McKinney's Krewe of Barkus celebration is tuning in to reality TV this year. Marchers are encouraged to salute their favorites, from This Is Your Life to Jersey Shore. Along with the parade at 2 p.m. Sunday, there will be a New Orleans-inspired street festival downtown featuring vendors and exhibitors starting at 12:30 p.m. Prizes donated by local merchants will be awarded in several size categories for best costume, dog and owner combo and best of show. Free to watch (the registration deadline to march is Friday). Find a map of the route at mckinneytexas.org. Also on the schedule•The North Texas Honda Dealers will team with local shelters and rescue groups each weekend through March. The second annual adoption drive will kick off Saturday at the Richardson Animal Shelter, 1330 Columbia Drive, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and the Dallas Ginger Man, 2718 Boll St., during a chili cookoff benefiting the SPCA of Texas from noon to 5 p.m. Visitors will receive pet photos and goody bags … [Read more...] about Dog About Town: Cheering on the Krewe of Barkus and more things to do
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Dog About Town: Get a photo of your furry sweetie and more things to do
Dog-friendly patiosNote: Dog-friendly dining is outdoors and can depend on several factors, including the weather, how busy the restaurant is and who is working. Call ahead if you need to know for sure whether they can accommodate you. Please send additions or changes to [email protected]* means it has received the city's dog-friendly patio variance (available in Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, Carrollton, Fairview, Arlington, Flower Mound, Frisco, Lewisville, Euless and McKinney). The rules: Dogs must stay off furniture, be leashed and under control and wear a rabies tag. They cannot eat off the establishment's dishes; they may be given water in a disposable container."Weatherized" means the patio is tented and/or uses heat lamps when it gets chilly.Click here for a Google Sheets version of this list. Many thanks to pack member Stephanie Meeks for putting it together.Alcove Wine Bar*: 2907 State St., Dallas, 214-871-2200AllGood Cafe: 2934 Main St., Dallas, 214-742-5362America Gardens: … [Read more...] about Dog About Town: Get a photo of your furry sweetie and more things to do
Dog About Town: Riding a wave of pool parties and more things to do
The end-of-season doggy pool parties are cresting this weekend, including the big kahuna: Wags & Waves at the Hawaiian Falls in Garland. Pooches must be vaccinated and friendly, and most require that they be spayed/neutered. If yours isn't the strongest swimmer, we recommend using a life jacket. Doggie Dunk at the Keller Pointe Outdoor Pool: Saturday at 405 Rufe Snow Drive, from 9 to 10 a.m. is for small dogs (25 pounds or less), 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. for dogs 26 to 45 pounds, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for dogs 46 to 60 pounds, and 12:45 to 1:45 p.m. for dogs 61 pounds and up. Smaller dogs can attend the other sessions if families have one of each. All will include swimsuit and retrieving contests. 405 Rufe Snow Drive. $10 per dog in advance, $15 day of the event (if space is available). Register by calling 817-743-4386. cityofkeller.com/visit-play/special-events.Doggie Splash Day at the Addison Athletic Club's outdoor pool: Saturday at 3900 Beltway Drive, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. for … [Read more...] about Dog About Town: Riding a wave of pool parties and more things to do
Irvin Ashford, Jr. Named Comerica’s National Director of Financial Literacy
DALLAS/July 27, 2016 – Comerica Senior Vice President Irvin Ashford, Jr. has been named National Director of Financial Literacy. In addition to his new responsibilities, Ashford will continue his role in managing community development and external affairs for Texas, Arizona and Florida. Ashford will report to Wendy Bridges, Senior Vice President, Corporate Communications and Executive Administration. “Irv has been instrumental in broadening Comerica’s focus on financial literacy in the communities it serves,” said Ralph W. Babb, Jr., Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Comerica Incorporated and Comerica Bank. “His new title is a reflection of the incredibly worthwhile work he has done to serve a vital community need, while bringing important national recognition to Comerica and its financial literacy programs.” According to the Financial Services Roundtable (FSR), research shows that students with access to financial education earn significantly … [Read more...] about Irvin Ashford, Jr. Named Comerica’s National Director of Financial Literacy
Dr. Austin Lane named sole finalist for 12th president of Texas Southern
Lane to take the helm of TSU in its 89th year as a premier HBCU His plan will focus on student recruitment, enrollment and retention at Texas Southern HOUSTON (May 16, 2016) – Dr. Austin A. Lane has been named by the Board of Regents as the sole finalist to become the 12th president of Texas Southern University (TSU). Lane plans to assume leadership of Texas Southern on or about June 7, 2016, after a Board vote. He replaces Dr. John M. Rudley, who has served as president since 2008. Derrick Mitchell, chair of Texas Southern’s Board of Regents, said that Lane “embodies the skills necessary to position the University as a destination institution for those seeking an innovative learning process through a stellar curriculum.” “The Board of Regents engaged in a dedicated and thorough search of outstanding candidates and Dr. Lane was clearly the right man at the perfect time in Texas Southern’s existence,” Mitchell said. “We look … [Read more...] about Dr. Austin Lane named sole finalist for 12th president of Texas Southern