Vol. 16, No. 31, August 8 – 14, 2025
Mexican Shrimp Cocktail
2 limes 1 medium white onion, half cut into wedges and half diced 1 pound (21-25) shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced 1 large avocado, diced 2 roma tomatoes, seeded and diced 1/2 seedless cucumber, diced 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce 1/2 cup ketchup Kosher salt Saltines, for […]
Outreach program prepares students for college
From Dallas ISD Staff Reports As the 2025–2026 school year approaches, it brings with it new opportunities for growth, achievement and the chance for students to shape their legacy. From starting as freshmen to preparing to graduate as seniors, each step forward represents a pivotal moment on their journey toward adulthood. “The college process can […]
Mayor’s Fair launches students into success
Dallas Mayor Eric L. Johnson, Dallas Independent School District (Dallas ISD) Superintendent Dr. Stephanie S. Elizalde and Junior League of Dallas President Dr. Lindsay Davis welcomed thousands of students to the 29th Annual Dallas Mayor’s Back to School Fair on Friday, Aug. 1. The fair was in Fair Park and featured more than 180 vendors […]
Celebration held prior to ¡Mundo México!
The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden invites the community to celebrate Hispanic heritage and culture during its Hispanic Heritage Celebration, returning Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 13-14. This colorful, family-friendly festival honors Latin traditions through music, food and community partnerships — all set within the Arboretum’s nationally acclaimed garden setting. Held the weekend before the opening […]
Ridding pets of skunk smell requires chemistry
By Beth Leermakers If you’ve ever had a dog or cat sprayed by a skunk, you know how powerful — and long-lasting — the odor can be. Skunks, members of the aptly named Mephitidae family (meaning “stink”), are equipped with one of nature’s most notorious defense mechanisms: the ability to spray their musk. Understanding why […]
NFL to rave about Baltimore Ravens
By David Mullen As the 2025 National Football League season draws near, the most noticeable difference between AFC and NFC teams has got to be the men wearing the small numbers and making the big bucks. Quarterbacks reign supreme in the AFC and must manage their teams and stock portfolios with equal aplomb. Three-time Super […]
Foundation helps nonprofits make impact
North Texas Giving Day By Lexi McCarthy North Texas Giving Day 2025 is less than a month away, and Communities Foundations of Texas and White Rock Lake Weekly are returning with weekly features on nonprofits that serve the White Rock Lake area. In 2024, North Texas Giving Day connected 3,200 local nonprofits with givers, raising […]
Vol. 16, No. 33 — August 22 – 28, 2025
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: ‘Save our library!’
Future funding for the Skillman Southwestern branch of the Dallas Public Library is threatened. It is located at 5707 Skillman St. at Southwestern Blvd, and is the cultural and educational center for the area. It is in District 9. As a patron, I urge all residents of this district to express support to keep this […]