Big Tex’s iconic size-96 Lucchese cowboy boots have left Texas for only the second time in their history to be featured in the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s upcoming exhibition State Fairs: Growing American Craft, opening August 22, 2025, at its Renwick Gallery. The yearlong exhibition runs through September 7, 2026. Standing…
By Family Features | Contributor No matter where your summer plans take you, make sure you’re equipped with the knowledge and tools you need for safe, fun days in the sun. Keep a First Aid Kit on Hand Having basic first aid supplies handy lets you take care of minor…
By Family Features | Contributor Sharing a meal offers far more than a full stomach; the benefits of eating together extend well beyond the dinner table. In the “2025 World Happiness Report,” evidence shows that sharing meals has a substantial impact on an individual’s well-being. Those who regularly eat with…
By GLF Editors In a major step toward transforming Fair Park and advancing the Community Park in South Dallas, Fair Park First announced a $3 million appropriation from the State of Texas. This powerful investment — secured during the 2025 Legislative Session and led by Representative Venton Jones and Senator…
By Family Features | Contributor When someone you know loses a loved one, finding the right words can be difficult. A bit of compassion goes a long way and knowing the right thing to say matters. According to funeral professionals who guide families through loss daily, the approach matters. Here…
By Danielle Shermer | Contributor The four-time Broadway World Dallas and multiple Column Award-winning NTPA Repertory Theatre announced the cast of its upcoming summer production of Footloose, opening August 1st in the Rodenbaugh Theatre at the Willow Bend Center of the Arts, 6121 W. Park Blvd, in Plano, Texas. This high-energy production concludes…
By Anna Clare Payne | Contributor The 2025 Chi Omega Christmas Market Co-Chairs Karen Hunt, Debbie Lang and Nancy Woodall recently revealed the beneficiaries of the 48th annual Chi Omega Christmas Market (COCM), which will be held September 24-27, 2025, at Dallas Market Hall. COCM will grant critical funding for beneficiaries in key focus areas…
By Family Features | Contributor Schedules filling up with events and celebrations, vacation planning in full effect and mile-high to-do lists can only mean one thing: summer is in full swing. While summer brings plenty of fun, it can also lead to feeling disorganized and overwhelmed without the structure of…
By Mercedes Korngut / Small Bits of Happiness Many of us struggle with falling asleep from time to time. The stress or chaos from our day can make it difficult to unwind. However, when we take a moment to think positive thoughts before going to sleep, we sleep better and…