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Free lunch? No such thing. $5 lunch? We have just the thing. From burgers to bratwurst, there’s a nearby eatery that keeps both your wallet and stomach full.

Shine’s Mediterranean Market
$5 » Kebab sandwich with tzatziki
$5 » Tahini in pita bread
$5 » Greek salad topped with chicken … more

Chamberlain’s has all the makings of a proper steakhouse: shadowing lighting, polished woods, plush booths and, of course, prime-cut fillets and T-bones always cooked to perfection. After 17 years, this staple on Addison’s “restaurant row” has earned its spot as a gold standard in indulgent dining. But Chamberlain’s is more … more

As a student at Reformed Theological Seminary, neighborhood resident Jon Jordan remains steeped in theology, and admittedly, that’s yawn-inducing for many. “I think the problem is people can’t see how it applies to today.” That was the impetus behind Jordan’s blog, on which he connects theology to current issues like … more

These neighborhood kids fell in love in Far North Dallas. Now, they’re spreading love as they help rebuild Haiti.

Ben and Katie Kilpatrick’s love story begins as many do. The sweethearts met in junior high at a neighborhood church, in this case at First Baptist Richardson. Ben, a Berkner graduate, … more

06.13.10 & 06.27.10 CONCERT ON THE LAWN FREE

Started in 1916 out of a local barbershop, the Richardson Community Band is one of the neighborhood’s oldest groups. The members would meet at Newt Harris’ shop on McKinney Street regularly for practice and fellowship. With the onset of World War I … more

Fuzzy’s Tacos on Campbell has only been open about a week but the word is out, as evidenced by the packed dining room when I dropped in on Tuesday afternoon. Those of you who recall the circa-1982 Braum’s this place used to be will likely be impressed with the new … more

Saturday, May 8, someone broke into an unmarked Dallas police vehicle and stole a blue bulletproof vest with a U.S. marshal patch printed on it. The car, which was parked in the 3600 block of Briar Grove Lane, had its driver-side window smashed sometime between 1 and 11 a.m. Police … more

It’s national burger month and Smashburger is celebrating with several promotions over the next few weeks:

May 10 through 13: Free fries with every purchase of a hamburger

May 18 through 20: One free kid meal with the purchase of an entree

May 25: Buy one 1/3 lb. hamburger and … more

UTD graduate student Barbara Vance has just illustrated and written her first children’s book, “Suzie Bitner was Afraid of the Drain.”

The book is a collection of 24 humorous poems and 100 original illustrations that are reminiscent of Shel Silverstein’s works. Vance, who is earning her PhD in aesthetic studies, … more

RISD Superintendent Kay Waggoner has named Beverly Vance the new principal of JJ Pearce. Vance, you may recall, has been serving as interim principal ever since Karen Neal left her post last September.

Vance has 17 years of experience in education, the last four of which have been as an … more

Richardson physics teacher George Hademenos has won the PBS Teachers Innovation Award.

More than 700 teachers from across the nation submitted entries that showcased their creative teaching methods. Ultimately, first place went to Hademenos’ annual ‘toy engineering project,’ which challenges students to make a physics-based toy along with a marketing … more

If you’re a procrastinator, like the person writing this, you probably haven’t given much thought to where you’ll take Mom this Sunday. Luckily, plenty of places are offering Mother’s Day specials, and here are a few happening in our neighborhood:

*Chamberlain’s Steak and Chop House is offering a three-course $38 … more