By Nancy Black It sounds like a heavy metal rock band, right? The Twisted Ovary? But it’s not. It’s what I had this past week. I might as well write about it, since everyone who was in the hospital’s emergency room with me that day knows what was wrong with me, too. They didn’t find […]
By Dr. Beth Leermakers “Dogs come when they’re called; cats take a message and get back to you later.” — Mary Bly Many cats are independent, aloof creatures, so it can be difficult to interpret their behavior and know what they’re thinking and […]
By Karissa Condoianis The final countdown to three of the most coveted food titles in all of Texas begins. The State Fair of Texas is proud to present the 18th Annual Big Tex Choice Awards finalists. On Sunday, August 28, three winners will be crowned in the categories of: “Best Taste – Savory,” “Best Taste […]
Located at 3966 McKinney Ave., just north of Blackburn Street, Church of the Incarnation Episcopal will host a Back to School Immunization Clinic and free sports physicals. The event is free to the public and is an easy way to bring your child’s shots up to date. It is sponsored by Church of the Incarnation […]
After a two-year hiatus, the Tulisoma South Dallas Book Fair — the Southwest African American experience in books and story — returns on Saturday, Aug. 20 from noon-4 p.m. at the African American Museum, Dallas in Fair Park. Tulisoma — a Swahili word that means “we read” — is a community-based festival promoting literacy and […]
By Marie Earley Dallas artists Brad Oldham and Christy Coltrin have made and donated a stainless-steel owl sculpture named Wise in memory of long-time neighborhood resident Belva Becker, who died suddenly five years ago. In 2011, Belva Becker donated the first owl sculpture named Whimsy, created by Brad Oldham Sculpture, in honor of her late […]
By Simon Pruitt Sons of Hermann Hall knows how to evolve. Since 1911, the Deep Ellum venue staple has molded its image from a German-American cultural center, into a swing dancing floor, and now a concert venue. Ask any Dallasite about what the building is and you’ll probably get the same answer. “Sons” is historically […]
1½ pounds new potatoes ½ cup mayonnaise ¼ cup buttermilk 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar ¼ cup chopped fresh tarragon ¼ cup minced Italian parsley leaves ¼ cup chopped fresh chives Kosher salt and black pepper _______ Add potatoes to a large saucepan and cover with water. Season water with salt and bring to a […]
By David Mullen On July 31, NBA legend Bill Russell died peacefully at his home in the Seattle suburb with his wife, Jeannine, by his side. He was 88 years old. On Aug. 2, legendary sports announcer Vin Scully died peacefully at his home in Los Angeles with his family by his side. He was […]