As if it wasn’t chilly enough, the weather predictors are claiming that 2017 is going to repeat 2016's cold shoulder departure. The good news is that ice is not a major part of the equation. Still, if drizzle and a wintry mix does pop up, it just may freeze resulting in slip-and-slide conditions. Hopefully, electricity won’t be compromised. Luckily, Oncor and TxDot are already … [Read more...] about A Gentle Reminder: Be Prepared As 2017 Chills Out
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Now Is The Time To Rise And Shine
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
Celebrate Old Glory At Flag Pole Hill Park Wednesday Evening
Wednesday is Flag Day. It’s not a holiday. The banks will be open. Courts will be in session. The mail will be delivered. It’s really not a big deal. That is, unless you’ve ever suffered traumatic loss representing the flag. Then it’s a really big personal deal.So, if you’re already in the stage of summer doldrums or would just like to be part of a patriotic gathering … [Read more...] about Celebrate Old Glory At Flag Pole Hill Park Wednesday Evening
Louise Herrington School of Nursing’s Going for Gold Gala Raised Funds For Scholarships With TV Producer Derek Haas Keynoting
In this world of high technology and ever-changing development in the health care world, the mainstay of the medical world is the legion of nurses who daily provide the personal and professional care so needed by patients. Needless to say, their education and training doesn’t come cheap. That is why the 6th Annual Going For Gold Gala’s “Coming Together To Make A Difference” … [Read more...] about Louise Herrington School of Nursing’s Going for Gold Gala Raised Funds For Scholarships With TV Producer Derek Haas Keynoting
The 2017 Crystal Charity Ball Bus Tour Of The Eight Beneficiaries Resulted In Flowers, Tears And Inspiration For The $5.8M Goal
Like many nonprofits, there comes a once-a-year decision of how the raised funds will be distributed. For 65 years, Crystal Charity Ball has had that come-to moment for the Dallas area children’s nonprofits. To think. There are grown-ups who have survived devastating diseases and overcome miserable home lives and then have had amazing lives, thanks to the committee of 100 … [Read more...] about The 2017 Crystal Charity Ball Bus Tour Of The Eight Beneficiaries Resulted In Flowers, Tears And Inspiration For The $5.8M Goal
JUST IN: Sons Of The Flag Endowment For Burn Care Supplies Is Established At Parkland Health And Hospital System
Over the years Parkland Health and Hospital has become renowned for being the only adult and pediatric center in North Texas verified by the American Burn Association. In addition to its reputation for its specialized treatments, it has provided it for those who are uninsured.Yesterday afternoon, the Sons of the Flag established the Sons of the Flag Endowment for Burn Care … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Sons Of The Flag Endowment For Burn Care Supplies Is Established At Parkland Health And Hospital System
Following Oakland’s Ghost Ship Tragedy, Dallas County Fire Marshals’ Clamping Down On Codes May Seem Justified
There have been recent grumblings among the media and party venues about the Dallas County Fire Marshal’s Office clamping down on arrangements. Especially feeling the pinch of the ramped-up of regulation enforcement is the art community that has become a lively part of the North Texas scene with pop-up galleries and events. At a community meeting in July. Mini-Gallery's Lara … [Read more...] about Following Oakland’s Ghost Ship Tragedy, Dallas County Fire Marshals’ Clamping Down On Codes May Seem Justified
Helping Our Heroes Commemorates 9/11 By Celebrating And Raising Funds For Those In The Military And First Responders
While some folks took time to recall 15 years ago on September 11 when two planes destroyed the Twin Towers, one plane flew into the Pentagon and still another plane missed its target thanks to strangers on board, the Helping Our Heroes organization used the occasion to raise funds for those in the military and first responders who have made incredible sacrifices. Here's a … [Read more...] about Helping Our Heroes Commemorates 9/11 By Celebrating And Raising Funds For Those In The Military And First Responders
North Texans Discover A Devastated Landscape And Neighbors In Need
Last night Dallas took it on the chin with Rowlett, Garland, DeSoto and Collin County really taking the brunt of the tornadic storms. While the weather guessers and emergency sirens did an excellent job warning people to take cover, such conditions were truly overwhelming. As most in the North Texas area were spared, thousands discovered the brutality and cruelty of nature’s … [Read more...] about North Texans Discover A Devastated Landscape And Neighbors In Need
Entrepreneurs For North Texas Brought Out Countless Volunteers And Vets For Freedom Day To Improve Great Trinity Forest
Nearly 1,000 volunteers commemorated 9/11 by giving time and efforts as part of Entrepreneurs for North Texas Freedom Day. Friday, September 11, started off with an opening ceremony at Texas Horse Park with Carry The Load Clint Bruce giving the keynote address.From 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. they concentrated their improving Great Trinity Forest acreage by “building accessible … [Read more...] about Entrepreneurs For North Texas Brought Out Countless Volunteers And Vets For Freedom Day To Improve Great Trinity Forest
North Texas Brainiacs Could Save The Day And Lives
With all the talent and funding in North Texas, could someone please create a program that will alert people when a child/elderly person/pet is in a car in sweltering temps or frigid weather?And while those high-techie types are being amazingly brilliant, could they develop a software for vehicles and/or cellphones that warn when an emergency vehicle is in the area? Too … [Read more...] about North Texas Brainiacs Could Save The Day And Lives