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Society
Kim Campbell Announced as Each Moment Matters Keynote
This year, Marnie and Kern Wildenthal will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award in Philanthropy.
It’s a Bird. It’s a Plane. No, It’s Uber.
Dallas is one of the three confirmed test markets to participate in Uber’s aerial ridesharing program, which launches in 2023.
Out and About
Carole King Musical Opens in Dallas, and it’s ‘Beautiful’
I knew and loved her songs, both the ones she wrote, composed and performed and those belted out by some of the greats in the industry. But I didn't know her story, her rocky road to the icon she is today – and boy is it a good one.
How Do You Say Goodbye to a Tree?
The obit for Highland Park’s historic monarch pecan hasn’t been published yet, but the writing can begin.
Crime
Unlicensed Massage Therapist Arrested for Sexual Assault in UP
Stephen Boyd, a 58-year-old Dallas resident, was arrested June 6 by the University Park Police Department on a charge of sexual assault.
Society
GALLERY: Purses vs. Poverty
The third annual Purses vs. Poverty program proved that when you fill a room with ladies vying for beautiful designer bags all for a good cause, you have a winner.
Out and About
Magnolia Pictures To Screen Film About Toni Morrison
In addition, the documentary features interviews with Hilton Als, Angela Davis, Fran Lebowitz, Walter Mosley, Sonia Sanchez, and Oprah Winfrey.
Crime
Crime Reports June 10 – 17
The padlock on a truck, parked on June 10 at the 4700 block of Cowper Avenue, couldn't keep a burglar out between 12:30 and 12:45 p.m.. Several items were stolen: a Toro lawnmower ($1,700), a Stihl-brand edger ($750), a Stihl-brand weed eater ($750), and a Stihl-brand trimmer ($850). Adding insult to injury? The padlock was also taken.
District Moving Forward with Hyer Demolition
As far as Highland Park ISD officials are concerned, demolition of the original Hyer Elementary building is going to begin this summer, with an eye on the campus opening for the 2020 - 2021 school year.
Out and About
Dallas Summer Musicals 2019-2020 Season Tickets Now Available
Pop-culture phenomenon "Dear Evan Hansen" and Disney's "Frozen" anchor the nine-show season made up of Tony Award winners, acclaimed revivals, North Texas premieres, and beloved family favorites.