Welcoming a packed house to the 14th annual Day at the Races at Turtle Creek Park, the Event Co-Chair and regional president for presenting sponsor Truist bank, Christian Corts, was sounding pretty confident about the outcome of the 2022 Kentucky Derby horse race. "Good luck — especially those of you who bet on Epicenter," Christian told the crowd of 120 at the … [Read more...] about Day At The Races Had Southern Spirit, Colorful Outfits — And A Surprising Outcome
Ann Whitley Wood
Friends Of Katy Trail’s Spring Support Campaign Goes The Extra Mile In Meeting Its Goal
Leave it to the Friends of Katy Trail to exceed expectations. For its 25th year of providing one of the outdoor treasures of North Texas, Spring Support Campaign Honorary Co-Chairs Lizzie and Dan Routman had set their sights on a goal of $100,000. Well, they didn’t just do it… they and hundreds of Katy Trail-loving supporters hauled in $170,000. According to Friends of the … [Read more...] about Friends Of Katy Trail’s Spring Support Campaign Goes The Extra Mile In Meeting Its Goal
Friends Of Katy Trail Announces Outgoing And New Board Members And Other News
It’s that time of year when there is a changing of the guard of board members and the latest to report is the Friends of the Katy Trail. Replacing outgoing members Haylee Hall, Troy Daniel, JB Hayes and past Board Chair Charlie Shufeldt are Usua Amanam, Dan Chesnut, Amanda Lockhart, Ray Washburne and Peggy Zilbermann. According to Board President Eric Paulson, … [Read more...] about Friends Of Katy Trail Announces Outgoing And New Board Members And Other News
Friends Of The Katy Trail Ends The Week With Over The Top News And Plans To Run Ahead
Good news on a Friday is like a delicious dessert following a yummy entree or a mint on the pillow for sweet dreams. So the Friends of the Katy Trail is providing just that with news about its Spring Support Campaign. Of course, with Gwen and Doug Parker serving as honorary co-chairs, how could you miss you goal of $100,000 for the Katy Trail operations expenses? Well, … [Read more...] about Friends Of The Katy Trail Ends The Week With Over The Top News And Plans To Run Ahead
Katy Trail Spring Support Campaign Is A Family Affair For Gwen and Doug Parker Thanks To Mama Bobbie And Her Daisy
After being the oasis for those in need of an out-and-about during the pandemic and the arrival of user-friendly weather, the Katy Trail has only grown in its popularity for walkers, joggers, strollers, cyclist and pooches. But the well-being of the Trail doesn't come by it naturally. There's a lot of behind-the-scenes nurturing and maintenance to "offer a safe, free and … [Read more...] about Katy Trail Spring Support Campaign Is A Family Affair For Gwen and Doug Parker Thanks To Mama Bobbie And Her Daisy
JUST IN: Amy Bean And Eric Paulson Assume New Leadership Positions At Friends Of The Katy Trail
Some staff and board leadership changes over at Friends Of The Katy Trail have just been announced. Dallas native Amy Bean has been named the organization’s executive director. Having earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas and a Master’s of Public Policy from the Harvard Kennedy School, her resume includes the Center for Women and Enterprise in Boston, … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Amy Bean And Eric Paulson Assume New Leadership Positions At Friends Of The Katy Trail
Friends Of Katy Trail Jogs Past Its $8M Campaign To Complete The Katy Trail Goal
It’s a beautiful day to get away from the computer and take a long walk. Like showgirls, the area trees are standouts with their fall wardrobe of colors. The air is just the right temperature. And the perfect spot to take it all in is the Katy Trail. Not only is it spectacular, it’s the focus of a completion. The Friends of the Katy Trail not only achieved the Campaign to … [Read more...] about Friends Of Katy Trail Jogs Past Its $8M Campaign To Complete The Katy Trail Goal
MySweetEssential: Katy Trail
According to Friends Of Katy Trail Board Of Directors President Charlie Shufeldt, Thank you for the opportunity to tell you why we believe our Katy Trail capital campaign is essential to the well-being of Dallas, now and in the future. For over 20 years, since the time the discarded Katy railroad line became a linear park, the Katy Trail has been an essential green … [Read more...] about MySweetEssential: Katy Trail
The Katy Trail’s Capital Campaign Enters Its Public Phase To Cross Its $8M Finish Line
While the Katy Trail has been the spot for walking, running and cycling for years, the arrival of COVID-19 since March has turned it into the most popular place to shake off the anxieties of the day. Even before the virus changed our way of life, the Trail was having more than 1M users annually. Since March that usage has increased 20%. Luckily, the Friends of the Katy … [Read more...] about The Katy Trail’s Capital Campaign Enters Its Public Phase To Cross Its $8M Finish Line