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18th Annual A Writer’s Garden Speakers Revealed at Announcement Party
Guest speakers at November’s 18th annual A Writer’s Garden Symposium and Luncheon were revealed at an announcement party in June. At the party, hosted by Becky Burgett and chaired by Tammany Stern, guests were treated to a charcuterie spread before the announcements. Therese Rourk, a Highland Park resident...
Cowboys' Next Workhorse RB May Be Available Soon
The Dallas Cowboys have had a lackluster offseason in terms of improving the roster. After getting bounced in the first round of the playoffs, they decided not to make any major additions to better the team. They watched as starters like Tyron Smith and Tony Pollard left town in free...
Lions’ Cheerleaders earn several awards at UCA Camp
The Lockhart High School Cheer program attended the UCA camp at Great Wolf Lodge in Dallas recently where they learned new material, various cheer skills and leadership qualities. Throughout their time at camp, LHS Cheerleaders earned several awards. Lucky the Lion. * Two Excellent Ribbons. * One Gold Superior Ribbon.
Schultz Qualifies for 124th U.S. Amateur
Jul 23, 2024 | Men's Golf MANHATTAN, Kan. – Kansas State senior Cooper Schultz recorded a round of 3-under par 67 to qualify for the 124th U.S. Amateur during sectional qualifying on Monday at Brook Hollow Golf Club in Dallas, Texas. Schultz, who tied for sixth place at the sectional qualifier that saw 16 players advance, will be making his third appearance in the U.S. Amateur after also qualifying in 2021 and 2022. Schultz began sectional qualifying with a birdie on the par-4 3rd but dropped two shots with bogeys on Nos. 6 and 9. However, the Andover, Kansas, product...
Thoughts on a 4-3 Rangers win
Well, that was quite the adventure. The Rangers never led in this game until it was over. Though, ultimately, that’s the only time that it matters whether you have the lead, really. But that was a game that was giving off loss vibes for most of the time it...
Trevon Diggs injury update ahead of Dallas Cowboys training camp
Dallas Cowboys star Trevon Diggs is extected to start training camp on the PUP list as he prepares to return from an ACL injury. Dallas Cowboys star Trevon Diggs will be in attendance for the start of training camp, but that doesn't mean he will be taking the field. Diggs...
Chris Brown, Dallas rapper Yella Beezy sued for $50 million in lawsuit alleging post-concert assault
FORT WORTH, Texas — A lawsuit filed Sunday alleges R&B singer Chris Brown and his entourage beat four men after his Saturday night concert in Fort Worth. Brown is named alongside Texas rappers Yella Beezy and Hoodboss (a.k.a. Hoodybaby), UK rapper Sinko Ceej and entertainment conglomerate Live Nation as defendants in the lawsuit.
Runway at Dallas Love Field to Close for Safety Improvements
DALLAS, Texas — Dallas Love Field Airport will close Runway 13L/31R for essential safety improvements starting August 5, with the closure expected to last approximately 85 days. The project, named the Runway 13L/31R Runway Safety Area Improvements & Rehabilitation of Taxiway A, aims to address runway safety area (RSA)...
UT Southwestern pharmacologist named Howard Hughes Medical Institute Investigator
DALLAS – July 23, 2024 – James J. Collins III, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Pharmacology at UT Southwestern Medical Center who leads groundbreaking research into the parasitic disease schistosomiasis, has been named a Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) Investigator. Dr. Collins was among 26 distinguished scientists nationwide named...
UTA professor works to better serve the homeless
A University of Texas at Arlington professor is trying to help change how homeless shelters provide services and how the public perceives the people who use them. For the past year, Hannah Lebovits, an assistant professor in the Department of Public Affairs and Planning, has worked with the Dallas-based Austin Street Center homeless shelter to understand what services its visitors made use of before and while experiencing homelessness. This required interviewing many homeless people and learning their stories.
DFW Area Hospitals Shine in Texas Top 15 Medical Centers, U.S. News & World Report Reveals
Several Dallas-Fort Worth area hospitals have been named amongst the elite in Texas, according to a recent report by U.S. News & World Report. Out of the 584 hospitals evaluated across the state, five DFW medical centers were ranked in the top 15 of the "Best Hospitals in Texas." The Houston area dominated the top 10, with Houston Methodist Hospital leading the pack as the number one hospital in Texas, according to the U.S. News.
Mavericks sign former 20-ppg scorer
The Dallas Mavericks are reuniting with a player who made a deep postseason run with them just two years ago. Veteran guard Spencer Dinwiddie on Monday agreed to a one-year deal with the Mavericks, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports. Free agent guard Spencer Dinwiddie has agreed on a one-year deal with the Dallas Mavericks,... The post Mavericks sign former 20-ppg scorer appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Former Texas State Representative Jim Pitts Passes Away at 73
DALLAS, Texas — Former Texas State Representative Jim Pitts passed away shortly before midnight on July 20, 2024, at Baylor Hospital in Dallas, surrounded by his loved ones. Jim Pitts dedicated his life to public service, representing House District 10 in the Texas House of Representatives from 1993 to 2015. His district comprised Ellis County, Hill County, and a portion of Henderson County. During his tenure, he served as Chairman of Appropriations from 2005 to 2007 and from 2009 to 2015. Representative Pitts was known for his commitment to education, fiscal responsibility, and advocating for the needs of his constituents.
Dallas Mavericks' bold new focus is slowly building a powerhouse
It's no secret that the Dallas Mavericks had one of the best offseasons in franchise history after making multiple splashes in the free agency department. Most notably, the Mavericks acquired one of the greatest shooters in the history of the NBA by signing Klay Thompson to a three-year $50 million contract.
North Texas voters say they feel drained after President Joe Biden drops out of 2024 Presidential race
DALLAS — With President Joe Biden stepping down from the 2024 Presidential race, many are wondering what is next. “It's just one more unprecedented thing in this crazy presidential election campaign,” said Matthew Wilson, SMU Political Science Professor. Wilson said past Presidents have decided not to run...
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