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BookShelf
Working most often requires hours of screen time, so why not rejuvenate the mind with an action-packed book?
By Opening His Heart, an SMU Grad Hopes to Open Your Mind
Growing up Black in the Texas suburbs, Fred Leach felt the effects of magnified stereotypes, social isolation, marginalization, and unconscious biases.
(Read time: 3.9 minutes)
Comings and Goings
New shopping, new dining, and more has arrived in the area, or is coming soon.
Greater Expectations: Lady Scots Playoff Focused
After reaching the third round of the girls basketball playoffs last season for the first time in several years, Highland Park has the experience and the motivation to go even further. Also, HP boys basketball team looks for new starters to take larger roles.
(Read time: 3.7 minutes)
Things to Do
Trains, Christmas shopping, Thanksgiving turkey trotting, and more a-mazing Christmas fun, all ready for your fun-loving pleasure.
(Read time: 4.6 minutes)
1980s Real Estate Was a Woman’s World
Tom Rhodes was one of the first realtors to market himself, not just his listings in the early 1980s.
(Read time: 3.9 minutes)
In Case You Missed It
First Impressions
Industry professionals: Even in a busy market, homebuyers want to fall in love
Late Bloomer Has Become a Hard-Hitter for Eagles
Chase Kennedy will graduate from the Episcopal School of Dallas next spring with a scholarship to a major college football program and a legacy as one of the top defensive linemen in school history.
(Read time: 3.9 minutes)
Society
Seller Soirée Kicks Off Partners Card Sales, Celebrates Partners
The Family Place geared up for another exciting year of Partners Card with the annual Seller Soirée.
Don’t Let Recycling Bin Get Scary
Don’t end October on a frightenedly irresponsible note.
Park Cities House of the Month: 4301 Potomac Avenue
Find remodeled Highland Park perfection, one block from Highland Park Village and Bradfield Elementary School.
Exhibit Explores Ancient City
An exhibit opening in October will show visitors an ancient city through the photography of Dallas’ Carolyn Brown.
Who Let The Dogs Swim?
At University Park’s Holmes Aquatic Center, swimming season isn’t over until wet dogs shake.
Society
Supporting The Family Place More Important Than Ever
Amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the aftermath of a February winter storm that damaged the Family Place’s since repaired emergency shelter, Partners Card organizers say supporting the agency remains more crucial than ever.
(Read time: 3.3 minutes)
Three Cheers for Chae Marsh’s American Immigrant Story
Chae Marsh, a first-generation Korean-American, faced financial struggles, bullying, and a language barrier -- but along the way, she gained qualities that led her to entrepreneurship.
(Read time: 4.8 minutes)
Keep an Eye on This Speedy HP Junior, If You Can
Like many successful offenses, Highland Park’s prolific unit is driven in large part by its unpredictability.. One key to that proficiency has been Jay Cox.
(Read time: 4.9 minutes)
Beat The Drums, Sing Some Songs, Don Iglehart Turns 100
HPHS band members, Lads and Lassies help oldest alumnus celebrate
Preston Hollow House of the Month: 4833 Walnut Hill Lane
Built by Sharif Munir on a fabulous Preston Hollow gated estate, this stunning traditional is nestled on 1.006 acres.
Student Achievements
Student co-chairs for the Junior Symphony Ball (JSB) presented Dallas Symphony Orchestra League (DSOL) president Anne Ligon with a $238,432 check.
Greenhill Freshman Finds Home in the Middle
Zoe Gillen-Malveaux stands out in more ways than one.
(Read time: 4.9 minutes)