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Patriotic High-Wheeler Hangs Up His Helmet
In 1975, Jim Whorton paid $375 to buy an ugly, black high-wheel bike from a store in Longview.
Rise School Throws a Birthday “Pawty” for a Superstar
Students at the Ashford Rise School of Dallas put on their party hats to celebrate a staff member known for her floppy ears, wet nose, and waggy tail.
Preston Hollow Patriotically Parties for the Fourth
Preston Hollow residents celebrated with their neighborhoods the morning of July 4 to kick off Independence Day.
‘Park Cities People’ Applauds
'Park Cities People' recognizes a local author, UP's Citizen of the Year, a retiring city employee, and a leading voice in international sports in our August Applauds.
Girl Scout Earns Gold Award with Little Artists Program
Miranda McParlin began helping out at the University Park Public Library while in elementary school. She knew that she wanted to earn Girl Scouting's highest honors by continuing her contributions.
Jake Allyn Helps Celebrate, Preserve Cowboy Culture
He was raised in Dallas, but actor and filmmaker Jake Allyn has always been enamored with life away from the big city — from working ranches to dusty prairies.
Former Mayor Honored in Park Cities Fourth of July Parade
Joel Williams III will ride in the Park Cities Fourth of July Parade for the 13th time this year.
Young Bikers Bring The Bling to Park Cities Fourth of July Parade
Organizers hope that young bikers will add some patriotic pizazz to this year’s “Red, White, and You!” themed Park Cities Fourth of July Parade.
Elm Thicket/Northpark Hosts 14th Juneteenth Celebration
Historic freedmen’s town Elm Thicket/Northpark hosted its annual Juneteenth celebration complete with a parade, live music, and food vendors.
Newly Returned Resident Loses Dog, Finds Neighbors
Chances are you know the song: Scooby Dooby Doo, where are you? We got some work to do now. The Saturday morning cartoon anthem became a real mystery this spring for Max Golman and his new Preston Hollow neighbors — one without a villain to unmask at the end.
DeGolyer Alumni Embrace ‘Memories and Friendship’
DeGolyer Elementary School alumni of all ages gathered May 24 for one last lap of the school before its upcoming demolition.
Downtown Dallas Festival Needs Even More Joy
For one day each spring, visitors to downtown Dallas are transported to South Asia as dancers lead a colorful chariot through the streets of downtown Dallas.
Dirty Shirts Band Combines Pop, Disco, Rock ‘N’ Roll
Nick Santa Maria recalls family dinners at his grandparents’ home in University Park before attending concerts in Deep Ellum at the age of 16.
Daddy-Daughter Time Includes Creating Art Together
Street art beginnings in Los Angeles have led William Atkinson on a journey into fine art and a return to his hometown of Highland Park.
16 Dream Playhouses to Benefit CASA at Annual Fundraiser
Dallas CASA’s Parade of Playhouses will return to NorthPark Center for its 29th year, but this time a month earlier than usual.
Once Afraid of Horror, a Park Cities Native Now Toplines a New Terror Trilogy
Froy Gutierrez admits he was skittish as a youngster, to the extent that watching the M. Night Shyamalan thriller Signs with a cousin became overwhelming.
Former Dancers Fondly Remember Bill Atkinson
For 54 years, Bill Atkinson and his wife, Ann Etgen, trained generations of ballerinas in their studio on Hillcrest Avenue.
PH Man Fundraises with Wahl Mobile Barbershop
The pop-up barbershop will provide free beard trims to attendees. For each free beard trim, Wahl will donate $100 to support Operation Gentlemen.
Lyric Stage Uses Exclusively Local Talent
Each Lyric Stage show uses exclusively local talent, including actors, directors, musicians, and choreographers.
Reese Gould: A Special Artist
Reese Gould has become familiar to many in the Park Cities, whether riding his bike and delivering Jersey Mike’s sandwiches, or for the prodigious drawings and paintings he often creates for friends and organizations.