‘Trash Pandas’ are suburban scavengers

‘Trash Pandas’ are suburban scavengers

By Dr. Beth Leermakers Raccoons are frequent visitors to my neighbors’ yards (but not mine, thanks to my dogs). While it may be tempting to feed the adorable critters, doing so is likely to keep them coming back for more — and that can cause problems. In February, Carrollton Animal Services warned people to be […]

Stars dealt bad hand by playing Vegas

Stars dealt bad hand by playing Vegas

By David Mullen If the Dallas Stars, the team with the best regular season record in the Western Conference and the second-best record in the entire NHL, don’t advance into the second round of the NHL Western Conference playoffs, they will have an unlikely team to blame. The Anaheim Ducks.  It was a miserable season […]

Lemon Chili Brussels Sprouts

Lemon Chili Brussels Sprouts

2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Juice of 1/2 lemon 2 tablespoons chili crisp 1 1/2 teaspoons salt Heat oven to 425F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place prepared baking sheet in oven. In a large bowl, toss together Brussels sprouts, oil, lemon juice, chili crisp and salt […]

Dallas Symphony Orchestra musicians call East Dallas home

Dallas Symphony Orchestra musicians call East Dallas home

By Abby Boroski In the tranquil neighborhood of Lake Highlands, amid the winding streets and serene surroundings, reside not just ordinary neighbors, but extraordinary talents who grace the stage of the renowned Dallas Symphony Orchestra (DSO). It’s a testament to the vibrant cultural tapestry of the community that such exceptional musicians call Lake Highlands home. […]

Mavericks’ voyage begins in familiar waters

Mavericks’ voyage begins in familiar waters

By David Mullen At the end of the 2022-23 NBA season, the Dallas Mavericks lost five of their last six games and nine of their last 11 in hopes of an improved position in the NBA Draft. They finished the season 38-44 and out of the playoffs. The NBA took notice and fined the Mavericks […]

Celebration race helps fund new playground

Celebration race helps fund new playground

The sun has set on the 10th annual Celebration! White Rock and it was a great success! More than 900 people signed up for the 5k, 10k run and party, presented by the White Rock Lake Conservancy (WRLC). The event, held on the shores of White Rock Lake, had great food, drinks and music from […]

Spanish-Style Lamb Stew

Spanish-Style Lamb Stew

1 boneless leg of lamb (about 4 pounds), cut into 1-inch pieces 3 tablespoons vegetable oil  2 onions, diced 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon smoked paprika 3/4 cup dry red wine 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar  1 (28-ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, drained, tomatoes broken up into […]

Rescue groups need foster parents to save lives

Rescue groups need foster parents to save lives

By Dr. Beth Leermakers Want to save a life? Foster a dog, cat, bunny or other animal. City shelters throughout Texas (that must accept incoming strays and owner surrenders) are beyond full. Fort Worth Animal Care and Control recently took in more than 400 dogs in one week, and Dallas Animal Services often has similar […]

Viewers chose women’s basketball over men’s

Viewers chose women’s basketball over men’s

By David Mullen After the UConn Huskies defeated the Purdue Boilermakers 75-60 in the NCAA Men’s Basketball National Championship game on April 8 in Glendale, Ariz., there was no time for fanfare except from the fans in Storrs, Conn. celebrating their second consecutive NCAA title.   The once fail-safe sport of NCAA men’s basketball is […]

Roaring Voices unites organizations

Roaring Voices unites organizations

By Katrina Craycroft As a Varsity Coxswain at Dallas United Crew (DUC), Pavi Paila is not afraid to speak up. On any given day, this high school senior directs the launch, practice, race and recovery of four- and eight-man shells. Responsible for steering and execution in a race, Paila knows that her voice — by […]

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