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A Day To Honor Those Who Paid The Ultimate Price For Their Country Over The Past 163 Years

Brace Yourself the Design District Lands Its First Rooftop Restaurant With Culinary Dropout

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Top Stories: ➊ – Transforming Your Small Rental Apartment with DIY Decor and Organizing Projects (Monday), ➋ – Weed Is Illegal In Texas. So Why Are THC Products Everywhere? (Tuesday), ➌ – FOUR SUMMER DRESSES + MEMORIAL DAY SALES (Friday), ➍ – 31st Anniversary Genesis Women’s Shelter Luncheon Netted A Whopping $1,036,000 More Than Hoped (Tuesday), ➎ – My Favorite Home Decor From Wayfair’s Memorial Day Clearance! (Monday)

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Park Cities Holiday Closures

People Newspapers News 5/24 9:47A Sarah Hodges

Highland Park and University Park town/city offices will be closed for the Memorial Day holiday.

Inside the Texas Pardons Board’s Unusual Role in Freeing Racist Murderer Daniel Perry

Texas Monthly 5/24 8:38A Andrew Logan

The murder victim s mother was desperate for answers on Wednesday, May 15, when she logged on to a Zoom meeting with the prosecutor whose office convinced a jury to convict her son s killer. Travis...

The University of Texas at . . . California?

Texas Monthly 5/24 8:25A Jason Cohen

Big fan of college golf? Good news! The University of Texas at Austin is hosting the NCAA men s and women s tournaments. Just don t try driving out to UT s golf club in Steiner Ranch to catch it. Or...

A New RV Resort Is That Mythical Place: A Fun Vacation Spot for Adults and Kids Alike

Texas Monthly 5/24 7:24A Sandi Villarreal

When introducing Pantone s 2024 color of the year, executive director of the institute Leatrice Eiseman said that Peach Fuzz is a shade that resonates with compassion, offers a tactile embrace, and...

Meet the Kiwi Softball Guru Behind Texas’s NCAA Title Hopes

Texas Monthly 5/24 5:31A Richard Justice

University of Texas softball coach Mike White is fairly certain his New Zealand accent has softened after six years in Central Texas. Not that he ll ever be mistaken for anyone from Hallettsville,...

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A Day To Honor Those Who Paid The Ultimate Price For Their Country Over The Past 163 Years

My Sweet Charity 5/24 10:30A Jeanne Prejean

Not all holidays involve gifts and partying. Memorial Day is one of those exceptions. While it unofficially kicks off summer, with most schools out and many families heading to pools and other places...

My Weekly Outfit Recap

Brighton The Day 5/24 7:49A megan hopkins

Hiya! Back with another outfit recap from last week. We spent the week playing catchup after our beach trip the week before. It felt so good to get back into my workout...

JUST IN: 2024 Centerstage 40’s Results In $400K For Dallas Theater Center And Plans For 2025 Gala

My Sweet Charity 5/24 4:30A Jeanne Prejean

Hamilton Sneed and Kevin Moriarty (File photo) And news of the 2024 spring success stories keeps flowing in. As a result of the Dallas Theater Center s 2024 Centerstage 40 Gala at Fashion Industry...

Susser Bank Golf Classic benefited The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 5/23 7:07A Carolyn Alvey

More than 92 golfers and over 60 sponsors took part in the Susser Bank Golf Classic, benefiting The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center on May 6 at the PGA Frisco Fields Ranch Golf Course....

Cyndi Lauper to Headline Rhapsody - Turtle Creek Chorales Annual Benefit Gala

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 5/23 5:00A Culver Public Relations

Grammy Award winner and punk glamor icon Cyndi Lauper will headline Rhapsody at the Omni Dallas Hotel on Saturday, June 1, 2024 . Not only is this event a fabulous start to Pride month, but funds...

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Town Hall & Library Closure

HPTX Library 5/24 7:12A

Town Hall & Library will be closed Monday, May 27.

Seay Tennis Center to Offer Summer Programs

People Newspapers Schools 5/23 11:36A Sarah Hodges

Young tennis aces can have a smashing good time at HPISD’s Seay Tennis Center this summer.

Bachman Lake Togethers CAN Graduation Celebrates Parent Leaders and Their Preschool Graduates

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 5/23 5:30A Culver Public Relations

Two generations received recognition at Bachman Lake Togethers annual Community Action Network (CAN) graduation ceremony, which celebrated the achievements of parent leaders and preschool graduates in...

Baby Splash Storytime

HPTX Library 5/22 9:28A

Book it to the pool this summer!

HPISD Staff Recommends Potential 4% Salary Increase in Next School Year

People Newspapers Schools 5/21 11:00A Sarah Hodges

District staff has recommended that HPISD’s board of trustees consider a 2% salary increase for staff in 2024-25, with an additional 2% increase to be paid retroactively if...

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Brace Yourself the Design District Lands Its First Rooftop Restaurant With Culinary Dropout

Eater Dallas 5/24 4:59A Courtney E. Smith

Rendering of the rooftop bar at Culinary Dropout in Dallas. | Culinary Dropout This spot from the company behind the Henry is set to open on June 12 The Design District has become a destination for...

Adrian Allen of Blue Duck Winery Winemaker Profile

Texas Wine Lover 5/23 1:23A Jeff Cope

Blue Duck Winery first opened in Albany, Texas, and has relocated to Cisco. Sometimes what you end up doing may not be your first intention, and that is the case with Blue Duck Winery’s co-owner and...

Pairing Texas Wines with Local Cuisine: A Culinary Journey

Texas Wine Lover 5/23 12:04A Guest

Texas is a state known for its rich culinary heritage, with a diverse array of local dishes that reflect the state s unique history and cultural influences. From succulent barbecue to spicy Tex-Mex...

Tell Dad He's in his Prime with Barrel & Bones Smokin' Father's Day Special

Park Cities BubbleLife iReporter 5/22 7:28A Kelly Hunter

Barrel & Bones is known for the wide array of prime meats it smokes daily, including brisket, sausage, pork belly and more. But for Fathers Day, the pitmasters are crafting a special perfect to...

Chico Taco Lounge to Expand to Dallas

Crave DFW 5/22 7:00A Steven Doyle

Frisco residents already know that Chído Taco Lounge is the ideal spot for tacos and tequilas. Soon, Dallas diners can enjoy the same great offerings, but without the drive up north. Because on May...

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FOUR SUMMER DRESSES + MEMORIAL DAY SALES

The Middle Page 5/24 6:25A Cathy Williamson

FOUR SUMMER DRESS + MEMORIAL DAY SALES Happy Memorial Day Weekend! Can you get over that summer is here? I feel like it was just Christmas! I love summer, but not when it is 110 degrees in Dallas!...

My Favorite Home Decor From Wayfair’s Memorial Day Clearance!

Color and Chic 5/20 7:15A Hoang-Kim

I m so excited to be partnering with Wayfair to share some of my favorite home decor from their Memorial Day Clearance. We have purchased so many items from Wayfair for our home, including some big...

WHITE SUMMER SKIRTS

The Middle Page 5/19 5:54A Cathy Williamson

Hi! I hope you are having a great weekend! We flew to Montana on Thursday and will head home tomorrow. We came to buy some furniture for a little place we bought in Deer Lodge at Rock Creek Cattle...

Amazon, Target ??, and MORE! ??????

The Sister Studio 5/19 3:58A Jennifer Reed

Happy Sunday, my friends!! We had a busy day of kids sports yesterday, and are going to take it easy today and rest up for the kids last week of school next week! I think my entire house is counting...

THE BEST WEDDING GUEST DRESSES

The Middle Page 5/14 3:04A Cathy Williamson

THE BEST WEDDING GUEST DRESSEs DRESS // SHOES (same but reversed color) // BAG Hello ladies! I hope you all had a wonderful Mother s Day weekend! You all will never believe what happened to me on...

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Playing Through Injuries, Spieth Trying to Regain Traction

People Newspapers Sports 5/23 9:43A Todd Jorgenson

The former Jesuit Dallas standout has remained competitive on the PGA Tour and continued to flash signs of greatness. He’s still ranked among the top 25 golfers in the world.

Gribble Keeps Grinding, Wherever His Golf Career Takes Him

People Newspapers Sports 5/23 9:18A Todd Jorgenson

During the first four months of this year, Cody Gribble played in golf tournaments in Puerto Rico, the Bahamas, the Dominican Republic, Panama, and Colombia.

Champions Bring Home a Win at This Year’s Buddy Bowl

People Newspapers Sports 5/20 6:33A Sarah Hodges

Records were broken and champions crowned in this year’s action-packed seventh annual Buddy Bowl.

Scots QB Competition Heats Up in Spring

People Newspapers Sports 5/17 12:00A Todd Jorgenson

Highland Park, which will move to Class 5A next season, has shown intensity and featured depth at several positions in spring practice.

ESD Surges to Stunning Lacrosse Title

People Newspapers Sports 5/13 12:00A Contributor

ESD upset Highland Park in the semifinals before bringing home its sixth championship in program history on Sunday.

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ALS advocacy takes center stage in Texas

Spectrum Local News Health 5/25 9:35A Dylan Scott

There are nearly 3,000 Texans living with ALS

Tips to avoid heat-related illness this Memorial Day weekend

Spectrum Local News Health 5/24 5:13A Christine Sanchez

Heat-related illnesses include heat stroke, heat exhaustion, heat cramps, sunburn and heat rash.

Children’s Bereavement Center working on the mental health of those affected in Uvalde

Spectrum Local News Health 5/24 4:00A Amber Hughes

Children, parents and first responders are treated at the bereavement center to heal from the tragedy that struck Uvalde two years ago.

Daily marijuana use outpaces daily drinking in the U.S., a new study says

Spectrum Local News Health 5/22 5:34A Associated Press

Research shows that high-frequency users are more likely to become addicted to marijuana and more likely to develop cannabis-associated psychosis.

U.S. pediatricians group reverses decades-old ban on breastfeeding for those with HIV

Spectrum Local News Health 5/20 1:15A Associated Press

The new report from the American Academy of Pediatrics reverses recommendations it had in place since the start of the HIV epidemic in the 1980s.

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Easy Pasta Salad

Love and Lemons 5/26 3:50A Jeanine Donofrio

Today s recipe is a picnic-perfect pasta salad! Every cookout needs a great pasta salad, and this is the one that I make all summer long. It comes together in no time, it s full of fresh ingredients,...

Twin Peaks’ First Location in Naples is Now Open For Food, Fun and Florida Fans

Restaurant News 5/24 7:56A RestaurantNews.com

Renowned sports bar and restaurant brand opened its doors to The Golf Capital of the World Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Twin Peaks Restaurants , the award-winning sports...

Lentil Salad with Ladolemono

Life at the Table 5/24 5:50A Chef Sandra Lewis

A Mediterranean Delight: Lentil Salad with Ladolemono Lentils have a long and delicious history with the human race. Esau was so enticed by this legume that he traded his...

Comment: NSAC Responds to House Agriculture Committee Markup of the Farm, Food, and National...

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition 5/24 2:49A Laura Zaks

For Immediate Release Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition press@sustainableagriculture.net Tel. 347.563.6408 Comment: NSAC Responds to House...

Best Broccoli Salad

Love and Lemons 5/23 2:33A Jeanine Donofrio

This broccoli salad recipe is one of my favorite side dishes. It s my lighter spin on classic Midwest broccoli salad, and though you won t find any cheese or bacon here, it s every bit as delicious. A...