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David Snow PhD - Executive Director at Pegasus Par

DALLAS - August 5, 2025 - Pegasus Park has appointed Dr. David E. Snow as the campus's first Executive Director, where he will lead multi-year strategic planning, ecosystem growth, business development, and foster regional collaboration across the biotech, academic, and nonprofit sectors.

Dr. Snow brings more than 15 years of experience at the intersection of research, entrepreneurship, and economic development. Most recently, he served as President and CEO of the University of Arkansas Technology Development Foundation (UATDF), where he led the financial, operational, and strategic direction of the Arkansas Research & Technology Park. Under his leadership, the foundation doubled its revenue, tripled net assets, acquired a $20.5M facility, and led multi-phase planning to expand the park into a 2.5 million square-foot mixed use innovation district.

“I am thankful for the opportunity to join Pegasus Park. Pegasus Park is more than a campus, it’s a purpose-built community that serves as a catalyst for cross-sector collaboration and discovery,” said Dr. Snow. “By bringing together cutting-edge biotech labs and the people that need them, mission-driven nonprofits, and modern social spaces, it’s building a thriving community that’s accelerating progress in science, health, and wellness, right from the heart of Dallas.”

He also co-led the establishment of the Institute for Integrative and Innovative Research (I³R) and The Collaborative innovation hub in Bentonville as interim Vice Chancellor for Economic Development at the University of Arkansas. Dr. Snow also previously led commercialization and IP strategy at Texas Tech University, where dramatic increases in invention disclosures, patent filings and licensing revenue were realized under his leadership.

A Certified Licensing Professional and Registered Patent Agent, Dr. Snow is recognized for his ability to connect research and innovation with real-world impact. He has launched startups, developed proof-of-concept funding models, and built cross-sector partnerships among academia, industry, and government.

Dr. Snow holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry and a BA in Biochemistry from Texas Tech University. In addition to his professional roles, he has served as a National Science Foundation panelist, former board member of the Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce, and member of the Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) Technology Transfer Committee.

“We’re pleased to welcome Dr. David Snow as the inaugural Executive Director of Pegasus Park,” said Steve Davis, President and Chief Operating Officer of J. Small Investments. “As North Texas rises in the ranks of U.S. biotech hubs, Pegasus Park is actively attracting a global network of tenants, talent, investors, and industry events. Since launching in 2021, Pegasus Park has become the epicenter of life science and healthcare innovation in the region and Dr. Snow's background in building innovation ecosystems is going to help guide the campus through its next phase of growth.”

Located between the Dallas Design District and Southwestern Medical District, Pegasus Park is a 26-acre and 885,000-square-foot mixed-use office campus serving as a hub of biotech, life sciences, social impact, and corporate innovation.

About Pegasus Park

Pegasus Park is a 26-acre, mixed-use office campus consisting of more than 885,000 square feet of office and amenities space across multiple buildings. The development includes an 18-story office tower, BioLabs, a state-of-the-art incubator laboratory and office facility for startup life sciences companies, Bridge Labs, a purpose-built institutional quality non-incubator life sciences building with laboratory and office space, and nonprofit and social impact shared spaces. The campus also offers vibrant entertainment and dining venues. The campus catalyzes a more robust life science ecosystem in North Texas and strengthens the local nonprofit sector through a dedicated social impact hub occupying five floors of the office tower. Strategically located in the heart of the rapidly expanding Innovation District, between the Dallas Design Center and the Southwestern Medical District in Dallas, Pegasus Park is a premier hub of innovation.

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Christine Baranski

Texas Women’s Foundation (TXWF) announces Christine Baranski, an Emmy, two-time Tony, Screen Actors Guild, Drama Desk and American Comedy Award winner, as its featured speaker at its “Ruby Anniversary Luncheon” on Friday, November 14, 2025, (11:30-1:00 p.m.) at the Omni Dallas Hotel (555 S. Lamar St., Dallas, 75202). She is best known for her performances in The Good Wife, The Good Fight, The Big Bang Theory, Mamma Mia, The Gilded Age and multiple theater roles.

TXWF Board Chair Cris Zertuche Wong said, “Christine Baranski’s platform aligns perfectly with Texas Women’s Foundation, and we are excited to welcome her to Dallas. Her unapologetic advocacy for female empowerment and her drive for equal educational opportunities, equal pay and equal rights paint a transformative portrait of what it means to advocate for others.” 

To celebrate TXWF’s 40-year legacy of impact, this year’s Event Co-Chairs are leaders who represent the Foundation’s four decades: Gail Griswold and Brenda Jackson (1980s), Laura Estrada (1990s), Helen Frank (2000s), and Shonn Brown (2020s).

Texas Women’s Foundation President and CEO Karen Hughes White added, “As we celebrate our 40th year, we also celebrate our 19 diverse and determined Founders whose vision for an equitable society in which women and girls could fully participate has guided us since inception. We’ll also be celebrating more than $85 million invested in transforming the lives of Texas women and girls.”

The Foundation’s 11 living Founders will serve as Honorary Co-Chairs for the Ruby Anniversary Luncheon:

  • Susan Shamburger Bagwell
  • The Honorable Harryette Ehrhardt
  • Catalina E. Garcia, M.D.
  • Frances Griffin-Brown
  • Helen LaKelly Hunt
  • The Honorable Kay Bailey Hutchison
  • Madeline Mandell
  • Patricia Meadows
  • Gwendolyn Oliver
  • CoYoTe PheoNix
  • Rebecca R. Sykes

Special thank you to speaker sponsor Target and The Suzanne Ahn, M.D. Speaker Endowment Fund.

About Texas Women’s Foundation’s Annual Luncheon: 

This signature event is hosted each fall in support of Texas Women’s Foundation’s work to create a truly equitable society in which Texas women and girls can fully participate. The mission is achieved through research, advocacy, intentional grantmaking and evidence-based programs made possible by the Foundation’s generous donors. For those interested in supporting this year’s “Ruby Anniversary Luncheon,” as a partner or patron, please contact Joy Busch or Anne Leary at luncheon@txwf.org. Visit https://txwf.org/join-us/events/ for more details. 

About Texas Women’s Foundation:

Texas Women’s Foundation (TXWF) raises funds from a broad base of donors, including individuals, foundations and corporations. These resources support nearly $5 million in investments each year that advance economic security and leadership for Texas women and girls through research, advocacy, grantmaking and leadership programs. Since its inception in 1985, TXWF has invested more than $85 million in Texas women and girls. As the organization prepares celebrates 40 years of impact, the need to build #StrongWomenBetterWorld has never been more critical. 

The Foundation’s statewide research on issues impacting Texas women and girls provides corporate, state and local decision-makers and lawmakers with critical data to inform policies, practices and programs across the state. Its advocacy, grantmaking and evidence-based programs support solutions that help Texas women and girls survive and thrive. In addition, Texas Women’s Foundation is an acknowledged leader and advocate in the mission-aligned investing movement, deploying 100 percent of its invested assets – endowments, operating investments and donor-advised funds – in a values-based portfolio that yields strong financial returns and social benefits to women and girls. For more information, visit www.txwf.org, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn or Instagram or donate now

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FACE FOUNDRIÉ DEBUTS NEW SERVICE MENU AT COLLEYVILLE LOCATION
Notable new offerings include Face Reality’s acne-focused facial, the advanced H2Glow HydraFacial, Procell microchanneling treatments, and an exclusive lineup of Elta MD skincare products

COLLEYVILLE, Texas (August 5, 2025) – FACE FOUNDRIÉ, Colleyville’s go-to facial bar known for accessible, affordable, and approachable skincare treatments, has unveiled a brand-new menu of services and products at its 1,204-square-foot location at 4709 Colleyville Blvd., Suite 570. The refreshed menu is available now and features cutting-edge treatments and exclusive product offerings designed to address a wide range of skincare needs, including Face Reality’s acne-focused facial, the advanced H2Glow HydraFacial, Procell microchanneling treatments, and an exclusive lineup of Elta MD skincare products.

To celebrate, FACE FOUNDRIÉ is hosting a menu launch party on August 13, from 5-7 p.m. The event is free and open-to-the-public, and will feature cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, complimentary HydraFacial boosters, giveaways, raffles, and discounted pricing on all new menu items.

FACE FOUNDRIÉ’s standout new offering is the Face Reality acne-focused facial, which delivers results comparable to Accutane without the need for a prescription or harsh side effects. Having gained popularity and rave reviews on TikTok, this multi-faceted treatment combines a hydrating enzyme, chemical peel, and LED light therapy to target congested, textured and acne-prone skin.

FACE FOUNDRIÉ is also now carrying an exclusive selection of sought-after Elta MD products, typically only available at dermatology clinics. Among them is the newly launched EltaMD’s UV Skin Recovery SPF 50 Red Color Correcting Sunscreen, a green-tinted sunscreen designed to reduce redness immediately by 14% and by 52% over 12 weeks, while providing advanced mineral-based sun protection and skin barrier support.

FACE FOUNDRIÉ’s refreshed H2Glow HydraFacial offers a customized, all-in-one solution for those seeking brighter, hydrated, and smoother skin. Utilizing patented Vortex-Fusion technology, this treatment combines deep cleansing, gentle exfoliation, and infusion with tailored serums to address individual skin concerns like hyperpigmentation, fine lines, and acne. The treatment provides immediate results with no downtime, making it ideal for events or everyday skin rejuvenation.

Another standout addition is Procell microchanneling, known for utilizing microchannels to deliver stem cell-derived growth factors and peptides deep into the skin. This technique stimulates collagen and elastin production while reducing inflammation and enabling quicker recovery. Suitable for nearly all skin types, Procell’s innovative approach is effective at addressing acne scars, stretch marks, wrinkles, and skin laxity.

“Our refreshed menu is a celebration of innovation and gratitude. By introducing these advanced treatments and exclusive products, we aim to not only meet the evolving needs of our loyal clients, who have been instrumental to our success, but also welcome new clients to experience the FACE FOUNDRIÉ difference,” said Madison Murphy, co-owner of FACE FOUNDRIÉ-Colleyville. “We’re excited to continue growing with the Colleyville community and are deeply thankful for the trust and support we’ve received over the past two years.”

Since opening in November 2023, the Colleyville location has seen tremendous growth, tripling sales and fostering partnerships with local groups such as the GCS Moms League, Colleyville Women’s Club, and The Scout Guide-Southlake. Community giving remains a priority, with FACE FOUNDRIÉ donating over $30,000 in products, services, and contributions to local nonprofits, schools, and outreach programs.

FACE FOUNDRIÉ-Colleyville is open Monday-Thursday from 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Friday-Saturday from 9 a.m.-6 p.m., and Sunday from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.. For more information, call 817-522-1735 or visit https://facefoundrie.com/location/colleyville/.

ABOUT FACE FOUNDRIÉ
Founded in 2019, FACE FOUNDRIÉ is a facial bar dedicated to providing accessible, affordable, and approachable skincare. With over 55 locations across the country, FACE FOUNDRIÉ specializes in facials, lashes, brows, and skin care, offering clients expert-level services for busy lifestyles. For more information, visit https://facefoundrie.com/.

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BONNIE AND CLYDE (1967)

Festival celebrates three award-winning, Texas-made films, showcasing True Texas Tales: BONNIE AND CLYDE (1967), THE GREAT DEBATERS (2007) and THE ALAMO (1960) while adding levity withBERNIE (2011), VIVA MAX! (1969) and a secret screening with live riffing by Mocky Horror Picture Show.



The third annual IT CAME FROM TEXAS Film Festival, taking place at the Plaza Theatre in Garland, located at 521 W. State Street, showcases a weekend theme of True Texas Tales. The festival kicks off on Friday, Sept. 12, and continues through Sunday, Sept. 14. The fest is sponsored by the City of Garland and Garland Cultural Arts.
 
All-access festival passes are currently on sale for $65, offering access to the entire weekend of films and events at the Plaza Theatre, as well as discounts around the square. All-access passes will increase to $75 on Aug. 11. Passes are available at https://www.prekindle.com/calendar/itcamefromtexasfilmfest. Individual tickets to each film block will be available Aug. 11 at the same link.
 
In addition to securing the classic films, THE ALAMO (1960) and BONNIE AND CLYDE (1967), festival director Kelly Kitchens has added titles and special guest speakers (authors, historians, experts and, in some cases, family members) to the lineup, which adds nuance, context, and depth to the fest. One such title, the documentary THE REAL GREAT DEBATERS (2008) by Dallas’s AMS Pictures (screening as a double feature with 2007's THE GREAT DEBATERS on Saturday night).
 
“Since I love to laugh, I had to throw in some merriment in this Festival with a secret screening of a Larry Buchanan film with live riffing from the Mocky Horror Picture Show comedy troupe on Friday night after BONNIE AND CLYDE. I’m thrilled that we are playing BERNIE and bringing in the screenwriter, Skip Hollandsworth, to talk about how his original article in Texas Monthly Magazine led to his writing the screenplay with director Richard Linklater,” Kitchens said. 
 
“And we are ending the festival on our ALAMO Sunday with the fun, silly comedy, VIVA MAX! from 1969. Yes, I know this one isn’t based on a true story, but can you imagine a Mexican General coming to retake the Alamo in 1969? That premise is just too funny. Come see it with me, and let’s laugh ourselves into the next week."
 
Gordon K. Smith, film historian specializing in movies made in Texas, brings his deep-dive knowledge to the festival.


 
"At this year's IT CAME FROM TEXAS, I'll be giving you the deep backstory of how BONNIE AND CLYDE, THE ALAMO and the other films came to be made, the Oscars they won (or probably should have won), the previous and subsequent versions of the stories, and how they essentially rewrote history, for better or worse. There will be lots of cool clips, authoritative guest speakers on each of the subjects, and my personal memories of working on the 2004 version of THE ALAMO,” Smith said.



FESTIVAL WILL INCLUDE THESE TEXAS-MADE FILMS:
Films and guests subject to change:

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12


6:30 pm-HOUSE OPENS

7:00 pm-Feature ($15 individual tickets)

BONNIE AND CLYDE (1967)
Director: Arthur Penn
 
In attendance: 

Rhea Leen Linder, Bonnie Parker's niece, who is working to get Bonnie exhumed and moved next to Clyde 
Farris Rookstool III, Academy Award-nominated filmmaker and Emmy & Peabody award winner and International Documentary Association - Distinguished winner, who is also a former FBI Analyst and Bonnie and Clyde expert   

Filmed in Red Oak, Texas (Bank Robbery); Denton, Texas; Rowlett, Texas; Waxahachie, Texas; Garland, Texas; Midlothian, Texas; Pilot Point, Texas; Trinity River, Texas; Dallas, Texas; Venus, Texas (Bank Robbery); Maypearl, Texas; Lemmon Lake, Texas (Shootout); Ponder, Texas Warner Brothers Burbank Studios; Crandall, Texas, USA  (as Arcadia, Louisiana); Lavon, Texas; and Albertson Ranch, Triunfo, California, USA  (slow-motion death scene).
 


SYNOPSIS:
This classic, Oscar-winning film depicts the days of Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow as they rob banks and evade law enforcement throughout the Depression-era South, in a film that pioneered cinematic techniques and movie violence.


Bonnie And Clyde (1967) Official Trailer #1 - Warren Beatty, Faye Dunaway Movie - YouTube
 
9:30 pm-Comedy troupe live riffs on Campy Classic ($15 individual tickets) 

Secret screening with Mocky Horror Picture Show’s live riffing
Director: Larry Buchanan

Mocked live by comedians Danny Gallagher, Liz Barksdale and Albie Robles

This film is to be revealed at the time of showing and will be accompanied by the Mocky Horror Picture Show for a live-riffing movie comedy show!

 
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13


Noon -HOUSE OPENS

12:30 pm-Feature ($15 individual tickets)

BERNIE (2011)
Director: Richard Linklater
 

In attendance: 

Skip Hollandsworth, a journalist whose story on Bernie Tiede in Texas Monthly magazine turned him into the screenwriter with Richard Linklater.

Filmed in Carthage, Smithville, Austin, and Bastrop, Texas.

SYNOPSIS: 
Likeable, small-town mortician becomes enamored with a wealthy widow in this dark comedy featuring an ensemble cast of screen legends.

Bernie Official Trailer #1 - Jack Black, Richard Linklater Movie (2012) HD


3:00 pm-Documentary and Panel ($10 individual tickets)

Deep Dive into True Texas Film Footage from the G William Jones Film Archives at the SMU Libraries and The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza presents a co-production of KERA and The Sixth Floor Museum's documentary: JFK: BREAKING THE NEWS (2003)
Director: Alastair Layzell 

In attendance: 

Dr. Sean Griffin, a professor in the SMU Meadows Division of Film and Media Arts, has written numerous books on film and television history. 
Farris Rookstool III, Academy Award-nominated filmmaker and Emmy & Peabody award winner and International Documentary Association - Distinguished winner, who is also a former FBI Analyst and JFK assassination expert  

Stephen Fagin, head of curatorial, The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza

Filmed in Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas
Looking back over 40 years, television and print journalists recall their stories and memories of reporting the murder of President Kennedy and how it changed the country and changed the way the public gets its news.

4:30 pm-MEAL BREAK


6:30 pm-DOUBLE FEATURE: Feature Film and Documentary with panel ($20 - individual tickets)

THE GREAT DEBATERS (2007) 

Director: Denzel Washington 
 
In attendance:
Coach Ernest Mack (Wiley University Debate Coach)

Filmed in Wiley College - 711 Wiley Avenue, Marshall, Texas; Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts; Mansfield Studios, Mansfield, Louisiana; Palestine, Texas (Texas State Railroad); Shreveport, Louisiana; and Boston, Massachusetts.


 
SYNOPSIS:
Chronicles the travails of the Wiley College debate team in 1935 Texas as they explore the challenges of racial strife and the power of their voices for social change.


 
 
 
After a brief intermission:
 


THE REAL GREAT DEBATERS (2008)

Director Brad Osborne of AMS Pictures (in attendance)

Filmed in Wiley College - 711 Wiley Avenue, Marshall, Texas; Tulsa, Oklahoma; Los Angeles, California.

 
SYNOPSIS:
The story that inspired the film. The achievement that inspired a nation.

THE REAL GREAT DEBATERS Trailer


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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14




12:30 pm-HOUSE OPENS

1:00 pm-Feature with clips and intermission ($15 individual tickets)

THE ALAMO (1960) 
Director: John Wayne
 
In attendance:
Anita La Cava Swift (John Wayne's granddaughter). She makes an appearance in THE ALAMO.
Frank Thompson (historian/author of four books about THE ALAMO films)

Filmed in Alamo Village, Highway 674, Brackettville, Texas (the Alamo); Brackettville, Texas (San Antonio setting); and in various places in Mexico at the start of production shooting.
 

SYNOPSIS:

This epic, directorial effort from legendary actor John Wayne portrays the events of the Battle of the Alamo in 1836 and was known not only for its grand scale but also for its immense production cost.


THE ALAMO (1960) | Official Trailer | MGM


4:30 pm-MEAL BREAK


6:30 pm-Feature ($10 individual tickets)

VIVA MAX! (1969)
Director: Jerry Paris
Frank Thompson (historian/author of four books about THE ALAMO films)

Filmed in Alamo Village, Highway 674, Brackettville, Texas; San Antonio at the actual Alamo (until they were kicked out); and Rome, Italy (where they finished the film). 


SYNOPSIS: 
Starring Peter Ustinov, Jonathan Winters, Harry Morgan, and Alice Ghostley. A misguided Mexican General leads his troops into Texas to take back the Alamo in 1969, more than 133 years after the original infamous battle for the mission.

Viva Max! (1969) Trailer


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IT CAME FROM TEXAS Film Festival
The Third Annual Fest of Films Made in Texas
 

WHAT:
City of Garland's Cultural Arts presents It Came From Texas Film Festival
Texas-sized True Texas Tales: Texas-made films return to the Big Screen.
 
 
ADMISSION - PASSES and TICKETS:
Festival passes available online at http://GarlandArts.com 
And specifically https://www.prekindle.com/calendar/itcamefromtexasfilmfest 

Festival Pass:  $65; $75 (starting August 11)
(Full value of individual tickets is $100)
 

Festival Pass Perks:
  • Limited Availability
  • Early admission
  • Commemorative Poster
  • Discounts from participating businesses and restaurants

Tickets for individual film blocks will be available soon from the same URL: 
 

WHEN and WHERE:
Sep 12-14
The Plaza Theatre on the Downtown Square
521 W. State Street
Garland, TX 75040
 
 
 
 
About the IT CAME FROM TEXAS Film Festival:
IT CAME FROM TEXAS Film Festival is a curated, three-day film experience that ventures to celebrate Texas’s contribution to the cinematic medium through films telling true Texas tales.

 
IT CAME FROM TEXAS Film Festival provides a first-of-its-kind, visual-arts forum in Garland, dedicated to raising appreciation for films of all sorts in the community. It hopes to unite the community and create a spirited appreciation of films made in Texas.

 
The third annual IT CAME FROM TEXAS Film Festival is a collaboration with the City of Garland and Garland Cultural Arts and will be held on Sept. 12-14, 2025, at the Plaza Theatre (521 W. State St., Garland). To view the film schedule, purchase passes or get more information, visit https://www.prekindle.com/calendar/ItCameFromTexasFilmFest. 

 
 

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Dallas, TX – (EmailWire) -- Hawaii Fluid Art Franchising, one of the nation’s fastest-growing experiential art brands, is thrilled to announce its acquisition by a prominent investment group. This strategic move marks a new chapter in the company’s continued evolution and positions the brand for even greater innovation, expanded resources, and world-class franchisee support.

Since its founding, Hawaii Fluid Art has redefined the art experience through its unique blend of creativity, community, and entrepreneurship. With dozens of studios across the country and more opening each quarter, this acquisition underscores investor confidence in the brand’s vision and long-term scalability.

“We are absolutely thrilled to join forces with this forward-thinking investment group,” said Maya Ratcliff, Founder of Hawaii Fluid Art. “This partnership allows us to bring even better service, training, and operational support to our incredible family of franchisees. It’s an exciting leap forward for the entire HFA community.”

The new ownership brings added expertise in franchise operations, customer experience, and brand development. With increased capital and strategic insight, Hawaii Fluid Art is poised to enhance its systems, improve technology infrastructure, and deepen its commitment to delivering exceptional experiences for customers and franchise owners alike.

Franchisees can expect a seamless transition with immediate benefits, including expanded resources, stronger backend support, and a renewed focus on growth and profitability.

For more information about Hawaii Fluid Art or franchise opportunities, please visit www.hawaiifluidart.com.

Media Contact:
Maya Ratcliff 
CEO
Hawaii Fluid Art Franchising
Maya@hawaiifluidart.com 


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Dr. Saaleha Savani, O.D., recently joined Cargo Eye Care of Las Colinas.

Dr. Saaleha Savani, O.D., recently joined Cargo Eye Care of Las Colinas, bringing with her a passion for personalized eye care and a strong foundation in specialty lenses and myopia management. Her journey began years earlier as a technician, where she first discovered her love for helping patients achieve their best possible vision.

“I believe the best patient care starts with listening,” Dr. Savani says. “At Cargo Eye Care, I found a team that truly takes the time to understand each patient, build genuine connections, and deliver exceptional care.”

Dr. Savani holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Texas A&M University. She recently completed her graduate studies at the University of Houston College of Optometry. 

During her time in optometry school, she completed externship rotations at Cedar Springs Community Clinic in Dallas and Diagnostic Eye Center in Houston. Dr. Savani gained a tremendous amount of experience in pediatric care, specialty lens fittings, myopia management, and disease management. She has an extended scope license that allows her to prescribe oral medications as well as manage and treat glaucoma.

“Myopia management is one of the few specialties that's truly preventative care rather than palliative or curative care. So, we’re basically preventing problems like retinal tears and detachments, glaucoma, early onset cataracts, and a lot of issues that can cause blindness. I’m passionate about treating myopia early, because once a patient reaches that stage there’s not much we can do. But, caught early, we can prevent a lot of diseases and potentially prevent blindness. I was on the hunt for someone who was just as passionate as I was and who really cared about impacting people's lives, and Dr. Cargo and I just clicked.”

Outside of the clinic, Dr. Savani is a film buff who enjoys reading, dancing, singing, and spending time with family and friends.

Founded in 2002 by Dr. Jonathan Cargo, O.D., Cargo Eye Care of Las Colinas is an established regional leader in the field of optometry. The experienced team provides comprehensive vision examinations and the doctors specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide array of eye diseases, conditions and problems. More information is available at https://cargoeyecare.com

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Whispers

by

J. Herman Kleiger

 

Someone is killing all the shrinks in this fantastic standalone sequel.

 

Whispers by J. Herman Kleiger may have been written as a sequel to the author’s earlier book, Tears Are Only Water, but this fascinating psychological thriller stands perfectly well on its own. However, this book was so absorbing and exciting, book one is definitely on my TBR list now! The series follows the career of Special Agent Nicola Kitts of the FBI, and book two focuses on her first assignment with the Bureau’s elite Behavior Analysis Unit in Washington, D.C. Three psychologists have been murdered under similar circumstances. The FBI gets involved when evidence left at the scenes indicates one person, a serial killer, is responsible for them all. 

Nicola Kitts is an interesting and likable main character. Charged with solving these cases and bringing their perpetrator to justice, she’s young, somewhat insecure in her new role, and flawed, with a lifetime of sorrows and guilt weighing her down. But even when she was getting involved in things that were painfully obvious to be risky to her career and well-being, I still rooted for her to come out okay on the other side.

 Nicola is surrounded by a team of engaging and, sometimes, quirky colleagues in the BAU. Dr. Siddharth Ramachandran is the team leader and straight man to the quibbles of the others. Dr. Bernice De Vere is well known for her brilliance and recently completed her transition from Dr. Bernard De Vere. Dr. Gideon Saks is an intellectual bully who intimidates the agents on the team, including Nicola. Later additions to the team include the irresistible older married man, Dr. Solomon Mendelson, and Carmine “Books” Luedke, an old friend out of Nicola’s Colorado law enforcement days. Together, they form a formidable team as they try to profile the killer. 

The plot progresses quickly as the killings continue and their first suspect, Raevyn Nevenmoore, is identified. The story has a couple of surprising twists and turns that had me revising my guesses as to the probable outcome of the book several times. The cryptic messages – poetry and complex mathematical equations – left at the murder scenes were absolutely stellar bits of business, too. 

I recommend WHISPERS to readers of psychological thrillers, especially those who enjoy FBI connections in their stories. 

I voluntarily reviewed this after receiving an Advance Review Copy from the author through Partners in Crime Virtual Book Tours.

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Courtesy of Texas A&M University College of Dentistry

The funds will provide oral health education and screenings in 10 schools within the Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District. Community events also are part of the initiative.  

 

Texas A&M University College of Dentistry’s Department of Public Health Sciences recently received a $210,000 grant from Carrollton-based Metrocrest Hospital Authority to continue the Empowering Smiles Oral Health Initiative Program, which launched last year. The dental college received $120,000 in 2024. 

 

The program provides preventative oral health care, including sealants and fluoride varnish; dental screenings; and oral health education to students in Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District, as well as support community health events in the Metrocrest area, which includes Carrollton, Farmers Branch, Addison, Coppell and surrounding areas.  

 

It will expand dental health services to students in ten schools—eight elementary and two middle schools—up from five schools last year. Participating students will receive dental health education, screening for dental problems, fluoride varnish and oral health kits.  

 

Additionally, second and third graders will receive dental sealants, with parental consent. Dental sealants—thin plastic coatings applied to the chewing surfaces of premolars and molars—serve as protective barriers against bacteria that cause decay and cavities. 

 

Participating elementary schools are Annie Heads Rainwater, Carrollton and Blanton, all in Carrollton; McLaughlin/Strickland and Dave Blair, both in Farmers Branch; and Sheffield, Kathryn S. McWhorter and Charlie McKamy, all in Dallas. Middle schools are DeWitt Perry in Carrollton and Barbara Bush in Irving. 

 

“Prevention is the foundation of lifelong oral health,” said Dr. Amal Noureldin, director of the initiative. “Our data from last year found elementary school-aged children in the Carrollton-Farmers Branch community experience disproportionately high rates of tooth decay.” 

 

The program expects to screen more than 2,000 individuals during the school year, said Noureldin, clinical professor and director of predoctoral programs in public health sciences, and Dr. Luz Mendoza, program manager in public health sciences. They shared that about two-thirds of children ages six to eight in Texas have tooth decay, compared to the national average of 53%. 

 

The program screened more than 1,000 individuals during the last grant period.  

 

Faculty, dental students and dental hygiene students also will provide education and information at the district’s Back-to-School Fest from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 2, at Ranchview High School, 8401 E. Valley Ranch Pkwy., in Irving. It’s one of two community events the dental college will participate in as part of the grant, and participation is open to all ages. 

 

MHA recently released $3.3 million in community grants. The nonprofit was founded in 1975 to create a quality health care environment for both providers and users. It creates partnerships that improve the health of the communities it serves, particularly in areas such as access to health, education, prevention efforts, early detection and treatment programs.  

 

“We are proud to continue our partnership with Texas A&M University College of Dentistry, helping to expand access to preventative dental care for children in our community,” said Krista Farber Weinstein, COO of MHA. “This initiative aligns directly with MHA’s mission of improving overall health by investing in prevention, care, and education — ensuring a healthier future for the families we serve.” 

 

While Texas A&M provided school-based sealant services to Dallas Independent School District, Richardson School District, Garland Independent School District and Irving Independent School District in the past, the initiative implemented in C-FBISD combines four individual programs to achieve better preventive outcomes, Noureldin said.  

 

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Experience elevated dining in the heart of downtown Dallas as Pyramid Restaurant at Fairmont Dallas proudly participates in DFW Restaurant Week 2025 for the entire month of August. Known for its refined, seasonal cuisine and elegant ambiance, Pyramid is offering thoughtfully crafted lunch and dinner menus that highlight the best of Texas-grown ingredients with sophisticated global influences.

For lunch, choose from a refreshing Young Lettuce & Herbs Salad or rich, comforting Tortilla Soup, followed by your choice of a flavorful Bavette Steak with chimichurri or a perfectly dressed Maine Lobster Roll. $29

For dinner, start your evening with a choice of the same inviting first course selections, then indulge in either Roasted Alaskan Halibut with tarragon cream or the Bavette Steak with broccoli mole. End on a sweet note with the decadent Chocolate Hazelnut Torte. $49

Whether you're entertaining guests, planning a romantic evening, or exploring the best of Dallas cuisine, Pyramid offers a memorable dining experience that supports a great cause. Proceeds benefit the North Texas Food Bank.

Reservations are highly recommended. Book your table now on OpenTable at www.opentable.com/pyramid-restaurant-and-bar

 

Fairmont Dallas is located at 1717 N Akard St.

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A team of 20 employees from Farmers Branch-based Expo Home Improvement will travel to Siguatepeque, Honduras August 2-9 to build five homes for five local families in need. Known for transforming lives through home renovations across Texas, Expo Home is taking its mission of service international.

This project is part of a long-standing partnership with Serve Hope International, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting Latin American communities through sustainable programs, including clean water access, entrepreneurial training, youth development, and home construction through its Impact Project initiative.

Expo Home team members will work alongside partners from Collective Way and Cerulean Blue Coffee House. Expo Home employees will bring their building expertise to the community, helping ensure the new homes are built efficiently with lasting quality.

“This trip reflects who we are as a company at our core,” said CEO of Expo Home Improvement, Paul Dietzler. “We are extending our Expo Home mission beyond borders, using our skills to create change and provide safe homes for families who need them most in a Honduran community that needs support.” 

Expo Home has supported clean water access in Latin American communities by providing water filtration systems to underserved areas.

In addition to their work in Latin America, Expo Home Improvement is deeply committed to serving the Texas communities. Through its Expo Home Heroes initiative, the company honors veterans each year by providing a brand-new shower or bath to improve safety, accessibility, and comfort. 

To learn more about the five families receiving these homes, visit expohomeimprovement.com.

Expo Home Improvement is a privately held company headquartered in Farmers Branch, Texas. With a focus on bath and shower remodels, door and window replacements, and kitchen remodeling, Expo Home Improvement is committed to helping Texans create beautiful, safe, and energy-efficient homes.

Serving Dallas-Fort Worth, Central Texas, San Antonio, and Houston, Expo Home goes above and beyond to provide exceptional service that will help a homeowner enhance their home. For more information about Expo Home Improvement, visit expohomeimprovement.com.