Vol. 15, No. 40 — October 11 – 17, 2024
Crime Watch — Vol. 15, No. 39
September 24 — 5 p.m. 1700 Block N. Peak St. (75204) Assault with Bodily Injury: The complainant told police that she was assaulted by an unknown male. September 24 — 6:30 p.m. 11400 Block Garland Rd. (75218) Forged Financial Instrument: An unknown suspect presented a fake Texas ID and fake check to be cashed. September 25 — […]
Roasted Shishitos with Soy-Garlic Mayo
12 ounces shishito peppers 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 cloves garlic, grated Kosher salt Heat oven to 400F. Line a sheet pan with foil. In a large bowl, toss together peppers and oil until peppers are coated. Season with salt and toss again. Spread into an even layer […]
How-to presentations part of book fair
By Becky Mayad Celebrating African American literacy and history, the 20th-annual Tulisoma South Dallas Book Fair returns Saturday, Oct. 26, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the African American Museum, Dallas in historic Fair Park (3536 Grand Ave., Dallas, TX 75210). Free and open to the public, the event features readings and book signings by African […]
Slayton brings years of service to Arboretum
By Juliette Coulter The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden has named Amber Slayton as chief operating officer. A Texas native, she brings a passion for gardens and for the City of Dallas and its vibrant cultural community. Slayton has spent more than two decades practicing local government law, most notably establishing and leading an in-house […]
St. John’s Episcopal hosts Blessing of the Animals
Animal lovers and owners are invited to bring their dogs, cats or any beloved pet to the annual Blessing of the Animals this Saturday, Oct. 5, at noon at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 848 Harter Road in Dallas. The service will be outdoor on the Greenspace along Harter Road. The service is reminder of the […]
Other species don’t need words to communicate
By Beth Leermakers Actions speak louder than words. In the animal kingdom, communication often occurs nonverbally. How much do you know about verbal and nonverbal animal communication? Take this quiz to find out —and learn a few interesting facts. 1. Which is NOT a way that animals communicate? A. Dancing B. Pheromones C. Poop D […]
Does NFL represent parity or mediocrity?
By David Mullen From former NFL commissioner Pete Rozelle to current czar Roger Goodell, the National Football League (NFL) has embraced the concept of team parity. The NFL believes that the basic tenet in achieving parity is a revenue sharing plan and a player salary cap granting — in theory — all teams in any […]
Dallas Fire Rescue offers free smoke alarms
Dallas Fire Rescue Department is proud to partner with the National Fire Protection Association, or NFPA, to promote National Fire Prevention Week, which is October 6-12. This year’s theme for Fire Prevention Week is “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!” The campaign works to educate everyone about the importance of having working smoke alarms […]
MMM MMM GOOD? Nope. DARN good!
By Warren Black Sometimes, people need to just tell it like it is. That’s what Andy and Nina Salinas do. All they need to say is, “Darn Good Corn,” and, judging from the lines that surround their booth every year at the State Fair of Texas, lots of people come running. But good food is […]