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In Case You Missed It
Fans Say It’s Been a Great Season, We’re Proud of Our Team
Scots fans said they were disappointed by Saturday’s 32-20 loss to Smithson Valley in the state title game, but not in their team or its remarkable season.
Rolling Through the Park Cities on Bus 237
A ticket on Bus 237 only costs about $2.50, but it’s a pricey service for Highland Park and University Park.
HPISD Boasts PTO/PTA-Powered Schools
School funding from the state of Texas may be at a standstill, but there’s no stopping the parent-teacher organizations at HPISD’s five elementary schools.
Santa Claus Is Coming to the Park Cities
The holiday season is busy for Jolly Old Saint Nick, but he’ll still find time to visit his favorite city and town.
UP Library ‘Chat and Play’ Mixes Playtime, Parenting Tips
The University Park Public Library plans to offer another series of Chat and Play Workshops Wednesday mornings from Jan. 29 to Feb. 26.
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.
News
UP Approves New E-Bike Regulations
The city’s new ordinance is virtually identical to the one adopted by Highland Park in October
‘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.
News
UP City Council to Consider More E-Bike Regs
Similar restrictions have already been approved by Highland Park’s Town Council and will go into effect in the town on Jan. 1
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.