Buildings prepare to go blue with hope

Buildings prepare to go blue with hope

By Delia Clayton It is time to kick off the Honor Our Heroes Campaign and Light Up Downtown Dallas for 2021!  Participants do this to honor, celebrate and thank our local heroes: police, fire-rescue, military and, again this year, healthcare workers.  The steadfast support from businesses and residents for this campaign symbolizes the hope, gratitude […]

Crime Watch — Vol. 12, No. 18

Crime Watch — Vol. 12, No. 18

April 27 – 1 a.m. 2800 Block, N. Henderson Ave. (75206) Criminal Mischief: The suspect threw a brick through the complainant’s window.  April 27 – 8:40 p.m. 5000 Block, Sycamore St. (75206) Aggravated Robbery of an Individual: An unknown suspect cut the complainant on the nose and stole his vehicle.  April 28 – 1 a.m. […]

DUC wins four titles at Regionals

DUC wins four titles at Regionals

By Katrina Craycroft Dallas United Crew (DUC) competed in USRowing’s Central Youth Championships this past weekend. In addition to regional stalwarts, Jesuit Prep, Texas Rowing Center and OKC Riversport, competitors included teams such as Newport Aquatic Center, NorCal and Chicago Rowing Foundation from the outside of the Central Region; championship regattas were cancelled in the […]

Alumni make up for lost graduation

Alumni make up for lost graduation

By Shari Goldstein Stern The high school graduation commencement dates to the 12th century, when scholastic monks in dark, daunting robes led the traditional rite of passage. It looked nothing like those currently held at the end of every school year. The annual tradition has evolved to fit into the current societal norms. Today, the […]

‘Violence interrupters’ key to safer neighborhoods

‘Violence interrupters’ key to safer neighborhoods

By Tristan Hallman The City Council on Wednesday unanimously approved a contract with Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. (YAP) to hire and train violence interrupters in the city’s underserved neighborhoods. The violence interrupters program is a key part of Mayor Eric Johnson’s public safety agenda. The Mayor’s Task Force on Safe Communities recommended the program in […]

Crime Watch — April 30 – May 6, 2021

Crime Watch — April 30 – May 6, 2021

April 20 – 7 a.m. 9500 Block, Forest Ln. (75243) Deadly Conduct: The suspect pointed a gun at the complainant.  April 20 – 9:58 p.m. 9800 Block, Shadow Way (75243) Aggravated Assault: The suspect threatened to kill the complainant.  April 21 – 8:45 a.m. 9600 Block, Forest Ln. (75243) Burglary of a Residence: The suspect […]

Volunteers, funds needed for summer

Volunteers, funds needed for summer

By Kristi Bare The Wilkinson Center Food Pantry is ready to Stock Up for Summer, with a goal of collecting 10 tons of food (20,000 pounds) in 10 weeks beginning May 3. While Stock Up for Summer, presented by Kroger, is an annual campaign that seeks to provide kids with healthy, nutritious food during the […]

‘Family of Medicine’ celebrated for response

‘Family of Medicine’ celebrated for response

BEYOND DUTY From Staff Reports The Dallas County Medical Society Alliance Foundation recently presented a panel discussion addressing the exceptional performance of all healthcare workers and the challenges they have faced during the pandemic. Kaki Hopkins, president of the Alliance and Kathy Stone, project chairman, coordinated the video streamed event.  The discussion was moderated by […]

Reilly rocking robotics!

Reilly rocking robotics!

The Tech So Logic robotics team from Martha Turner Reilly Elementary qualified for State and then World robotics competition level. They are coached by their Reilly TAG teacher, Ms. Stuckert. Pictured are: Caroline P., Simone D., Arianna H., Yesenia M. and Vincent O. Go Reilly Rams! — Helen Stettler

Crime Watch — Vol. 12, No. 16 — April 23 – 29, 2021

Crime Watch — Vol. 12, No. 16 — April 23 – 29, 2021

April 13 – Midnight 9700 Block, Royal Ln. (75243) Burglary of a Residence: An unknown suspect broke into the complainant’s apartment and stole property.  April 13 – 1:50 a.m. 9200 Block, Amberton Pkwy. (75243) Aggravated Assault w/ a Deadly Weapon: The suspect pointed a gun at the complainants.  April 13 – 10:50 a.m. 2400 Block, […]