Posts by Joanna England

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    • Joanna, a member of the Fightin' Texas Aggie Class of 2005 (Whoop!), covers Park Cities government. She's obsessed with photography, good food, knitting socks, and tending her zoo, which includes two dogs, two cats, several chickens, and one husband.

  • Highland Belles Honor Squads Named

    Caroline Armistead is this year's "Miss High Kick"

    Caroline Armistead is this year's "Miss High Kick"

    Shannon Harty, director of Highland Park High School’s award-winning Highland Belles drill team recently announced its 2011-2012 honor squads. Recognized for their achievements in dance and kick, a small group of distinguished Belles earn spots on the the Highland Belles’ honor squads for All-American, High Kick Company, and the title Miss High Kick.

    Jump for the names and photos of the High Kick Company and All-American squads. Read More…

    By Joanna England Oct. 26, 2011 | 12:33 pm | 3 Comments | Comments RSS

  • Cheerleaders and Scotsmen Get Dozens to Abandon Diets

    Courtney Reynolds, Chris Smith, Eliza Buell, Bailey Pogue, and Allie Beth Cowan sold the most tickets in their group.

    The Highland Park High School cheerleaders and Scotsmen closed out another successful Hamburger  Supper last Friday night before the school’s homecoming triumph over Rockwall-Heath. Really, who could resist a burger from Jack’s served up by one of these smiling faces?

    The spirit-filled teens want to thank sponsors Allie Beth Allman & Associates, Jack’s Burger House, Plaza Health Foods (hooray for yogurt!), and everyone who bought a ticket. 

    By Joanna England Oct. 26, 2011 | 10:32 am | 1 Comment | Comments RSS

  • Do You Like UPPD? Show Them on Facebook

    Want to scope out breaking news and really grainy photos of criminals? Then “like” the University Park Police Department on Facebook.

    My favorite post is the arty photo of the double-parked police bicycle (above). Seriously, though, UPPD definitely has one-up on the Highland Park DPS. Their Facebook page is the digital equivalent of a ghost town.

    By Joanna England Oct. 24, 2011 | 3:58 pm | No Comments | Comments RSS

  • Does Your Water Taste Funky?

    Larry McDaniel oversees the water filtration plant for PC MUD.

    Stinky water is often a seasonal problem, as lakes turn over and the funky stuff from the bottom of the lake makes it to your house before the folks at Park Cities Municipal Utility District can adjust the filtration system.

    But several park cities residents have reported weird tasting water in the past few days that wasn’t caused by a change at Lake Grapevine. If you were wondering why the water from your taps was less than refreshing, Larry McDaniel at PC MUD says it’s because the water plant is getting ready for the spiffy new filtration system.

    For the full explanation, see McDaniel’s statement after the jump. You’re welcome.

    Read More…

    By Joanna England Oct. 13, 2011 | 4:23 pm | 8 Comments | Comments RSS

  • Catch Dive Chef Francesca Nor at DUO Tomorrow

    Chef and owner of Snider Plaza’s Dive Coastal Cuisine restaurant, Francesca Nor, will host a cooking class at Duo tomorrow. The menu, which is influenced by Nor’s Miami background with a few seasonal touches, features mussels with champagne and chorizo, seared halibut with butternut squash hash, and Bosc pear and blackberry crisp for dessert. Expect light, healthy fare with plenty of flavor without all the fat.

    The class is $65 and starts at 6:30. For more information, contact Duo at 214-884-2979.

    By Joanna England Oct. 11, 2011 | 2:11 pm | No Comments | Comments RSS

  • Back in Black (Which Happens to be Very Slimming)

    After two months of hanging out at home, getting to know my awesome son (pictured, of course!), I’m back at Park Cities People‘s headquarters.

    So,what’d I miss? What was your favorite thing Dan saw fit to print in the last two months? Comments are open.

    By Joanna England Oct. 3, 2011 | 4:09 pm | 3 Comments | Comments RSS

  • Rise And Shine, Park Cities (8-3-11)

    1. Yesterday, Charles provided visual evidence that, yes, it’s really hot outside. While several Park Cities residents abandon our fair burg for cooler climes, the rest of us are hurrying between air-conditioned spaces. If you and your brood want to stay cool on the cheap, head over to NorthPark Center for Andy Mason’s “Folk Rock For Kids” presentation at 10:30 a.m.. And maybe indulge in a little retail therapy to take the edge off the heat, too.

    2. Want to stay even cooler? Tell someone about our openings for fall internships. All the info is right cheer.

    3. And while Friday Fellowship ended all the way back in May, the Highland Park Presbyterian Church knitting fellowship still meets every Friday like clockwork, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Want to learn to knit? These ladies would love to teach you.

    By Joanna England Aug. 3, 2011 | 7:30 am | 3 Comments | Comments RSS

  • Rise And Shine, Park Cities (7-27-11)

    1. Thieves have had the Park Cities in their sights when it comes to stealing the third-row seats and wheels off of GMC SUVs and trucks, but it appears some criminals are becoming even more brazen. In Rockwall, a group targeted an entire dealership, stealing the wheels and tires off of 35 GMC Yukons and pickups. Say you’re due to replace your Yukon or Tahoe — will these thefts keep you from getting the newest version of the ultimate mom-mobile?

    2. Rosemary Rumbley will close out this summer’s Rejebian series tonight with a presentation on My Thoughts Be Bloody, the story of Abraham Lincoln’s assassin John Wilkes Booth and his rivalry with his more accomplished brother, Edwin. As always, Rejebian reviews start at 7 p.m. in Wesley Hall.

    3. It’s never too early to learn how to maximize your chances at getting into your first-choice college. To that end, Highland Park High School is hosting a college application workshop for rising seniors at 8 a.m. Thursday.

    By Joanna England Jul. 27, 2011 | 7:45 am | 1 Comment | Comments RSS

  • Rise And Shine, Park Cities (7-20-11)

    1. It’s not even August and I’m already seeing advertisements for back-to-school sales, and two-a-day practices are about to start picking up. If you’re trying to keep the first day of school from creeping up on you (HINT: It’s August 22), check out HPISD’s calendar. You’re welcome.

    2. Julie Alexander will discuss Thomas E. Alexander’s book Stanley Marcus: The Relentless Reign of a Merchant Prince at tonight’s second-to-last installment of Highland Park United Methodist Church’s summer Rejebian series. The talk starts at 7 p.m. in Wesley Hall.

    3. It’s hot outside, but that doesn’t mean you’re just lounging in the air-conditioned comfort of your home, right? If you’re out and about at your kids’ summer functions, remember to snap a few photos and email them to editor@peoplenewspapers.com. Your kids just might make it on the cover, which would be awesome, right?

    By Joanna England Jul. 20, 2011 | 8:20 am | No Comments | Comments RSS

  • Dallas’ Last Borders to Shutter

    In fact, all Borders will close after the bookseller failed to find a buyer. The last Borders in Dallas — in Old Town off of Lovers Lane — will close, and all of their merchandise will be liquidated starting Friday.

    When the Borders in the Preston Oaks Shopping Center closed, it left a very temporary hole soon filled by Central Market. I wonder what will fill the space in Old Town, which is a pretty heavily trafficked area at the corner of Greenville Avenue and Lovers.

    Any theories? Wild speculation? Comments are open.

    By Joanna England Jul. 18, 2011 | 5:17 pm | 5 Comments | Comments RSS
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