With paid parental leave, it’s a new day in DeSoto and in Texas
- Written by Candice Quarles Candice Quarles
- Category: Local News Local News
- Published: 23 May 2019 23 May 2019
DeSoto, TX - It gives me such great pride to say that as of last month, DeSoto is the first city in North Texas to guarantee paid parental leave for city employees. It was a long road to get here. When I first brought this matter to the city council’s attention in 2017, I knew it was a pretty progressive initiative.
Texans Winning Big in Latest Multi-State Lottery Drawings
- Written by NBCdfw NBCdfw
- Category: Local News Local News
- Published: 23 May 2019 23 May 2019
Cedar Hill, TX - Two Texans took home major prizes in recent multi-state lottery drawings. According to the Texas Lottery, a $1 million prize was won by a Cedar Hill resident during a May 11 Powerball drawing and an Austin resident won $5 million in Tuesday's Mega Millions drawing.
Costco Duncanville hosting community blood drive near you - May 24
Duncanville, TX - One of the main reasons cited for not giving blood is that many others are doing it and my donation is not needed. This is far from the truth in north Texas. According to Carter BloodCare, when it comes to giving blood at a hometown drive, there is almost always room for more.
2 dead, 2 injured after crash in Van Zandt County; multiple passengers not wearing seatbelts
- Written by Patrick Cunningham Patrick Cunningham
- Category: Local News Local News
- Published: 22 May 2019 22 May 2019
Van Zandt County, TX - Two people are dead and two are in critical condition after a crash in Van Zandt County Sunday afternoon, according to DPS officials. Just before 4:30 p.m., Susan Sherrard, 66, of Mabank was traveling south on HWY 198 when her car went off the ride side of the road. It is unknown why she lost control.
Disney's The Little Mermaid - June 21-23, 28-29
- Written by Love Your City Theater Love Your City Theater
- Category: Events Events
- Published: 22 May 2019 22 May 2019
Cedar Hill, TX - Venture under the sea where Ariel, a free-spirited mermaid princess, longs to be part of the human world. After bravely striking a bargain with Ursula, a sneaky sea witch, Ariel embarks on the adventure of a lifetime.
Ovilla tutoring facility suffers fire seven months after flood
- Written by Ashley Ford Ashley Ford
- Category: Local News Local News
- Published: 21 May 2019 21 May 2019
Red Oak, TX - Tragedy has struck twice for a local tutoring facility — this time amid the standardized testing season. Torrential rains in late September 2018 collapsed the ceiling of the Teachers Who Tutor facility in Ovilla.
The Next Free Fourth Friday Concert features OUR MUSIC presented by Lyric Stage
- Written by DeSoto Corner Theatre DeSoto Corner Theatre
- Category: Events Events
- Published: 21 May 2019 21 May 2019
DeSoto, TX - Join us at the Corner Theatre on 5-24 for the next free Fourth Friday Concert - OUR MUSIC presented by Lyric Stage.
A Self-Taught Baker Is Creating Phenomenal Sweets (Some Vegan!) in DeSoto
- Written by Dalila Thomas Dalila Thomas
- Category: Grow DeSoto Market Place Grow DeSoto Market Place
- Published: 20 May 2019 20 May 2019
DeSoto, TX - Quality over quantity. That’s a phrase we’ve all heard time and time again. However, when it comes to dessert, who truly wants to compromise?
Lancaster Market
- Written by City of Lancaster City of Lancaster
- Category: Events Events
- Published: 20 May 2019 20 May 2019
Lancaster, TX - Searching for Memorial Day weekend plans ? Join us for the Lancaster Market this Saturday May 25th at the Lancaster Historic Town Square from 9am to 2pm! Additional dates are June 8th, July 13, August 10, and September 14.
Cedar Hill's Penn Family Pastimes - May 27
- Written by City of Cedar Hill City of Cedar Hill
- Category: Events Events
- Published: 20 May 2019 20 May 2019
Cedar Hill, TX - Take a step back in time to discover Penn Farm! While strolling through this historic farm, you will hear stories of John W. and Lucinda Penn and their pioneering spirit.
Cedar Hill's Camp Broadway - June 17 - 20
- Written by City of Cedar Hill City of Cedar Hill
- Category: Events Events
- Published: 18 May 2019 18 May 2019
Cedar Hill, TX - Camp Broadway is a week-long day camp that nurtures and develops talent in young actors. Kids will learn the various aspects of stage performance from some of south Dallas’ favorite actors and directors.
Public’s Help Needed Finding Dallas Teenager Missing For 4 Days
Dallas, TX - The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children is asking for help finding a missing teenager. Violet Enriques, 17, was last seen on May 13 in Dallas. Police said she may still be in the Dallas area.
