By Alejandra Ortiz White Rock Rowing, the only Dallas rowing club to hold multiple national youth championship trophies (2014, 2021), competed in its first regatta of the 2023 spring season at the Oklahoma City (OKC) Junior Invitational Regatta on Saturday, March 25. The junior athletes placed top three in 14 of the 16 events they […]
1 sheet puff pastry, rolled to 10 x 12 inches 3 tablespoons stone-ground mustard 3 large tomatoes, sliced 1/4-inch thick 8 ounces shredded Swiss cheese 2 tablespoons minced tarragon Salt and pepper Heat oven to 425F. Line a baking sheet with parchment or foil. Place pastry on prepared baking sheet and spread with mustard, leaving […]
By Juliette Coulter The Ireland Funds held its 2023 Texas Emerald Ball on March 18 at The Adolphus Hotel to raise much needed funds for organizations in Ireland. The evening opened with a cocktail reception followed by Don Shannon playing the bagpipes to signal the start of the dinner and program. Once inside the ballroom, […]
By Jennifer Hoesterey White Rock Conservancy is calling on photographers of all ages to submit their favorite photographs featuring White Rock Lake for the group’s bi-annual photo contest. Enter the contest at whiterockdallas.org or post photos to the Conservancy’s Instagram page @whiterockdallas using #23wrlcphoto1. The photograph (max two photos per entry) with the most likes […]
By David Mullen All eyes of America will be upon Texas when the two largest cities in the Lone Star State become the epicenters of collegiate basketball and host March Madness. It is difficult to conceive that Illinois-born educator and athletic administrator Henry “H.V.” Porter knew the impact March Madness would have when he penned […]
1 jar roasted red peppers, drained 2 garlic cloves, peeled 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts 1/4 cup packed basil leaves, plus more for garnish 1/4 cup packed mint leaves 1//4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes Juice from 1/2 lemon Salt and freshly ground black […]
FESTIVAL OF JOY By Taylor Mayad Ushering in the spring season with a colorful celebration of Indian culture and spirituality, the fourth-annual Festival of Joy will be celebrated at Klyde Warren Park (2012 Woodall Rodgers Fwy., Dallas) on Saturday, April 15, from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. The free festival — presented by Kalachandji’s, ESSM Innovative Technologies […]
By Dr. Beth Leermakers Why do cats scratch the furniture, and how can you prevent this destructive behavior? Spoiler alert: de-clawing your cat is NOT the right answer. Why Cats Scratch Scratching is a normal behavior for cats, who do it to stretch their muscles and maintain/sharpen their claws (in preparation for hunting). Scratching serves […]
By Judy Babb Spot stood next to Susie Beetem, his soft nose checking out her pockets for hidden treats. He also seeks cookies from others within his reach. They jokingly call him a pocket horse because of his audacity in hunting for tender morsels. His big brown eyes reflect White Rock Stable’s grassy pastures and […]
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 cup frozen roasted corn, thawed 1 cup grape tomatoes, quartered 3 green onions, sliced 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro Salt and pepper Combine beans, corn, tomatoes, onions, and jalapeno in a mixing bowl. Add […]