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JUST IN: Dallas Symphony Association Exec Michelle Miller Burns Named Minnesota Orchestra President/CEO

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And the news keeps coming in today. This latest flash comes from Minnesota, but it deals with a change at the Dallas Symphony Orchestra (DSO) administrative offices. Dallas Symphony Association (DSA) Executive VP for Institutional Advancement/ COO Michelle Miller Burns has been named president/CEO of the Minnesota Orchestra replacing Kevin Smith, who will be retiring on Friday, … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Dallas Symphony Association Exec Michelle Miller Burns Named Minnesota Orchestra President/CEO

Lovers Lane Post Office On Greenville Is Shutting Down On Thursday, January 11, And Moving To Its Former Digs Near SMU

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For those who have relied on the post office at Greenville and Lovers Lane, it’s closing. But never fear, it’s setting up shop nearby. Here’s the planned schedule.Thursday, January 11 — Lovers Lane Station closes Friday, January 12 and Saturday, January 13 — The staff moves the operation to its former location at 5606 SMU Boulevard. Sunday, January 14 — Office is … [Read more...] about Lovers Lane Post Office On Greenville Is Shutting Down On Thursday, January 11, And Moving To Its Former Digs Near SMU

Dallas Zoo’s Cat Row Is No Mo With Its Closure And Residents Being Rehomed

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There’s an old wives' tale that bad news is revealed on Friday afternoons. Not is always the case. This afternoon Dallas Zoo’s Lydia Jennings apologized for the late release of the news that the Cat Row in Zoo North would be closing with the residents (ocelots, mountain lions and bobcats) headed to other digs.It seems that the “current exhibit — Cat Row in Zoo North — … [Read more...] about Dallas Zoo’s Cat Row Is No Mo With Its Closure And Residents Being Rehomed

Now Is The Time To Rise And Shine

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For longer than anyone can remember, there's seemed to be a competition between two of Texas’ siblings. The Gulf Coast boasted having one of the largest cities in the nation, the world’s most ginormous oil companies and a shoreline. North Texas laid claim to having more Super Bowl rings, a TV series called “Dallas” and the birthplace of Neiman Marcus. Both have proved to be the … [Read more...] about Now Is The Time To Rise And Shine

An Unfortunate MySweetCharity Opportunity: Hurricane Harvey

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North Texans are certainly no strangers when it comes to Mother Nature throwing fizzy fits. Perhaps that's why they are feeling the pain of those escaping Hurricane Harvey and seeking refuge here. Unfortunately, for some they will have little to return to. For others, they just might decide to stay put here.To help these uprooted folks while they call North Texas home, it … [Read more...] about An Unfortunate MySweetCharity Opportunity: Hurricane Harvey

The Stewpot Alliance Crowd Gathers At Margie And Ray Francis’ Home For Soup’s On! Check Presentation And To Hear About 2018 Lunch Move

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On Thursday, April 27, Soup’s On! Luncheon Honorary Co-Chairs Margie and Ray Francis opened their home for guests like Hank and Barbara Schlachter, Stewpot Alliance board members Zac Evans and Kristine Schwope, Susan and Rob Dillard, Eric and Carla Moore and Carol Adams to hear about the past Stewpot Alliance fundraiser and the upcoming one.It was such a perfect evening … [Read more...] about The Stewpot Alliance Crowd Gathers At Margie And Ray Francis’ Home For Soup’s On! Check Presentation And To Hear About 2018 Lunch Move

JUST IN: Sale Of Wylie Facility Has Equest Packing Its Saddlebags And Consolidating The Equine Therapy Program At Texas Horse Park

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For the next ten days, the Equest folks are going to bustling. While they’ll be tending to the horses and clients, Equest CEO Lili Kellogg reported that they’ll also be packing their stuff. It seems that their Wylie facility has been sold and they’ve got to be out of there by Wednesday, May 31, and calling Texas Horse Park their mane (sorry, about that) home.Dave … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Sale Of Wylie Facility Has Equest Packing Its Saddlebags And Consolidating The Equine Therapy Program At Texas Horse Park

DIFFA Dallas’ 8th Annual Burgers And Burgundy Is Moving To Ron Kirk Pedestrian Bridge On Texas-OU Friday Night

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While most folks believe that Texas-OU weekend closes down everything not Longhorn- or Sooner-related, DIFFA Dallas is planning on testing this theory. Instead of like years past, when the organization held its Burgers and Burgundy outdoor fundraiser at a private estate on a Saturday or Sunday, they set their GPS and daytimer for a different location and day.This year’s … [Read more...] about DIFFA Dallas’ 8th Annual Burgers And Burgundy Is Moving To Ron Kirk Pedestrian Bridge On Texas-OU Friday Night

JUST IN: Developments In The Aftermath Of Dallas Shootings

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Due to last night shootings and the follow-up investigations, the following will take place today:Dallas City Municipal Court, George L. Allen Sr. Civil Courts, Dallas County Administration and Dallas County Records buildings and the Old Red Museum will be closed today and will reopen Monday. The area bordered by Ross Avenue, Houston Street, Jackson and Griffin will be … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Developments In The Aftermath Of Dallas Shootings

Salvation Army Fashion Show And Luncheon Chair D’Andra Simmons Is Moving Fundraiser To A New Venue

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While others are going through various forms of graduations and others are prepping for June weddings, Salvation Army of Dallas-Fort Worth Fashion Show and Luncheon Chair D’Andra Simmons is getting her swans in a row for 2017. She just reported that the annual luncheon/fashion extravaganza isn’t returning to Brook Hollow Golf Club nor to a hotel.Nope! Lady D’A is headed to … [Read more...] about Salvation Army Fashion Show And Luncheon Chair D’Andra Simmons Is Moving Fundraiser To A New Venue