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Society
Methodist Health System Foundation Announces 2024 Folsom Leadership Award Recipient
James Keyes is known for his leadership through business and work as a philanthropist, author, artist, musician, and commercial pilot.
Society
Out & About: Compass School of Texas Rock the Runway
The Compass School of Texas celebrated Texas Independence Day with an evening of country music, barbecue, and an auction at the JSX Hangar.
Society
Out & About: DMA Art Ball
Andy Smith and Paul von Wupperfeld chaired the “MOMENTUM”-themed event.
Obituaries
Dancer and Longtime Teacher Bill Atkinson Dies at 94
A memorial mass and celebration of life for Atkinson will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, May 1, at Christ the King Catholic Church, 8017 Preston Rd.
Events
Festival of Joy Brings Indian Culture to Klyde Warren Park
The Festival of Joy, a celebration of spirituality and Indian culture, will return to Klyde Warren Park on Saturday, April 27, with a parade, Indian street fair, children’s activities, free vegetarian feast and evening concert.
Society
Out & About: JLD Milestones Luncheon
Supporters gathered to hear a discussion between "Good Morning America" co-host Robin Roberts and emcee and WFAA anchor Cynthia Izaguirre.
Foxtrot Closes All Locations
The specialty grocer and cafe announced the closure on April 23 which includes four in Dallas — Snider Plaza, Uptown, Knox-Henderson, and Greenville Avenue.
UP Staff to Hold Meeting on Snider Plaza Construction
An in-person meeting will be held in City Council chambers at 3800 University Blvd. at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, April 30. A virtual meeting will be held via webinar at 2 p.m. on Thursday, April 25. The same information will be presented at both meetings, and staff will answer questions from attendees.
Crime
Park Cities Crime Reports April 15-21
Mayhem makers in this week's Park Cities crime reports include carjackers, sneaky thieves and bumbling burglars.
Could Paid Parking Ease Snider Plaza’s Parking Woes?
The Snider Plaza Employee Parking Task Force has suggested that paid parking could be a solution to the plaza's parking crunch. It will meet with business owners, property owners and residents to gain feedback before making a final recommendation to the UP city council.
How UP Almost Became Part of Dallas
Dallas’ vision for the future included creating a system of parks, erecting a new city hall and auditorium, and stretching its streets and boulevards far north of the city. But that wasn’t going to be possible unless Preston Hollow, University Park, and Highland Park joined with it, becoming part of Dallas.
Stars Lining Up For Brothers Henry and Brandon Cohanim
Two of the most successful concepts in the West Village are owned and operated by brothers who are years from celebrating their 30th birthdays.
Starbucks to Open in McCartney’s Former Space
Starbucks will open a new location this fall at 6407 Hillcrest Ave., the space formerly occupied by McCartney’s University Spirit, a Starbucks spokesperson confirmed.
Real Talk: Lori Mann
People Newspapers first met Lori Mann at a networking event for those interested in the retirement community industry.
‘The SpongeBob Musical: Youth Edition’ Makes a Splash at HPMS
Audiences dove into the world of The SpongeBob Musical: Youth Edition in April with Highland Park Middle School and McCulloch Intermediate School drama students.
Authors, Scholars Inspired by Neighborhood Full of History
Though many are unaware, the two oldest houses in University Park sit in the bucolic historic 3400 block of University Boulevard.
Proposed Development to Bring Multifamily Units to HPISD
The project’s developer, Ramrock Real Estate, aims to create a walkable, mixed-use community with retail, office space, and housing to the southern side of Preston Center West.
Society
Out & About: Women LEAD Speech Competition
Junior League of Dallas (JLD) awarded $40,000 in collegiate scholarships to 10 college-bound women from Dallas ISD during its 11th annual Women LEAD Speech Competition and Awards Ceremony on March 23 at JLD Headquarters.
Events
Out & About: Vogel Art Performance Event
Iconic pop band Barenaked Ladies performed for guests at Vogel’s 32nd annual Arts Performance Event on March 30 at the Omni PGA Frisco Resort.