By Austin Brooks In a remarkable display of skill, teamwork and determination, the Dallas United Crew (DUC) rowing club etched its name into numerous trophies at the Central Regional Championships held in Oklahoma City. Competing against the finest teams from Texas, Arkansas, Colorado and Oklahoma, DUC achieved a historic trifecta by winning the overall points […]
By Taylor Mayad Oak Cliff nonprofit Flamenco Fever’s insightful Fusion Series will present Tres Artes: Pintura, Poesia y Pasion – The Painter and the Poet, a story of Forbidden Love on Saturday, May 11, at 7:30 p.m. at the Annette Strauss Square in the Dallas Arts District, located at 2403 Flora St, Dallas, TX 75201. […]
Every year, a group of neighbors put on an incredible one-day event to raise funds for the community and showcase the beauty of the east side of White Rock Lake. The White Rock East Garden Tour on Sunday, May 19 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. gives visitors the opportunity to explore nine unique gardens, the art […]
THE STARCK CLUB 40TH ANNIVERSARY By Natalie Merrill Sometimes a simple “yes” can change the course of a person’s life in unexpected ways. Though music had always played a significant role in Dallas resident Mark Ridlen’s life, there was an evening in 1984 that created a new path for him when he was asked to […]
By Gail Greenaway Many people take advantage of Saturday mornings to sleep in and leisurely catch up with friends over coffee. For the Love of the Lake’s Padillac volunteers are a different breed. They set their alarms to wake up early, grab a handful of snacks, and head out to the east shoreline of White […]
By Deborah Brown Each year, the Greater East Dallas Chamber of Commerce (GEDCC) recognizes the top educators in East Dallas schools, K-12, who are providing outstanding education for their respective students. Recipients of this award must have made significant contributions toward innovative, unique and progressive programs that are serving to improve and promote learning. The […]
By Becky Mayad Taking a giant step toward growth and prosperity in South Dallas, leaders from the nonprofit Forest Forward and members of the community gathered this past week to break ground on the historic 75-year-old Forest Theater, marking the start of major renovations and an expansion to the iconic landmark. A proud beacon of […]
By Paul Gerst Four friends who started in Cub Scouts, continued to Boy Scouts and attended St. Patrick’s Catholic School in Dallas recently attained the rank of Eagle Scout. All are members of Troop 719, from the Lake Highlands neighborhood of Dallas. All became Eagle Scouts within a couple of months of each other. […]
Step into the vibrant world of the North Texas Blackland Prairies on Saturday, May 4, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Bath House Cultural Center at White Rock Lake in Dallas. Enjoy a fun, free event for families created to celebrate the beauty and splendor of the Blackland Prairies here in North Texas. Embark on […]
By Dr. Beth Leermakers Want to save a life? Foster a dog, cat, bunny or other animal. City shelters throughout Texas (that must accept incoming strays and owner surrenders) are beyond full. Fort Worth Animal Care and Control recently took in more than 400 dogs in one week, and Dallas Animal Services often has similar […]