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Mental Health Struggles Rise for Students
At high schools across the nation, the pressure to succeed is so constant that getting through the day can feel like an achievement in itself.
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?
Community
‘Park Cities People’ Applauds
'Park Cities People' recognizes the winner of HPISD's financial audit art cover competition, University Park's longtime city prosecutor, the senior minister at HPUMC, and the members of Girl Scout Troop 3719.
Living
The Reality of Pig Butchering Scams
If you receive an unexpected message from a stranger offering investment advice, delete it immediately.
Living
Reflecting as a Community — 2025 in the Park Cities
This year, our streets wore green ribbons — gentle reminders of the heartache that touched our community when six young girls from our neighborhood were lost at Camp Mystic and when others succumbed to the quiet despair of suicide.
Schools
Taking the WrAP
Highland Park ISD has introduced a new tool to help students sharpen their writing skills — the WrAP, short for Writing Assessment Program, by ERB.
Schools
Grants, Large and Small, Advance STEM Learning
Leaders in education and industry agree on this much: To better prepare students for the careers of the future, a solid foundation in science and engineering is vital in the United States.
Community
Letter to the Editor: Wheelchairs unwelcome?
I enjoyed reading the writeup on The Plaza at Preston Center (November 2025 issues, Page 13)
Community
2025 Person of the Year: Jacque Ryan Wynne
The queen of the Cattle Baron’s Ball died the day after her 78th birthday on Oct. 18. She has earned the respect of People Newspapers, and we have named her our Person of the Year for 2025.
Business
Grandmother’s Fudge Recipe Is in Good Hands
Top-selling fudge varieties include dark chocolate with sea salt, chocolate dipped peanut butter, and nutty fudge laced with pecans, walnuts, or pistachios.
News
HPISD Board of Trustees Selects Academic Calendar
The Highland Park ISD board of trustees has approved a 2026-2027 Academic Calendar with a first day of school on Wednesday, Aug. 19, and a last day on Friday, May 28.
Living
Surviving (and Enjoying) the Holidays – Mom Edition
Let’s be honest — the holidays aren’t for the faint of heart.
News
Santa Claus Journeys Through UP
Santa has hit the streets of University Park, and this year he has a brand new ride.
News
Ding Dong! I’m a Belle
The award-winning Highland Belles drill team has added 36 new members to its 2026-27 line.
Schools
Opening a Successful Restaurant? It’s Not a Piece of Cake
Tired of the same old sushi rolls? The staff at Sakanaboru will make one your way, complete with fresh sauces and locally-sourced ingredients, then use a machine with seven guillotines to slice it while you wait.
News
No DART in Highland Park?
Highland Park voters are slated to decide in May whether to continue the town’s membership in the Dallas Area Rapid Transit system.
News
UP Council Honors Snider Plaza Favorite
The University Park city council celebrated a local restaurant and advanced several major infrastructure items during its Dec. 2 meeting, beginning with a proclamation honoring the 30th anniversary of Half Shells.
News
Let It Snow!
Santa Claus came to the Town of Highland Park during its annual tree lighting on Dec. 4, and plenty of holiday magic arrived with him.
News
UP Council Approves Vehicle Restrictions in Snider Plaza
The University Park city council moved forward with post-construction traffic controls in Snider Plaza during its Nov. 18 meeting
News
Performing in School Is Hard Enough; Try It While Hungry
A few miles away from Highland Park, the wealthiest town in Texas, students come home hungry every day.