HIDDEN GEMS OF WHITE ROCK By Natalie Merrill Nestled in the Forest Hills area of East Dallas, the Warren Ferris Cemetery serves as a historic landmark that honors early settlers and individuals in the indigenous community. The cemetery was established in the mid-1800s on the Ferris family’s 640-acre property and was used not only by […]
By Lilia Hollis White Rock Dog Rescue (WRDR) is dedicated to saving stray dogs by providing lodging, veterinary care, training and then placing them in permanent homes. This effort is fulfilled through a home-based foster network. The group started out by helping dogs found at White Rock Lake but quickly expanded to helping animals in […]
August 15 — 3:30 p.m. 9500 Block Wickersham Rd. (75238) Aggravated Assault: Complainant was shot in the chest, causing him serious bodily injury. August 15 — 11 p.m. 5600 Block Mockingbird Ln. (75206) Property Theft: Suspect passed all points of sale without paying for items. August 16 — 7:35 a.m. 6600 Block Shady Brook Ln. […]
December 20, 1927 – August 10, 2023 Mary Evelyn Haynie, of Dallas, was one of the original residents on Brentgate Drive in Lake Highlands. She passed away peacefully on August 10 at the Lutheran Sunset Home in Clifton with her children by her side. She was 95 years old. She was born in Dallas on […]
The Dallas Arboretum celebrates its sixth annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 9 and 10 to kick off Hispanic Heritage Month. Highlights include its signature Quinceañera Fashion Show, live musical performances and Hispanic-owned vendors. For more information about the event, visit dallasarboretum.org. — Juliette Coulter
August 8 — 12:01 a.m. 11000 Block Woodmeadow Pkwy. (75228) Aggravated Robbery: Suspects pointed a gun at the complainant and stole his phone and wallet. August 8 — 5:30 p.m. 9900 Block Forest Ln. (75243) Assault with a Deadly Weapon: Arrested person threatened the female complainants, exhibiting a deadly weapon as he made the threat. […]
October 22, 1936 – August 2, 2023 John Barry Bert, a beloved soul, entered this world on October 22, 1936, in Austin, Texas, as the cherished child of John Edward and Leah Baker Bert. His lifelong journey led him to the White Rock area of Dallas, where he found his place and purpose. A dedicated […]
The State Fair of Texas is proud to be a family-friendly environment for visitors of all ages to celebrate all things Texan. As an added safety measure, the State Fair is implementing an After 5 p.m. minors’ policy. During the 2023 State Fair of Texas, starting at 5 p.m. daily, all minors, age 17 and […]
By Rosanne Lewis Dallas CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) needs more male volunteers to protect and advocate for child victims of abuse and neglect. Advocates work with the child welfare and court system to ensure children do not fall through the cracks and receive the protection and support they need while in the protective care […]
From City of Dallas Staff Reports This summer, Dallas Water Utilities implemented a lower environmental impact alternative for vegetation management through a targeted goat grazing pilot program to help clear areas of woody, invasive understory vegetation. Targeted grazing (typically using goats, but also sheep) controls problem vegetation without erosion, chemicals or the disruption and burning […]