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Bradfield Students Blaze New Trails at CAMP READ-A-LOT
Bradfield Broncos broke records at this year’s CAMP READ-A-LOT themed Reading Rodeo, raising more than $155,000 for their school during a week of page-turning fun and friendly competition.
Lions Roar Back, Topple ESD in Thriller
St. Mark’s ended a decade-long losing streak to rival ESD with a 28-27 comeback win on Friday at Hunt Stadium.
Scots Surge Past Spartans in Home Finale
Highland Park shut down Burleson Centennial early and cruised to a 42-14 win on Friday at Highlander Stadium.
PCBC Withdraws from Southern Baptist Convention
Seeking autonomy, Park Cities Baptist Church members have voted to end their affiliation with the SBC.
Noteworthy Neighbors
Preston Hollow Skeletons Go Bump in the Night
Alta Vista Lane has long been a go-to spot for die-hard trick-or-treaters
In Case You Missed It
Enter If You Dare: Haunted Driveway Brings Scares to Amherst Avenue
There were some scary good Halloween decorations in University Park this year, but the best may have been the Haunted Driveway on Amherst Avenue.
Voices
Critical School Bond Secures Future, Will Not Raise HPISD Property Tax Rate
We write to support the passage of a $137.3 million maintenance and efficiency bond and urge all Park Cities residents to vote yes to Proposition A.
Panthers, Scots Earn Top Playoff Seeds
Hillcrest hasn’t lost a volleyball match in two months, and it hopes that momentum will carry over to the Class 5A Division II playoffs.
Scots Return Home, Take Aim at Spartans
Highland Park will face Burleson Centennial in its regular-season home finale on Friday at Highlander Stadium.
In Case You Missed It
Highland Belles Drill Team Announces 2024-2025 Honor Squads
Highland Park High School’s award-winning Highland Belles Drill Team has announced the 2024-2025 honor squads, which recognize Belles for their excellence in dance and high kick.
HP Senior About More Than Just Her Smashing Spikes
Lady Scots head coach Michael Dearman was drawing up a play in the huddle when senior Alex Richter spoke up.
Crime
Preston Hollow Crime Reports Oct. 21-27
Theft of personal property and motor vehicle thefts plagued this week’s Preston Hollow crime report.
HP Angler Named to All-State Fishing Team
Highland Park Senior Dylan Sorrells is one of only two anglers from Texas who has been named to the Bassmaster High School All-State Fishing Team.
Society
KidneyTexas, Inc. The Runway Report Celebrates 25 Years
The annual luncheon and fashion show has raised over $4.7 million since 1999.
HP Bass Team Catches Another Win
The Highland Park Bass Team dominated the competition on Oct. 26 at Lake Lewisville, reeling in its third school title at its third event of the year.
University Park to Study Neighborhood Roundabouts
University Park’s city council considered ways to improve traffic and parking during an Oct. 15 meeting, including by possibly replacing stop signs with mini roundabouts at some neighborhood locations.
In Case You Missed It
Luxury Car Dealer Unleashes Puppy Love
Brushing up on Aston Martin’s Vantage lineup isn’t Hesham Elgaghil’s only focus at Avondale Auto Group
Community
Personal Past, Son Inspire Workplace Innovation
Travis Hollman is no stranger to personas created around his public image
Events
Renowned Pianist Lang Lang Headlines DSO Gala
More than 420 guests experience a night of music and dining during the sold-out event on Sept. 28
Events
Wagyu Event Leaves Guests Educated and Full
Forum Meat Company is co-owned by Park Cities and Preston Hollow residents and brothers-in-law, Todd Winn and Walter Wilkerson. The company sells a variety of high-end meat products, including
Japanese A5 Wagyu Beef.