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Former State Rep. Named UP’s 2021 Citizen of the Year
Dallas attorney, member of University Park’s legislative committee, and former state Rep. Daniel H. Branch was selected as the City of University Park’s 2021 Citizen of the Year.
Stick to What You Know
I admit it, “COVID me” is not amorous, and my husband has noticed.
Tornado
The Happy Ending: Central Market Preston Royal Reopens
Have you ever tasted a Royal Plumcot? How about a Picasso Melon?
Spoiler alert: I don’t think so, because they are exclusive to Central Market’s newly-reopened Preston Royal location.
40th Anniversary
‘The Best Day of the Year’ in Preston Hollow
In my house, the Fourth of July is a – capital “B” – Big Deal. We refer to it as “the best day of the year,” and preparations begin months in advance.
Artfully Public
Thanks to a city effort, finding art doesn’t have to mean a trip to the Arts District downtown — it can be as simple as looking around your neighborhood.
Independence Day Events Around Dallas
The Fourth of July is upon us! No matter where you live in Dallas, there are sure to be an abundance of festivities nearby after last year’s break from the celebration.
40th Anniversary
‘Park Cities People’ Reflects on Past Parade Coverage
One of the most anticipated events in Highland Park and University Park every year is the Fourth of July parade with its high-spirited tinseled floats and abundant supply of patriotic hues.
February Blizzard Not Forgotten in July
A year after its COVID-19 cancellation, the Rotary Club of Park Cities Fourth of July Parade will return in all of its patriotic glory plus a wintery mix.
Faith
Faith Friday: HPUMC Vacation Bible School
Vacation Bible School is in full effect as Highland Park United Methodist Church held VBS for children from 3 years old up to the fifth grade.
Alert Dog (And Owner) Rescue Neighbor Pooch From Pool
A splash and cries woke up Samantha Camp, 24, before sunrise one morning this spring.
Lee Kleinman City Council Exit Interview: Not Exactly Retired
We had the chance for an exit interview with soon-to-be retired Dallas City Council member Lee Kleinman. See what he said about about the Dallas Midtown project, the crime rate, his biggest regrets of his tenure, and more.
Visit Our Inboxes, Show Out in Fourth
The Fourth of July is a pretty big deal in a normal year, but after so many festivities were reimagined (how many times did we use that word in 18 months?) last year at the height of the pandemic, we expect this year people will really flex those patriotic muscles.
11-Year-Old Artist Collaborates With Nike
The 11-year-old Dallas-based artist behind the popular Instagram page Dear Giana is one of three chosen to collaborate with Nike to bring her designs to life as part of a promotion of the brand’s global Air Max accelerator program.
Visible Unity Celebrates Anniversary With New Website
An organization dedicated to providing programs that extend the conversation about race "beyond platitudes" is celebrating its fifth anniversary with a new digital presence.
Faith
Faith Friday: Northaven UMC Celebrates Pride Month
On Saturday, June 5, Northaven United Methodist Church hosted a Pride parade to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community during Pride month.
What Is Juneteenth?
Most, if they paid attention in history class, can tell you that the Emancipation Proclamation freed enslaved Black people in 1863. But what many don't know is that not everyone was emancipated on that date.
Medical City Parent Company Announces Community Impact Fund
A $50 million community impact fund has been set by HCA Healthcare to support health-related innovative initiatives -- especially those that focus on high-priority community health and other needs in communities.
The Pandemic’s Missing Piece…
The time spent homebound with our families during the pandemic gave us an unexpected puzzle to solve: a newfound love of jigsaws.
Voices
Bitcoin Birthday
June is such a great month. It’s never too hot in Dallas, the evenings linger, and people are out and about, many with smiles as masks are coming off.