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Top Stories: ➊ – Crews Respond To Fire at Duplex In UP (Monday), ➋ – Dallas' controversial OT Tavern agrees to close amid complaints from businesses, residents (Friday), ➌ – Council for Life Announces Appointment of First-Ever Executive Director, Lee Anne Morris (Thursday), ➍ – Rhinos + Winery = Rhinory: New Fredericksburg Winery Makes a Splash in Rhino Conservation and at TEXSOM Wine Awards (Friday), ➎ – Al Biernat’s Launches New Menu (Thursday)

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Houston Developer Moving Ahead With Plans for Turtle Creek Tower

NBC DFW 7/2 1:03P

A Houston developer will build an almost $170 million apartment tower on the site of an Oak Lawn condominium community. Hanover Co. is beginning demolition of the Turtle Creek...

Dallas' controversial OT Tavern agrees to close amid complaints from businesses, residents

CBS Dallas-Fort Worth 7/1 5:19P J.D. Miles

DALLAS (CBSDFW.COM) Homicides, aggravated assaults, and even rape have all been connected to a Dallas bar on Greenville Avenue that the city has been trying to shut down. Now the owner has agreed to...

4th of July Safety Tips Everyone Should Follow

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 7/1 5:38A Bubble Life

The 4 th of July or Independence Day is one of the most popularly celebrated national holidays in the United States. At the time of reading this blog, you or a close friend is likely planning a...

DART Announces Elizabeth Reich as New CFO

People Newspapers News 7/1 9:00A Maria Lawson

Dallas' former chief financial officer has a new gig as CFO of Dallas Area Rapid Transit.

City Council on 2022-07-05 5:00 PM - Jul 05, 2022

UP City Council Meeting Agenda 7/1 1:44A

The agenda for City Council on 2022-07-05 5:00 PM dated Tuesday, 05 July 2022 has been published. Access it here:...

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Amazon June Best Sellers

Brighton The Day 7/2 5:00A Brighton Keller

Back again with another month of Amazon best sellers! June was filled with amazing summer favorites like these beach towels that come in a bunch of colors and this pink...

Summer bedding refresh + 4th of July savings with The Home Depot

The Decor Diet 7/2 4:30A The Decor Diet

It’s officially summertime and if you haven’t refreshed your bedroom or guest room to accommodate the warmer temperatures, don’t fret because it’s not too late! It’s actually the perfect time for a...

Four Days Of Fourth Of July Can Be A Dazzling Celebration Thanks To Safeguards Being In Place

My Sweet Charity 7/1 12:30P Jeanne Prejean

This Fourth of July is a holiday that most grownup kids dream of — a four-day holiday in the middle of summer. Okay, so today isn’t officially a day off, but most folks are cutting out early if they...

Immersive Monet and The Impressionists Makes Dallas Debut

People Newspapers Life 7/1 12:00P Rachel Snyder

Immersive Monet and the Impressionists, which explores the Impressionist movement of the late 19th century.

UPDATE: Equest Horses Hate To Nag, But They’re Stalled In Trying To Show Their Thanks

My Sweet Charity 7/1 8:30A Jeanne Prejean

Equest s breezy barn* In response to last week s SOS for Equest s need of high velocity fans , there s spectacular new and could-use-some help news. Equest spokes-horses Dare and Ranger reported, The...

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Piece of UPFD History Joins Fourth of July Parade

People Newspapers Community 7/1 10:00A Rachel Snyder

A piece of University Park history will again drive through city streets as part of the Rotary Club of Park Cities Fourth of July Parade.

Related: Meet The Star of The Fourth of July Parade People Newspapers Community

Touchdown Club of Dallas, Runway for Rise Benefit Rise School

People Newspapers Community 7/1 5:00A Rachel Snyder

The Ashford Rise School of Dallas recently received $2.325 million from the Touchdown Club of Dallas and several of its members.

Ability Connection Partners With The Potter’s House On Summer Camp Program

People Newspapers Community 7/1 3:00A Staff Report

Ability Connection, a Dallas-based nonprofit specializing in care for all types of intellectual and developmental disabilities, recently launched a first-time collaboration...

UWorld Grants $125,000 to North Texas Organizations

People Newspapers Community 6/30 4:00A Madeline Stout

UWorld, a provider of online learning tools for high-stakes exams, awarded $125,000 in grants to seven non-profit organizations in North Texas.

Bash on the Boardwalk Benefits Children’s Health

People Newspapers Community 6/29 12:00P Madeline Stout

Bash on the Boardwalk recently kicked off the Red Balloon League’s annual Cape Day on Thursday, April 28, which honors patient superheroes at Children’s Health who fight...

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Congratulations, Highland Park High School Class of 2022

People Newspapers Schools 7/1 2:30A Rachel Snyder

More than 530 joined the ranks of Highland Park High alumni as the district celebrated the class of 2022 on May 27.

HPISD Names New Leaders For Highlander Band, HPHS Theatre Program

People Newspapers Schools 6/30 5:00A Rachel Snyder

Highland Park ISD named new leaders for the Highlander band program and the Highland Park High School theater program.

Related: Daren Jordan chosen to lead Highlander Band program Highland Park ISD News and Announcements

Brittany Murphy joins HPHS as Theatre Director

Highland Park ISD News and Announcements 6/29 3:16A

Brittany Murphy has been named the new Theatre Director at Highland Park High School. For the last nine years, she has directed Forney High School’s yearly fall show, musical...

Dallas ISD Superintendent Hinojosa’s Last Day is July 5

People Newspapers Schools 6/28 12:00P Maria Lawson

DISD's superintendent announced that he'll be leaving the district a little earlier than planned.

Chris Cullen to lead Scots water polo team

Highland Park ISD News and Announcements 6/27 12:16P

Chris Cullen has been named head coach of the new Highland Park High School water polo team. He will also join the Hyer Elementary faculty as a PE teacher.

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Sushi Mocki Brings the SMU Roll to Mockingbird Station

Eater Dallas 7/1 4:22A Courtney E. Smith

The Red Raider Roll at Sushi Mocki. | Sushi Mocki Plus a sexy speakeasy in Bishop Arts and the Henry brings the Hamptons to Dallas in this week’s dining intel There’s a new sushi spot coming to Dallas...

Rhinos + Winery = Rhinory: New Fredericksburg Winery Makes a Splash in Rhino Conservation and at...

Texas Wine Lover 7/1 12:32A Shelly Wilfong

The exterior of Rhinory. Landscaping coming soon! A fateful experience on a 2016 trip to South Africa gave Craig Stevens and Chesney Castleberry a heart for rhino conservation. While observing the...

2022 Finger Lakes International Wine Competition – Texas Results

Texas Wine Lover 6/30 11:24P Jeff Cope

The results have been released from the 2022 Finger Lakes International Wine Competition which was held June 21-23, 2022. Our own writer Shelly Wilfong made the trip to the Finger Lakes and helped...

Encork Wine Preserver Review

Texas Wine Lover 6/30 12:33A Jeff Cope

We received the product for review and all opinions are our own. Some links are affiliate links meaning at no additional cost to you, this site may get a small commission if you make a purchase. We at...

We Checked Out Plant Based Fast Food

Crave DFW 6/29 12:49P Steven Doyle

From chicken nuggets to cheeseburgers, there’s been an explosion in plant-based meat-alternative options at fast food chains across the country. This is due in large part to producers like Impossible...

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Red, white and two!

Krystal Schlegel 7/1 5:02P krystal

For Lake s 2nd birthday we did a Red, White and Two theme in our backyard! It turned out so cute right before July 4th and we got to share the party with our sweet friend Colette! Lake and her friends...

HAPPY NINE YEAR CANCERVERSARY TO ME

The Middle Page 7/1 2:45A Cathy Williamson

Happy Friday and happy nine-year cancerversary to me! I am so blessed to be healthy and alive! I can t believe it s been nine years. In some ways, it seems like yesterday, and in other ways, it seems...

Sale Finds I’m LOVING!

The Sister Studio 6/30 2:56A Jennifer Reed

Happy *almost* Friday, and last day of June, and 4th of July weekend! Before we kick off our long weekend with family and friends, I wanted to send out my Newsletter. There are some good promos...

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2022 Preview

Color and Chic 6/29 1:02P Hoang-Kim

June NORDSTROM ANNIVERSARY SALE 1 Marled Funnel Neck Sweater Shop 2 Funnel Neck Sweater Shop 3 Slip Pillowcase Shop 4 Plaid Mule Shop 5 Allsaints Dalby Jacket Shop Shop All Shop Shop Shop Shop Shop...

ORGANIC COTTON DRESS FOR HOT TEMPS

The Middle Page 6/28 3:04A Cathy Williamson

ORGANIC COTTON DRESS FOR HOT TEMPS Hi, everyone! I had a whirlwind twenty-four hours flying to Nashville on Saturday and back home on Sunday. Being there for my friend s son s wedding reception/gender...

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John Isner Breaks All-Time Aces Record Against Jannik Sinner At Wimbledon

People Newspapers Sports 7/1 11:00A Rachel Snyder

Highland Park resident John Isner made it into the record books again – becoming the all-time leading ace leader in ATP Tour history at Wimbledon Friday, ESPN reported.

Reynolds Competes for DR in Pan Am Cup

People Newspapers Sports 6/30 12:00A Todd Jorgenson

Park Cities native Sophia Reynolds helped the Dominican Republic finish eighth at the recent Women’s U21 Pan American Cup volleyball tournament. (Read time: 1.2 minutes)

North’s Pro Lacrosse Career Looking Up

People Newspapers Sports 6/29 12:00P Todd Jorgenson

After becoming one of the most decorated collegiate women’s lacrosse players in history, Charlotte North is ready for the professional ranks. (Read time: 1.2 minutes)

Veteran Water Polo Coach to Lead Scots

People Newspapers Sports 6/29 12:00A Todd Jorgenson

Highland Park’s varsity water polo program is brand new, but its first head coach brings plenty of experience. (Read time: 1.3 minutes)

Bell Brings Hot Bat Home to Face Rangers

People Newspapers Sports 6/24 12:00A Todd Jorgenson

Former Jesuit standout Josh Bell will return to the area when the Washington Nationals open a three-game series against the Rangers on Friday. (Read time: 1.1 minutes)

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Open Houses to Check Out July 2-3

People Newspapers Real Estate 6/30 10:00A Maddie Spera

Celebrate the holiday early this weekend by checking out some of these incredible homes!

Related: Open Houses to Check Out June 25-26 People Newspapers Real Estate

Dallas Area Building Homes At Seventh-Fastest Growth Rate In U.S.

People Newspapers Real Estate 6/29 3:00A Rachel Snyder

The Dallas area is building homes at the seventh-fastest growth rate in the U.S. among large metro areas, according to a new report from the Inspection Support Network.

Dallas City Council Approves Four Seasons Turtle Creek Project Zoning

People Newspapers Real Estate 6/24 10:00A Rachel Snyder

The Dallas City Council recently greenlit plans for a $750 million Four Seasons high rise in the Turtle Creek neighborhood.

6-Step Checklist for Making Your Next Outdoor Party a Success

People Newspapers Real Estate 6/23 2:30A Margaret Chambers

An outdoor party takes a little more planning than an indoor one. Here are some of my tips for ensuring everyone has a great time at your next barbecue, cocktail hour, or pool...

Compass, Redfin Announce Layoffs

People Newspapers Real Estate 6/22 7:00A Rachel Snyder

Amid an anticipated cooling of home sales nationwide and rising interest rates, real estate firms Compass and Redfin last week announced they were laying off hundreds of...

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Lactation expert sees new moms sticking with breastfeeding amid baby formula shortage

Spectrum Local News Health 7/2 7:00A Amber Hughes

Breastfeeding can be challenging. But with a shortage of baby formula some moms are sticking with their own supply.

Overturning Roe v. Wade: How it could impact IVF fertility treatments

Spectrum Local News Health 7/1 1:38P Samantha-Jo Roth

Some worry that abortion laws could hinder people using IVF to start or grow their families.

Fourth of July fireworks can be triggering for those with PTSD. Here's how to help

Spectrum Local News Health 7/1 5:40A Sachelle Saunders

A doctor offers ways to help.

Report: 2 new monkeypox cases identified in Dallas County

Spectrum Local News Health 6/23 3:13A Antoinette Odom

Health officials report two new cases of monkeypox in Dallas County, stemming from international travel.

Related: 2 cases of monkeypox reported in the Houston area Spectrum Local News Health

Parents eager for their children to get the COVID-19 vaccine

Spectrum Local News Health 6/21 2:47P Stacy Rickard

Parents eager for their children to get COVID-19 vaccine

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The Best Steak Marinade

Joyful Healthy Eats 7/3 11:00P Krista

The Best Steak Marinade made with aromatic herbs, tamari sauce, balsamic vinegar and a touch of honey. This sauce makes your beef unbeatably tender, juicy and flavorful after marinating for 30...

Ice Cream Cake

Love and Lemons 7/2 3:21A Jeanine Donofrio

It s the start of a long summer weekend what better way to celebrate than with a homemade ice cream cake?! Until I started making this ice cream cake recipe, every slice of ice cream cake I d ever...

Fresh Mango Salsa

Joyful Healthy Eats 6/30 11:00P Krista

Fresh fruit, succulent veggies and flavorful seasonings make this Spicy Mango Salsa a super refreshing condiment that packs a punch of tropical goodness. Whether you use it as a dip for chips, a...

Golden Chick Extends Irresistible Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich Throughout Summer

Restaurant News 6/30 4:35A RestaurantNews.com

Texas-based brand gives customers more time to enjoy Nashville Hot Chicken sandwich Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) You asked and Golden Chick answered! With the incredible...

Vegan Hot Dogs

Love and Lemons 6/30 2:54A Jeanine Donofrio

How adorable are these vegan hot dogs!?! If you re looking for a really tasty, really fun recipe to make for a cookout or BBQ this summer, friends, this is it. I love these vegan hot dogs because they...