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No Crime Wave, But Rising Concern
The number of crimes in University Park isn’t on the rise, according to statistics compiled by the city. But recent events have made residents question whether more should be done to prevent criminal activity.
‘Park Cities People’ Applauds
Park Cities People gives a cheer for a member of an indie rock band, a generous HP alumnus, an SMU professor, and a local community leader.
Friends of the UP Public Library to Host Book Sale
The sale at the Peek Service Center, 4420 Worcola St., will be open to the public from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Nov. 13-15, and from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Nov. 16. There will be a presale for Friends members from 2 to 4:30 p.m. on Nov. 12.
General
UP Launches Snider Plaza Holiday Passport
As shoppers explore the plaza, they can have their passports signed and then exchanged for free merchandise to celebrate the city's centennial.
Congratulations National Merit Semifinalists
People Newspapers recognizes the 2025 National Merit Semifinalists from schools we cover for achieving a status earned by fewer than 1 percent of high school seniors nationwide.
In Case You Missed It
Scots Earn 7-5A Crown, Top Playoff Seed
Highland Park took a high-stakes showdown for the district championship and turned it into a mismatch against Midlothian.
Scots Aim to Leverage Experience, Chemistry Into Success
For many basketball programs, four returning starters isn’t unusual. But it’s definitely an outlier at Highland Park, known for loading its lineup with seniors.
Scots Face Panthers for District Title
The stakes are as high as the goal is simple for Highland Park’s regular-season finale on Thursday at Midlothian.
Scots Football Game Rescheduled due to Weather
Can’t wait for Friday night football? Thanks to the weather forecast, you won’t have to.
Friends of the UP Public Library Recognizes Volunteers of the Year
The Friends of the University Park Public Library recognized three outstanding teens as Diane Galloway Volunteers of the Year at the Nov. 5 meeting of the University Park City Council.
Events
Spirit of Generations Award to Honor Elaine Agather
The Senior Source event recognizes impactful women in Dallas and will take place at the Hilton Anatole Feb. 27.