Local art nonprofit reaches major milestones
Walking eastbound down West Jefferson Boulevard, a miniature mosaic skyscraper sits outside the Texas Theatre and the Oak Cliff Cultural Center. Although it is the [...]
From long distance to their own Dallas home
Swiping on Bumble in 2016 has led to nearly a decade together. Ryan Stepp and Jared Ragsdale had their first date in Dallas with only [...]
Pillar combines humble ingredients together with a twist
In Bishop Arts, there’s a menu with Nashville hot oysters ($5), chile relleno ($18) and ricotta cavatelli ($29) all in one place. The combination of [...]
Maman Café is New in the Plaza at Preston Center
Image Courtesy of Maman At less than two months old, Maman in the Plaza at Preston Center represents the New York-based chain’s first Texas location. [...]
RISD to keep schools closed through Thursday
Richardson ISD students may only make it to school one day this week. Photo of LHMS by Carol Toler. Shortly after 5 p.m. Wednesday, the [...]
Greater East Dallas Chamber of Commerce puts more focus on helping members in 2026
The Greater East Dallas Chamber of Commerce has a chief executive officer for the first time in its 80 years of existence. Megan Dennen | [...]
Hugs Cafe gives employees with disabilities a chance to shine
New restaurants don’t always open with speeches, a ribbon cutting and a moderately-sized crowd waiting for the doors to open. And the western stretch of [...]
East Dallas artist depicts ghosts & absence in his books
East Dallas neighbor Brad Ford Smith performs a ritual before he draws a landscape portrait of the place where a tragic death had occurred decades [...]
Lakewood Elementary crossing guard steals the hearts of local families
Last fall, the Friends of Lakewood did something big — the dad’s group gifted a 2026 GMC to longtime crossing guard Marian Jones after she [...]
Dallas ISD school closures extend to Thursday
Due to the winter weather’s effect on roadway conditions, Dallas ISD will remain closed tomorrow, Thursday, Jan. 29. The decision was made out of an [...]
Dallas ISD school closures extend to Thursday
Due to the winter weather’s effect on roadway conditions, Dallas ISD will remain closed tomorrow, Thursday, Jan. 29. The decision was made out of an [...]
East Dallas family creates Daisy’s Memorial Dog Stick Library near White Rock Lake
East Dallas neighbors, if your family includes a beloved pet, go grab him or her now. There’s a fairly good chance you’ll want to give [...]
Wondering about how dangerous the roads are? Here’s what to keep in mind.
Photo by Aaron Burden via Unsplash Temperatures appear to be warming up, but there’s still snow on the ground. So you may be wondering, “Is [...]
“Dallaska” from Oak Cliff’s point of view
We asked Oak Cliff neighbors on Facebook to share their snow day experiences via story and/or photo submission. Here’s what they had to say. Mary Madabhushi [...]
Two Woodrow Wilson High School students & ‘9 to 5’ leads chosen for All-State Choir
Woodrow Wilson High School students Elliana Mitchell and Elle Sheaffer made All-State Choir. They are pictured with their choir director Nicole Dickerson. Courtesy photo. For [...]
New York Times Bestselling Author to visit Bishop Arts Theatre Center next month
Photography courtesy of the Bishop Arts Theatre. One month from today, on Sunday, Feb. 28, the Bishop Arts Theatre Center will host a No. 1 [...]
Dallas Art Fair announces 2026 dates, ticket sales, and exhibitor list
Image courtesy of Exploredinary Heading into its 18th year, the Dallas Art Fair brings four days of programming and dozens of exhibitors to an [...]
Urban Lagree to open at Skillman & Live Oak Streets
Photo courtesy of Urban Lagree. Fitness studio Urban Lagree is coming to our neighborhood with a planned opening on Feb. 1 at 5815 Live Oak [...]
Dot’s Hop House to close Sunday
Courtesy Dot’s via Facebook Dot’s Hop House and Cocktail Courtyard in Deep Ellum is shuttering. The beer garden on Commerce Street will be open from [...]
St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School selects new president
Screenshot of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School’s Facebook page. Lisa Long has been appointed as the new president of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School. Long, [...]
