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Sarah Hardin to Serve as Honorary Chair of DSOL Fashion Notes Luncheon

So What's Up With This Texas Texting and Driving Ban?

William S. Briggs, Park Cities Architect

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Top Stories: ➊ – Survey Result: The Most School-Spirited Elementary in Park Cities (Tuesday), ➋ – HP POLICE BLOTTER: September 11-17 (Monday), ➌ – The Ultimate Autumn Activity List for the DFW Area (Wednesday), ➍ – UP POLICE BLOTTER: September 11-17 (Monday), ➎ – Getting ready for Le Dîner en Blanc (Tuesday)

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So What's Up With This Texas Texting and Driving Ban?

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 9/21 9:00A Riley Heruska

As most of us probably know, Texas implemented a "no texting and driving" law that went into effect on September 1. It seems pretty straightforward, right? No more quick messages to friends while...

Hurricanes Harvey and Irma Spark Memories for Retired U.S. Coast Guard Officer

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 9/21 8:31A Lauren Witt

On an average day, the United States Coast Guard (USCG) conducts 45 search-and-rescue operations, saves 10 lives and protects over $1.2 million in property. But lately, the USCG has been hard at work...

CAC @ NorthPark Center classes begin next week…

Art News DFW 9/20 4:47P webmaster

CAC @ NorthPark Center classes begin next week Sign up today! 9/28 Plein Air Watercolor Adrienne Lichliter Learn the art of plein air painting working with watercolors and paper, students will be...

Traffic Advisory: Mockingbird Lane to Northbound Dallas North Tollway

Town of Highland Park (News) 9/19 12:24P

The northbound entrance ramp from Mockingbird Lane will be closed nightly from 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 19, through the morning of Friday, September 22, for...

City Council on 2017-09-19 5:00 PM - Sep 19, 2017

UP City Council Meeting Agenda 9/19 12:00A

The agenda for City Council on 2017-09-19 5:00 PM dated Tuesday, 19 September 2017 has been archived. Access it here:...

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Sarah Hardin to Serve as Honorary Chair of DSOL Fashion Notes Luncheon

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 9/21 9:28A Deborah Brown

Averitt Family Members Co-Chair Event The Dallas Symphony Orchestra League will celebrate past, present, and future ladies of The League at the Fashion Notes Luncheon and Style Show on Monday, October...

Think Pink: October Is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 9/21 5:10A Shelia Huffman

The women of Central Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) are turning fellowship hall pink for the October meeting of Disciples Women to help encourage breast cancer awareness and early detection. ...

2017 La Fiesta De Las Seis Banderas Team Handed Out A Whopping $462,750 To 15 Park Cities...

My Sweet Charity 9/21 4:30A Jeanne Prejean

Rebecca Gregory and Nancy Monning As the sun was slowly switching place with a perfect full moon on Thursday, September 7, the North Texas Food Bank ’s Harvest underwriters were gathering at Mud Hen...

Reverse Mortgage Seminar

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 9/20 11:23A Paula Bonney

Don't forget to RSVP for our Reverse Mortgage Seminar on 10/5 @ 2:30pm in the Boardroom at the Dallas Country Club. Its a free event where will go over the benefits of a Reverse Mortgage followed by a...

The Ultimate Autumn Activity List for the DFW Area

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 9/20 9:00A Riley Heruska

Even though it's still unbearably warm outside in North Texas, fall is fast approaching. Just because we haven't received any crisp autumn winds or orange leaves doesn't mean we can't start embracing...

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Wake Up, World!

Erin Schreyer's Leadership Life Legacy Blog 9/11 5:14A Erin Schreyer

While driving to a tennis match recently, traffic was abruptly halted. I was on the beltway around the city in the morning commuter rush, so I expected delays, but this was a complete stop. I couldn t...

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Parish Episcopal School students take unique approach to military history lesson

Parish Episcopal School 9/21 10:18A

What does it look like? How does it feel? Parish students answer those questions in a military history class.

Sixth Grade Students Making a Difference in the Community

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 9/20 11:46A Melani Pippins

With the recent devastation to our neighbors in the south, there is an overwhelming desire to want to help without the knowledge of where to begin. Often, helping begins in our own backyard....

Survey Result: The Most School-Spirited Elementary in Park Cities

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 9/19 9:00A Riley Heruska

A few weeks ago, we asked our Park Cities BubbleLife members to give a shout out to the most school-spirited elementary they know. Today, we're announcing the results. And the winner is... Hyer...

Related: Vote for the Most Spirited Middle School Near You! Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter

Gene E. Phillips Activity Center opens at Parish Episcopal School

Parish Episcopal School 9/19 6:33A

Parish Episcopal School opens the doors to new possibilities and a Limitless future.

Panther Sports Highlights September 4 - 9

Parish Episcopal School 9/19 3:54A

Big win for the Panthers over ESD in football, volleyball sweeps Greenhill and field hockey gains momentum.

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Getting ready for Le Dîner en Blanc

Itty Bitty Foodies 9/19 9:46A Cheryl Collett, Itty Bitty Foodi

I'm looking for a white outfit for the upcoming Le Dîner en Blanc event on October 7th, 2017. What is Dîner en Blanc? Most people have never heard of exclusive soiree because it's the city's kept...

Easy Packed Lunch Ideas Your Kids Might Actually Like

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 9/13 9:00A Riley Heruska

Packing lunches for school kids is never easy, especially if you're packing for picky eaters. It's often tempting to just send kids off and let them fend for themselves in the school lunchline. The...

A New Butcher Shop Brings Texas Wagyu Beef and a Killer Patio to the Park Cities

Dallas Observer - Restaurants 9/11 11:00P

The old-school butcher shop revival has arrived in the Park Cities. After Deep Cuts opened in North Dallas last year and Burgundy Pasture Beef debuted its retail outlet,...

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Best Friends Holly Peyton And Hannah Francis Launch Drifters Vintage

DFW Style Daily 9/21 5:00A Elena Alvarez

Autumn is the ideal time to fill the voids in our wardrobe left by your cutoffs with vintage goodies. Cue: Drifter’s Vintage. The Curated vintage shop was created by best...

StyleCon Taps Into Dallas’ Millennial Market

DFW Style Daily 9/19 5:00A Amber LaFrance

Calling all fashion and beauty lovers! The first-annual StyleCon is hitting Dallas this Saturday, Sept. 23. An army of young fashion and beauty obsessees will descend upon...

The Anti-Aging Ingredient You Should Know About: Marine Collagen

DFW Style Daily 9/15 6:00A Milan Merlo

When it comes to skincare, collagen is the basically the holy grail and a new formula hitting the markets is already making waves in the beauty industry. Marine collagen is...

Best In Dallas: Kelcher Entertainment Group Owners Dish on Dallas’ Best Filet, Old Fashioned, And...

DFW Style Daily 9/14 5:00A Kali Ah Yuen

The list goes on and on with another addition to Best in Dallas! Today, the native Dallasites behind uniquely crafted food and drinks of restaurants throughout the metroplex,...

What to Wear to Dallas Sunday Funday: The Pink Party with the Fat Jewish

DFW Style Daily 9/12 5:00A Milan Merlo

The Ultimate Dallas Sunday Funday is happening this weekend at the W Hotel; The Pink Party featuring social media sensation The Fat Jewish. Put on by Victory and Social...

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Lakehill Varsity and Middle School Football Open Seasons with Strong Wins

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 9/15 7:10A Gigi Ekstrom

The Lakehill Varsity Warrior football team ran their record to 2-0 on Friday with a 58-12 victory over Savoy. The Varsity Warriors were led by Ben Palmer and Gerard Franklin , who combined for...

Highland Park Uses Big Second Half To Pull Away From Waxahachie

Texas HS Football News 9/8 6:15P Jonathan Rodriguez

Photo via Lauren Landes, TexasHSFootball.com The duel was on from the opening whistle as Waxahachie (1-1) and Highland Park (1-1) exchanged blows in a back-and-forth game until the second half where...

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6 Must-See Open Houses This Weekend

Texas Real Estate Blog (Ebby.com) 9/21 11:02A Alison Glander

If you’re looking for a home in North Texas, you’ve come to the right place! Even if you’re not, these properties are all open to visitors this weekend and may serve as the perfect inspiration for...

6902 Northwood Rd, Dallas, TX 75225, $699,000 3 beds, 4 baths

Trulia - Park Cities 9/20 9:00P

3666 sqft, 3 beds, 4 baths, single-family home in Dallas, TX - North Dallas

3545 Hanover St, Dallas, TX 75225, $3,950,000 4 beds, 7 baths

Trulia - Park Cities 9/20 9:00P

6084 sqft, 4 beds, 7 baths, single-family home in Dallas, TX - 75225

4504 S Versailles Ave, Dallas, TX 75205, $1,600,000 3 beds, 2 baths

Trulia - Park Cities 9/19 9:00P

2763 sqft, 3 beds, 2 baths, single-family home in Dallas, TX - 75205

3636 McFarlin Blvd, Dallas, TX 75205, $1,650,000 5 beds, 4 baths

Trulia - Park Cities 9/19 9:00P

4332 sqft, 5 beds, 4 baths, single-family home in Dallas, TX - 75205

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Tenet Healthcare stock rises on news of possible sale

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 9/14 6:11A Korri Kezar

Facing shareholder pressure, for-profit hospital chain Tenet Healthcare Corp. (NYSE: THC) could be considering a sale. Citing “people familiar with the matter,” the Wall...

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Take a Peek at How Green Energy Living Looks

EatGreenDFW iPhone Reporter 9/21 7:00A Bernice Butler

The 2017 DFW Solar Tour will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. October 7, by the nonprofit North Texas Renewable Energy Group. The public is invited to visit select innovative homes and buildings...

Coca-Cola Sucks Wells Dry in Chiapas, Forcing Residents to Buy Water

Alternet 9/20 4:13A Martha Pskowski, Truthout

People sometimes walk two hours a day to get water. The water is disappearing in San Felipe Ecatepec, an Indigenous town three miles outside of San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas, in southern Mexico....

From Coal to Kale: Saving Rural Economies with Local Food

Civil Eats 9/19 11:00P Steve Holt

Coal Country USA has seen a very bleak few years. As mines have shut down around the nation, local economies have suffered. In fact, 77 percent of the 196 coal-producing counties in America had not...

The National Chicken Counsel Is Trying to Con Shoppers

Alternet 9/19 9:59A David Coman-Hidy, AlterNet

New guidelines are an attempt to deflect consumers’ real concerns. Lying big is a tried-and-true practice of big business. Reports from August on a disturbing Harvard study found that ExxonMobil has a...

Big Corporations Like Nestle Are Aggressively Making People Even Fatter Across the Globe

Alternet 9/18 10:35A Martha Rosenberg, AlterNet

Developing countries are a hot market for Big Food s high-calorie junk food. There are now more than 700 million obese people worldwide, 108 million of them children, reported the New York Times...