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The Summer Sweltering Of 2018 Already Has North Texas Sweating

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It may be the last day of May, but it’s hot as… August. In fact the temperatures are soaring to such heights that one person described their swimming pool feeling like a warm bath tub. As bad as the rising temperatures are, they’re only worse with humidity resulting in heat index. Think of it as the opposite of winter’s wind chill. Weather wizards are even suggesting that … [Read more...] about The Summer Sweltering Of 2018 Already Has North Texas Sweating

Kevin Hurst Provides A Firsthand Look On How North Texans Are Pulling Together Following Recent Tornadic Devastation And How To Help

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With spring weather sporadically tearing up families and homes, its devastation only provides a rallying point for both friends and strangers to help the healing process. Following the recent onslaught of tornadic activities on Saturday, April 29, Neiman Marcus Director of Charitable Giving and Associate Volunteerism Kevin Hurst was able to see firsthand the ruination and the … [Read more...] about Kevin Hurst Provides A Firsthand Look On How North Texans Are Pulling Together Following Recent Tornadic Devastation And How To Help

North Texas Giving Day Booster: American Red Cross

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“’Tex’ never thought he’d be a disaster victim. But when a tornado tore his home apart this past spring leaving him badly injured, he was grateful to the Red Cross for providing safe shelter, hot meals, blankets and supplies for his family. “As a former commanding officer in the United States Navy, I can’t count how many service members I stood with as I handed them an … [Read more...] about North Texas Giving Day Booster: American Red Cross

Could-We-Use-The-Help-And-How: American Red Cross

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"As a disaster relief agency that responds to someone’s worst day 24/7/365, we live and breathe by volunteers. Lucky for us, we have a good roster of committed people who willingly get out of bed in the middle of the night to respond to home fires, tornadoes or work around the clock in hurricane evacuation shelters. But the reality is this, the Red Cross needs more volunteers. … [Read more...] about Could-We-Use-The-Help-And-How: American Red Cross

Billie Leigh Rippey And Her Tiffany Circle Ranked #1 In The American Red Cross World

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It's extremely pleasing when Dallas folks score a numero uno place nationally. And that's exactly what the Dallas-Area Chapter Tiffany Circle of the American Red Cross did when they attended the annual Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C. Honorary Chair Billie Leigh Rippey (pictured in red with, from the left, Cathy Keating, Anne Compton and Tricia Besing) and her entourage … [Read more...] about Billie Leigh Rippey And Her Tiffany Circle Ranked #1 In The American Red Cross World