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Knights Rebound with Shutout of Tigers
Covenant returned home and bounced back from its first loss of the season in convincing fashion on Friday.
Announcements
The Family Place Launches 32nd Annual Partners Card
Partners Card benefitting The Family Place is now available for purchase.
Rangers Top Rival Scots in Water Polo
Jesuit Dallas rolled past Highland Park on Wednesday in the first of two annual meetings as water polo district rivals.
HPSA Teams Take On National Competition
Three teams from the Highland Park Soccer Academy (HPSA) faced off against the top eight teams in their age brackets at national competitions this summer.
Ahoy, Mateys! Jolly Crew Sets Sail at Library
Young buccaneers found their sea legs on Sept. 19 during the University Park Public Library’s celebration of Talk Like a Pirate Day.
Speaker to Ebby Agents: Make Seven Seconds Count
The 30 seconds the so-called “elevator pitch” once provided for making a lasting initial impression may be a luxury of the past.
‘Preston Hollow People’ Applauds
‘Preston Hollow People’ gives a cheer for a Gold Award Girl Scout making a difference, Preston Hollow residents supporting United to Learn, and Thomas Jefferson High School scholarship recipients.
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Student Achievements
Highland Park High School seniors, take note: Interest in history or architecture can earn you a scholarship from Preservation Park Cities (PPC).
Events
Check Out These Five Fall Foodie Fêtes
Fall is almost here, and there are some amazing tried-and-true foodie fêtes and some new ones to enjoy, too.
Läderach Chocolatier Suisse Has Sweet Opening at NorthPark
Läderach Chocolatier Suisse on Sept. 12 opened its fifth Texas store — its first in Dallas and second in North Texas. The NorthPark Center store is on level one near Dillard’s.
HP to Honor Allen, Host Colorado Power
Friday will be a special night for longtime Highland Park head coach Randy Allen, even more so if his team secures yet another home win.
‘Suspicious Individual’ Arrested
The “suspicious individual” seen loitering in areas where children gather had been arrested and was in jail at 5 p.m. on Sept. 19.
UP City Council Approves Budget of Just Under $70 Million
The University Park City Council approved a $69,621,957 budget for fiscal year 2025 at its Sept. 17 meeting.
Community
Dallas City Council Approves Tax Rate Reduction
The city included focus on public works and public safety as matters of importance
News
UP City Council Directs Staff to Draft More E-Bike Rules
“I would love to see them gone, just in general,” police chief says
Chu Leaves NBA to Join SMU Hoops Staff
Highland Park alum Zach Chu will return closer to home for the next stop in his basketball coaching career.
Saluting Three 2024 High School Grads at Service Academies
Many area 2024 graduates recently headed to traditional colleges, while others started higher education at service academies.
Could Another Change of Scenery Lead to a Playoff Run for Bell?
Josh Bell has become accustomed to the business-related realities of moving around in Major League Baseball. He’s also gotten used to the playoffs.
HP Town Council Discusses Wycliff Avenue Reconstruction Project
The Highland Park Town Council discussed plans reconstruct a portion of Wycliffe Avenue to prevent roadway flooding during a Sept. 17 work session.
Events
Ann Curry to Headline Texas Women’s Foundation 39th Annual Luncheon
Award-winning journalist Ann Curry will be the keynote speaker at the Texas Women’s Foundation (TXWF) 39th annual luncheon.