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TCU and SMU Battle for Iron Skillet Brings in Big Game Day Business

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Top Stories: ➊ – 2022 Crystal Charity Ball Fashion Show Cocktail Party Was A Swellegant Affair At A Spectacular Estate (Tuesday), ➋ – MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: 2022 Crystal Charity Ball Fashion Shows (Friday), ➌ – This Dallas Tex-Mex Spot Ruins a Good Meal With Distasteful Decor (Tuesday), ➍ – Kips Bay House Shortened, But Not Canceled (Thursday), ➎ – Preston Hollow Show House Tour Shortened After Neighborhood Dispute (Wednesday)

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TCU and SMU Battle for Iron Skillet Brings in Big Game Day Business

NBC DFW 9/24 12:34P Yona Gavino

Goff’s Hamburgers sizzled with game-day rivalry. “SMU is right behind us and we always have the games playing,” said employee Lesly Candanosa. The McDowell family are SMU fans. They waited inside the...

Kips Bay House Shortened, But Not Canceled

People Newspapers News 9/22 3:00A Maria Lawson

This year’s Kips Bay Decorator Show House will last four days instead of the traditional and originally planned one-month run.

Preston Hollow Show House Tour Shortened After Neighborhood Dispute

NBC DFW 9/21 5:30P Katy Blakey

Step inside 9250 Meadowbrook Drive and be prepared to be impressed. The Preston Hollow mansion is the site of this year’s Kips Bay Decorator Show House in Dallas . Designers...

Parkland Hospital Home Program Brings Health Care Home

NBC DFW 9/21 3:28P

On Thursday Parkland Health announced the launch of its Hospital at Home program which allows patients to recover at home. We recognize that the hospital, the traditional hospital setting may not be...

Keller Orders Removal of Public Library's Post Promoting Banned Books Week

NBC DFW 9/21 12:54P Lili Zheng

Some Keller residents are expressing concern after city officials asked the public library to remove a social media post highlighting Banned Books Week. Laney Hawes is the mother of four Keller ISD...

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Dallas International Film Festival Announces First 16 Films

People Newspapers Life 9/26 5:00A Maria Lawson

The Dallas International Film Festival is celebrating its 16th anniversary Oct. 14 through 20. To kick off the celebration, the festival announced the first 16 films for the...

JUST IN: 2022 Obelisk Awardees Details Announced For Business Council For The Arts Fundraiser

My Sweet Charity 9/26 4:30A Jeanne Prejean

2022 Obelisk Awards Luncheon Chair Pamela Zeigler-Petty has just announced the individuals and organizations that will be honored at the Business Council for the Arts fundraiser on Tuesday, November...

Fall Looks You Will Fall For

Tanya Foster 9/25 2:09P Tanya Foster

Happy Monday! Did everyone have a wonderful first weekend of fall? Today I want to share some amazing fall looks! From lightweight sweaters, to jeans and everything in between, these are fall looks...

MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: 2022 Crystal Charity Ball Fashion Shows

My Sweet Charity 9/23 12:30P Jeanne Prejean

Since 2022 Crystal Charity Ball Chair Susan Farris had announced the theme for the ball on Saturday, December 3, to have an Italian flavor, “Italiano Splendido,” it delighted fashion lovers that Dolce...

A Thank You Note For Finding Passion And Purpose Through 2022 North Texas Giving Day

My Sweet Charity 9/23 4:30A Jeanne Prejean

According to Communities Foundation of Texas CEO/President Dave Scullin , Dave Scullin (File photo) 2022 North Texas Giving Day* To all who found their passion and gave with purpose this North Texas...

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Galleria Santaland and SNOWDAY Tickets Now Available

People Newspapers Community 9/21 9:00A Maria Lawson

While temperatures remain in the 90s, reservations are now open for mall-goers to embrace the cold with Santaland and SNOWDAY at the Galleria Dallas, which open Nov. 18.

The World’s First Interactive Fountain Opens at Klyde Warren Park

People Newspapers Community 9/19 10:00A Carley Hutchison

Klyde Warren Park was created 10 years ago with a mission of adding more than just nature to the Downtown Dallas area.

The Mothers Are Coming!

People Newspapers Community 9/19 2:30A Michele Valdez

Our mothers, my hubby’s and mine, will soon visit. We coordinate their stays because, well, it blunts their impact.

Ann McCartin Dies at 85

People Newspapers Community 9/16 9:22A Evelyn Wolff

Ann Christine Daley McCartin, the wife of former Park Cities People owner and publisher Thomas R. McCartin, died on September 8, 2022. Mrs. McCartin was a longtime resident of...

‘Share the Shoes’ Initiative Donates Footwear to 520 Children Around The City

People Newspapers Community 9/14 4:00A Maria Lawson

The Dallas Police Department and Energy Transfer joined forces for the sixth consecutive year to donate about $10,000 worth of shoes to more than 520 children across Dallas.

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Trustees recognize HPISD birthday card artist

Highland Park ISD News and Announcements 9/23 2:41A

HPISD congratulates Yihan Li, the winner of the 2022 HPISD Birthday Card Cover contest.

Jon Dahlander, HPISD Chief of Staff, Returning to Dallas ISD

People Newspapers Schools 9/22 2:36P Rachel Snyder

Jon Dahlander, who’s served as Highland Park ISD’s director of communications since 2015 and subsequently took on the role of the district’s chief of staff there, is returning...

St. Mark’s Student Gets Head Start on Financial Career

People Newspapers Schools 9/21 4:00A Dillon Wyatt

After losing his house and other necessities during the tornado that tore through Preston Hollow neighborhoods in 2019, St. Mark’s School of Texas student Rishab Siddamshetty...

Eggold Bringing ‘Culture Change’

People Newspapers Schools 9/21 2:30A Maria Lawson

Dallas Lutheran School’s new head of school looks forward to fostering a culture change on campus and rebuilding from the October 2019 tornado.

Student Achievements: Four to Celebrate

People Newspapers Schools 9/20 4:00A Maria Lawson

Episcopal School of Dallas junior William Wexford Grogan was selected to perform bass in the 2022 High School Honors Performance Series at the Musikverein on Aug. 1.

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Elisa Christopher Wines

Texas Wine Lover 9/23 12:22A Jerry Smith

Away from the traffic noise of the Highway 290 wine trail between Johnson City and Hye, my wife Phyllis and I found (and you can, too) a new, small winery that epitomizes the Texas Hill Country. Elisa...

Vine to Wine with Kim McPherson

Texas Wine Lover 9/22 1:00A Jerry Smith

As wine club members at Texas Wine Collective , my wife Phyllis and I joined other members at TWC on September 16 for the first of a three-part series of “Vine to Wine” wine and food pairings...

Dea Brings Italian Goddess Energy and Mediterranean Cuisine to Inwood Village

Eater Dallas 9/21 6:17A Courtney E. Smith

The octopus pasta with arrabiata sauce is the chef’s favorite on the opening menu at Dea. | Dea The folks behind Lovers Seafood and Shinsei are opening a third restaurant in the West Dallas...

Jackie van Sant Downes of Driftwood Estate Winery Winemaker Profile

Texas Wine Lover 9/20 12:32A Jeff Cope

Driftwood Estate Winery was established in 1998 by Gary Elliott who was also the winemaker. Taking the winemaker helm today is Jackie van Sant Downes. Jackie is an established winemaker who is also...

Tales from the Crush Pad #3 – Interns, Cellar Rats, and Harvest Help

Texas Wine Lover 9/16 1:08A Amie Nemec

Just the other day I explained what a Crush Pad is. What I failed to mention is, that in California, the area for processing incoming wine grapes is generally outside. In Texas, the wineries I have...

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Black tie wedding guest dresses

Krystal Schlegel 9/23 9:53A krystal

With weddings on the calendar, I thought it would be fun to put together a post of black tie wedding guest dresses and accessories for fall and winter! Scroll through to shop below. Turn on your...

Wedding Tips: What I Wish I Knew While Planning

Color and Chic 9/23 5:08A Hoang-Kim

It still feels surreal it s been five months since Johnny and I got married! It was easily the best weekend of our lives and we wish we could relive it over and over again. Even though we had quite a...

FAVORITE FALL BLAZERS

The Middle Page 9/23 2:33A Cathy Williamson

MY FAVORITE FALL BLAZERS ONE // TWO // THREE // FOUR // FIVE // SIX // SEVEN // EIGHT // NINE // TEN Happy Friday, ladies! Another week has come and gone, and it still feels like...

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Living Proof Promo is HERE!

The Sister Studio 9/23 12:37A Jennifer Reed

Wahooooo, our Living Proof discount is HERE! I am so excited about this! And, p.s., they won t be doing this discount again until late November so this is a GREAT time for us to stock up ( code...

SEQUINS CAN BE WORN ANYTIME

The Middle Page 9/20 2:11A Cathy Williamson

SEQUINS CAN BE WORN ANYTIME Good Morning, ladies! I hope you all had a fun weekend! It was super hot again in Dallas (not 100, but close), so it made outside activities not much fun. We went to our...

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Thomason, Lady Scots Win at Tenison Park

People Newspapers Sports 9/23 12:00A Todd Jorgenson

Tatum Thomason led Highland Park to its first win of the girls golf season on Friday at Tenison Park Golf Course.

Sonny on other side: Big change for TCU-SMU rivalry in DFW

Spectrum Local News Sports 9/22 1:08A Associated Press

Dykes will be back in Dallas on Saturday, on the visiting sideline when the Horned Frogs (2-0) play there for the first time since 2018.

HP Makes a Sweeping Statement in 7-6A

People Newspapers Sports 9/21 12:00P Todd Jorgenson

Highland Park continues to dominate the volleyball competition in District 7-6A, with Lake Highlands and Irving as the latest victims.

Scots Rolling Toward Tennis Postseason

People Newspapers Sports 9/21 12:00A Todd Jorgenson

As the regular season winds down, Highland Park is cruising toward a District 7-6A title in team tennis.

Heckler, Lady Scots Win Meet in Lubbock

People Newspapers Sports 9/20 12:00P Todd Jorgenson

Maddie Heckler and Highland Park hope their fast finish on Saturday forecasts more West Texas cross country success in a few weeks.

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Turtle Creek Association Hosting 21st-Annual Tour of Homes

People Newspapers Real Estate 9/21 7:46A Rachel Snyder

The Turtle Creek Corridor is known for the luxurious residences that dot the creek and the surrounding neighborhood. The 21st-annual

Choosing the Retirement Living Community that’s Right for You

People Newspapers Real Estate 9/19 2:30A People Media

Once you've decided to explore the active lifestyle offered at an independent living community, how do you select the right community for you?

Taylor Russ Promoted to Lead BOK Financial’s National Senior Housing Group

People Newspapers Real Estate 9/15 5:24A Staff Report

Taylor Russ was recently promoted to Senior Vice President and Managing Director for the National Senior Housing Group at BOK Financial.

New Apartment Tower Planned Near Highland Park

People Newspapers Real Estate 9/15 4:00A Rachel Snyder

A new apartment tower is planned just east of Highland Park. StreetLights Residential plans to start construction on the 20-story apartment tower off North Central Expressway...

Heat Wave Have You Wanting a Pool? Consider These 4 Design Tips

People Newspapers Real Estate 9/15 2:30A Margaret Chambers

Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to watch pool trends come and go and help choose pool shapes, finishes, and pool furniture for my clients. Here are some things I’ve...

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Local officials fight the rising fentanyl issue in Hays County

Spectrum Local News Health 9/25 5:00A Dylan Scott

Fentanyl overdoes are a daily worry, claiming the lives of four Hays County ISD students in recent weeks.

Texas ranks low in care for pregnant women. This group is bridging the gap.

Spectrum Local News Health 9/21 5:00A Lourdes Vazquez

According to HHM Health, less than half the counties in the state of Texas have a gynecologist or obstetrics.

Dallas teacher survives aggressive form of Leukemia

Spectrum Local News Health 9/20 1:29P Lupe Zapata

Dallas teacher survives aggressive form of Leukemia

Parkland opens clinic in health care desert, Jubilee Park community

Spectrum Local News Health 9/19 10:56A Spectrum News Staff

Jubilee Park Clinic hopes to serve 3,500 people in its first year of opening in an underserved community plagued with significant health disparities.

Addressing mental health is a priority for Austin pastor

Spectrum Local News Health 9/13 2:23P Dylan Scott

Addressing mental health in the clergy

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10 foods to avoid during pregnancy

Live Science 9/26 4:00A

If you’re currently pregnant or trying to conceive, you may be wondering what foods to avoid during pregnancy. Eating a nutrient-rich, balanced diet is crucial if you’re pregnant, yet it can be...

Instant Pot Whole Chicken (Rotisserie Chicken Style)

Joyful Healthy Eats 9/25 11:00P Krista

This Instant Pot Whole Chicken, tastes like a straight-off-the-grill rotisserie chicken, right in your own kitchen! Rubbed down with spices like cumin, smoked paprika, and coriander then cooked right...

Easy Enchiladas

Love and Lemons 9/25 3:01A Jeanine Donofrio

This enchiladas recipe is the kind of simple, comforting dish that we all need in our weeknight rotations. It s easy, it s flavorful, and it will win over the pickiest palates (our kiddo always asks...

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Fresh N Lean review

Live Science 9/23 1:28A

If your dietary goals include the words vegan, high-protein, keto, paleo or Whole30, it can be challenging to find or prepare tasty meals that fit your needs. Meal-delivery services can make it easier...