By Dr. Beth Leermakers The bond between children and pets is magical, and caring for a pet strengthens that bond. In addition to teaching children responsibility and empathy, taking care of a cat or dog may provide physical and mental health benefits. Some studies have found that infants and toddlers who grow up with dogs […]
By David Mullen Los Angeles Lakers 40-year-old guard/forward LeBron James had 27 points and recently acquired guard Luka Doncic had his first triple-double for his new team as the Lakers — winners of 15 of the last 19 games — beat an injured Dallas Mavericks team 107-99 at Crypto.com Arena on February 25. Mavericks’ […]
By Lauren Wyatt Dallas Mavericks’ guard Jaden Hardy joined children at the Hampton-Illinois Branch Public Library this week for a Mavs Reading Timeout as part of the Mavs Reading Challenge, presented by Whataburger. Hardy was accompanied by the team’s in-arena host, Chris Arnold, in reading aloud two basketball-themed picture books, “Goodnight Basketball” by Michael Dahl […]
1/4 cup unsalted butter 2 leeks, thinly sliced (white and light green parts only) 1/2 teaspoon allspice 2 carrots, peeled and diced 3 medium yellow potatoes, diced 4 cups seafood or vegetable stock 1 pound salmon, skin removed and cut into 1-inch chunks 2 cups heavy cream 1/4 cup chopped dill, plus more for garnish […]
By Taylor Mayad Powell Nearly five months after the Crow Museum of Asian Art unveiled its second location on The University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas) campus, the museum is announcing its 2025 winter/spring season, packed with new exhibitions, interactive workshops, educational experiences and captivating multimedia performances. Visitors can explore a range of Asian […]
February 11 — 9 a.m. 7000 Block Fair Oaks Ave. (75231) Unauthorized Use of Motor Vehicle: An unknown suspect stole the complainant’s vehicle with a tow truck. February 11 — 9:56 a.m. 8000 Block Forest Ln. (75243) Evading Arrest Detention with a Vehicle: The suspect in a U-Haul vehicle committed traffic violations and refused to stop for […]
By Jennifer Hargrave A team of 17 dedicated high school students from nine different schools across North Texas have united their efforts for a life-changing cause. Under the leadership of Evellyn Hargrave and Lyla Zicarelli, both juniors at the Episcopal School of Dallas, this group — Team Cure Quest — is rallying the community to […]
Communities Foundation of Texas’ (CFT) 2025 Scholarship Cycle is open for the 2025 season, offering 55 different scholarship opportunities. CFT’s 2025 Universal Application empowers students to apply for multiple scholarships with one easy-to-use application. In Fiscal Year 2024, CFT distributed $1.2 million through 574 scholarships awarded. Thanks to the support of CFT’s generous scholarship donors, […]