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It has been one year since the reconstruction of LBJ Freeway began amid last February’s winter storm. The 17-mile-long, $3.2 billion project has at least four more years to go. Listen to our podcast with the developers, addressing some the concerns last year.

We’ve seen the demolition or partial demolition … more

Let’s face it – new technology is making life much more complicated for kids. And their parents.

The Richardson High School Anti-Bullying Team and the RHS PTA will present a special program on helping adolescents use electronic communication for good.

Dr. Marion K. Underwood, a a professor of psychological studies … more

Who knew that a neighborhood burger joint would serve some of the best breakfast in town? Jakes added it to the menu a couple of months ago at a few select locations, including the one at Belt Line and Prestonwood.

The huge cinnamon rolls rival those at any popular chain … more

It has been almost a year since dirt started turning at Arapaho United Methodist Church at the northeast corner of Coit and Arapaho.

“We had quite a muddy corner for a year,” says member Betsy Morton.

The church has been undergoing a major renovation that has yielded a new education … more

At the Eisemann Center, Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet performs Moulin Rouge the Ballet at 8 p.m. Friday in Hill Performance Hall. The group is North America’s longest-operating ballet. Buy tickets here.

Kittrell/Riffkind Art Glass Studio hosts an opening reception for its 19th annual Scent Bottle Invitational, which features more than … more

This is probably one of the most elaborate productions that the JJ Pearce High School theater department has put on. The much-anticipated “Phantom of the Opera” opens Feb. 2 and runs through Feb. 26.

All of the costumes are based on the original Broadway play. The show will be complete … more

Pizza Inn recently launched a spin-off called Pie Five Pizza, which offers build-your-own personal-sized pizzas in less than five minutes. A location just opened up at Belt Line and the Tollway (right behind Far North Dallas’ third In-N-Out Burger, which looks to be opening any day now. As if anyone … more

The specialty at Sam Nimer’s restaurant is its sweet namesake. But its pasta dishes, like rigatoni carbonara with penne, aren’t to be missed, either.

This creator of statement pieces got her start in Austin’s vibrant local arts scene. She settled down in Far North Dallas just a few months ago.

Yoga instructor, pharmacist, custodian, fast-food worker — these are ordinary people. But they have rich lives, interests and history.

It’s your last chance to see WaterTower Theatre’s production of “The Diary of Anne Frank,” which has received glowing reviews for its poignant portrayal of the young Holocaust victim. Performance continue now through Sunday. Tickets are sold out, but you can still get on stand-by. Most times, you’ll still make … more

Just how many Far North Dallas homes could be negatively affected by the Cotton Belt Rail Line? DART officials have estimated about 200-250 homes. Those that back up directly to the track would receive the brunt of the noise and vibration from the double-track commuter rail line set to develop … more