Video interview: North Texas filmmaker Frank Mosley
Mosley acts, directs, writes, and produces. In other words, he's an independent filmmaker. And with a film premiere coming up this Thursday, Frank is one busy guy.
Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2009
Citizen Profiles
Citizen Profiles
Laura Bruton, North Texas Job Corps are committed to service
Bruton is the deputy center director of the North Texas Job Corps.
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Audio interview: Michael Cain, Artistic Director and CEO of DALLAS Film Society
Michael gives us some insider insight into the recent announcement that AFI will no longer be associated with the annual festival.
Saturday, June 27, 2009
Video interview: Ricki Derek and Nick Gibbons for Night-OH-Cabaret
It's coming up this Saturday, June 20, at the Lakewood Theater.
Any interest in music, comedy, magic, fire, hot chicks or much, much more (whatever that is)? Then it's Saturday, June 20 at the Lakewood Theater for you, Matey!
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Video interview: Dallas flag lady seeks out, respectfully retires old Old Glories
... and she does it for free, as a service to the community.
Friday, June 12, 2009
My Sunday with Owengene Blackwood
On a little stretch just outside Cleburne, there's an airport with a grass runway, a church, and Owengene Blackwood.
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Plano man retires, then opens paint franchise
Dave Wilson opened CertaPro Painters in Plano in July.
Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008
Three North Texas Everest College students receive $2,500 scholarships
... to use at other Corinthian College institutions, that is.
One deserving student from each of the area Everest campuses (Arlington, Dallas and Fort Worth) receives recognition for their perseverance in the face of adversity.
Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2008
UNT students vying to “Keep Denton Chido”
The "Keep Denton Chido" slogan was created by interdisciplinary studies senior Mickey Moreno and geography senior David Sisuentes.
Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008
Carrollton Mayor Ron Branson encourages citizens to express opinions
When something really needs to be done in the community, Branson makes sure that people are backing him.
Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2008
Allen Police Chief Bill Rushing is a self-made man
Rushing said that officers have a hard time dealing with victimized people, but get their rewards from knowing that they have helped.
Thursday, Sept. 11, 2008
Allen Parks & Rec. Director Tim Dentler oversees busy schedule of events and vast parklands
Program includes summer concert series and fireworks in June, not to mention an empire of 58 parks.
Monday, Sept. 8, 2008
Allen Fire Chief Bill Hawley finds job exciting/challenging
Hawley said the city of Allen has everything he's looking for.
Friday, Sept. 5, 2008
Longtime mayor of Allen pleased with city’s economic growth
With developments such as Watters Creek, Allen is currently one of the hottest cities in the Dallas area.
Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2008
Allen City Manager Peter Vargas wants to make a difference
Vargas tries to convey to 650 staff members that they are there to serve the citizens of Allen.
Sunday, Aug. 17, 2008
Denton Mayor Mark Burroughs feels many years of volunteering led him to leadership role
One of Burroughs' goals was to implement the 20-year plan [Denton Plan] that was created in 1999 with years of community input.
Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2008
Frisco Parks & Recreation Director Rick Wieland quick to credit staff
They've ushered in popular new senior adult center and indoor recreation center.
Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2008
Frisco Police Chief Todd Renshaw and officers make a difference in citizens’ lives
"Hiring the right folks and making sure that they're provided with the right tools and training to do a good job is paramount."
Monday, Aug. 4, 2008
Frisco Fire Chief Mack Borchardt places high value on character, integrity and work ethic
"Not too long after becoming a volunteer firefighter, I fell in love with it in 1973."
Saturday, Aug. 2, 2008
People you s“hood” know: North Dallas’ Patricia Porter
CEO of North Texas Business for Culture and the Arts, she works to establish relationships between corporations and arts organizations.
Monday, July 28, 2008
Irving City Manager Tommy Gonzalez says city offers many opportunities
Gonzalez loves coming to work every day because of the interaction with employees and the opportunity of recognizing them for exceptional services.
Saturday, July 26, 2008
Frisco Mayor Maher Maso’s goals for city are quality of life oriented
Frisco's population as of July 1 was 101,393, and it's the seventh fastest growing city in the United States.
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
Frisco City Manager George Purefoy’s goal is finding right mix of government for city as it grows
Frisco's present general fund budget for police, fire, streets, parks and library is $70 million, but if you add in water, sewer and sanitation, it's closer to $140 million total.
Friday, July 18, 2008
People you s“hood” know: Irving Heritage District’s Lorraine Taylor
She doesn't just serve as president of the Heritage District Neighborhood Association and chair of the arts board. She also lives in the "mayor's house."
Monday, July 7, 2008
People you s“hood” know: Richardson’s Clara Borja Hinojosa
The Mexico Institute's founding director expresses her creativity by connecting people.
Sunday, June 29, 2008
Flower Mound Fire Chief Eric Metzger achieves lifelong dream of being firefighter
Eric Metzger has watched the town grow to over 62,500 people, creating the need for five fire stations.
Monday, June 23, 2008
People you s“hood” know: Bishop Arts District’s Rob Shearer
Just as Big Bird is an ambassador for Sesame Street, Rob Shearer is north Oak Cliff's go-to guy.
Sunday, June 22, 2008
Two-time Superbowl winner Ray Crockett wheels around Dallas for FX series 30 Days
Crockett takes on role of paraplegic -- He's genuinely moved and moving.
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Audio from the Herb Kelleher and Colleen Barrett gala tribute at Frontiers of Flight Museum
"The people of Southwest Airlines have always done well for themselves by doing well for others."
In which Mayor Leppert, Senator Hutchison, Governor Perry and Southwest Airlines CEO Gary Kelly get to stand up and talk. And so does Herb.
Monday, June 2, 2008
People you s“hood” know: Elmwood’s Stuart Sikes
As seen in Tape Op Magazine
Grammy-winning Plano East alumnus has recorded the Happy Bullets, Pleasant Grove, and Chan Marshall in his Oak Cliff digs.
Sunday, June 1, 2008
Outgoing Southwest Airlines execs honored - in grand style - at Dallas’ Frontiers of Flight Museum
Oh, yeah: Gov. Perry, Sen. Hutchison and Mayor Leppert were there, too.
Former Chairman and President Herb Kelleher and soon-to-be ex-President Colleen Barrett headlined the gala museum fundraiser.
Saturday, May 31, 2008
McKinney Parks and Recreation Director Lemuel Randolph tries to instill commitment of service and integrity to 75 staff members
The city of McKinney's Parks and Recreation Department has 75 staff member and currently operates on a $7.9 million annual budget.
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
People you s“hood” know: Oak Lawn’s Pam Gerber
In the eight years since she moved to Dallas, Pam Gerber has become a godmother-like figure in her 'hood.
Monday, May 26, 2008
New McKinney City Manager Frank Ragan looks forward to helping city grow, while maintaining charming atmosphere
"I love to lead in a way that helps a community grow and become a better place for people to live."
Monday, May 19, 2008
Irving Mayoral Candidate Roland Jeter wants to improve quality of life in neighborhoods and city
Irving native says immigration enforcement is key to public safety.
Monday, April 28, 2008
McKinney Mayor Bill Whitfield hopes to get air service to city
And the way to get that ball rolling is to get construction started on the main runway of the McKinney Airport.
Monday, April 21, 2008
McKinney Fire Chief Mark Wallace stresses fire education
"If people aren't careful in their fire prevention, we're going to have a fire."
Monday, March 31, 2008
Irving Parks and Recreation Director Chris Michalski stresses good service to Irving residents
Chris Michalski chose the field of Parks and Recreation because he felt he would enjoy it for an extended period of time.
Friday, March 21, 2008
The Catholic Foundation bestows annual award to Dallas investor Oliver McGonigle
Award to be presented during the 2008 Catholic Foundation Award Dinner.
Monday, March 10, 2008
Irving Fire Chief Mario Molina is thankful for mentors
Molina attributes his position as Irving Fire Chief to many mentors, particularly Carrollton Fire Chief John Murphy.
Thursday, March 6, 2008
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