Like father, like son? Nope. Reverse that

Like father, like son? Nope. Reverse that

By Lisa Miller Off the water, Robert Sneed specializes in sales, is married and the father of two children, one of which rows competitively with Dallas United Crew (DUC). After watching his son row and race for many years, he decided to jump in a boat himself. He mentioned that learning a new sport at […]

Blueberry Pound Cake with Lemon Glaze

Blueberry Pound Cake with Lemon Glaze

3 cups flour, divided 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 2 cups fresh blueberries 2 cups granulated sugar  1 cup unsalted butter 4 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 1/2 cups confectioner’s sugar Juice of 2 lemons Heat oven to 325F. Spray a 10-cup Bundt pan with cooking spray. In a medium bowl, […]

Community invited to join school’s choir

Community invited to join school’s choir

From Dallas ISD Staff Reports All are welcome to join the choir at School for the Talented and Gifted at Yvonne A. Ewell Townview Center. “I love that it’s open to anyone at any point of their high school career,” said Miranda G., a junior. “We are very beginner friendly, which helps a lot of […]

Paris 2024 Games excelled in synchronicity

Paris 2024 Games excelled in synchronicity

By David Mullen Now that the reviews are in, the 2024 Paris Olympics Games are being called the best Summer Olympics ever. There was a synchronicity to these games that had never been captured before. Paris had little trouble maintaining its reputation as the world’s most beautiful city. Outside of some late July showers that […]

Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Stuffed Zucchini Boats

4 small zucchini 1 pound ground pork 1 small onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon minced thyme  1 egg 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for topping  1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes Salt and pepper to taste Tomato sauce, for serving Heat oven to 400°. Line a baking […]

Flea-free homes are possible; it just takes time

Flea-free homes are possible; it just takes time

By Dr. Beth Leermakers Fleas can be a nightmare for pet parents. Recently, someone posted on NextDoor, seeking advice on how to get rid of a flea infestation in her condo and treat her dog. There were 76 comments, with suggestions ranging from medications to Dawn dish soap to salt and diatomaceous earth (the latter […]

Cowboys’ odds available, but not in Texas

Cowboys’ odds available, but not in Texas

By David Mullen Wanna’ bet on how many games the Dallas Cowboys will win in the upcoming 2024 season? You can’t, at least legally in Texas. Sports betting online or in person on NFL football or any other sport (except for horse racing) is illegal in the Lone Star State. But there are plenty of […]

Summer Veggie Bolognese

Summer Veggie Bolognese

2 tablespoons vegetable oil 4 ounces pancetta or bacon, diced 1 pound ground beef 1 pound ground pork 2 carrots, diced 2 stalks celery, diced 1 onion, diced 1/2 eggplant, diced 1 zucchini, diced 1/2 cup tomato paste 1 (14-ounce) can crushed tomatoes 2 cups chicken stock 2 cups milk 1-pound cooked pasta, for serving  […]

Center to host first-ever basketball clinic

Center to host first-ever basketball clinic

Continuing its mission to help young people find success and hone their athletic skills, the Mark Cuban Heroes Basketball Center will host the Tim Martin Basketball Clinic on Friday, Aug. 9, for boys and girls ages 6-17. Designed for budding to advanced student athletes, the co-ed clinic will offer two classes from 10-11 a.m. (ages […]

Rangers’ lackluster season continues

Rangers’ lackluster season continues

By David Mullen The All-Star Game, played this year on July 17 at Globe Life Field in Arlington, is the unofficial halfway point of the season. It’s more of a celebration than an intervention.  It is the time when clubs expected to lose — but are winning — are labeled “surprise teams.” Teams that are […]