Archive for the ‘Community Feature’ Category
Community Contribution by Gabriela Kovacic Many of you may recall the much publicized story of Minelli the goat, Judy the Great Dane, and Lucky the tripod Lab. Judy and Minelli left their home in Garland, were found resting in a flower bed, rescued, taken in at East Lake Pet Orphange, then the commotion ensued when [...]
Community Contribution As gas prices continue to frustrate consumers in this economy, some people have decided to try a “greener” approach not only to better the economy but also the environment. Colin Stanley, an architect on the Design Applications team at Corgan Associates Inc. and a resident of the Casa Linda area, accepted the challenge [...]
Community Contribution by Debbie Hutchison When friends and parishioners of St. Pius X gather Saturday it might look like a giant family reunion. In a way, that’s exactly what it will be because they come together as a family to celebrate two milestones in the life of a man who was pastor to them for [...]
By Bruce Felps Weekend web-perusals turned up an East Dallas gem stored at Texas Archive of the Moving Image, found by way of Unfair Park. The three-minute video, shot by one-time East Dallas resident Blaine Dunlap and titled “East Dallas, Summer, 1974,” focuses on a then-elderly resident named Florence Mayfield.
By Bruce Felps Some things in life happen and you instantly know, “Oh, that can’t be good.” A few days ago, the postal person made a special delivery to my house, one that required a signature, and he did so with a look of pity in his eyes. I received a certified letter from the [...]
By Laurie Grace Resolutions for a new year? Now? Well, yes, I’ve had a birthday in the past week. Many people make resolutions on Jan. 1 each year but I find doing so on my special day seems more fitting. During the past few years, this has become a birthday ritual for me. This year, [...]
By Bruce Felps Exactly one week ago to the holiday we have the final, promise, look at East Dallas neighborhood Fourth of July parades. This one comes courtesy of the Little Forest Hills Neighborhood Association and its community-property co-presidents — yes, they’re married — Max and Denise Davis, thank you very much. Enjoy the photo gallery. We’ll [...]
By Bruce Felps Karma might be a bitch but she also comes with a wicked sense of humor. After wrapping up Friday’s work day I decided to chip in to the care and feeding of two dogs — a pair of chow-mix canines, the male black and the female light brown — referenced the day’s final posting. [...]
Community Contribution Following a rich tradition, the Lake Highlands community put on its annual 4th of July Neighborhood Parade, and this year’s edition was bigger and better than ever. The 45-minute long parade featured floats and entries from area local businesses, neighborhood associations, and Lake Highlands High School cheerleaders, Highlandettes, and Wranglers. In keeping with [...]
By Bruce Felps Our final look at this year’s Lakewood Fourth of July Parade comes courtesy of Woodrow all-alum Kyle Rains. As an added one-time bonus, a few photos from a neighborhood fireworks watching party also made it into the mix. Until next year, enjoy. Thanks to Kyle Rains who snapped all the photos.
