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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

  • Blogs

    March 30, 2012

    DISD (And A Whole Lot of Other School Districts) Not Buying Cheating Allegations From The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

    On Monday, we told you the Atlanta Journal-Constitution had published a broad investigation concluding that hundreds of school districts, including Dallas Independent School District, displayed "troubling test patterns" that could indicate widespread cheating. That day, DISD spokesman Jon Dahlander ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 26, 2012

    Investigation of Standardized-Test Cheating Finds "Troubling Patterns" in Dallas ISD Scores

    The Atlanta Journal-Constitution published a sweeping investigation over the weekend of possible cheating on standardized tests in dozens of school districts across the country, and Dallas Independent School District made an appearance. The AJC examined test results for 69,000 schools in 49 states ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 8, 2012

    Maybe It's Time for Komen to Change Those Pink Ribbons to GOP Red

    We still have to read between the lines to glimpse the bottom line on the Komen Foundation's attack on Planned Parenthood, but the slowly emerging truth of the matter doesn't bode well. Karen Handel, the Komen executive who resigned yesterday, has a weird talent for letting the cat out of the bag e ... More >>

  • News

    November 3, 2011

    The Myth of the All-Girl, Pimp-Controlled Trafficking Trade

    Lost Boys: New child-sex-trafficking research demolishes the stereotype of the underage sex worker.

  • Blogs

    August 1, 2011

    "Big A, Meet the Even Bigger D"

    ​For the second time in as many days, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution pits The ATL against The City of Hate -- a common occurrence -- and rules in favor of Dallas, in part because we have toll roads to help pay for regional light rail projects that run to the suburbs, which is but a figment of a ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 31, 2011

    News & Notes: Atlanta vs. Dallas, Tilton's Comeback, Recalling Taylors Books and More

    ​For those who found this morning's paper particularly dissatisfying, here are some other Sunday stories with that taste particularly local:The Atlanta Journal-Constitution begins its "Atlanta Forward" series this morning by comparing and contrasting that city with ours, a not-uncommon occurrence, ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 1, 2011

    Michael Hinojosa's Gone, But As He Begins New Job, His Time in Dallas Is Not Forgotten

    Photo by Patrick MichelsMiss him yet?​Former Dallas Independent School District Superintendent Michael Hinojosa officially begins his new gig in Cobb County, Georgia, today. Hence, this morning's piece in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution: "New Cobb superintendent's job 1: Close students' achieveme ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 19, 2011

    So How Does the Business Community Feel About Hinojosa's Likely Departure For Georgia?

    Dallas Regional Chamber President and CEO Jim Oberwetter​Down below, Dallas Independent School District trustee Bruce Parrott says he wants to know "how does the business community feel" about Superintendent Michael Hinojosa's more-than-likely departure for the top job in Cobb County, Georgia. (T ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 15, 2011

    Chick-Fil-A Goes Green, but Keeps the White Napkins

    Chick-fil-A's first store designed to meet environmental design standards, opening this week in Fort Worth, will feature energy efficient appliances, low-flow restroom fixtures and a cistern for plant irrigation, but the fast food chain's still isn't ready to institute unbleached paper napkins.  ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 21, 2011

    New York Times Food Critic Needs Your Help With Local Scene

    ​Dallas is about to get scrutinized by one of the nation's leading dining critics. In a call put out via Twitter this morning, the New York Times' chief restaurant critic Sam Sifton announced he was "Heading to Dallas" to "figure it out for those heading to Texas for Super Bowl." Sifton's i ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 6, 2010

    Food Trends: Plain and Simple?
    Why Bother Going Out?

    Wherever it's grown, it's still just a sweet potato.​The first major 2011 restaurant trend survey was released last week, and it looks like the coming year may be more about farm than table. According to the study conducted by the National Restaurant Association, in which more than 1,500 chef ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 15, 2010

    Top Chef Fan Favorite Tiffany Derry
    Out of a Job

    Tiffany Derry​What's a Fan Favorite title from Top Chef worth? In Dallas, an unemployment check. Teresa Gubbins yesterday reported that Go Fish Ocean Club, the North Dallas restaurant helmed by cheftestant Tiffany Derry, shut down after service Saturday night. Owners blamed the location for i ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 13, 2010

    Perry's Steakhouse Offer Mini-Cocktails.
    Now We Can Drink Four Times More, Right?

    ​Perry's Steakhouse, which I praised in last week's Dish column, isn't typically associated with dainty portions. On Fridays, when mammoth pork chops are sold for just $10.95, the exiting crowds, armed with giant rope-handled leftover bags, look like successful shoe shoppers. But Perry's has ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 27, 2007

    More Than a Year Later, Alphonso Jackson's Still Being Investigated

    ​Perry's Steakhouse, which I praised in last week's Dish column, isn't typically associated with dainty portions. On Fridays, when mammoth pork chops are sold for just $10.95, the exiting crowds, armed with giant rope-handled leftover bags, look like successful shoe shoppers. But Perry's has ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 13, 2007

    Cowboys Shoot Around

    ​Perry's Steakhouse, which I praised in last week's Dish column, isn't typically associated with dainty portions. On Fridays, when mammoth pork chops are sold for just $10.95, the exiting crowds, armed with giant rope-handled leftover bags, look like successful shoe shoppers. But Perry's has ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 1, 2007

    Dallas Attorney is Anti-Illegal Immigrant, But Very "ProAmerica"

    ​Perry's Steakhouse, which I praised in last week's Dish column, isn't typically associated with dainty portions. On Fridays, when mammoth pork chops are sold for just $10.95, the exiting crowds, armed with giant rope-handled leftover bags, look like successful shoe shoppers. But Perry's has ... More >>

  • News

    August 30, 2007

    Excelsior!

    ​Perry's Steakhouse, which I praised in last week's Dish column, isn't typically associated with dainty portions. On Fridays, when mammoth pork chops are sold for just $10.95, the exiting crowds, armed with giant rope-handled leftover bags, look like successful shoe shoppers. But Perry's has ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 30, 2007

    About Jarrod Saltalamacchia's Gym Teacher Wife ...

    ​Perry's Steakhouse, which I praised in last week's Dish column, isn't typically associated with dainty portions. On Fridays, when mammoth pork chops are sold for just $10.95, the exiting crowds, armed with giant rope-handled leftover bags, look like successful shoe shoppers. But Perry's has ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 14, 2007

    ACS to Let Georgians Know Their Rights After Betraying Their Trust

    ​Perry's Steakhouse, which I praised in last week's Dish column, isn't typically associated with dainty portions. On Fridays, when mammoth pork chops are sold for just $10.95, the exiting crowds, armed with giant rope-handled leftover bags, look like successful shoe shoppers. But Perry's has ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 4, 2007

    Dallas Is So In Fashion

    ​Perry's Steakhouse, which I praised in last week's Dish column, isn't typically associated with dainty portions. On Fridays, when mammoth pork chops are sold for just $10.95, the exiting crowds, armed with giant rope-handled leftover bags, look like successful shoe shoppers. But Perry's has ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 2, 2007

    DeKalb County CEO Defends Choice of Bolton. Also Blames Dallas City Council.

    ​Perry's Steakhouse, which I praised in last week's Dish column, isn't typically associated with dainty portions. On Fridays, when mammoth pork chops are sold for just $10.95, the exiting crowds, armed with giant rope-handled leftover bags, look like successful shoe shoppers. But Perry's has ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 28, 2006

    Yeah, Just How Did Terrell Bolton Land That New Gig, Anyway?

    ​Perry's Steakhouse, which I praised in last week's Dish column, isn't typically associated with dainty portions. On Fridays, when mammoth pork chops are sold for just $10.95, the exiting crowds, armed with giant rope-handled leftover bags, look like successful shoe shoppers. But Perry's has ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 11, 2006

    Bolton Gets a "Howdy, Y'All" in Atlanta Paper Today

    ​Perry's Steakhouse, which I praised in last week's Dish column, isn't typically associated with dainty portions. On Fridays, when mammoth pork chops are sold for just $10.95, the exiting crowds, armed with giant rope-handled leftover bags, look like successful shoe shoppers. But Perry's has ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 29, 2006

    There's That Eatzi's Lawsuit We Were Looking For

    ​Perry's Steakhouse, which I praised in last week's Dish column, isn't typically associated with dainty portions. On Fridays, when mammoth pork chops are sold for just $10.95, the exiting crowds, armed with giant rope-handled leftover bags, look like successful shoe shoppers. But Perry's has ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 10, 2006

    Bolton's Back and Better Than Ever

    ​Perry's Steakhouse, which I praised in last week's Dish column, isn't typically associated with dainty portions. On Fridays, when mammoth pork chops are sold for just $10.95, the exiting crowds, armed with giant rope-handled leftover bags, look like successful shoe shoppers. But Perry's has ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 29, 2006

    You Know What They Say About Small Packages

    ​Perry's Steakhouse, which I praised in last week's Dish column, isn't typically associated with dainty portions. On Fridays, when mammoth pork chops are sold for just $10.95, the exiting crowds, armed with giant rope-handled leftover bags, look like successful shoe shoppers. But Perry's has ... More >>

  • Calendar

    March 9, 2006

    Soaring Harmony

    ​Perry's Steakhouse, which I praised in last week's Dish column, isn't typically associated with dainty portions. On Fridays, when mammoth pork chops are sold for just $10.95, the exiting crowds, armed with giant rope-handled leftover bags, look like successful shoe shoppers. But Perry's has ... More >>

  • News

    December 9, 2004

    Seductress of the Saints

    Inside the mind--and suitcase--of Sandra Bridewell, religious charlatan

  • News

    August 26, 2004

    Poor Circulation

    Fear, loathing and more at the DMN

  • Culture

    May 17, 2001

    Bilbao Envy

    Meadows' show of Santiago Calatrava's designs is one big missed opportunity

  • News

    July 20, 2000

    Highwaymen

    San Antonio conservatives and a professional road warrior try to hijack a DART rail election

  • News

    June 24, 1999

    Edifice complex

    Michael Piazza wants his proposed $20 million cathedral to send a message to the world -- gays can go to heaven too

  • News

    March 5, 1998

    See your world on a small screen at the 11th Annual Dallas Video Festival

    Michael Piazza wants his proposed $20 million cathedral to send a message to the world -- gays can go to heaven too

  • News

    April 11, 1996

    Academy of Dreams

    The enigmatic "Mr. Sha" brought black Dallas a vision of a prep school but it's a dream he's sold before

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