BRANCHING OUT By Tamara Aquino The Dallas Park and Recreation Department’s Branching Out reforestation program brings volunteers of all ages together to plant oaks, elms and other tree species at Dallas parks. Through Branching Out, the department is working to increase Dallas’ tree canopy to 37 percent by 2040. More than 40 volunteers recently planted […]
By Natalie Merrill Prior to becoming a successful business owner and respected philanthropist in the Dallas area, Kim Chen had to endure and overcome multiple hardships and obstacles in order to experience the freedom she longed for as a young woman in Vietnam. Only 21 years old and two months pregnant with her first child, […]
From Staff Reports In a remarkable feat of camaraderie and culinary prowess, St. Thomas Aquinas’ Boy Scouts Troop 43 emerged victorious, securing the coveted “Best in Show” Trophy at the annual STA Knights of Columbus Fall Food Festival held this past Saturday. Troop 43 braved “chili” temperatures, as they competed against dozens of “well-seasoned” competitors […]
3 delicata squash, seeded and sliced into 1/2-inch slices 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons five-spice powder Kosher salt and black pepper Heat oven to 400F. Line a baking sheet with parchment. In a large bowl, toss squash with oil, then add five-spice and toss again. Season with salt and pepper and toss again. Spread […]
November 7 — 10 a.m. 6700 Block Greenville Ave. (75231) Theft by Deception (Fraud): The suspect altered the complainant’s online bank account information and then cashed a check from it. November 7 — 1 p.m. 2000 Block N. Prairie Ave. (75204) Auto Theft: The arrested person was caught driving a stolen vehicle. November 8 — […]
More than just a pastime, esports can be a promising career path for students with the potential to earn a living. Dallas ISD’s aspiring young gamers will get their chance to turn passion into profession at the district’s first “Careers in Gaming Expo” at 5:30 p.m., Nov. 29 at New Tech High School at B.F. […]
The 56th Annual Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot, one of the nation’s largest multi-event races, will take over the streets of Downtown Dallas on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, Nov. 23. Sponsored by Texas Health, event organizers anticipate more than 15,000 runners and walkers to cross the finish line near Dallas City Hall. Proceeds of the Turkey Trot […]
By Dr. Beth Leermakers “Laughter is wine for the soul.” — Sean O’Casey I don’t laugh as often as I’d like to. Some days my dogs are the only reason I have to chuckle. This morning I watched my foster dogs chasing each other around my yard, pausing only to wrestle in the dirt. Did […]