By Kristi Bare Wilkinson Center, a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming the lives of Dallas families by providing them pathways to self-sufficiency, announces the 37th annual Carlin Morris Back-to-School Drive. There’s nothing like back-to-school season: the anticipation of new classes and teachers, the eagerness to see friends after the long summer break and brand-new […]
LONE STAR DRAGONS By Cristine Kao The first team from Texas to ever compete at the US Dragon Boat Federation Nationals just did the unexpected — it won its first ever Division Championship to earn a berth on the world stage in 2024. Athletes and spectators witnessed something special this past weekend at US Nationals […]
By David Mullen With two-thirds of the 2023 MLB season complete, teams are beginning to distance themselves from each other. Some clubs can see the October promised land, while others are returning to port. The Texas Rangers, despite some recent rough waters, are charging full speed ahead under their riverboat captain, GM Chris Young. Rangers […]
1 pound rigatoni 12 ounces baby zucchini, quartered 8 ounces mini sweet peppers, stemmed, seeded and quartered 2 cups ricotta 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan Juice of 1 lemon 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional) 1/2 cup toasted pine nuts Olive oil Salt and pepper Heat oven to 400F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment and […]
By Nancy Black My neighbor across the street was found dead in his house earlier this month. His family hadn’t heard from him for more than a week, so they called the police for a welfare check. My heart goes out to my neighbor’s family, who live in Houston. They are devastated. My heart also […]
Walmart began accepting applications this week for its 10th annual Open Call event, inviting small business owners and entrepreneurs everywhere to apply for the opportunity to pitch their products to be sold on Walmart or Sam’s Club shelves or on Walmart.com. Open Call is at the heart of Walmart’s 10-year, $350 billion commitment to strengthening […]
By Christina Rogers The 17th Annual AIA Dallas Tour of Homes, presented by eggersmann Kitchens & Home Living, returns Saturday, Oct. 28 and Sunday, Oct. 29. Dallas’ only citywide home tour curated by architects celebrates the beauty and diversity of residential architecture across North Texas. This year’s tour features six homes, including two in East […]
By Dr. Beth Leermakers Does it really matter what breeds make up your mixed breed dog? While having the right “designer” breed mix (think Labradoodle or Golden Doodle) is very important to some people, there may be important health reasons for knowing your dog’s ancestry. There are several reasons to consider DNA testing for your […]
By David Mullen It was the summer of 1999, at Pasadena’s famed Rose Bowl before 90,185 flag-waving fans, that the popularity of the U.S. Women’s National Team (USWNT) became over the top. The attendance was a world record for a women’s sporting event. An estimated 18 million Americans watched the TV broadcast of the 1999 […]