The Shops at Park Lane will celebrate Tax Free Weekend with two back-to-back events to keep families entertained while shopping tax-free for essential back to school items. On Saturday, Aug. 8 and Sunday, Aug. 9, guests can enjoy free family fun, activities, entertainment and treats at the Lawn near the new Tesla test drive stations […]
With North Texas temperatures soaring again and the heat index climbing well above 100 degrees, outdoor workers are once again facing dangerous conditions. To offer some much-needed relief and recognition, the Mark Cuban Heroes Basketball Center is offering off its “Hydration Kits for Unsung Heroes” effort. The Mark Cuban Heroes Center will distribute free hydration […]
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 […]