By Becky Mayad NexPoint Philanthropies in Dallas has committed $1,299,410 in funding to the Community Park at Fair Park, providing a one-to-one match through Fair Park First for the Texas Parks and Wildlife (TPW) Recreation Grant previously awarded to the project. NexPoint Philanthropies’ gift along with the TPW Recreation Grant brings a significant combined investment […]
By Dr. Beth Leermakers Lights Out! Bird Migration Alert! You may have seen signs in your neighborhood encouraging people to help migrating birds by turning off non-essential lights between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m. in March through June. Peak migration is from April 22 to May 12, so now is the time to go dark. […]
By David Mullen Dallas Mavericks GM Nico Harrison publicly addressed the press on April 21, after meeting with some of them behind closed doors less than a week before. The takeaway was the same. On February 1, Harrison inexplicably traded five-time All-NBA superstar forward Luka Dončić, whose NBA career began as a 19-year-old in Dallas, […]
By Becky Mayad Celebrating Hispanic heritage and tradition, the Dallas Cinco de Mayo Parade — presented by the Oak Cliff Coalition for the Arts (OCCA) — is set for Saturday, May 3, from 8 a.m. to noon in Dallas’ Oak Cliff neighborhood. Billed as the biggest and longest-running parade in North Texas, the mile-long procession […]
1 bunch thin asparagus, trimmed Juice of 1 lemon 1 teaspoon whole-grain mustard 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup chopped dill Salt and pepper Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat until smoking. Working in batches, cook asparagus until blackened in spots and tender, about 1 minute per side. Transfer to a plate. In […]
The PBR Charity Mascot Mechanical Bull Riding Competition took place on March 16 at Reunion Tower where 11 beloved mascots from across North Texas faced off for a good cause. In a showdown judged by top bull rider Daylon Swearingen and the Official Voice of the PBR Matt West. Dallas Stars’ Victor E. Green was […]
By Taylor Mayad Powell Celebrating the sights, sounds and culture of India, the sixth-annual Festival of Joy is set for Saturday, April 26, at Klyde Warren Park (2012 Woodall Rodgers Fwy., Dallas). The family-friendly event kicks off at 11 a.m. with a vibrant parade, dancing, music and live performances throughout the day. Presented by the […]
By David Mullen FADE IN sweeping shots of thousands at football stadium. PAN IN on NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell approaching podium holding a 4-inch x 6-inch index card. As he walks to the podium, a crescendo of “Boos” emanate from the raucous crowd, wearing various NFL uniforms. CUT TO EXTREME CLOSE UP of a large-sized […]
Frangipane: 1 1/3 cup slivered toasted almonds 2/3 cups granulated sugar 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 2 eggs 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt Syrup: 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup water 6 slices brioche 3/4 cup lemon curd 1 cup ricotta Heat oven to 425F. Line a baking sheet with parchment. Make frangipane: In a food […]
By John Wildman The Dallas-based USA Film Festival announces the highly anticipated films and schedule of events for the film festival’s 55th edition taking place on April 23-27. Known for its celebration of new and classic films from the U.S. and abroad, the Festival once again brings master artists and emerging talents to Dallas to […]