NEWS

UP City Council OKs Contract For Curtis Park Playground Equipment
The University Park City Council March 21 approved a $472,563 contract with Whirlix Design to replace the playground equipment at Curtis Park.
SPORTS

Stammel, Webster Continue Mound Mastery
Highland Park has earned four straight shutouts to start 7-6A play. The hitting has been impressive, but the pitching has been sensational.
REAL ESTATE

Real Talk: Meg Beaird
Preston Hollow resident Meg Beaird, a former pediatric nurse, turned to real estate, becoming an agent 11 years ago.
SCHOOLS

SMU Student Makes Potential Next-Gen Food Freshness Predictor
An SMU graduate student has developed a miniature pH sensor that can tell when food has spoiled in real-time. At only 2 millimeters long and 10 millimeters wide, the flexible pH sensor could fit into existing food packaging, such as plastic wrapping.
SOCIETY

Mahjong for a Mission Raises $66,000+ for DCAC
The Mahjong for a Mission event in February raised more than $66,000 for the Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center.
COMMUNITY

Not Just Dance: Preston of the Park Cities Residents Enjoy a Green Day
Young students from the McLane School of Irish Dance in Richardson came to the senior living community and put on a St. Patrick’s Day performance capable of making those who missed it green with envy.
BUSINESS

Crown Block at Reunion Tower to Open April 17
The steak and seafood spot will feature a sprawling bar scene, 360-degree skyline views, and world class cuisine.
LIFE

Food News: Cowboy Chicken, Curbside BBQ, Cookies, CAVA, and More
Cowboy Chicken has at long last introduced chicken tenders to its menu. Famous for its wood-fired rotisserie chicken, Cowboy Chicken expanded the menu with its new seasoned, hand-breaded, and fried tenders served with house-made sauces such as honey blaze, ranch, BBQ, and honey mustard.
ICYM

HPISD School Board OKs Hiring of New Athletic Director
After approval by the Highland Park ISD board of trustees this week, it’s official; longtime football coach and administrator Rodney Webb will take over as athletic director for Highland Park ISD in July.
ANNOUNCEMENTS

Genesis Castillo-Erik Mendez
Genesis Castillo and Erik Mendez exchanged vows of holy matrimony on January 28, 2023, at the Cathedral Shrine of the