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Events
Molly Mullens to be Honored With Sign Dedication
The community is invited to attend the sign dedication and unveiling of The Molly Mullens Mile on Molly’s birthday, Jan. 29, at 4 p.m. in Curtis Park.
News
Highland Belles Announces 2026-27 Leadership
The Highland Belles drill team has selected its lieutenants for the 2026-27 season following a demanding try-out process before a panel of experienced judges.
News
Spy Thriller Films at SMU
Part of University Boulevard east of Hillcrest Road was closed to traffic Wednesday afternoon due to filming for a Paramount+ television series.
Business
Allie Beth Allman CEO Signals ‘Long Haul’ Commitment
Keith Conlon, president and CEO of Allie Beth Allman & Associates, has bought a significant stake in the storied local luxury real estate leader.
Crime
Park Cities Crime Reports Jan. 5-10
Vehicles, packages, and pecans were not safe in the Park Cities in this week's Crime Reports.
Community
Last Chance to Nominate Young Leaders for 20 Under 40
People Newspapers will recognize 20 outstanding community change-makers under the age of 40 this spring. Do you know someone who should be on our list?
News
MIS/HPMS Toy Drive Fulfills 250 Wishes
The McCulloch Intermediate School/Highland Park Middle School Student Leadership Club (SLC) has hosted its largest toy drive to date benefitting Community Partners of Dallas.
News
UP Voters to Consider DART Withdrawal
The University Park city council voted unanimously on Jan. 6 to hold a special election on whether to withdraw from the Dallas Area Rapid Transit system.
News
Town Thanks HP Charitable League for Employee Gifts
Monies received primarily from the Highland Park Charitable League plus individual residents provided a $650 one-time appreciation gift to each full-time employee of the town of Highland Park.
Crime
Park Cities Crime Reports Dec. 29-Jan. 4
Troublemakers started the new year off wrong in this week's Park Cities crime reports.
Sports
Lady Scots Earn Places on MaxPreps All-American Team
Three members of the state champion Lady Scots volleyball team have earned MaxPreps All-American honors.
Sports
HPISD Board of Trustees Honors Volleyball Team
The Highland Park ISD board of trustees recognized the district’s history-making volleyball team at its Dec. 16 meeting.
Events
Favorites of 2025: Pioneer Woman Shares Recipes, Stories
Managing editor Sarah Hodges learned to cook from the Pioneer Woman. This article about Ree Drummond's talk at the George W. Bush Presidential Center was one of her favorites of 2025.
Crime
Park Cities Crime Reports Dec. 22-28
Looking for Santa's sleigh? Porch pirates and reckless roadsters were on the move in this week's Crime Reports.
Sports
HP Tennis Academy Announces Winter/Spring Programs
The HP Tennis Academy will offer young players multiple levels of programming — from pee wee to tournament and elite training — this winter and spring.
Sports
Favorites of 2025: Bring Home Your Favorite Seat
This story about the sale of Blue Back chairs in Highlander Stadium was one of managing editor Sarah Hodges' favorites of 2025.
News
Village Barbershop, UPS Store Close in Highland Park Village
The Village Barbershop and the UPS Store are both leaving Highland Park Village this month. The Village Barbershop will close its doors on Dec. 31. The UPS Store had its last day of business on Dec. 20.
Crime
Park Cities Crime Reports Dec. 15-21
The holidays were for taking, not giving, for greedy thieves in the Park Cities. At least 30 attempted and completed thefts and burglaries were reported this week.
News
Memorial Funds Honor Girls Lost in July 4 Flooding
Park Cities families who lost daughters during the July 4 flooding that devastated Camp Mystic have established memorial foundations to honor them and continue their legacies.
News
Stadium Plaque Honors HP 2024-25 Soccer Team
A plaque honoring the 2024-25 Scots soccer team for having the greatest season in Highland Park men’s soccer history was unveiled on Dec. 22 in Highlander Stadium before the team’s annual alumni game.