Prairie Day set for 5/2

Prairie Day set for 5/2

Step into the vibrant world of the North Texas Blackland Prairies on Saturday, May 2, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Bath House Cultural Center at White Rock Lake in Dallas. Enjoy a fun, free event for families created to celebrate the beauty and splendor of the Blackland Prairies here in North Texas. […]

Defensive class could challenge draft record

Defensive class could challenge draft record

By Josh Ortega The long offseason crawl to draft week is officially over for NFL fans across the country. The first round of the 2026 NFL Draft kicks off Thursday night. Two hundred-fifty-seven different names will be called by one of the 32 different teams across the three-day event. With that said, here is a […]

Celebration promises festive soundtrack

Celebration promises festive soundtrack

By Bob Bracken For more than five decades, the Swiss Avenue Historic District Mother’s Day Home Tour has invited visitors to step inside some of Dallas’ most beautiful historic homes. But beyond the architecture, the event has also become a lively neighborhood celebration filled with free live music throughout the weekend. At the 51st annual […]

Miso Cole Slaw

Miso Cole Slaw

3 tablespoons white miso 3 tablespoons rice vinegar 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil 1 (14-ounce)  package Cole slaw mix 1/2 cup sunflower seeds Salt to taste In a mixing bowl, whisk together miso and vinegar. Gradually whisk in oil, add Cole slaw mix and toss to mix. Toss in sunflower seeds. Season […]

Flamenco celebration becoming neighborhood tradition

Flamenco celebration becoming neighborhood tradition

By Lan Rose This spring, the sounds of guitar strings, rhythmic footwork and clapping hands will once again echo through East Dallas as Cocina Flamenca LIVE 2026 returns to the Latino Cultural Center for its third annual celebration. Taking place Saturday, April 18, from 4 to 8:30 p.m., the free, family friendly festival transforms the […]

Mosquitoes named serial killers of pets

Mosquitoes named serial killers of pets

By Beth Leermakers April is Heartworm Awareness  month. I recently had a heart-breaking (pun intended) reminder of the devasting impact of heartworm disease. One of my foster dogs who was recently adopted was diagnosed with a grade 5 heart murmur (meaning he’s at high risk for congestive heart failure). When tested, Bosco was very high […]

Fudd brings major defensive presence to Dallas

Fudd brings major defensive presence to Dallas

By Josh Ortega For the second consecutive year, another UConn Husky is coming to North Texas. The Dallas Wings selected former UConn guard Azzi Fudd with the first overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft Monday night. Fudd, who won an NCAA Women’s National Championship with the Huskies in 2025, now reunites with former teammate […]

Lake gets new trees

Lake gets new trees

More than 40 volunteers came out to White Rock Lake and planted 25 trees in just one hour this past week. Volunteer support helps keep White Rock Lake thriving for generations to come. White Rock Lake Foundation, Dallas Parks and Recreation, SpectraCorp and White Rock East Garden Tour volunteers helped make the day possible. It […]

Queen’s chef preparing tea for tour

Queen’s chef preparing tea for tour

By Bob Bracken One of Dallas’ most cherished Mother’s Day weekend traditions returns as the 51st Annual Swiss Avenue Historic District Mother’s Day Home Tour takes place Saturday, May 9, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday, May 10 from noon-6 p.m. New this year the Swiss Avenue Historic District Home Tour is offering a truly […]

Individual Beef Wellingtons

Individual Beef Wellingtons

4 (5-ounce) filet mignons, room temperature 2 tablespoons vegetable oil  1/4 cup Dijon mustard  1 tablespoon horseradish 2 tablespoons unsalted butter  8 ounces cremini  mushrooms, chopped fine 1 shallot, minced 1 tablespoon thyme leaves 2 tablespoons heavy cream  1 tablespoon soy sauce 2 sheets phyllo, cut in half 4 thin slices prosciutto  2 sheets puff […]