HPISD Hopes Legislators Up Funding, Accountability for School Finance

People Newspapers Schools 12/27 1:30A Sarah Hodges

Highland Park ISD is hoping state lawmakers increase school funding and bring more transparency to the “shell game” of school finance during the 89th Legislative Session.

Favorites of 2024: Lady Scots Honor Star Athlete at Tracy Wills Invitational

People Newspapers Schools 12/26 4:48A Sarah Hodges

The story of how the Lady Scots continue to honor the legacy of HPHS track and cross country standout Tracy Wills is on managing editor Sarah Hodges' favorite stories of 2024 list.

2024 Person of the Year: Abigail Williams

People Newspapers Schools 12/25 2:00A Claudia Carson-Habeeb

Abigail Williams, the founder and chief executive officer of United to Learn, knows how important the relationship between school and community is in developing the child.

Person of the Year and Personal Memories

People Newspapers News 12/25 1:30A Claudia Carson-Habeeb

In this month’s issue we honor our Preston Hollow Person of the Year, Abigail Williams; catching up with my old friend and learning more about her mission with U2L was a rewarding endeavor.

Santa’s Helpers Deliver Supplies to Shelter Dogs in Need

People Newspapers News 12/24 3:01A Claudia Carson-Habeeb

A big Howliday shout out to the pawsome volunteers with Forever Family Rescue who came together to deliver dog food just in time for the holidays.

New Year, New E-Bike Regulations

People Newspapers News 12/23 2:00A Sarah Hodges

Teens too young to get behind the wheel of a car will also not be able to drive electric bicycles under new regulations that take effect on Jan. 1 in the Park Cities.

2024 Person of the Year: Mike Rockwood

People Newspapers Schools 12/23 1:30A Sarah Hodges

Superintendent Mike Rockwood has been at the helm of Highland Park ISD for less than 24 months, but his team’s achievements have already shaped the district for years to come.

SMU Cox and Texas welcome, and embody the spirit of collaboration

Dallas Business Journal 12/22 10:00P SMU Cox School of Business

Never miss an episode of Forging the Future of Business Education. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. Texas officially adopted “Friendship” as its motto in 1930. Yet many people outside its borders equate the state...

The Mustangs fall to Penn State in first round of College Football Playoffs

The Daily Campus News 12/22 8:22A Dean Ralsky, Staff Writer

The SMU Mustangs fell to the Penn State Nittany Lions, 38-10, on Saturday afternoon in the first round of the College Football Playoff. The Mustangs found their way into the CFP via an at-large bid...

Real Talk: Lindsay Wilson

People Newspapers Business 12/20 1:30A William Taylor

Influenced, in part, by childhood memories of a residential designer her mom used in Little Rock, Lindsay Wilson chose her major midway through her freshman year at the University of Arkansas.

Scots Fans, Get Ready for Game Day!

People Newspapers News 12/19 10:38A Sarah Hodges

Some of the most valuable players at Saturday’s state title game won’t be on the field.

The BBB List of Top Holiday Scams

People Newspapers News 12/19 5:29A Claudia Carson-Habeeb

By taking a few precautions, many swindlers can be thwarted before getting too far with personal information or money.

Jump Seat Coach Brings Drive, Dedication to SMU Riding Team

People Newspapers Schools 12/19 1:30A Claudia Carson-Habeeb

The SMU mustang holds a special meaning for the university’s National Champion Equestrian Team, the animal’s fencing ability mirroring the mascot’s significance in overcoming obstacles.

Meet the Man Behind SMU’s Garden Glow Up

The Daily Campus Arts & Culture 12/18 9:22A Ellen Rogers, Layout & Design

Director of landscape management Kevin Dilliard pulls the golf cart to the curb of the tree-lined street between the Meadows Museum and Cockrell-McIntosh Commons. He hops out. “I’ve got to send a...