Every day, ordinary people — right here in our neighborhood — are doing extraordinary things. Volunteers treat the ill, rally ’round the helpless, feed empty bellies, and nourish hungry souls. And though they ask for nothing in return, such altruism often begets unique gifts: New friends. Learned skills. And unmatched … more

We knew that Bob Iden would retire one day, we just couldn’t imagine the announcement.

For the few of you who do not know, Bob Iden is retiring after 32 years in public education, the past 11 years as the beloved principal of Lake Highlands High School. Principals come and … more

People who do extraordinary things often speak of that one influential mentor — usually some educator or coach who effectively taught the sport or subject while effortlessly weaving doctrine and insight into the fabric of curriculum. Sometimes these teachers don’t even realize the extent of their influence on the young … more

If you closed your eyes, you’d swear Frank Sinatra had been resurrected. Max Hartman — who once performed as Henry Higgins in “My Fair Lady” and Curly in “Oklahoma” on Lake Highlands High School’s stage — has the crooner’s voice down pat, and his weekly lounge act as alter ego … more

Being told to stop tapping the desk during biology class usually isn’t a turning point in most people’s lives.

But for neighborhood resident Bradley Welch, incessant tapping — the object of his teacher’s annoyance — confirmed that his musical abilities were inherent. Welch learned piano by ear, plunking out at … more

Spice of Life
From casseroles to crawfish and ice cream to key lime pie — this place is all about variety.
Eat the World
9850 Walnut Hill
866.408.4298

Creative Cuisine
They’ve got pizza down to a fine art. Get salads, steaks and burgers, too.
Picasso’s Pizza and Grill
7215 Skillman… more

The Victim: Robert Pennington
Location: 11000 block of Paddock Circle
Date: Sunday, April 13
Time: 6:15 p.m.

 It pays to have neighbors that care and look out for each other.

Just ask Robert Pennington. He was returning home that cool Sunday evening when his neighbors approached him in his driveway.… more

Taste of White Rock is kicking off its second year, with the Peninsula Neighborhood Association announcing that the 2008 Taste of White Rock Dinner Club Book is now on sale. The $12 book is a buy-one, get-one-free dinner club good until Oct. 31, 2008 with proceeds given to organizations that … more