Parts of North Texas are under a heat advisory with the triple-digit temperatures in the days ahead. While kids will be playing in the spray fountain at Rory Meyers Children's Adventure Garden, there are others who may become victims of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. But what's the difference between the two?Parkland Memorial Hospital’s Chief of Emergency Services and … [Read more...] about Rising Temperatures Can Result In Heat Stroke And Its Hottie Cousin Heat Exhaustion
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4th Of July Celebrations Are No Happy Times For Animals
Everything is in place. You’ve got your spot all picked out for the 4th of July parade as well as the perfect place to watch the evening’s fireworks. The coolers are filled with ice and bottles of refreshments. The kids are all decked out in red-white-and-blue t-shirts with adorable shorts and flips flops. Needless to say, they’ll be cellphoto magnets.But there’s … [Read more...] about 4th Of July Celebrations Are No Happy Times For Animals
The 2019 Spring Fundraising Finish Line Is In Sight For North Texas
Those who run a triathlon often wonder if it’s all worth the effort. North Texans have not only made it this far in the fundraising spring triathlon, they’re still not finished. Despite other obligations like graduations, weddings and just plain weariness, they’re still making time to contribute to those in need.On the other side of the fundraising fence, there are those … [Read more...] about The 2019 Spring Fundraising Finish Line Is In Sight For North Texas
Prepare For Seasonal Storms Before They Hit
It’s that’s time of year when the TV weather guessers roll up their sleeves and preach the woes of nature. If Monday’s and Tuesday's weather rumble didn’t hit you, congrats. But did it make you wonder “What if?”Since North Texas is slated for a couple of weeks of stormy weather, here are some reminders for the next time that you have to pull a “get to your safe place” … [Read more...] about Prepare For Seasonal Storms Before They Hit
Dates And Locations For 2019 North Texas Giving Day Kick-Off Events Announced
While the Easter bunny is finishing up his/her hunt-and-find goodies for Sunday, the Communities Foundation of Texas team is getting ready to line up beneficiaries for the 2019 North Texas Giving Day. Sure, the legendary fundraising day isn’t until September (Thursday, September 19, to be exact), but they’ve scheduled area kick-off events to help fingers-crossed beneficiaries … [Read more...] about Dates And Locations For 2019 North Texas Giving Day Kick-Off Events Announced
Insider Tip: Saturday’s 40th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Preparations
After the last few days of wet, thunderous weather, Mother Nature is showing her Irish genes with sunshine predicted for the 40th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Saturday along Greenville Avenue. Having the best seat on the route will be Grand Marshal/outgoing Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings.Unfortunately, the temperatures are not going to be exactly conducive for wearing … [Read more...] about Insider Tip: Saturday’s 40th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Preparations
A Gentle Reminder: Daylight Saving Times Springs Forward Sunday
As the annual evacuation of North Texas gets underway this weekend due to spring break, its timing is just perfect. With Daylight Saving Time starting at 2 a.m. on Sunday, the “loss” of an hour won’t be so very hard to bear for those on holiday.On the other hand, those trying to adjust their circadian clock to the time change will just try to bravely make the best of it. … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: Daylight Saving Times Springs Forward Sunday
Three Area Non-Profits Are Lunchtime TGIF Fundraising This Week
The area restaurant business may be a wee bit off this Friday around noontime. The reason is there are three big fundraiser luncheons. Each of them is boasting some well knowns on the roster.Across town at St. Philip’s School and Community Center’s Snyder Activity Center, Alex “A-Rod” Rodriguez will be chatting on stage with former National Baseball Hall of Fame … [Read more...] about Three Area Non-Profits Are Lunchtime TGIF Fundraising This Week
Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Recalls Days Of The Past And The Years Since Then
Back in 1929 things were really happening. The stock market cratered and The Great Depression engulfed the world in an economic crisis that lasted for years. The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre took place in Chicago. The first Academy Awards were presented at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. The Museum of Modern Art opened to the public in New York City. Born in that year were … [Read more...] about Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Recalls Days Of The Past And The Years Since Then
Approaching Frigid Temps Provide The Perfect Time For Souping Up And Dumping Pills
Thursday’s Soups On! Luncheon at the Anatole could not be better planned. Sure, those wonderful weather guessers are almost giddy over the fact that the temperatures just might be hitting the upper 60s on Friday.But, alas, overnight a wall of cold air is going to be collapsing on North Texas. Starting Saturday those numbers will drop nearly 40 degrees hitting way below … [Read more...] about Approaching Frigid Temps Provide The Perfect Time For Souping Up And Dumping Pills
It’s Time To Cookie Up For Girl Scouts Of Northeast Texas
Dump the plans to diet. Sure, the holidays may have inched up the waistlines, but there are always Spanx to save those sugary sins.Prepare yourselves for chomping down cookies in honor of the Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas. On Friday, January 11, the annual Girl Scout cookie sell-ethon will be underway until Sunday, February 24.And while there will be the … [Read more...] about It’s Time To Cookie Up For Girl Scouts Of Northeast Texas