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World War II veteran celebrates 100th birthday in Celina
James Roland "Mac" McIlroy celebrated his 100th birthday on June 6, 2024. A World War II veteran who served in the U.S. Army during the Battle of the Bulge, McIlroy has called Celina home since 1948. The centenarian reflects on his military service, career as an educator and car dealership owner, and his life in North Texas.
Dallas Band Wolves Reign Blends Sibling-Like Love With Existential Angst
Most days, it’s hard to get all the members of a local band in the same room. Amid a rapidly changing music scene in Dallas, many artists find themselves scrambling between gigs as solo acts and with their home bands. But for Wolves Reign, hanging with buddies at Cosmos on a Tuesday evening is a no-brainer. The group has been friends for over a decade and these four were likely already planning to hang out — whether for a jam sesh or a good old-fashioned kickback.
Dallas Could Give Up $3M Annually in Proposed University Park ‘Boundary Adjustment’
The City of University Park wants a “boundary adjustment” to take ownership of 18 acres in Dallas that includes Boone Elementary and Northway Christian Church across from NorthPark Center. Masterplan land consultant President Dallas Cothrum is involved, and Dallas City Council members are questioning whether there’s a benefit...
Dallas Nurse’s Daughter Sues Killer and Texas Parole Board
The daughter of Katie “Annette” Flowers, a nurse tragically killed in the Methodist Dallas Medical Center shooting, has filed a lawsuit against the perpetrator, Nestor Hernandez, and the Texas Parole Board. A Tragic Incident Unfolds. Hospital surveillance footage captured Hernandez entering the maternity ward with a beer can...
Community reports sightings of 88-year-old woman who has been missing since June 8
DALLAS — It has been more than three weeks, and the Polk family has more questions than answers. “By no stretch of the imagination has it been anything less than difficult,” said Philip Polk. His mother, 88-year-old Myrtle Polk, is in the early stages of dementia and has...
Tiffany Announces Nation’s No. 1 Signing Class of 2024
Sean Browne (Dallas, Texas), Troy Capstraw (Daphne, Ala.), Kyle Colsey (Ridgefield, Conn.), Ryan Duenkel (Great Falls, Va.), Christian Grosso (Wellesley, Mass.), Hudson Hausmann (Greenwich, Conn.), Luke Hublitz (Fairfield, Conn.), Luke Jamin (Rumson, N.J.), JP Lagunowich (Chatham, N.J.) and Tommy Snyder (Bay Shore, N.Y.) are set to join the program this fall.
As Arlington preps for the All-Star Game, former Rangers lead the next generation
Former Texas Rangers will lead both teams in the All-Star Futures Game later this month. The All-Star Futures Game will include top prospects from both leagues and will be played Saturday, July 13 at Globe Life Field.
Mother of Missing 12-Year-Old from North Carolina Named Suspect by Police
The mother of a missing 12-year-old girl from North Carolina has become a suspect in the case. Madalina was last seen getting off the Bailey Middle School bus on November 21, 2022. The investigation, involving Dallas police and the FBI, remains ongoing with authorities piecing together evidence linking Madalina's case...
Roaches, food drippings, sticky sinks: Wichita Falls restaurant inspections June 24-30
Here are the Wichita Falls-Wichita County Public Health District restaurant inspection scores for Wichita County conducted June 24–30. Scores in each category are listed by most recent inspection date. The health department conducts regular restaurant inspections to help keep residents and visitors safe. During June 24-30, the department conducted reviews and/or inspections...
Dak Prescott addresses concerns about his viral vacation photo
Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott recently did some damage control after fans were alarmed by a circulating photo of him in a walking boot. Prescott was seen wearing a bulky protective boot on his right foot while walking along a harbor in Los Cabos, Mexico (photo here). A report from NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport later... The post Dak Prescott addresses concerns about his viral vacation photo appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Mavs Free Agent Appears to Leak His Return to Dallas
The Dallas Mavericks have been very active since the start of NBA free agency as this championship finalist looks to reload for another run. Adding both Nnaji Marshall and Klay Thompson has given Dallas a major boost on the wing, but it still has another open roster spot to play with yet.
Ellis County Commissioners' Court to Consider Hopgood Addition Replat Near Maypearl-Hopgood Addition Replat Near Maypearl
Ellis County residents are on the brink of witnessing the change, as the Commissioners' Court is set to take on a replat application in the Hopgood Addition. Ellis County, Texas indicates that the area in question, currently known as C.H. Silliman's Subdivision Lot 12, proposes to redraw its boundaries, encompassing approximately three acres of land located around 2,000 feet west of where Old Buena Vista Road and Mesa Road intersect, in the extraterritorial jurisdiction of Maypearl.
Woman in Critical Condition After High-Speed Chase and Shooting in Dallas
A dramatic chase unfolded on Wednesday morning, starting in Cedar Hill and ending in Dallas. The chase began when Katie Jones, a 60-year-old Dallas resident, leaned out of a moving vehicle to fire shots at Cedar Hill and Duncanville PD while attempting to escape. Multiple Robberies Linked to the Suspect.
Old pipes cause Texas cities to lose tens of billions of gallons of water each year
"Old pipes cause Texas cities to lose tens of billions of gallons of water each year" was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues.
ALERT: New Law In Texas Allows You To Ask Companies To Do This
The growth of technology in Texas is astounding. It's difficult to believe, but how handle things ten years ago is different from the current due to its expansion. In fact, people can get online anywhere these days, as long as their phone allows it. What some people don't realize is...
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