It may be hard to believe, but the COVID-19 pandemic isn’t as bad as it could be. Seriously? Yes. For instance the 1918 H1N1 flu virus infected one-third of the world’s population because, as the CDC reports, “control efforts worldwide were limited to non-pharmaceutical interventions such as isolation, quarantine, good personal hygiene, use of disinfectants, and limitations of … [Read more...] about ChildCareGroup Celebrates Its 120-Year History Starting With A Drive-Through Parade Friday
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JUST IN: Nexus Spring Luncheon Canceled, But The 50 For 50 Anniversary Campaign Continues
After months of planning and COVID-19 caused postponements of its Spring Lunch featuring Mackenzie Phillips, The Auxiliary of Nexus fundraiser was on the calendar for an in-person event at the Hilton Anatole on Friday, May 21. But despite the best efforts of Auxiliary President Janina Solomon and Luncheon Chair Elizabeth Minahan, it was decided that it still wasn’t the right … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Nexus Spring Luncheon Canceled, But The 50 For 50 Anniversary Campaign Continues
Jamie O’Banion Continues Her Commitment To Children’s Cancer Fund By Joining Its Advisory Board
Starting a year ago this month, the pandemic started its onslaught throughout the world. Despite it making front-page news daily, medical professionals, researchers and patients had to juggle COVID-19 with the challenge of other, already ongoing health problems. One of those was pediatric cancer. Even before COVID-19 made the scene, children's cancer was a double-edged … [Read more...] about Jamie O’Banion Continues Her Commitment To Children’s Cancer Fund By Joining Its Advisory Board
United To Learn’s Community Campus Day Needs Hands And Funds For Transformational Projects
The Dallas Independent School District has suffered through all types of challenges in recent years. From tornadoes ravaging schools and COVID-19 stymying traditional classes to February’s Winter Storm URI, students and faculty have tried to maintain their studies. To help them through these especially tough times has been United To Learn, which works in 47 DISD … [Read more...] about United To Learn’s Community Campus Day Needs Hands And Funds For Transformational Projects
“Pints And Pjs” To Raise Mugs And Funds At 3 Nations Brewing For “Pajamas For Seniors”
Everybody has their own story about the pain and inconvenience that the past year of pandemicking has caused. One group that hasn’t been heard from is the senior citizen crowd living in area nursing and assisted living homes. It’s not because they’ve been living the life of Riley. Rather, due to strict restrictions to safeguard their vulnerability, they have in many cases been … [Read more...] about “Pints And Pjs” To Raise Mugs And Funds At 3 Nations Brewing For “Pajamas For Seniors”
Dallas CASA Breaks Past Records With The Highest Of Number Of New Volunteers In 2020
With North Texas thawing out, the good news keeps rolling in. This time it’s from Dallas CASA. Despite the state of the past year’s COVID-19 slam with all its social distancing, masks and virtual relationships, Dallas CASA “recruited the highest number of volunteers to advocate for children in foster care in our 40-year history.” The number of new volunteers was a … [Read more...] about Dallas CASA Breaks Past Records With The Highest Of Number Of New Volunteers In 2020
JUST IN: Moody Foundation Provides $995,000 For 15 North Texas Nonprofits For Winter Storm Uri Recovery
When a crisis hits, the Moody Foundation has shown its true Texas colors of philanthropy The Foundation’s philanthropy is legendary when times are good. But when a crisis like Hurricane Harvey and the COVID-19 pandemic hits the Lone Star State, the Foundation doesn’t hesitate to step to the front of the line to help Texans. With the state thawing out from Winter Storm … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Moody Foundation Provides $995,000 For 15 North Texas Nonprofits For Winter Storm Uri Recovery
Blizzard Recovery Continues With A Soupy Event Postponed A Week For The Sake Of Its Clients
As the temperatures are rising and the sun is shining, North Texans are in a state of either recovering or trying to recover from last week's historic frigid blast. Too many still don't have water; others are mopping up the aftermath of broken pipes. Ironically, store shelves are pretty dry. Luckily, 18-wheelers are charging non-stop down roads to fill the empty … [Read more...] about Blizzard Recovery Continues With A Soupy Event Postponed A Week For The Sake Of Its Clients
Insider Tip: COVID-19 Vaccination Veterans Provide Hints On Getting Your Second Round
With many folks emerging from the second rounds of COVID-19 vaccinations, some tips have been received to share with future recipients. Pack patience. Be over-prepared for your wait in line. Consider taking hand warmers, a book, etc. Clear your schedule for the two or three days after the second injection. Some people are fine and dandy except for the injection … [Read more...] about Insider Tip: COVID-19 Vaccination Veterans Provide Hints On Getting Your Second Round
I Took On The Texas Grid Wizard In A Heated Battle During The Arctic Blizzard Of 2021
Allow me to tell you a story about how I took on the 2021 Texas Grid Wizard during the blizzard of 2021. It's gonna be a long one, but so was the journey. First let’s lay out the pre-battle setup, when weather predictors were claiming a doom-and-gloom “storm of the century” was headed our way starting Wednesday, February 10. They weren’t kidding. Why, even before the pre- and … [Read more...] about I Took On The Texas Grid Wizard In A Heated Battle During The Arctic Blizzard Of 2021
COVID-19 May Not Be The Top Of Today’s News But It’s Certainly Not Forgotten
You’ve got to hand it to Mother Nature. She’s the only one who could knock COVID-19 from the top of North Texas headlines. But as the temperatures rise above freezing and power does return to local not-made-to-be igloos, the pandemic will return to being the priority item. Those in need of their second dose are no doubt worrying if they’ll make it within the designated … [Read more...] about COVID-19 May Not Be The Top Of Today’s News But It’s Certainly Not Forgotten