By Deb Silverthorn The Team Jack Foundation scored a touchdown at Plano’s Clark Field and Plano Sports Authority (PSA) II when more than 350 children and adults participated in the Second Annual Team Jack Trifecta chaired by New England Patriots running back Rex Burkhead. The day-long festivities of sports and…
Ingredients: 2 c. all-purpose flour 1/3 c. granulated white sugar 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 c. (1 stick) unsalted butter, cold 1/2 c. heavy whipping cream, cold 3 tsp. vanilla extract 1 c. powdered sugar 1 1/2 tbsp. milk Instructions: Preheat the oven to 375…
Ingredients: 3 eggs 1/2 c. flour 1/2 c. milk 1 tbsp. sugar 4 tbsp. butter pinch of nutmeg Directions: Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Combine eggs, flour, sugar and nutmeg. Blend together while adding the milk. Place butter in a heavy oven-safe skillet and place in oven. As soon as…
How one mom took her greatest pain and turned it into her life message BY KARYN BRODSKY When it comes to the death of a loved one, the loss of a child is possibly the most devastating. If one of the hardest parts of losing a child is living every…
On National Bike to Work Day, May 18, Dallas Area Rapid Transit is encouraging North Texans to leave their car at home, and instead, ride their bike to the nearest DART Rail Station or bus stop. On your way, stop by any of several “Energizer Stations” from 7-9 a.m. at…
If you think it’s too late, think again By Deborah Dobbs, M.A. / Contributor It was February 2006, the week before I delivered my daughter. I was enjoying lunch with my father at Lavendou Bistro, my favorite place. I remember savoring every morsel, as if it was my last meal. I…
Last August, the Collin College Board of Trustees passed a new residential homestead exemption. This is the first year that qualifying Collin County homeowners will benefit from a reduction in taxes from the exemption. The exemption is equal to the greater of $5,000 or a one percent exemption of the…
Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) is your ally in making North Texas more environmentally friendly. While transit is eco-friendly by nature – taking cars off our congested roadways and reducing harmful greenhouse and air pollutant gases that contribute to air quality problems – DART takes every measure to ensure its…
By Alicia Wanek When it comes to getting kids off to college, the parents and students are usually thinking about very different ways to prepare. Your students are likely thinking about decorating their dorm rooms, getting a good schedule, sorority or fraternity rush, and finding the best places to eat…