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HPISD Affected by Ransomware
Highland Park ISD’s weeklong network outage involves ransomware, superintendent Mike Rockwood wrote in a Friday afternoon email to district families and staff.
In Case You Missed It
Retired Journalist Tracks Elusive Jewel Thief
Rena Pederson’s book chronicles the true story of the brazen yet uncatchable cat burglar who targeted homes in the Park Cities and Preston Hollow in the 1950s and ’60s.
Scots Musical Tradition Gets a Professional Boost
Since 1934, Highland Park High School has featured a regiment of bagpipers, including the popular all-female Lassies of the 1960s and ’70s.
Events
Acclaimed Cellist to Perform at HP Digitarium
Highland Park ISD’s Digitarium at Pierce Planetarium will host an intimate winter concert on Dec. 11 with internationally renowned cellist SaiSai Ding.
Events
Pop Up Book Sale Coming to The Plaza at Preston Center
Bookworms can stock up on their holiday favorites at The Plaza at Preston Center from Dec. 6 to 12 during the Friends of the University Park Public Library’s pop up Second Chapter Book Sale.
UP Approves New E-Bike Regulations
The University Park City Council voted Nov. 19 to limit the use of electric bicycles to licensed drivers and to impose additional safety restrictions on e-bikes.
‘Park Cities People’ Applauds
'Park Cities People' gives a cheer for University Park Elementary's outstanding school librarian, and the Friends of the University Park Public Library's volunteers of the year.
F1 Team Tackles Questions From MAPS Students
There are only 10 Formula 1 teams in the world, and on Oct. 16 one of them made a pit stop at Highland Park High School.
Jeanne Skartsiaris Penned Novel One Page at a Time
When Jeanne Skartsiaris started writing 'The Magdalenes' more than 20 years ago, she didn’t know how to write a book.
UP City Council to Consider More E-Bike Regs
University Park’s City Council will consider an ordinance that would limit electric bike usage to licensed drivers, require e-bike operators to obtain permits, and impose other safety restrictions on e-bikes during its Nov. 19 meeting at 5 p.m. in City Hall, 3800 University Blvd.
General
HPISD Staff to Receive First Bond Benefits in December
HPISD teachers and staff will receive $1,400 stipends next month thanks to the $137.3 million bond passed by voters on Nov. 5.
No Crime Wave, But Rising Concern
The number of crimes in University Park isn’t on the rise, according to statistics compiled by the city. But recent events have made residents question whether more should be done to prevent criminal activity.
‘Park Cities People’ Applauds
Park Cities People gives a cheer for a member of an indie rock band, a generous HP alumnus, an SMU professor, and a local community leader.
Friends of the UP Public Library Recognizes Volunteers of the Year
The Friends of the University Park Public Library recognized three outstanding teens as Diane Galloway Volunteers of the Year at the Nov. 5 meeting of the University Park City Council.
UP Better Suburb Than HP, Ranking Says
University Park ranked second — 12 spots higher than Highland Park — in 2024 rankings of the best suburbs in the Dallas-Fort Worth Area from Niche.com.
In Case You Missed It
Garage Barber Makes House Calls
Highland Park High School senior Ashton Pham-Davis is a cornerback on the varsity football team, an Eagle Scout, and vice president representing the brass section of the Highlander Band.
Bradfield Students Blaze New Trails at CAMP READ-A-LOT
Bradfield Broncos broke records at this year’s CAMP READ-A-LOT themed Reading Rodeo, raising more than $155,000 for their school during a week of page-turning fun and friendly competition.
Have a Problem? Ask These Armstrong Inventors for Help
Are you struggling to get your frozen ice cream out of the carton? Did greedy goblins steal the candy you left on the porch last Halloween?
Police, Neighbors Team Up For Rabbit Rescue
University Park police officers don’t just hop to it when people are in danger. They respond to bunnies in trouble as well.
E-Bike Regulations on the Table at Breakfast Discussion
Electric bicycle regulations could be coming to University Park, but Boone Elementary School probably is not.