Making a lasting impact, one homeless child at a time By Alicia Wanek It can be difficult for a homeless child to imagine their own future, especially when their current priorities are a place to sleep and food to eat. At Rainbow Days, the goal is for the over 600 children…
Texas Legends give back to our local community Not only are Texas Legends games a great family activity, but they also showcase the organization’s focus on serving the community. Here are some highlights from last season: 1. CAR GIVEAWAY! This is a tradition (of many Legends traditions, as you’ll see) unlike…
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…
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…
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…
Benefiting the children’s charities of the Dirk Nowitzki Foundation and Heroes Foundation Friday, June 8, 2018, at 7 p.m. (pre-game 6:30) Dr Pepper Ballpark 7300 RoughRiders Trail, Frisco, TX 75034 5 p.m. – The Heroes Special Olympics All-Star Softball Game 7 p.m. – DIRK NOWITZKI’S 2018 HEROES CELEBRITY BASEBALL GAME and FIREWORKS…
Allen, Texas (March 27, 2018) – Watters Creek at Montgomery Farm is teaming up with local dog rescue organizations to host “Peace, Love, and Paws” adoption event on Saturday, April 28 from 1 – 5 p.m. on The Green. The event will feature multiple dog rescue groups with pets available for adoption including: Crossed…
Ronald McDonald House of Dallas (RMHD) will host the “Under the Moonlight” Gala presented by LiquidAgents at The Pavilion at the Belo Mansion on Saturday, April 7 from 6:30 p.m. to midnight. The honorary chairs for this year’s benefit are Susan and David Rosenberg, while Christine Cook and Cecilie Holman…