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School of the Future
It may look like a game, but when students "walk" into the new Dallas Hybrid Preparatory at Stephen J. Hay this August, they'll be stepping into a responsive virtual world that mimics the feel of going to school.
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Crime
HP Developer Pleads Not Guilty To California Charges
Highland Park developer William Hutchinson pleaded not guilty Tuesday to rape and sexual battery charges in Orange County, California.
Overflowing with Visitors? Time To Pop Up a Hut
David Windle’s idea for a portable extra room wasn’t borne out of the pandemic. Still, when he mentioned his fledgling Popup Hut company among North Dallas NextDoor neighbors a few months in to the safer-at-home orders, it captured attention.
House Republicans Make Moves to Arrest Decamping Democrats
True to their word, House Democrats left Texas for Washington D.C. Monday afternoon, landing Monday evening and nearly immediately embarking on a round of interviews with various news outlets.
Society
Party Hopping: Fancy Cars, Cool Art, Great Causes
A pandemic year couldn’t stop the Rotary Club of Park Cities from raising $150,000+ for the planned Bonton Clinic in south Dallas.
Fun Fashion Finds: Berkley Clothing
University Park’s Loren Heller had trouble finding maternity activewear leggings while pregnant with her daughter, Leighton, so she and friend Hillary Cullum started their Berkley line in 2020.
Announcements
Thomas Christopher Tansil
Thomas Christopher Tansil passed away on July 4, 2021, in the company of his wife and friends.
Positive West Nile Virus Samples Found In Dallas County
Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) reported Monday that mosquito samples tested positive for West Nile Virus in the 75229 and 75230 ZIP codes.
Events
Eat for Others During Restaurant Week
The benefit of staying in Dallas during the hottest weeks of the year, August 9 – September 5, means you can dine at some of the best restaurants in north Texas and benefit North Texas Food Bank and Lena Pope while you’re doing it.
In Case You Missed It
Local Baker Provides Music Stars With ‘Sweet Escape’
Lauren Kitchens is no stranger to a little fame -- she's made numerous appearances on Food Network shows, demonstrating her prowess with a piping bag and tiers of cake. But a recent wedding cake order gave her a lot of national attention.