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Comings and Goings

People Newspapers Business 5/14 2:30A Maria Lawson

NOW OPEN Super Duper Cookie Co. 6401 Hillcrest Ave., Suite 102 The new spot serves fresh-baked cookies and cookie cakes

Dallas' Pie Tap Pizza could open first Houston location

Dallas Business Journal 5/14 2:00A Jeff Jeffrey

Public documents indicate Pie Tap Pizza Workshop and Bar could open in Houston, which would be its first location outside DFW. Pie Tap did not immediately respond to a request...

Dallas Lutheran School Names Betsy Graham New Head

People Newspapers Schools 5/13 9:42A Maria Lawson

Graham comes from Prince of Peace Christian School in Carrollton, where she has worked for 22 years and most recently served as principal of the kindergarten through...

University Park Swears in Mayor, Council Members

People Newspapers News 5/13 8:18A Sarah Hodges

University Park’s mayor and its four city council members, including new member Melissa Rieman, were sworn in at the May 7 city council meeting.

Opal Lee receives honorary doctorate degree from SMU

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth 5/12 8:39A NBCDFW Staff

Dr. Opal Lee , received an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree from Southern Methodist University at the University’s May 11 commencement ceremony. Lee is a civil rights icon who championed...

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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.

Scots, Eagles Set for Semifinal Rematch

People Newspapers Sports 5/9 3:00A Todd Jorgenson

Two weeks after a thriller to close the regular season, rivals Highland Park and ESD will meet again in the THSLL state tournament.

Family Reunion: HP Baseball Siblings Thrive in Rare Opportunity to Team Up

People Newspapers Sports 5/9 2:30A Todd Jorgenson

Carter and Cole Flashnick have always shared a passion for baseball, worked out together, and supported one another.

Jesuit, Hillcrest Advance in Playoffs

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

Jesuit set up a second-round showdown in the playoffs against defending Class 6A state champion Flower Mound.

Scots Earn Top Seed in Lacrosse Playoffs

People Newspapers Sports 5/2 12:00P Todd Jorgenson

The road to the Texas High School Lacrosse League state tournament will feature some familiar landmarks for local traditional powerhouses.

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A Look at What I Wore This Week

Brighton the Day 5/10 6:31A megan hopkins

Ready for another look at what I wore this week? I was preparing for a trip to the beach with my family all week, so most of these looks are athleiure and comfortable. This...

Meet East Dallas - A free event showcasing East Dallas businesses

SMU BubbleLife iReporter 5/9 2:58A Deborah Brown

Come Meet Your Neighbors! Join neighbors and sample some of East Dallas restaurants, artisans, and local businesses at the Greater East Dallas Chamber of Commerces Meet East Dallas to be held on...

My Current Kitchen Essentials

Brighton the Day 5/9 6:42A megan hopkins

After getting such good feedback from the Sunday fridge prep essentials blog post I shared recently, I thought it may be helpful to do one on my kitchen essentials. Since...

Broadway Dallas Commemorates South Dallas Stories: Uprooted, 2024 the Exhibition

SMU BubbleLife iReporter 5/8 8:39A Dana Cobb

On Friday, May 3, 2024, Broadway Dallas proudly unveiled the updated lobby installation of South Dallas Stories: Uprooted, a poignant multimedia exhibit that delves into the historical inequities of...

Christy Rost: Spring Travels Lead To Inspired Gatherings

People Newspapers Life 5/7 3:00A Christy Rost

In the early spring, I attended The Inspired Home Show in Chicago, where houseware brands from across the world assembled to introduce their newest products to media and...

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When Does Tiffany Derry Find Time to Sleep?

Eater Dallas 5/14 3:00A Courtney E. Smith

Opening new restaurants, achieving celebrity chef status, and changing the hospitality industry — she’s doing it all It’s a cold day in January when a group of Tiffany Derry’s fans gather in the full...

Picpoul Blanc Is the Lip Stinger That’s Hot in Texas

Texas Wine Lover 5/14 12:15A Amie Nemec

Picpoul Blanc grapes from Krista Hartman, Red River Wines and Provisions Native to the Languedoc (pronounced long-dock ) region of Southern France, Picpoul Blanc is a white wine grape gaining...

Sea Breeze Fish Market & Grill to Host Gerard Bertrand Wine Dinner May 20

Crave DFW 5/13 7:51A Steven Doyle

Gérard Bertrand is a family winery known for its strong commitment to sustainable development, innovation and excellence in its wines that come from the vines of the Château de Villemajou in the south...

Texas Wine Country Experience the Adventure of a Lifetime

Texas Wine Lover 5/12 7:28P digitalguider

Texas wine country offers an experience that s as unique and bold as the state itself. Imagine yourself cruising down scenic highways, windows rolled down, and the warm Texas...

Everything is Bigger in Texas, Including It’s Exploding Art Scene

Crave DFW 5/10 7:57A Steven Doyle

Barbier-Mueller Collection Dallas Travelers seeking an unexpected art scene may not know that Texas boasts some of the most renowned art collections and exhibitions in the world, captivating, seasoned...

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My Paula’s Choice Promo is HERE!!

The Sister Studio 5/13 4:03A Jennifer Reed

It is a HAPPY Monday today because I m sooo, SO excited about the Paula s Choice code that I have for us today!! It is truly an incredible deal and I ll share all the details below. I have a ton of...

Jen-A-Peño is HERE!!! My Chomps box is LIVE!

The Sister Studio 5/5 5:40A Jennifer Reed

JEN-A-PEÑO IS HERE!!! You guys!!! I cannot even express to y all how excited I am about this! Today is the day, my Chomps limited edition Jen-a-peño box is HERE !!! They gave us their biggest discount...

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Texas again ranked the worst state for mental health care

Spectrum Local News Health 5/13 6:00A Craig Huber

This is the second consecutive year Forbes Advisor has ranked Texas dead last.

Your Mental Health: Recent pattern of violence against women casts light on toxic masculinity

Spectrum Local News Health 5/9 6:08A Nicole Cross

One out of four women will be the victim of a violent crime, according to the CDC.

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Opal Lee receives honorary doctorate degree from SMU

Meet East Dallas - A free event showcasing East Dallas businesses

Upcoming Events » see the full calendar

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Comings and Goings

Dallas' Pie Tap Pizza could open first Houston location

Dallas Lutheran School Names Betsy Graham New Head

University Park Swears in Mayor, Council Members

Opal Lee receives honorary doctorate degree from SMU

Sports » indicates external link

ESD Surges to Stunning Lacrosse Title

Scots, Eagles Set for Semifinal Rematch

Family Reunion: HP Baseball Siblings Thrive in Rare Opportunity to Team Up

Jesuit, Hillcrest Advance in Playoffs

Scots Earn Top Seed in Lacrosse Playoffs

Lifestyle » indicates external link

A Look at What I Wore This Week

Meet East Dallas - A free event showcasing East Dallas businesses

My Current Kitchen Essentials

Broadway Dallas Commemorates South Dallas Stories: Uprooted, 2024 the Exhibition

Christy Rost: Spring Travels Lead To Inspired Gatherings

Food & Dining » indicates external link

When Does Tiffany Derry Find Time to Sleep?

Picpoul Blanc Is the Lip Stinger That’s Hot in Texas

Sea Breeze Fish Market & Grill to Host Gerard Bertrand Wine Dinner May 20

Texas Wine Country Experience the Adventure of a Lifetime

Everything is Bigger in Texas, Including It’s Exploding Art Scene

Fashion » indicates external link

My Paula’s Choice Promo is HERE!!

Jen-A-Peño is HERE!!! My Chomps box is LIVE!

Health & Fitness » indicates external link

Texas again ranked the worst state for mental health care

Your Mental Health: Recent pattern of violence against women casts light on toxic masculinity

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