Stories by Bethany Erickson
News
Say Goodbye to the First Winter Storm of 2025
It's no longer snowing and sleeting in much of North Texas, and the National Weather Service says some parts of the region received more than 6 inches of snow. The storm is leaving, but freezing temperatures will linger.
Arts
The Must-See Concerts Coming to Dallas-Fort Worth
Go ahead and mark your calendars for these shows.
News
How Will the Texas Legislature Approach Affordable Housing This Session?
Texas lawmakers have been talking about affordable housing since the spring. A scan of pre-filed legislation shows how they likely plan to tackle the problem.
News
Jimmy Carter’s Legacy Lives on in Oak Cliff
A decade ago, Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter spent a week in North Texas. What they built is part of a lasting legacy.
Education
How Paul Quinn College Aims to ‘Build a City’ on Its Campus
Paul Quinn believes its campus should do more than offer college degrees. A new grant to kick off a plan to build a mixed-use development with retail, dining, amenities, and affordable housing is the latest step.
Stories by Bethany Erickson
Guides
Things To Do in Dallas This Weekend
How to enjoy local arts, music, culture, food, fitness, and more all week long in Dallas.
News
Meet the Semifinalists for Dallas City Manager, Because Hey, There’s a New List
City manager searches are always a bit opaque at first. Dallas’ frustrating and atypical search tests the bounds of what that word means.
News
Testy Exchanges, Frustration Mark Briefing on Dallas City Manager Search
The search for Dallas' next city manager started out messy, and it hasn't gotten any less so, if Thursday's briefing is any indication.
Entertainment
Scenes From the 2024 Dallas Holiday Parade
The weather outside wasn't entirely frightful, and the bands, floats, and balloons that made their way through downtown Dallas were quite delightful. Here are a few scenes from the day.
News
How Close Is Dallas to Eliminating Its Parking Requirements?
Dallas has been discussing the parking requirements in its city code for going on five years. There now seems to be momentum to rethink the city's relationship with cars.