All Stories by Rachel Snyder
News
Mosquito Season Brings Spraying — But Cities Aim to Protect Pollinators
Local officials say they work to minimize mosquito control impacts on other insects
News
Utility Work Underway on Fitzhugh Avenue Ahead of Wycliffe Avenue Reconstruction
Fitzhugh Avenue from just west of the Katy Trail to Oak Lawn Avenue narrows to one lane during working hours
Community
Classic Cars Feature at Preservation Park Cities Car Show
Classic cars were on show at Burleson Park for the 10th-annual Park Cities Car Show
Crime
Park Cities Crime Reports June 22-28
An extreme egging, burglars and more plague the Park Cities Crime Reports for June 22-28
Food
New Sushi Restaurant Coming to Ex-Tulum Space
A sushi restaurant will soon open in the former Tulum space in the Shops of Highland Park
Schools
2026 Blanket Award Winners Go Forth to Serve
HPHS award winners tallied a combined 672 hours of community service
News
Jury Reaches Verdict in Bill Hutchinson Civil Trial
A Dallas jury reached a verdict Thursday in a civil lawsuit by three women who allege prominent developer Bill Hutchinson sexually assaulted them
News
Jury Deliberating in Bill Hutchinson Civil Trial Over Sexual Assault Allegations
The jury is deliberating in a civil lawsuit by three women who allege prominent developer Bill Hutchinson sexually assaulted them.
Community
Parade To Honor Flood Victims, U.S.’ 250th Anniversary
The parade will celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary through its theme — America 250 — and philanthropic efforts.
Community
Fourth of July Parade Grand Marshal Reflects on Navy Career
The retired U.S. Navy admiral called on Americans to “stand proudly” for the values the country represents
Community
Northway Reps Make Concessions on Zoning Case
Neighbors say new concessions have addressed some concerns about Northway Christian Church’s plans to host the Compass School of Texas, but other issues remain
News
Bachendorf’s Coming to Knox Street
Bachendorf's, a longtime, family-owned designer jewelry and timepiece retailer, will open in the Knox Street neighborhood
Community
UP Pool To Host World’s Largest Swimming Lesson
Swimmers-in-training in University Park will try again this week to make a splash into the record books
News
Highland Park Transit Service Garners New Riders
Hundreds of rides were completed within three weeks of the launch of the new transit program, Highland Park On-Demand
Crime
Park Cities Crime Reports June 15-21
A sham sheriff, vehicle burglaries, and more plagued the Park Cities Crime Reports for June 15-21
News
The Londoner Pub Temporarily Closes Amid Reports of World Cup Crowds
The Londoner Pub in Mockingbird Station was temporarily ordered to close Wednesday
Schools
HPISD Trustees OK 2026-2027 Proposed Budget
The Highland Park ISD board of trustees greenlit the proposed budget for the 2026-2027 school year
Community
La Fiesta de las Seis Banderas Gowns on Display
Gowns worn by this year's La Fiesta de las Seis Banderas duchesses are on view at the University Park Public Library
Schools
Student Entrepreneurs Pitch Business Ideas
Seventy-five professionals helped put on the Shark Tank-inspired competition, either by working with students or as judges.