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HP Discusses Taxes, DART Funding
The Highland Park Town Council approved a resolution on Aug. 6 supporting a reduction in the amount of sales and use tax collected by the Dallas Area Rapid Transit Authority (DART).
So Long, Summer! HPISD Welcomes Students Back to School
Jennifer Davis, herself a 1995 graduate of Highland Park High School, was emotional while walking her daughter to University Park Elementary School on Aug. 14.
HP Boys Sweep Forney Foes in Water Polo
After dropping the season opener, Highland Park’s boys water polo team responded with three straight victories, including a sweep of the Forney ISD schools.
UP City Council Approves Maximum Proposed Tax Rate
The University Park City Council approved a maximum proposed property tax rate of 22.9964 cents per $100 taxable value for fiscal year 2025 during its Aug. 6 meeting.
Alcohol Free in Dally Shows SMU Alum’s Sobriety Strategy
Katie Butler started her social media presence, “Alcohol Free in Dally,” on TikTok and Instagram after 15 months of sobriety.
Step-by-Step Guide to Designing Masculine Spaces
When you think of “masculine spaces,” the stereotypical man cave probably comes to mind: dark walls, sports memorabilia, movie posters, a big TV, and a couch that’s seen better days.
Crime
Park Cities Crime Reports Aug. 5-11
Thieves and reckless drivers ran amok in this week's Park Cities crime reports.
Events
The Hope Party Kickoff Raises Awareness and Funds for Grant Halliburton Foundation
Fueled by beverages and small bites provided by Bistro 31, shoppers participated in the kickoff event for Grant Halliburton Foundation’s 15th annual Hope Party at Simkhai in Highland Park Village.
Everyday Etiquette
Leave the white gloves and ball gowns at home when you go to Emily Smith’s etiquette classes.
Local Artist Inspired by Son’s Health Challenges Uses Talents to Give Back
The year 2018 was full of surprises for Laura Petka. First came the happy news that she was pregnant and expecting twins. The next surprise was less welcome — one of the babies wouldn’t be born healthy.
Ylang 23 Opens Flagship Store at The Shops of Highland Park
Renowned designer jewelry brand Ylang 23 has opened a new flagship store at The Shops of Highland Park.