By Juliette Coulter The Dallas Arboretum presented its Great Contributors Award to Admiral William H. McRaven, former University of Texas System chancellor, retired U.S. Navy four-star admiral and New York Times best-selling author. He received the award in November at a dinner, with proceeds benefitting the Dallas Arboretum. After dinner, former U.S. Ambassador to NATO […]
We’re taking lots of pics — Bernice is 106! Still going strong at 106 years, Bernice Nicklas takes it all in stride. She exercises with her coach, Adam, once a week and is the Queen of White Rock Court, in Dallas, Texas. Recently, she has been to the grocery store twice for vaccinations, and to […]
Fall is in the air, and District 3 has been celebrating with homecomings, championship victories and, as always, academic innovation and excellence! Recognizing extraordinary athletes It has been an incredible month for our District 3 athletes. Congratulations to Bryan Adams High School Leadership Academy’s Wesley Pyffer, who was a regional qualifier for Cross Country this […]
By Dr. Beth Leermakers Horse kisses: the best medicine in the world. Horses are wonderful stress relievers. Brushing a horse’s tail or bathing him (while getting dirty in the process) has always been a calming, grounding experience for me. Horses are also powerful healers for children and adults with physical, cognitive and emotional needs. Therapeutic […]
The White Rock Lake Foundation announced the installation of new trail markers at White Rock Lake Park this past week. The trail markers were funded through a partnership with the Dallas Running Club and installed by the Dallas Park and Recreation Department. Eleven new markers (four large signs and seven smaller signs) are being erected […]
BRANCHING OUT By Tamara Aquino The Dallas Park and Recreation Department’s Branching Out reforestation program brings volunteers of all ages together to plant oaks, elms and other tree species at Dallas parks. Through Branching Out, the department is working to increase Dallas’ tree canopy to 37 percent by 2040. More than 40 volunteers recently planted […]
From Staff Reports In a remarkable feat of camaraderie and culinary prowess, St. Thomas Aquinas’ Boy Scouts Troop 43 emerged victorious, securing the coveted “Best in Show” Trophy at the annual STA Knights of Columbus Fall Food Festival held this past Saturday. Troop 43 braved “chili” temperatures, as they competed against dozens of “well-seasoned” competitors […]
November 7 — 10 a.m. 6700 Block Greenville Ave. (75231) Theft by Deception (Fraud): The suspect altered the complainant’s online bank account information and then cashed a check from it. November 7 — 1 p.m. 2000 Block N. Prairie Ave. (75204) Auto Theft: The arrested person was caught driving a stolen vehicle. November 8 — […]
More than just a pastime, esports can be a promising career path for students with the potential to earn a living. Dallas ISD’s aspiring young gamers will get their chance to turn passion into profession at the district’s first “Careers in Gaming Expo” at 5:30 p.m., Nov. 29 at New Tech High School at B.F. […]
The 56th Annual Dallas YMCA Turkey Trot, one of the nation’s largest multi-event races, will take over the streets of Downtown Dallas on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, Nov. 23. Sponsored by Texas Health, event organizers anticipate more than 15,000 runners and walkers to cross the finish line near Dallas City Hall. Proceeds of the Turkey Trot […]