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Our neighborhood’s stunning piece of architecture known as the Rachofsky House will open to the public 10 a.m.-1 p.m. June 1. Yes, that seems like a long time from now, but you have to make reservations by May 31, and space is limited. To RSVP, email Thomas Fuelmer. Admission is … more

Coach David Bates held back tears while unveiling the new military museum at Marsh Middle School. It’s been less than a year since he and his Leadership Cadet Corps laid out plans for the project that would honor local war veterans while educating students about their sacrifice. We wrote about … more

In addition to the Baker Bros. Deli coming in July, the Corner at Preston Center also will house a new Mediterranean place called Grip, Pegasus News reports. It comes from the owners of Ali Baba.

The fast-casual restaurant will take the former 24-hour Fitness spot and scheduled to open in … more

Every year around this time, we profile neighborhood high school seniors who have overcome the odds to succeed. One of those seniors is W.T. White student Steven Perez who recovered from a heroin addiction at a young age. Music is what helped him through it.

Listen to Perez’s story and … more

In addition to the Open Days Garden Tour that I wrote about earlier this week, there’s also the Northaven Park Backyard Garden Tour, which is 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday. The tour includes a look at the Withers Elementary garden along with nine other private gardens. Just start at the school, … more

The restaurant and wine bar Seasons 52 is bringing its first Dallas location to NorthPark Center. The new spot will be between Neiman Marcus and Dillard’s and is expected to open some time this fall.

Seasons 52, a national chain with 22 locations around the country, is known for its … more

Last week, former president George W. Bush, probably the most famous Preston Hollow resident, led 20 wounded servicemen and women on a 100k mountain bike ride through Palo Duro Canyon State Park. The three-day, 19.4-mile Warrior 100k aimed to highlight the work of soldiers who have been wounded while serving … more

The new St. Louis-style pizza joint Tomato Pie is scheduled to open within the next 15 days, says owner Ryan Noles. He had originally projected a March opening for the restaurant at the southwest corner of Preston and Forest.

We prematurely published in our May Live Local column that it … more

Beneath the urban hustle and bustle, our neighborhood harbors some pretty impressive gardens that can brings us closer to the natural world.

The Open Days Garden Tour features several Preston Hollow oases 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday. Click here for the full list with directions.

The Merritt/Kleinmann residence near Hillcrest Forest … more

It takes about six to eight minutes, and it’s free. Allowing Dallas Police to etch a Vehicle Identification Number onto the window of your car or truck likely will keep it from getting stolen and sold for parts.

VIN etching helps track stolen vehicles, and it discourages thieves from stealing … more