Stationers, stone engravers and sign makers have been busy replacing longstanding names of buildings, parks and streets. So, one would think it would have become old hat to know that a previously named institution would be “formerly known as.” It appears from this Dallas Arts District page that someone must have skipped that lesson in grammar. Regardless of the … [Read more...] about Oops Alert!: What’s Wrong With This Picture?
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A Passing: Robert “Bob” Miller
For longer than anyone can remember the Highland Park pecan tree stood at the crossroads of Armstrong, Preston Road and Lakeside. It had spent its youth growing in height when the late Margaret Crow and Margaret McDermott were just young gals. Over the decades it had weathered all types of storms, both natural and man-made. In late October the grand tree ended its reign as the … [Read more...] about A Passing: Robert “Bob” Miller
A Passing: Alan Peppard
Sunday North Texas got hit by 70 MPH winds that toppled age-old trees, cut off power for hundreds of thousands and left the area in a state of confusion and loss. Most claimed that they never saw it coming. However, it may be that old Mother Nature was responding to the shock of learning that Alan Peppard had died Saturday night. According to his wife Jennifer Peppard, he … [Read more...] about A Passing: Alan Peppard
We Regret: Dallas Morning News‘ Deborah Fleck Has Retired
There are folks who make a difference with very little fanfare. One of those people has been the Dallas Morning News’ Deborah “Debbie” Fleck, who has been a Jill-of-all trades at the paper. Unlike those who shine on the front page with breaking news headlines, her handiwork was found within the sections of the daily. One of her duties has been the Metro Section’s page 2 … [Read more...] about We Regret: Dallas Morning News‘ Deborah Fleck Has Retired
JUST IN: Uma Thurman To Replace MIA Mandy Moore At New Friends New Life Luncheon
There are times when bad news results in great news. This is one of those times. Remember back in August when it was announced that Mandy Moore would be the keynote speaker for the New Friends New Life 2oth Annual Luncheon on Friday, November 9? Word has just arrived that Mandy won’t be able to be at the podium. Evidently, word has it that “she could in no way get out of … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Uma Thurman To Replace MIA Mandy Moore At New Friends New Life Luncheon
Registrations Open For Free Media Panel For Nonprofits At Brain Performance Institute
It ain’t easy being a non-profit public relations or marketing person nowadays. And there’s a couple of good reasons for that. First, the number of North Texas nonprofits have increased. Second, the number of media outlets have decreased. And those that are still around seem as hard to get a hold of as your internist's cell phone number. And then there’s the problem of … [Read more...] about Registrations Open For Free Media Panel For Nonprofits At Brain Performance Institute
North Texas Food Bank’s 9th Annual Golden Fork Awards Recognized Major Corporations As Well As Hands-On Individuals
Hunger is preventable. Unlike diseases that are researched and solved thanks to lab work, the solution to hunger is found through hands-on efforts by organizations and individuals. Leading the charge locally is the North Texas Food Bank. On Tuesday, November 1, the mega-food provider recognized some unsung heroes at the 9th Annual Golden Fork Awards presentation at its Farmers … [Read more...] about North Texas Food Bank’s 9th Annual Golden Fork Awards Recognized Major Corporations As Well As Hands-On Individuals
Parkland Memorial Hospital Chairman Of The Board Of Managers Debbie Branson To Receive 87th Linz Award
The Dallas Morning News is reporting that the 87th Linz Award will be presented to Debbie Branson at the Omni Dallas Hotel on Wednesday, April 6. In addition to being a fourth-generation attorney and involved in various community efforts (Dallas Women's Foundation, Dallas CASA, UT Dallas Center for Children and Families, etc.), Debbie has served as Parkland Memorial … [Read more...] about Parkland Memorial Hospital Chairman Of The Board Of Managers Debbie Branson To Receive 87th Linz Award
Genesis Annual Luncheon’s Maria Shriver Encouraged Guests To Drop Negative Influences And Strive To Be Themselves
The Genesis Annual Luncheon kicked off the Mother’s Day week festivities a tad bit early. But then it’s never too early to celebrate moms. So, it was no surprise that more than 1,600 high-heeled types included moms and their kiddos (Micki Rawlings and son Gunnar, Lisa Ogle and mom Nina Thornburgh, Marianne Staubach and her daughters, Nancy Ann Hunt and daughter Ashlee Kleinert … [Read more...] about Genesis Annual Luncheon’s Maria Shriver Encouraged Guests To Drop Negative Influences And Strive To Be Themselves
Dallas Institute Of Humanities And Culture Teams Up With The Dallas Morning News For “The Dallas Festival Of Ideas”
The Dallas Institute of Humanities and Culture is getting together with The Dallas Morning for “For The City: The Dallas Festival Of Ideas” on Friday, February 27 and Friday, February 28. Yes, there will be musicians and performers, but more! The festival will provide the opportunity for locals and nationally renowned experts like Vishann Chakrabarti, Ta-Nehisi Coates, … [Read more...] about Dallas Institute Of Humanities And Culture Teams Up With The Dallas Morning News For “The Dallas Festival Of Ideas”
Dallas Morning News Business Columnist/Mentor Robert “Bob” Miller Is 90-Years Young Today!
If you have a couple of seconds to spare, drop a “Happy Birthday” note to MySweetCharity’s buddy Robert “Bob” Miller at the Dallas Morning News. He turns 90 years young today. While many know him for his countless columns promoting the area’s nonprofits, hundreds of today’s veteran reporters and editors acknowledge his mentoring them as young journalists through their formative … [Read more...] about Dallas Morning News Business Columnist/Mentor Robert “Bob” Miller Is 90-Years Young Today!