Dallas H.O.G. St. Patty’s Day Run rolls out March 11

The Dallas, Texas Chapter of H.O.G. (Harley Owners Group) will hosts its 28th annual St. Patty’s Day Run on Sunday, March 11, 2012. Rain or shine, the scenic ride starts at Hella Shrine Temple, 2121 Rowlett Road in Garland, with registration and the first bike out at 8:30 a.m. The last bike in will be […]

MidSouth Bank: Old fashioned service, modern conveniences

MidSouth Bank: Old fashioned service, modern conveniences

The last time you walked into your bank, did the teller greet you by name? The answer may be yes, but she probably didn’t do so until seeing your name on the deposit slip you handed her. When customers visit MidSouth Bank, they are personally addressed – and usually offered a cup of coffee, too. […]

Hawaiian Falls hosts job fairs to hire 1,000 seasonal workers

Hawaiian Falls offers job opportunities for candidates 15 years of age and older in a safe, value-centered, conservative and exciting atmosphere. There are great opportunities for students, teachers, single parents, extra wage earners, and seniors. Job Fairs will be held: Hawaiian Falls Roanoke 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturday, March 3 4:30 p.m. – 8 […]

Sweetheart Dance at Atrium at Granville Arts Center

Fathers, grandfathers and uncles are invited to treat their little sweetheart to an evening of dinner and dancing Saturday, Feb. 4 at The Atrium at Granville Arts Center, 330 N. Fifth St. in Garland. The daddy/daughter dance event, sponsored by Garland Parks and Recreation, Garland Power and Light, and Sweet and Sassy, will be from 5 […]

‘Dawn’ features enchanting choreography, romantic dinner

‘Dawn’ features enchanting choreography, romantic dinner

Epiphany DanceArts will present a Valentine’s weekend performance of Dawn – A Love Story,  at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 10 and Saturday, Feb. 11 at Granville Arts Center, 300 N. Fifth St. in Garland. Featuring music from Natalie Grant, Mumford & Sons, Etta James and more, Dawn’s “enchanting choreography tells a story in dance about […]

Garland Civic Theatre performs ‘Death by Chocolate’

On stage now at Granville Arts Center (Garland) The Garland Civic Theatre presents “Death by Chocolate” through Feb. 11 at the Granville Arts Center, 300 N. Fifth St. in Garland. In “Death by Chocolate” by Paul Freed, directed by Kyle McClaran, members of the newly renovated Meadowbrook Health Resort are dropping like flies from poisoned chocolate delights […]

Baylor hosts women’s health day across Metroplex

Baylor hosts women’s health day across Metroplex

The Baylor Health Care System will host a free health and wellness day – For Women For Life– from 7:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, Jan. 28 at various locations across the Metroplex.Moms, daughters, and sisters are encouraged to join with girlfriends to take advantage of this once-a-year event that includes health screenings, demos and informative […]

Record growth brings millions in improvements, new jobs to North Texas waterparks

Record growth brings millions in improvements, new jobs to North Texas waterparks

Hawaiian Falls plays Santa Coming off a record-breaking 2011 season, Hawaiian Falls unveiled plans for $6.3 million in expansions at its Roanoke, Garland, The Colony and Mansfield waterparks. The growth has already created 10 new permanent positions and will generate more than 50 seasonal jobs at its four North Texas waterparks. All of this growth […]

Rowlett Stampede brings casino gaming, western flair

Rowlett Stampede brings casino gaming, western flair

The Rowlett Chamber of Commerce is continuing its an annual tradition of fun, live entertainment and gaming as its hosts its 22nd Annual Casino Night this December.  Tickets are on sale and sponsorship opportunities are available for the country and western-themed event, dubbed the “Rowlett Stampede.”  The Major Sponsor for this year’s event is Lake Pointe Medical […]

Winter, star of Dolphin Tale, shares connection with Garland girl

Winter, star of Dolphin Tale, shares connection with Garland girl

Winter has made a big splash since Dolphin Tale opened in theaters. Winter plays herself in the film based on the true story of her rescue and rehabilitation with a prosthetic tail. The bottlenose dolphin lost her tail due to an infection after being caught in a crab trap. I love the movie. Besides a […]