The spring semester is in full swing, and I am proud to celebrate District 3’s students, team members and community. Their hard work and commitment to excellence is paving the way for student success and opportunities. School Zone is back Dallas ISD is bringing back two cherished TV programs: School Zone Dallas and Zona Escolar […]
February 13 — 8 a.m. 5900 Block E. University Blvd. (75206) Deadly Conduct Involving the Discharge of a Firearm: The complainant told police that the suspect discharged a firearm, causing damage to his ceiling. February 13 — 5 p.m. 12300 Block E. Northwest Hwy. (75228) Unknown suspect cut the lock off of a storage unit and stole some of […]
The Greater East Dallas Chamber of Commerce is soliciting nominations for its annual Teacher of the Year Award. The purpose is to recognize educators K-12 who are providing outstanding education for their respective students. Recipients of this award must have made significant contributions toward innovative, unique and novel programs that are serving to improve and […]
By Vikki Martin The Dallas City Council voted this past week to place the $1.25 billion bond program on the May 4 ballot. The bond program includes nearly $345 million in the parks and trails proposition. This package includes the White Rock Hills Recreation Center that the Ferguson Road Initiative (FRI) has been advocating for […]
February 6 — 1:26 a.m. 9300 Block Skillman St. (75243) Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon: Complainant told police officers that an unknown suspect shot her, injuring one of her arms. February 6 — 9 p.m. 9700 Block Ash Creek Dr. (75228) Criminal Mischief: An unknown suspect cut complainant’s fence, causing $250 in property damage. […]
From Dallas ISD Staff Reports Mariah T. has been lighting up the dance stage for as long as she can remember, a passion that grows daily as a senior at Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts. While working toward her dream of becoming a professional dancer, her dedication to dance […]
A local mom-owned business, Monster Yogurt, is now accepting children’s book donations. On March 2, in support of Read Across America, these books will be going to underserved children through elementary schools, homeless shelters such as Genesis Women Shelter and Anne’s Place drop off childcare center at Parkland Hospital. This Annual Children’s Book Drive was […]
By Lowry Manders “Courage, Confidence, Character … a Girl Scout has it all in her!” This was the chant of dozens of excited Girl Scout troops of all ages gathered from around Lake Highlands, East Dallas and the larger community on a Sunday afternoon at Lake Highlands Presbyterian Church to meet one special woman. The […]
January 30 — 2 a.m. 11200 Block Garland Rd. (75218) Burglary of a Building with Forced Entry: An unknown suspect forced entry into the building and stole property. January 30 — 6:50 p.m. 6200 Block Melody Ln. (75231) Robbery of an Individual: Complainant stated that an unknown suspect scratched her while attempting to steal her […]
By Mark McKenzie For the past decade, former Lake Highlands High School drama teacher Nancy Poynter has provoked thought and stirred faith by staging mainstream theatrical events at Wilshire Baptist Church. The program, dubbed Faith in 3D, will celebrate its 10th anniversary with Poynter in the director’s chair when it presents its full-length production of […]