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Crime
Park Cities Crime Reports Feb. 3-9
Careless cruisers, troublemakers, and thieves created some chaos in this week’s Park Cities crime reports.
HP Dominates in Lacrosse Season Opener
Highland Park made a statement in its first lacrosse game of the season by blasting Dripping Springs 20-0 on Sunday at Highlander Stadium.
Arts
JD Miller to Host 10th Annual Live Valentine’s Day Painting
Looking for a romantic spot to take your Valentine?
In Case You Missed It
Stop Making Such a Racket
For players, pickleball can be super fun. But for some bystanders, the whack of ball against paddle can get super annoying.
Remember the Alamo, and the Words of William B. Travis
Hockaday student Slone McNutt, together with fellow UP resident Rosser Newton and Sgt. Maj of the Army (Ret) John Vick, founded the Alamo Letter Society.
Longhorns Rally Late to Edge Hillcrest
W.T. White needed a furious late comeback to hold off rival Hillcrest 46-45 on Friday in a battle of teams who have already clinched playoff spots.
HPISD Trustees Discuss Bond Plans, Board Goals
Highland Park ISD expects to receive funds from its $137.3 million bond package on Feb. 26, and the district is working to schedule projects financed by bond dollars.
Events
Bush Center Honors Quiet WWII Heroism
The story of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, nicknamed the Six Triple Eight, is featured in a new Netflix program.
General
A Killer Story Emerges From Behind the Scenes
Former People Newspapers writer Claire St. Amant takes readers behind the yellow caution tape and into the world of fast-paced true crime journalism.
Highlander Band Students Earn Spots on All State Ensembles
Six Highlander Band students have been selected to perform in All-State ensembles, the highest honor a Texas music student can receive.
Events
TCA Celebrates 100th Day of School
Kindergartners marked the milestone of their first academic year with fun costumes and activities.
Six Scots Announce College Commitments
Three football players, a golfer, and two rowers were recognized during a ceremony at Highland Park on Wednesday.
Higher Wattage: Sibling Bond Helps Greenhill Duo Thrive
Greenhill siblings Dillon and Bryson Watt seem synchronized, as if each move together has been choreographed and rehearsed in advance.
Brain Balance: Free Parent Discovery Event
Are you ever puzzled by your child’s reactions to everyday things like clothing, sounds, or food textures? Do you wonder why they sometimes love to spin around and jump off furniture? You’re not alone!
Panthers Use Late Rally to Sting Hornets
Parish Episcopal surged in the fourth quarter and pulled away late for a 60-47 win at Greenhill on Tuesday.
Ursuline Athletes Finalize College Plans
Nine elite Ursuline athletes in four sports were recognized on Wednesday during a National Signing Day ceremony at the school.
Lady Scots to Face Emerson in Playoffs
Highland Park, the runner-up from District 12-5A, will start postseason play in the Division I bi-district round on Monday in Allen.
In Case You Missed It
David Yarrow Goes Beyond a Crouching Tiger
Acclaimed photographer debuts Storytelling Series during Dallas visit
Ursuline’s Tobin Reaches Hoops Milestone
Ursuline basketball standout Annabelle Tobin surpassed 1,000 points for her high school career during a loss to Plano Prestonwood on Tuesday.
HP Recognized for Highest Public Protection Classification
Assistant State Fire Marshal Chuck Allen presented an award to the Town for maintaining a class 1 rating from the Insurance Services Office.