Carol Toler, Author at Lake Highlands

Q: Justin Bono to star in murder mystery fundraiser for Richardson Adult Literacy Center

[caption id="attachment_92394" align="aligncenter" width="479"] Cindy Shafer and Justin Bono star in Avengers this weekend[/caption] When Justin Bono retires as Richardson ISD school board president in May, perhaps he can get a new gig as an actor. The 6-year veteran of the board of trustees stars Saturday in Avengers , a fundraiser for the Richardson Adult Literacy Center . Billed a “murder mystery comedy play,” the show also features Evan Batt, owner of Lockwood Distilling Company , Shanna Sims-Bradish, Richardson’s assistant city manager and Cindy Shafer, CEO of the Network of Community Ministries. Bono plays a character called, appropriately, King RISD. Bono has never acted before – not even in junior high plays or high school musicals back in the day – but he’s had plenty of experience watching quality productions. Over his many years supporting students all over the district, he’s seen his share of choir concerts, drill team revues, country and western dance offs and plays on stage. RALC’s Murder Mystery is an interactive event where attendees work in teams to solve the “crime” presented by community leaders and professional actors. Tickets may be purchased online here for $60 each and include food, desserts, beer, wine and soft drinks. The event will begin at 7:30 p.m. at the Richardson Public Library, 900 Civic Center Drive.

Q: Preston Lawrence to be honored Friday for scoring 1,000 points as a Wildcat

[caption id="attachment_92120" align="aligncenter" width="429"] LHHS Basketball will celebrate Preston Lawrence's 1,000th point as a Wildcat[/caption] Wildcat basketball games can get a little rowdy, with a loyal group of community fans and parents, plus a vocal student section cheering players on. This Friday will be special, though, as the team celebrates Senior Night and marks a milestone for senior Preston Lawrence. During the Torrey Pines Classic tournament in San Diego over the holidays, Lawrence scored the 1,000 th point of his high school playing career. Lawrence’s teammates and coaches will honor him at a 7 p.m. pre-game ceremony before the game tips off at 7:30 in the LHHS gym. Lawrence received a full scholarship to play next year at Rogers State University in Claremore, Oklahoma. During his time at LHHS, he’s earned All-District and Academic All-District honors and been named District Offensive MVP. He was the first freshman in 14 years to play on the varsity team, and that year his teammates gave him the Glue Award, for efforts to bring the team together. Congratulations, Preston Lawrence.

Q: Fight over stuffed animal sparks shooting at Dave and Buster's

[caption id="attachment_92236" align="aligncenter" width="533"] Dr. Carlos Chapa was shot at Dave and Buster's Sunday[/caption] One man was shot in the leg and others were sent scrambling for cover Sunday afternoon at the Dave and Buster’s at 75 and Walnut Hill. Dr. Carlos Chapa was transported to a local hospital where he was treated and released. Dallas police said the melee began around 2 p.m. Sunday when two groups of individuals took their verbal altercation outside the arcade. One person pulled out a gun and opened fire, and a bullet apparently ricocheted off the sidewalk and struck Dr. Chapa, just arriving to celebrate birthdays with family members. “As soon as I turned around I see him take out the gun,” Chapa told WFAA. “He cocked it, and it was a bam-bam-bam. As soon as he did the third one, I’m trying to get out and push my dad [to safety] and I fell to the ground. I couldn’t feel, my leg wasn’t working.” Witnesses said the two groups were fighting over a stuffed animal won in the arcade, and they described mass confusion inside when gunshots were heard. Rebecca Aguilar, a local reporter having lunch with family near the entrance area, said on Facebook that some parents running for safety left their children behind in shock and were reunited only after strangers took them for cover. Her video is below. The shooter was arrested nearby. [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O05E2bMIiTU&fbclid=IwAR0CVkO6CdM1-yPXmMiTJ9n3JCw7Y4oar_Do6Jbycox5xT1lHpoNUjdLVV0[/embed]

About Carol Toler

Blogger CAROL TOLER and her husband, Toby, are the parents of four. She has an MBA from SMU and a passion for writing good-news stories about fascinating people. Email ctoler@advocatemag.com.

About Carol Toler

Blogger CAROL TOLER and her husband, Toby, are the parents of four. She has an MBA from SMU and a passion for writing good-news stories about fascinating people. Email ctoler@advocatemag.com.

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