Maggie’s House staffer: “Alcoholism is the best thing that ever happened to me”
SOBER SOLUTION Ainsley David was powerless over alcohol and her life had become unmanageable. She hadn’t finished school at Appalachian State University in North…
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On the cover: Aldredge House
The Aldredge House is one of the gems of Swiss Avenue, with historically accurate furniture and finishes highlighting the best of the historic district…
How sexism led Lakewood women to secede from a neighborhood Facebook group
Advocate: For some, our neighborhood’s Facebook group “Lakewood, Dallas” is a great place for a laugh, to get vacation recommendations or to have a…
An inspiring story of a mother and daughter who defend foster kids in the courtroom
CASA provides volunteers with 30 hours of training, support and guidance as family courts assign them a case to follow. Volunteers learn about state…
Get to know Melissa Kingston
This attorney and advocate strives to make a difference The interview with Melissa Kingston has barely begun when the door to Mudsmith swings open…
Deep Ellum women kicking their way into the boys club
In the early 1990s, White Rock resident Sharon Flatte was an eager young artist. Accompanied by an inked-up guy (her human portfolio, if you…
‘Ride like cowboys and pray like saints’ — St. Matthew’s journey to East Dallas
St. Matthew’s Cathedral houses history, culture, solemnity and celebration in East Dallas, but the Episcopal Diocese wasn’t always located in our neighborhood. From Prussian…
Neighborhood start-ups: Robot lawn-mower, on-demand storage and utilities made easy
Neighborhood disruptors Technology changes the way we communicate, travel and live, making the most difficult tasks almost enjoyable. East Dallas neighbors, no strangers to…
This ‘treehouse’ and Airstream will knock you out – and they are for rent
Little Forest thrills Little Forest Hills is known for being one of the funkiest neighborhoods in Dallas, and thanks to the growth of short-term…
The Zeke apartments, named for Ezekiel Elliot, will likely will get a pass
Did you catch that name? In 2016 the Dallas Cowboys drafted running back Ezekiel Elliott, “Zeke” to fans. The rookie represented hope for a…
Past & Present: Shopping in Lakewood
While some things change, others stay the same. In 1974, the corner of Abrams and Gaston was home to Harrell’s drug store, Centennial Liquor, a…
Chris Evetts made it his mission to breathe new life into Woodrow’s school band
Joyful noise It was a Friday night in 2011 when Woodrow Wilson High School faced Highland Park High School in a playoff football game….
