By Warren Black There would be no argument that BBQ is the official food of Texas, and no one represents BBQ at the State Fair of Texas (Fair) like the king of BBQ — Smokey John’s BBQ. John “Smokey” Reaves was a career entrepreneur from the time he turned 18. He started in the home […]
6 cups cornflakes 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter 1 1/3 cups light brown sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips Heat oven to 375F. Line a sheet pan with parchment or foil. Place cornflakes in a large mixing bowl. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine butter, brown sugar and […]
October 1 — 9:40 p.m. 6800 Block Greenville Ave. (75231) Terroristic Threat with Imminent Fear of Serious Bodily Injury: An unknown suspect threatened the complainant and reached into a bag. October 1 — 10:40 p.m. 11300 Block L.B.J. Fwy. (75238) Disorderly Conduct: The complainant told police that the suspect had displayed a firearm and alarmed him. October […]
By Michelle Metzger As Baby Boomers face their own challenges with future care decisions and limited senior living options, their adult children also have their own concerns about planning for the future for their aging parents — often having their own priorities and concerns that can make the discussion about what to do a challenge. […]
As Hispanic Heritage Month continues, Oak Cliff nonprofit Flamenco Fever is gearing up for its 10th annual Oak Cliff Flamenco Festival — now known as the Texas Flamenco Festival — that spans the month of October with an array of events in Dallas and San Antonio. Flamenco Fever also is at the helm of the […]
By Taylor Mayad The 76th Annual Big Tex Youth Livestock Auction stole many hearts at this year’s State Fair of Texas. The Auction kicked off on Friday, October 4, with the sale of the Grand Champion Market Steer. This year’s prize-winning steer was purchased by longtime State Fair donor, Frank Deel, with his generous bid […]
By David Mullen When compared to the three other area major professional sports teams, Dallas Stars fans are spoiled. They have experienced a success rate that no other local team can claim. Call it “The Stars treatment.” Since Dallas’ initial 1993-94 season, after 26 campaigns as the Minnesota North Stars, the Stars have only had […]
By Warren Black Few family traditions run deeper at the State Fair of Texas (Fair) than the Winter family legacy. Fernie’s Funnel Cakes was the original funnel cake at the Fair and has been a long-time tradition for many families since the early 1980s. “We put the ‘fun’ in Funnel Cake,” Chief Frying Officer (CFO) […]