-friendly plants; many of which cannot be found locally. The celebrated Director of Horticulture Roger Sanderson greenhouse staff and dozens of […]

Vol. 9, No. 42

March 28 – 5:57 a.m. 10700 Block, Ferguson Rd. (75228) Aggravated Robbery of an Individual: The complainant alleges that an unknown male suspect stole her vehicle while holding her at knifepoint. March 28 – 8:39 a.m. 4900 Block, Junius St. (75214) Theft of Property: An unknown suspect stole the complainant’s bicycle. March 28 – 1:32 […]

Foster harmonious new cat relationships

Foster harmonious new cat relationships

By Dr. Beth Leermakers A co-worker who has two adult cats is reluctant to adopt another cat, fearing that the older ones won’t accept a new kitty companion. Just because your cat gets along with his current feline friend doesn’t mean he’ll welcome another one into the mix. Because cats are territorial, they won’t necessarily […]

Women help women

Women help women

On March 13, Dallas Women’s Foundation held a patron party for the donors, supporters and honorees of its 2018 Maura Women Helping Women and Young Leader Awards. Leadership Forum & Awards Dinner Selection Committee Co-Chair Brenda Jackson hosted the illustrious group at Lakewood Country Club. Pictured here, from left to right, are: Effie Dennison (Texas […]

University takes control of student free press

University takes control of student free press

By Kylie Madry After an almost-90-year run as SMU’s independent, student-led publishing company, Student Media Company will close its doors in May. Student Media Company independently produces SMU Campus Weekly and the Rotunda yearbook, as well as smudailycampus.com and SMU Look in conjunction with the school’s journalism department. After a decision by the non-profit’s board […]