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HP’s Morse Caps Career With MVP Award
The senior linebacker earned most valuable player recognition from coaches in District 7-5A Div. I this season.
Favorites of 2024: Lady Scots Honor Star Athlete at Tracy Wills Invitational
The story of how the Lady Scots continue to honor the legacy of HPHS track and cross country standout Tracy Wills is on managing editor Sarah Hodges’ favorite stories of 2024 list.
Voices
Voices: The Holidays and The Ambiguity of Hope
Hope and ambiguity go hand-in-hand, where we look forward toward a life of promising experiences, all the while with doubt, uncertainty, and some fear.
Society
Debutantes Presented at Idlewild, Calyx, Terpsichorean Club Balls
The Idlewild Club kicked off the six-week debutante season in November by presenting five young women, all legacies with deep Dallas roots.
New Coach Looks to Elevate Perennial Postseason Success for Lady Scots
Chad Hobbs was looking for a new challenge leading an elite girls soccer program in the Dallas area, and Highland Park provided the ideal landing spot.
UP History Quiz
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Blog
Person of the Year, Friendship, and Fellowship
In this month’s issue we honor our Preston Hollow Person of the Year, Abigail Williams
Crime
Preston Hollow Crime Reports Dec. 16-22
Motor vehicle thefts and porch pirates topped this week’s Preston Hollow crime report.
HPISD Earns Top Rating for Financial Management
Highland Park ISD has earned top marks in the 2023-24 report from the state’s financial accountability rating system.
UP City Council Returns Rosedale to One-Way Street
The University Park City Council repealed an ordinance that opened Rosedale Avenue between Snider Plaza and Dickens Avenue to two-way traffic during its Dec. 17 meeting.
Nonprofits
Santa’s Helpers Deliver Supplies to Shelter Dogs in Need
A big Howliday shout out to the pawsome volunteers with Forever Family Rescue who came together to deliver dog food just in time for the holidays.
News
New Year, New E-Bike Regulations
University Park and Highland Park have each approved e-bike safety restrictions
Best of
Favorites of 2024: ‘Their Portraits’ Remembers Hostages
In browsing back through the dozens of photos taken, I was struck by how the artists’ portraits emerged into the forefront, no matter the positioning or lighting of the photographic angle.
In Case You Missed It
2024 Person of the Year: Mike Rockwood
Superintendent Mike Rockwood has been at the helm of Highland Park ISD for less than 24 months, but his team’s achievements have already shaped the district for years to come.
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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.
Rangers Hold Off Scots in 5A Title Game
Highland Park’s quest for a seventh state championship fell short against Spring Branch Smithson Valley on Saturday at AT&T Stadium.
Scots vs. Rangers: Inside the Box Score
Smithson Valley controlled the clock and held Highland Park in check after halftime in Saturday’s 5A Division I title game.
SMU To Celebrate Commencement Convocation
More than 600 students from SMU’s undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs will be honored Saturday, Dec. 21 in Moody Coliseum.
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Jump Seat Coach Propels SMU Riding Team
Bringing the talents of each rider together as a team is key to Persons’ success
Community
Wycliffe Bridge Restructure to Affect Floods, Residents, Traffic
Team of civil engineers detail existing challenges which include a history of six overtopping events on Wycliff Avenue since 2022