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After more than six years of work, organizers and friends of the late Juanita Craft reflect on the impact she had in Dallas and beyond. Her history is open to all.
A brief history of what began as Greenland Hills, a beloved pocket of East Dallas that is celebrating its centennial this fall.
Now known as the National Shrine Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the church has long been a pillar in Dallas’ Hispanic community.
Known for his over-the-top displays, Michael Hamilton has turned his love of all things yuletide into a career.
The district is throwing a yearlong party of events to mark the major milestone.
Investigations
The beloved local bespoke furniture company is facing a wave of fraud accusations. Customers say they’ve lost thousands of dollars. The company claims it suffered a targeted cyberattack. All we know for sure: a lot of furniture is missing.
Earlier this month, the Texas Legislature passed House Bill 567, which would prevent discrimination against someone based on their hairstyle or hair texture.
The Resource Center broke ground last month on Oak Lawn Place, which is set to open in summer 2024.
For the people in the restaurant business, a confidential culture of drug use has become part of many kitchens across the U.S. including ones that are local
The city over the past 10 years has paid more than $1.4 million to compensate for injuries suffered by employees in the residential trash and recycling operation. Roll cart opponents, however, say a recent safety incentive program is working.
People & Profiles
More than 40 years ago, an old cowboy asked a teenaged Steven Parker if he wanted to learn to make cowboy boots. Years later, Parker now owns and operates Morris Boot Co., a handmade custom boot shop, in Fort Worth.
After 12-year-old Patricia Perez and her brother landed at Love Field, her guiding hand was Juanita Craft. Now, decades later, she’s living history as a docent for the Juanita J. Craft Civil Rights House and Museum.
We chatted with the famed interior designer about Dallas, design trends, underrated styles, going bonkers in the foyer, and much more.
Three former soldiers tell us their stories from the war and share what their time in the service meant.
Something bad has happened if you’re seeing Dr. David Persse on TV.
Home & Garden
We chatted with the North Texas native about her large social media following, filming locally, what “no demo” really means, and more.
We chatted with Color Kind Studio founder Jill Elliott about her efforts to create calming, joy-filled spaces through wallpaper design.
Together, Ashkan and Philippa Agahzadeh design calming and minimalist carpets that double as bespoke art for their clients.
For its 25th anniversary, the local nonprofit honored the 25 most meaningful architectural projects from the past 25 years. We talked to two of the winners about the city’s architectural identity and what it could be outside of these places.
Don’t miss the extensive sale, which is open Aug. 31–Sept. 2. It’s a house of memories, full of antiques and oddities from all over the world.
Hot Property
A signature piece for the famed architect, the 1934 home is like a country house in the city.
Built in 1958 as a divorcée’s entertaining house, the Junior Drive home has been lovingly preserved over the years.
The 67-year-old estate was designed by Howard Meyer, one of the first modern architects in Dallas.
NIMMO Architecture designed Outcrop, a series of eight houses, as the showpiece of the newly developed Urban Commons in North Lake Highlands.
Travel & Outdoors
You’ll know you’ve arrived when you see the Statue of Liberty.
From gladiolus to blackberries, these family-friendly spots have it all. Plus, they’re just a short drive from Dallas.
Book a stadium tour and you can uncover the mysteries of Houston’s own ballpark too.
Switch off the screens and take a break from the summer reading—the search is on!
Lifestyle
Dallasite Kristen Wells-Collins’ Black to Lab company encourages kids to pursue STEM careers through beauty industry education.
Marcela Marañon uses her social media platforms to shed light on travelling with disabilities.
Tired of watching her friends deal with the horrors of dating, Brooke Fitzpatrick launched her introductory service, Mosaic Matchmaking, in 2020.
At Krigler, you can design your own scent–for the not so modest cost of a Tesla Model Y. Here’s a look at what you can get for raking out your dough.
A guide for the best shops and stores in neighborhoods throughout the city.
Health & Fitness
I took “Morning Kick” for a week, then talked to a doctor. Here’s what I learned.
I faced one of my biggest fears at the Preston Hollow HIIT studio.
What happens when your shame is just as bad as the coronavirus?
We break down the numbers.
Dr. William Fisher, a former astronaut and father of Fox News Correspondent Kristin Fisher, explains what it’s like in the hospitals, what we learned from the 1918 Spanish flu, and why he’s more afraid to go into work now than he was to go into space.
Arts & Culture
Dallas has plenty of things to do for lovers, friends, and everyone in between.
We talked to co-curator Sarah Schleuning about why you shouldn’t miss out on the Dallas Museum of Art’s showstopping exhibit, which ends September 18.
The city’s charitable social calendar, and the millions of dollars it raises, is not for the faint of heart. Let us help you keep track of the soirees, luncheons, and balls and all the causes they benefit.
Christopher Rothko talks the golden anniversary celebrations, the sanctuary’s future, and his father’s legacy.