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Goodwill’s The Lunch Attracts A Power Crowd — And Lyle Lovett — To The Omni Dallas

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Few nonprofits do more for North Texans with disabilities and disadvantages than Goodwill Industries of Dallas Inc. The organization, after all, placed more than 1,500 of them in jobs last year, while also gathering and processing 20,000 tons of "stuff" for consumers at its 18 donation centers. That may be why the group's 2019 fundraiser called The Lunch on Tuesday, October 1, … [Read more...] about Goodwill’s The Lunch Attracts A Power Crowd — And Lyle Lovett — To The Omni Dallas

Goodwill Dallas Leadership And Supporters Celebrate Tim Heis’ New Role As President/CEO

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Tim Heis was the man of the hour on Thursday, September 12, at the Dallas Country Club. Goodwill Dallas’ new president/CEO was being congratulated on his new position by Goodwill Dallas Board Chair Don Berg, Board VP Larry Helm with his wife Kathy Helm, David Miller, Diane and John Scovell, Bob Williams, Laura Lodwick, Bob Ferguson, Jim Johnston, Rich Enthoven, Fred Ball, Lea … [Read more...] about Goodwill Dallas Leadership And Supporters Celebrate Tim Heis’ New Role As President/CEO

Former NM Exec Tim Heis To Succeed Retiring Goodwill Industries Of Dallas CEO/President Rod Ginther

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For nearly 40 years, Rodney Ginther had led Goodwill Industries of Dallas Inc. When he started, the nonprofit had eight retail stores and was placing 224 individuals with disabilities and disadvantaged conditions annually. Its assets were $2.4M. This past year, Rod’s efforts have paid off to the tune of 18 retail stores with 1,522 individuals being placed in jobs and assets of … [Read more...] about Former NM Exec Tim Heis To Succeed Retiring Goodwill Industries Of Dallas CEO/President Rod Ginther

Lyle Lovett And His Large Band Return To Warmer Conditions For CitySquare’s “2012 A Night To Remember”

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Last time Lyle Lovett and His Large Band was seen in these parts was the chilly outdoor concert at the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge gala in March. While he admitted that performing at the bridge opening was a first, he probably found CitySquare's "2012 A Night to Remember" on September 7 at the Majestic was not as windy or cold.Following last year's fundraiser with Jay Leno, Event … [Read more...] about Lyle Lovett And His Large Band Return To Warmer Conditions For CitySquare’s “2012 A Night To Remember”

Lyle Lovett Is Returning To Dallas For CitySquare’s “A Night To Remember” At The Majestic

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If you weren't able to see and hear Lyle Lovett's warming the hearts of thousands at the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge gala opening in March, you're in luck. Why you're in luck if you were on the bridge that night and want an encore without the chill. The bushy-haired Texas musician and his Large Band will be at the Majestic Theatre on Friday, September 7, for CitySquare's … [Read more...] about Lyle Lovett Is Returning To Dallas For CitySquare’s “A Night To Remember” At The Majestic

Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge Celebrants Had A High Old Time Despite Low Temperatures And Gusty Breezes

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Despite the fact that Lady Luck was throwing a couple of curve balls at the organizers of the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge Celebration for the March 2 fundraiser, Event Chair Lynn McBee was not deterred. First there was the weather forecast's grizzly conditions of thunderstorms and rain. Then there was the decision by people with fancy titles and in uniforms declaring that the … [Read more...] about Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge Celebrants Had A High Old Time Despite Low Temperatures And Gusty Breezes

Tips For Partying At Friday’s Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge Celebration Gala

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The plans are in place for the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge Celebration to take place on the MHHB Friday. As Event Chair Lynn McBee put it this morning, "We are rolling and all is going to be superb!"But this is not going to be like events at the Hilton Anatole or Brook Hollow. Translation: What makes it special and a little challenging is that it's never been done before, so we … [Read more...] about Tips For Partying At Friday’s Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge Celebration Gala

Despite Delayed Opening, The Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge Partying Is Still On For March 2-4

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Okay, so the city mothers and fathers and TXDOT have decided that all the finishing touches aren't quite up to snuff for traffic to start on March 5. They're now talking about a March 29 opening.Ah, but what's a delay of a couple of weeks after waiting years for it to get up and going?But the party planners are rip and rearing to get the celebration started. Think baby shower … [Read more...] about Despite Delayed Opening, The Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge Partying Is Still On For March 2-4

Lyle Lovett Releases “Release Me!” Just A Couple Of Days Before Headlining Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge Celebration

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It's a little more two weeks until from the March 3 and 4 official opening festivities for the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge. The weekend is going to be jam-packed with activities open to the public. What is going to help pay for all the street fair, fireworks, local entertainment and fun will be monies raised from the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge Celebration Party on Friday, March 2, … [Read more...] about Lyle Lovett Releases “Release Me!” Just A Couple Of Days Before Headlining Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge Celebration