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Obituary • 02-14-25 • Larry Lee Glazener
Larry Lee Glazener, 76, died on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, at his home in Dallas after a long struggle with bladder cancer. Larry was born on July 17, 1948, in Dalhart, Texas, to Buel Victor and Esther Glazener. He graduated from Dalhart High School in 1966, the…
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How pets support LGBTQ mental health
Welcome to my monthly Woof column, Dallas Voice readers. What a month January was! Unfortunately, things don’t seem like they are going to improve anytime soon. I think many of us across our nation are genuinely concerned for our well-being. In light of eve…
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101st Court offering free weddings
Judge Staci Williams of the 101st District Court in Dallas County is offering to officiate free wedding ceremonies from noon to 4:15 p.m. on Valentine’s Day, Friday, Feb. 14. This is for couples getting married for the first time as well as couples looking…
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Pet of the week • 01-31-25
Baymax, 1-year-and-3-month-old boxer mix, is fantastic with kids and gets along wonderfully with other dogs. At 45 pounds, Baymax is just the right size. He’s also incredibly smart and a fast learner and has a loving, friendly personality. Like all pets fro…
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SPCA of Texas launching LGBTQ+ Advisory Council
The SPCA of Texas this week announced the launch of its LGBTQ+ Advisory Council, a strategic initiative to “strengthen ties with North Texas’ LGBTQ community and allies and foster inclusivity in its mission to provide care and services to pets and their peo…
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Accidental career
Kathy Jack, center, and her wife, Susie Buck, celebrate Jack’s retirement with friends atSue Ellen’s. (Regina Lyn/DVtv) DAVID TAFFET | Senior Staff [email protected] Kathy Jack, who will long be remembered as the person who created Sue Ellen’s, r…
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Pet of the week • 01-24-25
Sadie is a beautiful 2-year-old, 68-pound golden retriever who is always ready to curl up beside you and share cozy moments. Her calm, loving nature makes her the perfect companion for quiet evenings, while her loyalty means she’ll always stay by your side…
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Cassie Nova • 01-24-25
Food, good and bad Good day to you all. I am so glad to see we all survived the Snowmageddon that never was. To be honest, I didn’t even care whether we got any horrible weather; I was prepared. I could have been hunkered down for an entire month. I used it…
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Cecile Richards has died
“I am heartbroken by the passing of my friend and mentor Cecile Richards,” said HRC President Kelley Robinson. Robinson called Richards “a giant in the fight for freedom — an unwavering advocate for reproductive, workers’ and civil rights.” Richards, daught…
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Treating patients with dignity and respect
David Shannon, left, and Drew Meyer of Acceptance Home Health care promise service free of discrimination DAVID TAFFET | Senior Staff [email protected] Sometimes good things do come from bad legislation. When Gov. Greg Abbott signed the “Chick-fi…
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Oh, the places you’ll soak
WorldSprings in The Colony offers more than nine acres of outdoor pools, mineral springs, saunas and more STEVEN LINDSEY | Contributing [email protected] Imagine walking out your front door right now and dipping your toes into an Australian…
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The non-resolution resolution
BRIDGET BROWN | Associated Press New York — A new year is the time to set new goals. Yet studies have shown that most people don’t tend to uphold their New Year’s resolutions much past the first month.In an attempt to reframe the thinking around new year go…
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