By Dr. Beth Leermakers Spring is here, and so are wildlife babies! If you spot one alone, what should you do? It depends on the animal’s age, size and physical condition. In many cases, leaving a healthy baby alone is the right thing to do. Birds. If baby birds are clearly injured or have […]
Celebrate the Easter season this Sunday, March 30, with the acclaimed St. John’s Episcopal choir when it performs John Stainer’s “The Crucifixion.” The concert begins at 3 p.m. in the St. John’s sanctuary, 848 Harter Road. The concert is free and open to the public. The concert will last about one hour and feature the […]
By David Mullen As the Dallas Mavericks season appears all but over, the Dallas Cowboys undergo an offseason makeover leading to the NFL Draft on Thursday, April 24 and the Texas Rangers are just beginning a lengthy and arduous 162-game regular season, there is still hope for Dallas fans longing for postseason play. The […]
By Julia Miller Summer at White Rock Lake is part of life around East Dallas. But there’s something special about being on the lake — not just beside it. Rowing, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) and kayaking offer children more than just a way to pass the time. They offer freedom, focus and friendship. And maybe even […]
1/4 cup hoisin sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon minced ginger 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 pound brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved Heat oven to 425F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper. In a mixing bowl, whisk together hoisin, soy, oil, […]
By Taylor Pulfer Texans, it is time to showcase local talent and creativity. The 2025 State Fair of Texas Arts & Crafts and Cooking Contest Guides are now available for download at BigTex.com/CreativeArts. A time-honored tradition since the Fair began more than 130 years ago, the State Fair’s Creative Arts team holds pre-Fair arts and […]
By Becky Mayad This spring, the Crow Museum of Asian Art will unveil three exciting exhibitions at its downtown Dallas Arts District location, showcasing the dynamic work of international and self-taught artists. Opening April 5, the museum will present Cecilia Chiang: Don’t Tell Me What to Do, Anila Quayyum Agha: Let One Bird Sing, and […]
By David Mullen In the 2025 baseball season, there may be only one team that can keep the Los Angeles Dodgers from winning their second consecutive World Series. And despite the hope and hype coming from the American League teams in the AL East, it could be the Texas Rangers that gridlock LA’s rush to […]
1 (3 1/2-pound) boneless pork shoulder roast 2 tablespoons oil, plus more for frying 1 yellow onion, thinly sliced 5 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed with the side of a knife 4 ounces sliced ham, cut into thin strips 1 cup dill pickle relish 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese 1/4 cup Dijon mustard, plus 2 […]
By Dr. Beth Leermakers Why do some animals live longer than others? As I watch my 15-year-old foster dog’s health decline, I find myself wondering — like many pet parents — why our time with dogs is so short. Animal lifespans vary widely. Many mayflies live less than 24 hours in their final winged form, […]