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State Sen. Nathan Johnson Announces Priority Legislation
For the 88th session, he is focusing on reliable energy, the criminal justice system, schools, early prevention to reduce healthcare costs, and a strategy to expand Medicaid.
Dallas to Hold Tax 101 Presentations
Councilwomen Gay Donnell Willis and Jaynie Schultz will be hosting meetings for Districts 13 and 11, respectively.
What’s New and Coming Soon to Galleria Dallas?
Galleria Dallas is kicking off spring with seven new stores that have opened recently or are coming soon.
PHWC Speaker Series Explores Cultural Depth of Dallas
Valerie Boyd, a member of the Preston Hollow Women’s Club for nearly a decade, considers the meetings held monthly from October through May her favorite part.
Crime
DPD: Man Shot at Hillcrest Road and Valley View Lane
Dallas police say a man was shot shortly before 6:30 p.m. Feb. 22 near the intersection of Hillcrest Road and Valley View Lane.
Crime
Burglar Shatters PH Fajita Pete’s Door, Steals Registers
Around 3:31 a.m. Feb. 21, the burglar forced entry into the Fajita Pete's at Preston Forest.
Meadowbrook School to Move, Switch to Nonprofit Model
This summer, the school will move into the first floor of the Unity of Dallas church campus (but it plans to remain non-religious) for its 53rd year.
Who’s on the Ballot for Dallas City Council, Dallas ISD Trustee?
The filing period for the upcoming Dallas city council and Dallas ISD board of trustees races ended Feb. 17.
Foster Elementary STEM Lab to Open in Early Spring
The school was one of six Dallas ISD campuses to receive a TEXAS YES grant and plans on putting the $4,500 toward a new STEM lab on campus.
Medley Swimmer Looking to Make History for Hillcrest
Katherine Yao has never been a student at Hillcrest High, but she’s one of the most decorated swimmers in school history.
Firefighters Respond to Fire at Former Valley View Mall
Dallas Fire-Rescue spokesman Jason Evans said firefighters arrived Feb. 11 to find smoke coming from the three-story building, where the movie was previously.
Walnut Hill, Thomas Jefferson to Celebrate New Campuses
The two campuses will have campus tours — with a building dedication for TJ and a ribbon cutting for Walnut Hill — on Saturday, Feb. 11.
America’s QB Still Making History
In the 1970s, Roger Staubach made NFL history with thrilling comebacks, his “Hail Mary” pass to Drew Pearson, and Super Bowl titles.
Short-Term Rental Ban Awaits Council Action
The City Plan Commission voted in favor of only allowing short-term rentals in districts that typically allow lodging uses (not including single-family or multi-family residential districts), but council members will get the final say.
New Spot Coming to Former Seasons 52 Home at NorthPark
A spokesperson for the shopping center confirmed that restaurant Joey will take over the 12,000-square-foot space.
ESD Senior Follows Family Legacy Into College Soccer
Soccer is a sport of goals, and Truth Byars has achieved most of hers, ever since spending countless hours on the sidelines watching her two older sisters.
Edgemere Drops Restructuring Plan, Supports Proposed Sale
Edgemere will back a plan by debt holders that includes selling the luxury retirement community’s assets.
Dallas Launches Senior Home Repair Grant Program
The program will allow seniors to apply for grants of up to $10,000 to put toward home repairs such as wheelchair ramps or replaced HVAC systems.
STEAM
Girl Scouts Welcome STEM Superstar
Jennifer Makins, the former director of STEM education at Parish Episcopal School, is now the executive director at the Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas' STEM Center of Excellence.
Filing Open for May Municipal, School Board Races
The incumbent city council members representing Preston Hollow, Jaynie Schultz of District 11 and Gay Donnell Willis of District 13, are running for re-election.