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VNA Kicks Off Its Fiscal Year By Adding Five New Members To Its Board Of Directors

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Texas Womens Foundation Elects New Board Members

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 7/5 1:47P Juliette DC

Texas Womens Foundation has elected three new board of directors who will serve three-year terms from 2022-2025: Connie Kleinert Babikian The Pillow Bar, Owner and President Jana Etheridge Capital...

Take a look at The Warmth of Winter Light by Jackie Railsback

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 7/5 7:00A Giddens Gallery of Fine Art in G

The Warmth of Winter Light by Jackie Railsback Framed 27 x 21" Casein Winter in the mountains is usually cold. It is so nice to see the late sun giving warmth to the landscape of a winter evening. ...

Fastest boy in the country to attend college with no track team

CBS Dallas-Fort Worth 7/5 4:00A Keith Russell

DALLAS (CBSDFW.COM) -- Most people can't accomplish anything in 10 seconds, but Pierre Goree is not most people. The boys' 100 meter national champion says, "I hate seeing...

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

UP City Council Meeting Agenda 7/5 1:00A

The agenda for City Council on 2022-07-05 5:00 PM dated Tuesday, 05 July 2022 has been archived.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

Law enforcement on higher alert during Fair Park Fourth after mass shooting in Illinois

WFAA.com (Local News) 7/4 5:45P

Sources within the Dallas Police Department said Monday that the shooting in Highland Park didn’t alter its comprehensive security plan for the fireworks show.

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MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2022 Day At The Races

My Sweet Charity 7/5 12:30P Jeanne Prejean

While the outcome of the 2022 Kentucky Derby may have been a shocker, the Turtle Creek Conservancy ’s 2022 Day At The Races presented by Truist bank was a standout in its own right on Saturday, May 7....

First Look: Nordstrom Anniversary Sale ICON EARLY ACCESS

Tanya Foster 7/5 11:00A Tanya Foster

IT'S HERE! Today is the start of the 2022 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale EARLY ACCESS ! If you are an ICON Nordstrom card holder this is YOUR day! This is the official FIRST LOOK for the Nordstrom...

Going Back to Old City Park

People Newspapers Life 7/5 10:00A Briar Bundy

Dallas' first city park, known for years as Dallas Heritage Village, recently announced it will return to its historic name: Old City Park.

DMA Announces 2022 Awards To Artists Recipients

People Newspapers Life 7/5 9:00A Staff Report

The Dallas Museum of Art recently announced this year’s recipients of the 2022 Awards to Artists.

VNA Kicks Off Its Fiscal Year By Adding Five New Members To Its Board Of Directors

My Sweet Charity 7/5 6:30A Jeanne Prejean

Visiting Nurse Association (VNA)* The Visiting Nurse Association of Texas (VNA) fiscal year started last Friday, and along with it came five new board members to provide “fiduciary and strategic...

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2022 Rotary Club of Park Cities Fourth of July Parade

People Newspapers Community 7/4 5:05P Rachel Snyder

More than 200 tinseled and patriotic-hued floats made their way from Highland Park town hall to Goar Park Monday for the annual Rotary Club of Park Cities Fourth of July...

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The Most Important Playhouse(s) In Texas?

People Newspapers Community 7/4 2:30A Rachel Snyder

Visitors to NorthPark Center for Parade of Playhouses will see “the most important house in Texas” in replica form.

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.

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Dallas ISD Announces Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2022

People Newspapers Schools 7/5 10:00A Maria Lawson

Former superintendent Michael Hinojosa and Hillcrest High School alumnus Jerry Heidenreich are two of seven members of Dallas ISD's Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2022.

Engage Cognitive Flexibility for Agile Thinking

HPTX Library 7/5 9:02A

A presentation by The Center for BrainHealth at the University of Texas at Dallas.

Dallas ISD Deputy Superintendent’s Last Day is August 5

People Newspapers Schools 7/5 7:00A Maria Lawson

Dallas ISD Deputy Superintendent Susana Cordova has "decided to take something somewhere else."

Related: Dallas ISD Superintendent Hinojosa’s Last Day is July 5 People Newspapers Schools

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

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Beatrice Shows Her Southern Charm

Crave DFW 7/5 11:51A Steven Doyle

photos by Joey Stewart Everyone knows that special feeling we get seeing the big blue highway sign as we cross the Texas border into swamp country — Bienvenue en Louisiane....

Airis’Ele Vineyards

Texas Wine Lover 7/5 12:50A Jeff Cope

One of the newest wineries on U.S. 290 in Fredericksburg is Airis’Ele Vineyards . The winery is owned by Bret and Chris Perrenoud along with John and Susie Bernard. If you recognize the names of Bret...

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...

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Honeymoon Outfit Ideas

Color and Chic 7/5 8:55A Quincy

I will forever be daydreaming about our Italian honeymoon! It was the most incredible two weeks of my life. While you can see exactly what I wore here and here , I also wanted to pull together some...

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LIGHTWEIGHT SUMMER DRESSES FROM BLOOMINGDALE’S

The Middle Page 7/5 2:00A Cathy Williamson

LIGHTWEIGHT SUMMER DRESSES FROM BLOOMINGDALE S Hello, everyone! How was your July 4th weekend? We had a very low-key one due to all of our children being gone. We did go to a couple s home for a...

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...

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Luka Doncic Nominated for Best NBA Player in 2022 ESPYS

People Newspapers Sports 7/5 9:00A Maria Lawson

For the second year in a row, this Mavericks player is up for Best NBA Player.

Ex-SMU Golfer Finding Immediate Success as PGA Tour Rookie

People Newspapers Sports 7/4 4:00A Todd Jorgenson

While awaiting his big breakthrough on the PGA Tour, Austin Smotherman focuses on building week by week.

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)

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Dallas, Texas Neighborhood Tour - Little Forest Hills Model Home

VIP Realty 7/5 11:55A cecilia@viprealtyinfo.com (Cecil

Little Forest Hills is an Austin-esque neighborhood that boasts a great location in a corner of East Dallas, near White Rock Lake and Dallas Arboretum. The neighborhood's...

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...

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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.

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I Scream Gelato Strikes Sweet Franchise Deal for First Units in North Dallas

Restaurant News 8/12 9:48A RestaurantNews.com

The brand is expanding quickly since its start in 2019 and is still accepting franchise partners. Prosper, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Gelato fans in Texas have reason to...

Release: Cynthia Hayes Scholarship Awarded to Rising Stars in Sustainable Agriculture

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition 8/11 11:29A Laura Zaks

For Immediate Release Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition lzaks@sustainableagriculture.net Tel. 347.563.6408 Release: Cynthia Hayes Scholarship...

Managed Grazing Champions Celebrate Funding Announcement for GLCI

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition 8/11 10:23A Laura Zaks

Editor’s Note: This is a guest blog post written by Margaret Krome, Policy Program Director at the Michael Fields Agricultural Institute, an NSAC member based in East Troy, WI. Champions of managed...

Dallas food company Better Balance secures first vendor partnership with the Frisco RoughRiders

Dallas Business Journal 8/11 9:33A DBJ staff

Through the partnership, the plant-based brand and the minor league team are able to offer more inclusive versions of game-day snacks to vegan, vegetarians, and plant-curious...

Whipped Feta Dip

Love and Lemons 8/11 5:28A Jeanine Donofrio

I love serving this creamy whipped feta dip at parties and gatherings because it always surprises people. It looks like any other creamy white dip, maybe a ranch-y sort of thing made with cream cheese...