Local restaurants support flood relief

Local restaurants support flood relief

In a powerful show of community and compassion, longtime restaurateur Mike McRae and his hospitality group, Fun For All Management — owners of McRae’s American Bistro & Cocktails in East Dallas, Dodie’s Cajun Diner at The Rockwall Harbor and the legendary Stan’s Blue Note on Lower Greenville — have raised $5,000 for Mercy Chefs, a […]

Pepperpalooza ready to fire up taste buds

Pepperpalooza ready to fire up taste buds

From sweet bell peppers to fiery habaneros, the Dallas Arboretum’s Cultivate Series turns up the heat with Pepperpalooza, a one-day celebration of peppers, flavor and fun. Held Saturday, Aug. 9 from 10 a.m.–3 p.m. at A Tasteful Place, this indoor festival invites guests to explore the wild world of peppers through interactive STEM stops, spicy […]

Casson joins MAVS

Casson joins MAVS

By Collin Kim The Dallas Mavericks have appointed Ethan Casson as president of the organization, reporting to Chief Executive Officer Rick Welts, effective Aug. 11. In this newly created role, Casson will oversee much of the team’s day-to-day business operations, while Welts focuses on macro-level strategic initiatives, including the development of a new basketball arena. […]

Crime Watch — August 1 – 7, 2025

Crime Watch — August 1 – 7, 2025

July 22 — Midnight 5800 Block E. University Blvd (75206) Burglary of a Habitation Without Forced Entry: The suspect walked into a house and stole a laptop and a vehicle. July 23 — 3:01 p.m. 5900 Block Abrams Rd. (75231) Collision Involving Damage to a Vehicle: An unknown suspect caused a collision and fled the scene. July […]

School district inspiring future healers

School district inspiring future healers

From DISD Staff Reports Students attending the Future Doctors Camp this summer weren’t the only ones learning new things. Teacher Lawanna Evans, who helped lead the camp, walked away with important lab skills and life lessons of her own. “It’s always interesting to hear from medical students about some of their personal experiences. There has […]

Suspicions of gambling on baseball re-emerge

Suspicions of gambling on baseball re-emerge

By David Mullen With 72 percent confidence, prior to the first game of a three-game series in Anaheim between the Texas Rangers and the Los Angeles Angels on July 28, USA TODAY predicted the Rangers to win 6-3. Their betting experts made the prediction based on “data-driven analysis provided by TrueTandem.” The online odds page […]

Boots make history on way to Washington

Boots make history on way to Washington

By Taylor Pulfer Big Tex’s boots are headed to Washington D.C.! Big Tex’s iconic cowboy boots will leave the great state of Texas for only the second time in their history to be featured in a national museum exhibition. This summer, the State Fair of Texas (Fair) will send Big Tex’s famous size-96 Lucchese boots […]

Summer Tomato Sandwich

Summer Tomato Sandwich

1 (12-inch) loaf ciabatta 2 tablespoons plus  5 tablespoons olive oil, divided  3/4 cup crumbled blue cheese 3/4 cup whipped cream cheese 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar  1 1/2 cups baby arugula  3 heirloom tomatoes,  sliced 1/4 inch thick  Salt and pepper  Heat broiler. Line a baking sheet with parchment or foil. Split bread almost all […]

Wilson roams Mexico with lens

Wilson roams Mexico with lens

By Taylor Mayad Powell The Meadows Museum, SMU, will kick off its much-anticipated 2025–2026 exhibition season with Roaming Mexico: Laura Wilson, opening Sept. 14, and running through Jan. 11, 2026. This personal and visually rich exhibition will feature nearly 90 photographs — most never before published — by the celebrated Texas photographer. While Wilson is […]

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