Although the weather seems uncertain about it, it is officially winter now. I did have to check my calendar to be sure though. I hope you’ve all packed away your Thanksgiving roasting pans along with some fond memories of a nice feast, as I have; now it’s time to turn … more

“There are still 1.2 million people living with AIDS nationwide and approximately 20,000 in the 12-county area around Dallas. A stunning 90 to 95 percent of that number resides in Dallas County. The need is as great as ever.”

Raeline Nobles has a simple message to share: AIDS is not … more

I want to teach my daughter about generosity, especially as the holidays approach. So, of course, I’m thinking about things we can do for other people. You know, bring meals to sick friends. Write cards to neighbors who are going through tough times. Shop, do errands, or carpool for people … more

Caroline Britton, owner of the Bishop Arts District’s longest running shop, O’Lines Salon, passed away November 9 after a battle with cancer that lasted nearly five years.

Caroline, or Oline to her friends and customers, has been a CliffDweller for her entire life. Jill Fabian met Oline in junior high … more

It had taken a couple of long, hard days, but the job was almost complete. Only one corner of the concrete structure remained unpainted as the two teenaged girls devised a strategy. Using only eye contact and hand gestures, they communicated their plan, the taller girl grabbing the extension handle … more

Christmas and the Cliff. For my family, they’re so hopelessly entwined that I can’t imagine spending the season elsewhere. My daughter and I moved to Winnetka Heights when she was 2 — so literally all of our shared holiday memories have taken place south of the Trinity.

We’ve baked and … more

Peter Anthony is a local writer who’s first book will be released nationally in 2008. In the following creative reflection, Anthony describes how he transformed his house into a beloved home, and how it, in turn, transformed him.

Windshield wipers battle the rain. Glaring car lights beam across the other … more

After moving to Winnetka Heights four years ago, Joe and Julie Mata decided to open an Authentic Mexican Restaurant in Oak Cliff. “This community is very eccentric,” Julie says. “You can find all types of people here and that is why we love it.”

Joe is from Michoacan, Mexico and … more

Fa la-la-la-la… ‘Tis the season. And, really, who couldn’t look forward to the presents, the parties, and the goodies galore that Christmastime promises. And, at this early stage, we’re still able to ignore what we don’t look forward to — the snowball effect of Christmas “should-do’s” and its villainous sidekick … more

I’ve always looked forward to my forties. I remember looking at my parents during their forties: they appeared to be hitting their stride. I remember them being very confident and happy. While I’m certain a lot of that happiness came from the fact that I was finally leaving the nest, … more