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Patriotism Dazzles During Parade
Enthusiastic spectators waving flags and wearing red, white and blue lined the streets of the Park Cities during this year’s July Fourth Parade.
Lacrosse Stars Cherish All-Star Reunion
Before starting their college careers, local standouts shared the field one last time at the Adrenaline All-American Lacrosse Games at The Star.
Comings and Goings
The new favorite of Francophiles and foodies opened its chic, kid and family-friendly location on June 23 in the space formerly occupied by Corner Bakery.
Art, Antiques, Jewelry From Prominent Estates Goes to Auction
The Sept. 20 auction will offer a rare opportunity to bid on original works by important artists such as John Ford Clymer, Tom Ryan, John Nieto and original artists of the Taos Society of Artists, including Joseph Henry Sharp, Oscar E. Berninghaus, Bert Geer Phillips, and E. Martin Hennings.
New Japanese-Inspired Steakhouse to Open on Oaklawn
The group behind such dynamic restaurants as The Charles, El Carlos Elegante, and Mister Charles is opening Norman’s Japanese Grill, a concept that embraces fire and ice, serving char-grilled meats alongside a raw bar.
General
UP Relaunches Memorial Stone Program
Residents can leave a lasting mark on Curtis and Caruth parks through the purchase of customizable border stones that honor loved ones, celebrate milestones, or show support for area parks and neighborhoods.
School’s Cool — Just Ask the Mascots!
It’s not hard to get excited about the upcoming school year when the Dallas Mavericks ManiAACs are your hype guys.
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How to Support a Grieving Child
As the community mourns those impacted by Texas Hill Country floods, strength found in shared sorrow and the deep compassion rising from it endures.
Philanthropy
LEAP Global Missions to Host Miracles in Motion Gala
Babe Laufenberg, a former NFL player and current analyst for the Dallas Cowboys Radio Network, will serve as the guest speaker at the gala.
NNA Recognizes People Newspapers
Park Cities People and Preston Hollow People have won a combined 13 awards in this year’s National Newspaper Association Better Newspaper Contest.
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Acquainted With Grief: A Mother’s Perspective on Facing Loss
In recent weeks, our community has faced an unthinkable tragedy.
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Finding Words When None Will Do
I’ve witnessed enough sorrow to believe that most don’t know what to say to the grieving, and when we open our mouths, we prove it.
Crime
Park Cities Crime Reports July 21-27
Thieves, burglars, and reckless roadsters did their worst in this week’s Park Cities crime reports.
Crime
Preston Hollow Crime Reports July 22-27
Criminal trespassing and loitering kept DPD busy in Preston Hollow this week.
Nonprofits
Wilkinson Center Presents Grant, School Supplies
The initiative provided backpacks and school supplies to students served by Wilkinson Center as part of their Stock Up for Summer campaign, which aims to mitigate food insecurity during the summer months.
Need an Excuse to Have Dessert?
Satisfy your sugar craving at these local businesses, and you’ll give back to an even sweeter cause — assistance for those affected by the Hill Country’s catastrophic flooding.
UP City Council Approves Redesign of Failed Retaining Wall
The big bad wolf may have been doing some huffing and puffing in University Park.
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How to Help:
There are more agencies offering much-needed help to those affected by the Hill Country’s devastating flooding than there is space in Park Cities People.
Hillcrest Names New Athletic Coordinator
Candace Balderas-Miller becomes the first woman to hold the top athletic administrator role at any Dallas ISD high school.