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Communities Foundation of Texas Invests $2M in Local News, Civic Engagement
Communities Foundation of Texas’ $2M investment in local news and civic engagement hopes to connect communities
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Businesses and Law Enforcement Moved the Ball Well During FIFA World Cup
One local pub saw large World Cup crowds, but it was largely smooth sailing for local law enforcement
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Parking Restricted on Part of 4200 Block of Amherst
The University Park City Council has voted in favor of resident-only parking on a portion of the west side of the street
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Klyde Warren Park Names Calvert Collins-Bratton President and CEO
Collins-Bratton succeeds to the leadership role after more than a decade of involvement with the park as a donor and advocate
Society
Party Hopping
So many great celebrations, so little space in print. Enjoy this roundup of recently submitted photographs.
Living
Reflections on Two Decades of Elizabeth Toon Charities
Elizabeth Toon Charities celebrated its 20th annual Concert and Clay Shoot in May
Schools
Highland Park ISD Middle Schoolers Show Scots Pride
MIS/HPMS students can celebrate their first year as Scots with new spirit apparel
Community
Hockaday Friends Host Art Show Benefiting Local Students
Proceeds from sales at the pair’s show will benefit art programs in DISD
Business
Cotton Patch Cafe CEO Debuts SafeWay Driving
The driver training and education program is run by a SafeWay graduate, and the Dallas location is owned by a local dad
Nonprofits
Country Music Star Kane Brown Wows Crowd at Dak Prescott Fundraiser
Gala raised $1.5M to further Faith Fight Finish Foundation’s mission
Society
Dallas Historical Society to Celebrate Awards of Excellence
The 45th annual Dallas History Makers Awards for Excellence Luncheon will be held Nov. 19
News
How to Join Next Leadership UP Class
University Park residents who aim to learn more about their city and become involved with boards or committees can apply for the next Leadership UP class
Food
Sugar & Sage Bakery Turns Italian
Eataly Dallas’ Terra restaurant serves Sugar & Sage pastries for a limited time
Crime
Park Cities Crime Reports July 13-19
Cold-hearted thieves, package pilferers, and reckless drivers interrupted summer fun in this week’s Park Cities Crime Reports
Schools
Mayor’s Back to School Fair Returns August 7
The event will be held at Fair Park in the Automobile Building and Centennial Hall
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Park Cities Native, Advocate Focus of New Documentary
The advocacy of a Park Cities native who sustained a spinal cord injury after a 2015 rideshare crash is the focus of a new documentary coming to PBS stations
