It was back in 1972 when CBS took a chance on launching a TV series based on a book that had had success when it was turned into a movie. Still it was a risky venture for a comedy-drama taking place during the Korean War while the Viet Nam engagement had politicos and protesters at odds. What’s more, it involved a Mobile Army Surgical Hospital that was mired in the mud most of … [Read more...] about JUST IN: “SwitHeart” Loretta Swit Is Bringing Her Animal-Loving “Hotlips”To 2022 Fur Ball
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North Texas Giving Day Booster: Dallas Pets Alive!
According to Dallas Pets Alive! Founder and Executive Director Leslie Sans, “This year local animal shelters here in North Texas are seeing unprecedented numbers of pets being surrendered by their families causing overcrowding and leading to animals being euthanized for simply running out of space. The financial crisis is affecting humans and their pets, causing individuals … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Dallas Pets Alive!
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Shelter2Rescue Coalition Inc.
According to Shelter2Rescue Coalition Inc. Director Louisa Bennett, “'Just one more day, is what we hope for every day' — we are in the business of buying more time. Shelter2Rescue assists in photographing the cats and dogs, to help with better exposure, transports to a foster/rescue/vet, medicines, and mostly a huge amount of networking from our amazing Shelter2Rescue … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Shelter2Rescue Coalition Inc.
North Texas Giving Day Booster: Texas Best Choices Animal Rescue
According to Texas Best Choices Animal Rescue (TBC Animal Rescue) Co-Founder Karen Cadis, “North Texas Giving Day is Texas Best Choices Animal Rescue’s largest fundraiser of the year and the most successful! We have participated for seven years and each year our donations have increased. Last year we raised a record $23,122.89 lifesaving dollars including $5,000 in matching … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: Texas Best Choices Animal Rescue
Four Days Of Fourth Of July Can Be A Dazzling Celebration Thanks To Safeguards Being In Place
This Fourth of July is a holiday that most grownup kids dream of — a four-day holiday in the middle of summer. Okay, so today isn’t officially a day off, but most folks are cutting out early ... if they even showed up at all. On the other hand, since the Independence Day celebration is going to last longer than usual, it’s important to extend your care for your children and … [Read more...] about Four Days Of Fourth Of July Can Be A Dazzling Celebration Thanks To Safeguards Being In Place
JUST IN: Children’s Cancer Fund Presents A $1.3M Check To Children’s For Kids Like Jacob
It was January 2019 that Children’s Medical Center became Whitesboro's Jacob Pletan’s “new far-away home” after being diagnosed with lymphoma at the age of 15. As he wrote this past February, “I have had around $3 million dollars of medical treatment to take care of me. And yet, unlike a celebrity spending $3 million, not much was gotten nor is noticeable with this expenditure. … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Children’s Cancer Fund Presents A $1.3M Check To Children’s For Kids Like Jacob
Looks Like Mother Nature Is Gonna Give North Texas Another Three-Day Cold Shoulder
Why does it seem that 2022 February's Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays have been pretty consistent in giving North Texas a cold shoulder? Once again temperatures are nose-diving to the 20s at night until Friday morning. And while the days' temperatures may rise above freezing, the predicted rain and thundershowers will create an overnight coat of ice on streets and … [Read more...] about Looks Like Mother Nature Is Gonna Give North Texas Another Three-Day Cold Shoulder
Callier Cares Luncheon Letter Signing Had A “Rosie” Surprise Guest And Plans For The Fundraiser
In case your postal carrier has been a little slow delivering your mail, that may be the reason that you haven’t received your letter about the Callier Cares Luncheon 2022. It was just before Winter Storm Landon landing in North Texas that a group of folks settled down to personalize the letters with personal notes. Due to COVID concerns, the first location at … [Read more...] about Callier Cares Luncheon Letter Signing Had A “Rosie” Surprise Guest And Plans For The Fundraiser
MySweetWishList: SPCA Of Texas
According to SPCA of Texas volunteer Jennifer Anderson, “At the SPCA of Texas, we rescue, rehabilitate and rehome thousands of vulnerable, neglected and abused animals each year. As an avid volunteer, I see how donors make it possible for animals to blossom from sick and fearful to healthy and happy. Your support this holiday season can help these animals experience comfort … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: SPCA Of Texas
2021 Fur Ball Was A Tail Wagging Hit With Auctions, Adoptions And A Tale On Collaboration
The animal-loving crowd donned their finest attire for the SPCA of Texas' 2021 Fur Ball at the Hyatt Regency Dallas on Saturday, October 2. And in addition to the seated dinner, auctions and adorable pups up for adoption, guests learned how the SPCA and Duck Team 6 have been collaborating for the well-being of people and their best friends in the community. Here's a report from … [Read more...] about 2021 Fur Ball Was A Tail Wagging Hit With Auctions, Adoptions And A Tale On Collaboration
SPCA Patron Party Was A Howling Success As Animal Lovers Prepared For North Texas Giving Day And Fur Ball
Another outdoor gathering on the evening of Wednesday, September 22, that lucked out when it came to perfect weather conditions was the SPCA of Texas' patron party at Mimi and Bill Vanderstraaten's home. While four-legged friends were taking the night off, two-legged best friends of the animals were getting charged up for the next day's North Texas Giving Day (that ended up … [Read more...] about SPCA Patron Party Was A Howling Success As Animal Lovers Prepared For North Texas Giving Day And Fur Ball