Vol. 16, No. 43 — October 31 – November 6, 2025
Opera presents ‘universal story’
By Catherine Wendlandt The Dallas Opera (TDO) presents the Dallas premiere of French composer Francis Poulenc’s “Dialogues of the Carmelites,” opening on November 7 at the Winspear Opera House. The opera tells the gripping true story of the Martyrs of Compiègne, a convent of nuns executed during the French Revolution. More than two centuries later, […]
Goldman Sachs employees help children
By Rosanne Lewis The Champion of Children Award Dinner hosted by Dallas CASA took place on October 9 at The Fairmont. The agency honored Goldman Sachs with the Jan and Judge Barefoot Sanders Champion of Children Award for its dedication to Dallas children. Since 1998, Archon Group, now Goldman Sachs, has served as a co-host […]
Mockingbird Station haunted for Halloween
By Haley Davis Get ready for chills, thrills and plenty of treats! This Halloween, Mockingbird Station is turning up the fun with a community-wide Trunk or Treat celebration on Friday, Oct. 31, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. This free, family-friendly event invites Dallas locals, students and families to don their best costumes and enjoy an […]
Big Tex says: I need new boots!
By Taylor Pulfer It’s time to hang up Big Tex’s old boots and design a new pair! The 2026 Big Tex Boot Design Contest officially kicks off this week. In 2023, Big Tex got a brand-new pair of custom Lucchese Bootmaker boots, designed by previous contest winner Jessica Bonilla of Irving, Texas, and now he […]
NY-Style Health Salad
1/2 cup red wine vinegar 1/4 cup sugar 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 10-ounce package cole slaw mix In a mixing bowl, whisk together all ingredients except coleslaw until sugar is dissolved. Add coleslaw mix and toss to coat. Refrigerate for 4 hours, toss again and serve.
Crime Watch — Vol. 16, No. 42
Oct 14 — 5 p.m. 11300 Block Lippitt Ave. (75218) Assault – Preliminary Investigation *Non Family Violence: The suspect pushed one complainant and cut another complainant’s hand with a gun. Oct 14 — 5:25 p.m. 2600 Block N. Haskell Ave. (75204) Terroristic Threat: The suspect verbally placed the complainant in imminent fear of serious bodily […]
Dallas ISD students prepare for lifesaving careers
From Dallas ISD Staff Reports Clifton W.’s school day looks a little different than most. When he arrives at Franklin D. Roosevelt High School of Innovation, Clifton’s first class isn’t about a book or in a lecture. Instead, he heads to the weight room, where he focuses on strength, agility and fitness exercises designed to […]
State Fair committed to projects
By Taylor Pulfer As the Midway lights dim and Big Tex waves his final farewell, the 2025 State Fair of Texas comes to a close — yet the memories made this season continue to shine across the Lone Star State. During its 24-day run, the 2025 State Fair welcomed an estimated two million people through […]
Funds raised benefit scholarships, nonprofits
The Dallas-area Chi Omega Alumnae group proudly hosted its 48th Annual Chi Omega Christmas Market (COCM) at Dallas Market Hall, September 24-27. This beloved holiday tradition attracted thousands of visitors, who gathered to kick off the festive season early this year. COCM raised vital funds for nine local nonprofit organizations, focusing on key areas such […]