Neighbors turn eyesores into art

Neighbors turn eyesores into art

From Staff Reports Two years ago, Casa View resident Heidi Bassett noticed that the trash enclosure behind the Wash-n-Dry at Ferguson and Joaquin was covered in graffiti. She approached Jeremie Fletcher Bourcy, a local artist in the neighborhood with mural experience, to discuss painting the enclosure as a Little Casa View Neighborhood Association neighborhood improvement […]

In Memoriam Margaret Ann Shaughnessy

In Memoriam Margaret Ann Shaughnessy

November 7, 1957 – May 6, 2026 With deep sadness and profound love, the family of Megan Shaughnessy announces her passing this past month. Megan was larger than life in the most beautiful ways; vibrant, funny, loyal, stylish, stubborn, generous, and endlessly loving to her family and friends. She had a rare gift for making […]

Crime Watch — Vol. 17, No. 23

Crime Watch — Vol. 17, No. 23

June 1 Midnight 1000 Block Annex Ave. (75204) Criminal Mischief: Known suspect damaged a window. June 1 Midnight 4300 Block Samuell Blvd. (75228) Burglary of a Building/Forced Entry: Suspect forced entry into the property and stole items. June 1 12:50 a.m. 2400 Block Swiss Ave. (75204) Burglary of a Motor Vehicle: Unknown suspect broke into […]

Youth Support Center removes barriers

Youth Support Center removes barriers

By Elizabeth Lenart One year after launching its expanded East Dallas partnership, the Youth Support Center (YSC) is celebrating a year of life-changing impact for North Texas youth and young adults. Through a collaboration between Juliette Fowler Communities (JFC), R3 Student Outreach and East Dallas Christian Church, the center has served 335 youth in its […]

Working together earns Reinhardt ‘A’ rating

Working together earns Reinhardt ‘A’ rating

By Andy Morgan The halls and classrooms are quiet now at Reinhardt Elementary in East Dallas, but the 2025-26 school year will be one for the books. Reinhardt kicked off the school year with news of an A rating by the Texas Education Agency (TEA), just one of three East Dallas elementary schools to receive […]

Grief turns into mission for Cedars park

Grief turns into mission for Cedars park

By Ashley Paredes For the third summer in a row, kites will be flying in Old City Park June 20 while hundreds gather to grieve as a community and honor their loved ones through the lively Avy’s Sunshine Festival.  The festival works to raise money to construct an outdoor recreational playground in the park near […]

Bryan Adams student ‘Razzle-Dazzles’

Bryan Adams student ‘Razzle-Dazzles’

By Shari Goldstein Stern White Rock local Willie Austin, Jr. may have identified his career path after performing in Bryan Adams High School’s (BA) production of “Chicago: Teen Edition.” Austin was just named “Best Featured Actor” by Broadway Dallas at its annual High School Musical Awards ceremony (BDHSMA).  The 15th Annual Awards show received a […]

Crime Watch — Vol. 17, No. 22

Crime Watch — Vol. 17, No. 22

May 25 4:40 a.m. 11400 Block  E. Northwest Hwy. (75218) Theft: Suspect was observed taking items without paying for them. May 25 Midnight 9900 Block Adleta Blvd. (75243) Assault/Verbal Threat: Suspect threatened to shoot complainant. May 25 11 a.m. 8000 Block  Moss Meadows Dr. (75231) Burglary of a Motor Vehicle: Unknown suspect broke a vehicle […]

Funds raised provide life skills

Funds raised provide life skills

By Britt Carman Dallas 24 Hour Club (“The 24”) hosted its third Annual Fore The 24 Golf Tournament, bringing together supporters, community leaders and advocates for a meaningful day on the course benefiting individuals rebuilding their lives through recovery. Thanks to the generosity of sponsors, players and supporters, the tournament surpassed its fundraising goal, raising […]

Church to host special events for 75th year

Church to host special events for 75th year

By Mark McKenzie Wilshire Baptist Church in northeast Dallas is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year, culminating with special events June 13 and 14. Founded in 1951 as a Southern Baptist congregation serving a rapidly growing area of new neighborhoods, Wilshire today is known as a progressive church committed to LGBTQ inclusion, women in ministry, […]

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