Events
From school fundraisers and gallery openings to community festivals and neighborhood get-togethers, this is where you’ll find everything happening in and around the Park Cities and Preston Hollow. Whether you’re looking to make weekend plans or support a local cause, our events calendar keeps you connected to the heart of your community
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Society
Party Hopping
So many great celebrations, so little space in print. Enjoy this roundup of recently submitted photographs.
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Minimalism versus Maximalism, Part 2: Is More Merrier?
Maximalist design embraces color, abundance, and personal expression.
Sports
Ex-Parish Star Keys Bowl Win in Alabama
Andrew Paul ran for the winning touchdown for Jacksonville State in the Salute to Veterans Bowl against Troy on Wednesday.
Site Readings
January Site Reading
Get ready for an out-of-sight New Year with these picks from People Newspapers’ January Site Reading column.
News
HPISD Board of Trustees Selects Academic Calendar
The Highland Park ISD board of trustees has approved a 2026-2027 Academic Calendar with a first day of school on Wednesday, Aug. 19, and a last day on Friday, May 28.
Crime
Preston Hollow Crime Reports Dec. 9-14
Thefts from retail stores and vehicles plagued the Dallas Police Department in this week’s crimes.
News
DAS Launches Seasonal Adoption, Foster Initiatives
Volunteers can participate in the Friends of Dallas Animal Services 12 Days of Holiday Giveaways
Schools
SMU Honors 2025 Distinguished Alumni, Emerging Leader
Five outstanding leaders in faith ministry, community advocacy, corporate management, entrepreneurism/business leadership, and digital marketing strategy were honored.
Living
Surviving (and Enjoying) the Holidays – Mom Edition
Let’s be honest — the holidays aren’t for the faint of heart.
Community
Mark Cuban Touts Authenticity of TikTok Star ‘Patriotic Kenny’
As one year closes, and a new one shines on the horizon, many take time to reflect on the past while planning their next chapters.
Crime
Park Cities Crime Reports Dec. 8-14
It may be the season of giving, but thieves, burglars, and package pilferers were all about taking in this week’s Park Cities Crime Reports.
News
Santa Claus Journeys Through UP
Santa has hit the streets of University Park, and this year he has a brand new ride.
Community
Centennial Marked With Months of Fun
Bradfield Elementary School is celebrating a century of inspiring young learners with a year jam-packed with special events.
Community
‘Everybody in the Family is a Scot’
When Highland Park ISD opened its third school in 1926, board members voted unanimously to name the building surrounded by 50 newly purchased trees in honor of their chairman, John Sherman Bradfield.
News
Ding Dong! I’m a Belle
The award-winning Highland Belles drill team has added 36 new members to its 2026-27 line.