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Why You Should Adopt a Cat This Fall and Where You Can Find One

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 10/18 9:00A Riley Heruska

Every year, approximately 3.4 million cats enter animal shelters across the nation. Roughly 70 percent of these adoptable cats end up euthanized while only a third are taken into new homes. As sad as...

DEA Prescription Drug Take Back Day: Saturday, October 27th, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Town of Highland Park (News) 10/18 10:21A

The National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs and over-the-counter medication while...

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

CBS Dallas-Fort Worth 10/18 8:16A CBS Dallas / Fort Worth

About 1 in 8 U.S. women will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime. Even though death rates have been decreasing since 1989, more than 41,000 women in...

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The North Texas Food Bank Announces Over $191,000 Raised at 5th Annual Harvest

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 10/17 12:00P Kristi Bare

Record-setting rain couldnt keep supporters away from the 5 th annual HARVEST on Friday, September 21 at the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden. Co-chairs Maggie Kipp and Melinda Knowles, with...

On My Own Time Exhibition at NorthPark Center Features Works By North Texas Professionals

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 10/17 10:00A Kristi Bare

Business Council for the Arts (BCA) celebrated its annual On My Own Time exhibition at an opening reception for the artists on October 4, 2018. On view at NorthPark Center, on level one in the east...

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Blessing of the Animals at Central Community Dog Park

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 10/18 9:13A Shelia Huffman

St. Francis Day was celebrated this year on October 4, but if you missed the time-honored Christian tradition of taking your pet to church for a blessing, Central Christian Church will gather on...

Equest Style Show Patron Party Had Some Unexpected High-Flying Guests

My Sweet Charity 10/18 8:30A Jeanne Prejean

Jamie Hermosillo and Heather Randall Nancy Carter The Equest Women’s Auxiliary Luncheon and Style Show is a little gem in the world of fashion fundraisers. It’s the type of group and event that Emily...

A Real Page Turner

Dallas Tidbits 10/16 6:00P meganf

Despite living in Texas, your Southern hospitality has been lacking ever since the destruction of your easy-bake oven. Embrace your regional roots with inspiration from Fieldshop by Garden & Gun –...

7 Horror Movies to Watch If You Hate Scary Movies

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 10/15 12:00P Riley Heruska

When it comes to horror movies, not everyone can stomach high levels of gore or terror. Many of us don't see the point in watching a movie that will haunt our nightmares for weeks to come, even if...

Westside Wanderers Dine at El Centro College

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 10/12 2:28A Shelia Huffman

The Westside Wanderers of Central Christian Church dined at El Centro Collage Thursday, enjoying a Rocky Mountain inspired lunch. During the spring and fall semesters the talented students in the...

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Contemplating Joy – today, before the holidays

The MOAT Blog (Park Cities Resident Kay Wyma) 10/13 4:42A Kay

In the very near future Christmas songs will be filling the airwaves in the same way holiday decor has hit the retail aisles (why so early?!) In the malls, on the radio, at...

Good over Goblins Every Time!

Erin Schreyer's Leadership Life Legacy Blog 10/9 6:48A Erin Schreyer

This post originally appeared on Good Word Project , a collaboration of four writers who write each month about a single word from their own personal perspective and a shared faith. Our Good Word...

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Brandt Takes the Helm at William B. Travis Vanguard/Academy for the Academically Talented & Gifted

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 10/17 7:53A Lisa Gilliam

William B. Travis Vanguard and Academy announces its newest principal, Tom Brandt. Tom Brandt comes to Travis from Preston Hollow Elementary where he had served as principal since 2014. While at...

Step Right UP! The UP Elementary School Carnival Comes to Town Friday, October 26!

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 10/15 6:13A Shannon Sonnier

The University Park Elementary Carnival, a beloved neighborhood tradition since 1938, will take place on Friday, October 26, 2018 from 3:00-6:00pm at UP Elementary School, at 3505 Amherst Avenue. ...

Find Out Why Small Is a Big Deal at Lakehill

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 10/15 5:47A Gigi Ekstrom

Lakehill Preparatory School is hosting an Admission Tea and Talk for prospective parents on Wednesday, October 17, at 11:30 a.m. The Coffee will be held at Lakehills newly renovated Main Campus,...

PARISHarts Update Week of Oct. 1 and Oct. 9

Parish Episcopal School 10/12 10:45A Casey Faulkner

Mary Poppins flew through the Black Box! Check out what's been happening in the arts!

Sign up for Parish Family Performs

Parish Episcopal School 10/11 1:58P Heather Behrens

Wanna take the stage? Here's your chance with Parish Family Performs!

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A Taste of West Dallas Events Beto & Son Go Against Each Other Then Bobby Flay on Food Network

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 10/17 3:45A Sharon Adams

Father and son duos restaurant is part of A Taste of West Dallas benefitting Wesley-Rankin Community Center presented by Texas Capital Bank Dont miss Food Networks Beat Bobby Flay show on...

Fall Drink Recipes for People Who Hate Pumpkin Spice

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 10/12 9:00A Riley Heruska

Not everyone is stampeding to Starbucks to snatch a PSL once the weather drops below 70 degrees. Some are looking to satisfy their fall cravings in other drinks. If you're not a big pumpkin spice fan,...

5 Delicious Pumpkin Products to Buy at Trader Joe's This Month

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 10/10 10:00A Riley Heruska

Since it's officially autumn, it's okay to fill an entire TJ's car with pumpkin spice goodies, right? Trader Joe's never fails to release a plethora of delectable seasonal treats, and today we're...

Mediterranean Bowls and Wraps Are Headed to University Park

Eater Dallas 10/9 9:10A Alaena Hostetter

Roti Modern Mediterranean is adding a second DFW location Roti Modern Mediterranean , a build-your-own wraps and bowls eatery, is expanding in DFW with a second location slated for University Park....

Kate Weiser Chocolate’s Beautiful Confections Hit Fort Worth Today

Eater Dallas 10/8 7:00A Alaena Hostetter

Snag 26 flavors of bon bons, candy bars, and seasonal treats Kate Weiser Chocolate, a Dallas shop for beautifully painted chocolate confections, opens its third area location today in Fort Worth. The...

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Blushington’s Picks Up Beauty Cult Favorites, Just In Time For Fall

DFW Style Daily 10/17 5:00A Amber LaFrance

It’s safe to say that the brilliant team behind beauty mecca Blushington Makeup Lounge has its finger on the pulse of what’s hot in the beauty world. We stopped by the Oak...

A Night For The Stars Beauty GALA With Founder Trish Hill

DFW Style Daily 10/16 10:40A Lauren Smola

Some are “thrilled” at October’s arrival due to the plethora of costume parties, cooler weather, spooky décor. However, The Trish Hill Foundation’s October excitement stems...

Korean Designer Lie Sangbong Brings His Collection To Dallas

DFW Style Daily 10/15 9:20A Grecia Gonzalez

We have a one-of-a-kind fashion designer strutting into Dallas this week! The one only Lie Sangbong is one of Korea’s most prominent fashion designers. Lie will take the...

Age Of The Supermodel: Behind The Scenes With Donna DeMari

DFW Style Daily 10/12 10:35A Lauren Smola

Photo of Linda Evangelista by Donna DeMari Imagine having the opportunity to see what no one else has seen before, besides Donna DeMari of course. In the year 1991, being...

Fashion X Dallas Brings Southeast Asia Culture To The Metroplex

DFW Style Daily 10/9 9:50P Grecia Gonzalez

Calling all fashion lovers! We’ve got a hot event lined up for you this weekend. The creative minds behind Fashion X, the same team behind Austin Fashion Week, Fashion X...

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Your "Go" Before "HoCo" Friday Night With the Highland Park High School Cheerleaders and Scotsmen!

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 10/17 11:16A Lisa Bedford

Come to the Highland Park High School Cheerleader and Scotsmen Annual Hamburger Supper and enjoy burgers and fries from Jack's Burger House and J.D.'s cookies before Friday night's Homecoming game at...

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HPHS Boys Cross Country Win District Championship

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 10/14 7:56A C Moss

Congratulations to the Running Scots as both Varsity and JV finished with championships in the District 11-5A meet held Friday at Myers Park in McKinney. The varsity was led by Jack Alessio who...

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Highland Belles Name 2018 - 2019 Honor Squads

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 10/13 3:45A Mikee Smythe

Shannon Phillips, Director of Highland Park High Schools award-winning Highland Belles drill team, has announced the 2018-2019 honor squads. These Belles are recognized for their excellence in dance...

Lakehill Rolls Over Denton Calvary

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 10/12 1:05P Gigi Ekstrom

The Lakehill Preparatory School Varsity Warriors Football team defeated Denton Calvary at home 64 - 38, on October 4. The Warriors were in control from the opening kick-off. They were led on offense...

Dallas United Crew Takes Gold in Seven Events in the Rowing Fall Season Opener

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 10/5 12:30P Lisa Miller

Dallas United Crew (DUC) rowing team competed in its first fall regatta of the 2018-2019 Season at the Head of the Oklahoma regatta in Oklahoma City, OK on September 29-30 , at the Boathouse District...

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How size plays into Baylor Scott & White’s planned merger with Memorial Hermann

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 10/8 11:56P Bill Hethcock

A proposed merger between Baylor Scott & White Health and Memorial Hermann Health System would give the new entity a competitive edge. But the CEO of Dallas-based Baylor Scott...

Katten Muchin adds third name to new health care practice

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 10/8 1:35A Claire Poole

Chicago-based Katten Muchin Rosenman has added a third name – Kenya Woodruff of Haynes and Boone – to the health care practice it has launched in its recently opened Dallas...

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Rodeo Goat’s Zany Burgers Just Debuted in Plano

Eater Dallas 10/16 4:00A Alaena Hostetter

Get beef patties topped with olive tapenade, onion marmalade, grilled peaches, and more Rodeo Goat Ice House just expanded its burgers and beer to Plano for its fourth Texas location. The recent...

Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Making Comeback

EatGreenDFW iPhone Reporter 10/15 2:00P Bernice Butler

Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Day has been observed each year on October 24 since 2002 to increase public awareness of the progress, promise and benefits of these ancient Eastern modalities....

CBS 11 adds investigative reporter to its ‘I Team.’ She’s half of a local-media couple

DFW.com Chowtown 10/15 8:06A By Robert Philpot rphilpot@sta

Alanna Autler has joined KTVT/Channel 11 as a consumer investigative reporter. She will be part of the CBS 11 News I-Team that also features Ginger Allen and Brian New....

Sons of America’s most famous astronaut defend President Trump’s Space Force

DFW.com Chowtown 10/10 1:11P By Mac Engel tengel@star-teleg

The title was mostly laughed at and mocked, but the concept of a Space Force has merit, per the sons of the most famous astronaut in the history of the Click to Continue

Dallas Filmmaker Inspires Action Via Storytelling

EatGreenDFW iPhone Reporter 10/10 3:00A Bernice Butler

Dallas filmmaker Michael Cain has always loved the power of film to tell a story. During his youth, he hopped the fence at a nearby drive-in movie theater to see as many films as possible. After a...