By Angela Lang Klyde Warren Park and its foundation announced this week the appointment of Calvert Collins-Bratton (pictured) as president and chief executive officer effective September 1, ushering in a new era of leadership for one of Dallas’ most beloved civic spaces. A respected community and civic leader, Collins-Bratton brings a deep understanding of the […]
By Josh Ortega The Dallas Mavericks continue to be active in building a contending roster for the 2026/2027 season. Last week, the Mavs added former 2024 first overall pick Zaccharie Risacher (pictured) as part of a three-team trade with the Atlanta Hawks and Oklahoma City Thunder to acquire the 21-year-old small forward and bring him […]
How many active SMU athletes in the university’s history have had an athletic facility named in their honor while they were still in the midst of their collegiate athletic career? One. SMU senior quarterback Kevin Jennings became the first and only player on that list this past week. During a press conference Wednesday, the university, […]
By Kimberly Daniell Shark Week 2026 kicks off on the Discovery Channel on Sunday, July 26, and runs through Saturday, Aug. 1. For the first time, the Perot Museum of Nature and Science will be featured during the Tuesday, July 28 premiere of Jurassic Sharks at 7 p.m. central. The segment features the Museum’s […]
When Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin first stepped on the moon’s surface on July 20, 1969, the world was changed forever. Not only did the landing reflect an enormous American victory but it served as a scientific advancement that has inspired young minds for 57 years. Each July, the scientific community celebrates Moon Day to […]
By Shari Goldstein Stern While Deep Ellum has undergone sweeping transitions throughout the decades, there are certain elements that have withstood the test of time. The area is forever eclectic: Colorful, vintage, sometimes raucous, artsy and unexpected. One of the neighborhood’s standout businesses demonstrating all those attributes is Kettle Art Gallery, whose founder, owner and […]
By Sharon Adams The Dallas Historical Society announced the 45th Annual Dallas History Makers Awards for Excellence awards recipients this week. The awards luncheon is on Thursday, Nov. 19, at the Fairmont Hotel. Karl Chiao, DHS executive director, along with Mary Suhm, board chair, announced the recipients. The awards were established on behalf of the […]
By Angela Lang Klyde Warren Park and its Foundation announced a major construction milestone this week for the transformational expansion of one of Dallas’ most beloved public spaces. Following a competitive bidding process that attracted six bids, the Texas Transportation Commission has awarded the construction contract to Archer Western, the same firm that built the […]
By Kimber Westphall Communities Foundation of Texas (CFT) has recently awarded more than $10 million in support of education initiatives through grants to local nonprofits, CFT’s Educate Texas initiative, and scholarships for students. CFT is investing in innovative approaches that help ensure student success, from early learning to high school through post-secondary and workforce. The following organizations […]
Reunion Tower is lighting up the Dallas skyline to celebrate every FIFA World Cup match played here in Dallas, giving the city a front-row seat to the excitement from 470 feet in the air. The iconic GeO-Deck has already kicked off its series of FIFA-themed light shows and there are plenty more to come! Inside […]