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There Have Been Some Definite Changes To Routines Thanks To The 2021 Snovid

Feb 18, 2021 3:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

There have definitely been some changes to the normal routine ... wait, North Texans haven't had a normal routine since the pandemic messed things up a year ago. But thanks to the addition of this week's blizzard tagged "snovid" in honor of the merger of COVID-19 and the polar vortex, even pandemic routines are requiring adjustments, including the following: Many … [Read more...] about There Have Been Some Definite Changes To Routines Thanks To The 2021 Snovid

Virtual North Texas Activities To Celebrate 2021 Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Jan 15, 2021 3:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Monday’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a national holiday resulting in libraries, brick-and-mortar banks and national, state and local government offices being closed in honor of the civil rights leader who was assassinated 52 years ago. Despite the weather guessers reporting that the weather should be ideal, COVID-19 restrictions have forced the 2021 Dr. Martin Luther King … [Read more...] about Virtual North Texas Activities To Celebrate 2021 Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Friends Of Katy Trail Jogs Past Its $8M Campaign To Complete The Katy Trail Goal

Nov 18, 2020 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

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

JUST IN: Dallas Cancels Saturday’s St. Patrick’s Parade And Festival Due To Coronavirus Concerns

Mar 11, 2020 4:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

If you’re hustling around getting your errands and business along Greenville Avenue done between Blackwell Street and SMU Boulevard because of Saturday's 41st Annual Dallas Mavs St. Patrick’s Parade and Festival , relax. The parade and festival have just been canceled. But it's not because of the weather forecast of rain and showers. The City of Dallas just quashed the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Dallas Cancels Saturday’s St. Patrick’s Parade And Festival Due To Coronavirus Concerns

Big Thought Brought Some Big Types Together To Turn Summer Doldrums Into Opportunities For DISD Students

Jan 18, 2016 11:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

If area big honchos were missing at Al Biernat’s or Salum’s on Monday, December 14, it was a good guess they weren’t at their desks munching on brown bag sandwiches. Nope, they were at The Pump House for a call-to-arms for the salvation of Dallas’ most valued resource — the next generation. OK, so name dropping would prove the importance of the affair. How about Caren … [Read more...] about Big Thought Brought Some Big Types Together To Turn Summer Doldrums Into Opportunities For DISD Students

Queenie Becomes A Bag Hag

Jan 6, 2015 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Elder Elf spied Queenie heading out the door with her Louis Vuitton Leather steamer trunk. He was a little surprised since the old gal had just returned from a junket to Dubai for New Year’s. He asked her, “On another world tour, Ma’am?” She looked annoyed and answered, “No.” Elder was permitted to ask a second question, “Then, where are you taking your … [Read more...] about Queenie Becomes A Bag Hag

Round Robin November 13: Holy Moly! Seven Events In One Day

Dec 2, 2014 11:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

Thursday, November 13 was jam packed all day long. Hmm, seems like every day in November is turning out to be like that. Here’s the report on events from all over the area. Obelisk Awards Luncheon For more than two and a half decades, the Business Council for the Arts has been recognizing North Texas businesses and business leaders who believe in the “transformative power of … [Read more...] about Round Robin November 13: Holy Moly! Seven Events In One Day

City Of Dallas Schedule For Thanksgiving Holidays

Nov 24, 2014 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

With the Thanksgiving holidays just days away, here is a list of City of Dallas facilities’ schedules: City offices — Closed Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28. Libraries – All libraries will close at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, November 26 and remain closed Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28. Parks and Recreation — Recreation centers and administrative … [Read more...] about City Of Dallas Schedule For Thanksgiving Holidays

Moore Park Gateway Pavilion And Amphitheater Will Be Dedicated Thursday Thanks To Vision, Hardwork And Philanthropy

Jun 11, 2013 3:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Summer has definitely moved into the neighborhood, with temperatures flirting with the three-digit range.  The good news is that tornadoes don’t usually hang out in steamy hot weather. The bad news is, neither do a lot of locals. However, thanks to the non-stop work of the City of Dallas, The Trinity Trust Foundation and the Hoblitzelle Foundation, being outdoors in the … [Read more...] about Moore Park Gateway Pavilion And Amphitheater Will Be Dedicated Thursday Thanks To Vision, Hardwork And Philanthropy

Labor Day/César E. Chávez Day Weekend Is Going To Be A Long One For Dallas City Employees

Aug 29, 2012 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Practically everyone from employed to unemployed knows that the first Monday in September is Labor Day, with most everything except retailers closed. However, according to City of Dallas Public Information Officer Jose Torres, it's also César E. Chávez Day. Very interesting. Why? Well, the rest of the country celebrates César E. Chávez Day on March 31, but we evidently do … [Read more...] about Labor Day/César E. Chávez Day Weekend Is Going To Be A Long One For Dallas City Employees

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