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Following a Season of ‘Wishing,’ Recycle Only What’s Appropriate
The “most wonderful time of the year” also is the busiest, and not just for retail. Recycling operations typically record a 10-to-15-percent spike in volume
At The Threshold of January 2019
As I don my exercise clothes with renewed resolve again on Jan. 1, I start simmering black-eyed peas for luck, tackle my Quicken, and clean up the post-holiday flotsam.
Late Philanthropist Leaves Dallas a Lasting Legacy
Friends used words like “unassuming” to describe the woman known as the Grand Dame of Dallas. Margaret McDermott bestowed millions upon institutions linked to
Making An Impact on the World
Paige Chenault loves a birthday party – so much so that she throws about 50 of them each month.
The New Mister Tuxedo: Billy Langhenry
Billy Langhenry used to be Mister Tuxedo’s neighbor. Now he’s the owner.
Broadway Star Likes Teaching During Trips Back Home
Christine Cornish is living her dream as a Broadway actress, with career performances that include such classics as Cats, My Fair Lady, and Kiss Me, Kate.
Have Park Cities, Preston Hollow Voters Turned Purple?
Politics in the U.S., these days, are measured with terms like liberal “blue states” and conservative “red states”—Texas, being one.
Park Cities Presbyterian Under Construction
It’s hard not to notice the construction taking place at the corner of Oak Lawn Avenue and Newton Court.
Tennis Court Faces Uncertain Future
Playing days appear numbered for Highland Park’s Tennis Court No. 1. Even Mayor Pro Tem John McKnight has voiced doubts about the future of the court beside
National Panelists Say Museums Should Reach Out More
With years of serving communities through the support of art, meeting with people face-to-face has become an important principle of The Arts Community Alliance (TACA).
Flamethrower Shares Tales of Iwo Jima
A well-decorated audience listened as Don Graves, a 93-year-old, World War II veteran, talked of his time fighting on Iwo Jima. Veterans from such wars and
CC Young Wrap It Up Luncheon Recap
On Nov. 9, guests were invited to enjoy holiday shopping, lunch, and a fashion presentation at the annual CC Young Wrap It Up Luncheon.
Forgettable Gifts Galore
In a year with precious little good news, the calendar brings great news for merchants and shoppers in America: an early Thanksgiving – Nov. 22. The holiday
Animal-Loving Dallas Scholar Discussed During Symposium
Those who knew James Hillman, a pioneering and imaginative psychologist and co-founder of the Dallas Institute of Humanities and Culture, said he was always
ABPA Holiday Home Tour
The Armstrong Bradfield Preschool Association is hosting its 20th annual Homes for the Holiday Home Tour on Friday, Dec. 7.
Town Council Gets a Closer Look at Hackberry Creek
On a fall Saturday morning, the community’s love for Hackberry Creek went on full display. Portrait takers, dog walkers, and picnickers were among those using
Broadnax Touts Need To Work Together
As North Texas continues to grow, taking advantage of opportunities and tackling challenges requires an all-in approach from the private and governmental
‘Modern Family’ Star Fights Cancer With Laughter
Viewers of ABC’s mockumentary sitcom Modern Family, have gotten a glimpse of what Eric Stonestreet’s mother is like.
Society
Crystal Charity Ball Transforms Dallas into the Big Easy
True to its elegant reputation, the 2018 Crystal Charity Ball will do so in the spirit of Nouvelle-Orléans.
NorthPark / Salvation Army Angel Tree Kickoff
NorthPark Mall kicked off Black Friday in style in conjunction with the Salvation Army which launched its annual Angel Tree initiative.