Remodeling is planned for Hillcrest Medical Center offices in the 110 West 7th Building downtown This weekly update lists new commercial construction expansions and enlargements of more than $80,000 in Tulsa Descriptions of work are described where listed Commercial building permits are provided by the city of Tulsa on a weekly basis after entities provide information on upcoming building plans Listed cents are rounded up or down to the nearest dollar alteration (tenant finish-out for Hillcrest Medical Center offices on 24th and 25th floors of the 110 West 7th Building) addendum (sprinkled single story pre-engineered metal building warehouse and office building) new (shell only application of metal building) alteration (minor alteration to Old Time Pottery for proposed Gabe’s retailer (same tenant) Work to include interior painting of walls relocate/replace electrical receptacles for new cash wrap area) addition (existing automobile dealership renovation) alteration (reconfiguration of one unit to meet accessibility requirements) retaining wall (excavation support and protection); permit is engineered shop drawings and design calculations and is for its value only Building permit (commercial) has already been submitted for the overall project) addendum (construction of commercial restaurant building Oral Roberts University Learning Resources Center and Graduate Center alteration (renovation of 28,464 square feet on Level 4 of the Learning Resources Center and Graduate Center into classrooms administration and supporting services; remodel of approximately 10,000 square feet of existing Level 3 lobby; and replacement of monumental stair between Levels 3 and 4 closing in the open stair connection between Levels 4 and 5) business@tulsaworld.com Get the latest local business news delivered FREE to your inbox weekly Email notifications are only sent once a day The Bartlesville landmark was set to be sold Tuesday as part of a bankruptcy auction but we also have big opportunities," said Brian Kurtz president and CEO of the Downtown Tulsa Partnership "I think the biggest thing for us is expansion of our online grocery pickup," said the manager of the Walmart Neighborhood Market at 4720 E "We have a chance to achieve that same level (of growth) that happened over the course of the last two decades — over the next three to five y… Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device Account processing issue - the email address may already exist Invalid password or account does not exist Submitting this form below will send a message to your email with a link to change your password An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the email address listed on your account The 6-foot-10 senior outside hitter, who last year transformed the Lightning from a middling program into something of a powerhouse, delivered 18 kills and served up five aces as the No. 10 seed swept visiting Riverside Hillcrest, 25-18, 25-20, 25-16, in Wednesday evening’s Division 4 opener. Cryst is a devastating presence, all over the court, but if Sage Hill (15-11) is to conquer four more foes — starting with a second-round trek to Pasadena Poly (15-3) on Saturday at 4 p.m. — it’s because it’s no longer all about him. First-year head coach Jordan Hoppe’s 6-2 spread offense, far beyond last year’s set-it-for-Cryst approach, requires contributions from everyone. It took a rugged regular-season campaign, with playoff aspirations teetering until the finish, to get things right, and now the Lightning is humming: four wins in a row, starting with a five-set comeback win two weeks ago over Portola, a pivotal result in its at-large playoff berth. “I feel like we’re playing our best volleyball,” said the Long Beach State-bound Cryst, last year’s Division 5 Player of the Year. “All year, it just kind of felt so off. Last year, we had this confidence, this chip on our shoulder. We didn’t really have that [this year] until I’d say the Portola win. “[That] was just a moment for us where you had to find it. You know, you either do it or you don’t.” Sports The Lightning defeat the fourth-seeded Titans 19-25, 25-22, 22-25, 25-18, 15-13 on Saturday in the CIF Southern Section Division 5 boys’ volleyball final at Cerritos College. Hoppe, an AVP Beach pro who played at Orange Coast College and Concordia University in Irvine and was a Lightning assistant coach five years ago, has brought to the program superior tactical and organizational sophistication, emphasizing team over superstar. Playing vital roles are outside hitter Ryan Manesh (six kills, three aces and a block against Hillcrest), Connor Gapp (27 assists, four kills, one ace, one block), who has transitioned from All-CIF opposite to chief setter in the 6-2 scheme, and fellow junior Dylan Han, an All-CIF hitter now at opposite. “[Last year there was] too much reliance on some of our bigger guys, and we needed to find a way to spread the love, spread the ball,” Hoppe said. “We’ve been able to really grill that in practice and make sure guys were really working hard, getting the middles involved, getting everyone involved, giving everybody a chance to get going. We want those guys as involved as possible.” It was evident in Wednesday’s victory, in which the Lightning shared the ball while using mid-game runs (11-4 in the first set, 8-2 in the second, 14-6 in the third) to pull away from Hillcrest (23-8), an Ivy League co-champion. The service game, led by back-to-back Cryst aces twice in the second set, often handcuffed the Trojans’ attack, and the net battle was won largely through Cryst’s work limiting standout sophomore outside hitter Evan Eugene (10 kills). “We can’t get it in our heads that it’s going to be a breeze again because we were able to win a championship last year,” Manesh said. “Now we’re in a higher division. So we have to push even harder. ... I think we have it in us.” Cryst said it’s “easy to be, like, ‘Oh, we won it last year, we’ll just do it again.’” “It’s easy to be complacent,” he said. “But this is a whole new year, new offense, new guys. And I think that’s also inspiring for some guys, because they’re, like, ‘It’s my turn now to get this. I don’t just have to be behind Jackson hitting a bunch of high balls.’ News Subscribe for unlimited accessSite Map More acreage near Northside neighborhoods may be on its way to becoming industrial Should the Corpus Christi City Council approve the Planning Commission’s recommendation about 7 acres of property in the Washington-Coles area will be rezoned to allow for light industry It would accommodate the Port of Corpus Christi Authority’s plans to join the parcels with connecting properties owned by the agency to develop a roughly 40-acre laydown yard would be adjacent to the Hillcrest neighborhood Nearly 30 people made the journey to City Hall for a Planning Commission meeting on April 30 to speak against designating the property — currently zoned as neighborhood commercial and multifamily development — for heavy industry zoning which had been the original request by port officials had been identified for other kinds of redevelopment — and more industrial activity would hurt the nearby subdivision where people still live The biggest issue is encroachment by heavy industry as well as a property where city officials are seeking to construct a desalination plant a representative of the Hillcrest Residents Association I am locked in in this particular neighborhood,” he said we’re being eaten up bit by bit by the city allowing zoning changes,” he said The propertiesThe majority of the parcels were purchased by the port as part of a voluntary acquisition and relocation program offered to residents in the area according to a city staff report on the requested rezoning The program is part of an agreement that was required to resolve a civil rights complaint that alleged the Harbor Bridge’s construction would disproportionately impact residents of Northside neighborhoods where the new route would follow It was a key piece in moving forward with construction of the now nearly-complete Harbor Bridge Granting industrial rezoning of the 7 acres would allow the port “to consolidate the development site into a unified 40+-acre laydown yard,” a staff report shows Officials are considering using the acreage for a laydown yard “When we conveyed right of way for the Harbor Bridge project we lost operational space within that footprint,” he said “So what we’re trying to do with this project is just make up for what we lost — improve overall cargo efficiency in and out of the port.” Potential storage on site could include wind blades and military cargo A staff report attributes a statement to port officials that “the laydown yard will serve military operations particularly for rolling stock movements.” It’s an “activity that often attracts spectators,” according to the statement “The proximity of public parks will provide an accessible vantage point for residents to observe military cargo operations.” all that cargo goes to the Hooks parking lot,” Esquivel said The neighborhoodMaps show that in some cases the perimeter of the area where the laydown yard is proposed would be less than a quarter mile to residences and churches The city is required to send out notifications to owners of property within 200 feet of the site Most who came to voice their opposition to the rezoning did not report falling in that category but contended that impacts would extend beyond that measurement “Put yourself in our place,” said resident Monna Lytle “I know this is not about Hillcrest; it’s about the rezoning city officials wrote that the rezoning was “well-suited for the intended uses permitted under the proposed zoning district.” “The proposed amendment aligns with existing zoning regulations and neighboring land uses ensuring compatibility with the character of surrounding areas,” it states “The rezoning will not negatively impact adjacent properties Staff has taken into consideration that this is an area in transition.” Both city and port officials have said they do not intend to invoke eminent domain in the neighborhoods actions like the rezoning are “essentially a subterfuge (to) exercise that authority.” “I think the problem is if you look at a hyper-technical distance from where the residences are to where this proposed change is — you’re going to create the circumstance where it’s basically a functional eminent domain even if not a legal eminent domain,” he said While the port had initially requested a rezoning for heavy industry the Planning Commission ultimately voted to recommend rejection of the heavy industry rezoning and instead adopt a recommendation for a light industrial rezoning The commission may make recommendations to the City Council but the City Council has the final decision A vote on the rezoning could come before the council in June While not what port officials had preliminarily requested rezoning the tracts as light industrial would allow what they have identified as the intended purpose The primary distinction between a heavy industry and light industry zoning is manufacturing goods Light industry zoning permits uses such as open storage but not development of facilities such as hydrogen plants Esquivel said the port does not plan on locating crude oil storage on the property Planning Commissioner Michael Miller said that although he did not think it would be detrimental to have a screened laydown site at the property the original request for heavy industrial zoning could allow for many other developments Recommending a light industry rezoning in lieu of a heavy industry rezoning would be a compromise Planning Commissioner Cynthia Salazar Garza voiced concerns about the potential for chemicals on the property and commissioners and the port “need to do the best to our ability for the benefit of Corpus Christi “We need to do everything in our power to be able to make sure that we balance it and take care of it,” she said “because we do hold on to these economic strengths that (Corpus Christi) holds with these amenities.” More: Why does Corpus Christi have a new Harbor Bridge? Here are your questions answered. More: Here's what the city, neighborhood agreed to for Harbor Bridge parks plans More: A neighborhood's message to the city of Corpus Christi: 'Hillcrest will not yield.' More: Northside group opposes eminent domain; local officials say they haven't considered it yet School powwows are common in areas with large Native American populations but Saturday’s powwow at Hillcrest Elementary was a first for Lawrence schools The Hillcrest Intertribal Club Powwow was organized by second grade teacher Shelby Tosee One of the many highlights of the powwow was the potato dance in which two people hold a potato between their foreheads while performing moves as directed by the announcer such as spinning in a circle or holding their arms out like airplane wings The duo that manages to keep their potato from falling to the ground the longest wins The Native American Student Services student ambassadors for the 2025-26 school year were also announced Farve and Alva will participate in various educational cultural and social events while also building their confidence Four other Lawrence schools also now have intertribal clubs: Cordley Elementary Billy Mills Middle School and Lawrence and Free State high schools Click here to learn more about our newsletters first Molly Adams (she/her), photojournalist and news operations coordinator for The Lawrence Times, can be reached at molly@lawrencekstimes.com. 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WATCHFamily remembers Hillcrest High student who died in crash as motivated kind-heartedby Megan Brugger & Mika Miyashima The family of the Hillcrest High School student killed in a crash remembered him as a kind-hearted teen who loved his family and had big plans for his future Utah (KUTV) — The family of the Hillcrest High School student killed in a crash remembered him as a kind-hearted teen who loved his family and had big plans for his future was driving westbound in an SUV on Fort Union Boulevard when he swerved to avoid another vehicle and lost control on the wet roads He was running for student government and worked for the Mayor's Youth City Council MORE on FATAL CRASH: 17-year-old Hillcrest High School student dies in vehicle crash "He wanted to go to the [University of Utah]," his sister "He wanted to do some surgery for people Like learn how to do open heart surgery and stuff like that he wanted to motivate them," Benon said MURFREESBORO — Most press conferences after the close of a team's season don't end with laughter The Sentinels (29-8) repeated as state champions, but it was Hillcrest's first state basketball trophy of any kind, as the school made its first trip to the state tournament in the school's 61-year history "I feel good," first-year coach Dareyon Terrell said They didn't expect us to get all the way here It gives me a desire to go back to the drawing board and come on back." Terrell sat flanked by junior Alex Morgan (11 points) and senior Ja'Coby Lewis who finished with a game-high 26 points for the Vikings (28-4) Terrell thought back to a couple of weeks ago when Lewis hit a half court buzzer-beater at home to send Hillcrest to Murfreesboro One that had just enough light for Lewis to work his magic and "put (Hillcrest) on the map" in Lewis' words "We're the first team to clinch a sub-state game at home and there have been great teams before us Just to be here and be in the atmosphere and see how they played Both Lewis and Morgan were named to the All-Tournament Team That particular duo was another source of post-game glee Not solely because of their dominating play that led two tournament wins but because of the uncomfortable conversation that crafted a dynamic pairing 'you gotta take Alex up under your wing,'" Terrell explained "I think both of them were rebellious to it (I'm) sad to say we're losing Ja'Coby next year but I'm looking for Alex to step up and be a bigger leader Terrell points toward differences in experience as the primary reason for Saturday's defeat Perhaps those that doubted the group months ago will believe too so we just proved them wrong," Morgan said "It hurts to see my kids cry because they think they failed," Terrell said we made it.' We're losing key seniors but we'll be back Wendell Shepherd Jr. is The Commercial Appeal's high school sports beat writer. Reach Wendell at wendell.shepherd@commercialappeal.com or on X @wendellsjr_ Local food culture has finally, mercifully accepted that Mexican food goes far deeper than the albeit almighty taco. Baja seafood is world-class (if you haven’t yet enjoyed fresh lobster in Puerto Vallarta Oaxacan mole tradition stretches back centuries and the Caribbean influence across the Yucatán Peninsula manifests in fresh fruit accompanying things like cochinita pibil just do a quick google search of “restaurants” + “ Mexico City” and you’ll get a glimpse of how wide the wings of Mexican food spread.  That variety is what Origen hopes to show off and proliferate when it opens in Hillcrest this week. It’s the first collaboration between co-founders Franco Mestre and Sebastian Berho who previously launched a number of concepts (like Trattoria Da Sofia in Kensington) is where everything starts,” Mestre explains.  For Mestre, whose family came to San Diego from Mexico City (his father helped open a number of restaurants in San Diego it’s long been a dream to open a place that would redefine people’s notions of what Mexican food can be.  it’s something different and fresh,” Mestre says.  The 3,000-square-foot space seats 90 guests, with a design that expresses the laid-back, Baja beach vibe. “A lot of tans, a lot of beiges, very calming,” explains Mestre, who says he and Berho were inspired by surf trips to the area fueled by fresh seafood at unfussy restaurants “It’s just the art from the local people that live there and the community that it creates in those spaces It’s fantastic… we wanted to replicate something from down there and bring it up here.” March 2 and will be open for dinner service Tuesdays through Sundays from 5 p.m although Mestre says they may quietly soft open this week to work out any kinks He hopes that with a constantly rotating menu people will feel enticed to keep coming back Origen opens its doors next month at 3831 Park Blvd Expect course after course of housemade pastas and other surprises (plus an optional wine pairing) Amber might be the color of my energy that day but hungry will definitely be the state of my being Have breaking news, exciting scoops, or great stories about new San Diego restaurants or the city’s food scene? Send your pitches to [email protected] Beth Demmon is an award-winning writer and podcaster whose work regularly appears in national outlets and San Diego Magazine By clicking subscribe you're confirming that you agree with our Terms and Conditions Email: [email protected] By clicking Subscribe you’re confirming that you agree with our Terms and Conditions Email: [email protected] © Copyright 2023 San Diego Magazine 1230 Columbia Street 11:15 AM | Updated: 11:32 am BY MARY CULBERTSON MIDVALE — After a devastating crash in Midvale Saturday officials announced Monday the 16-year-old driver who died was identified as a student at Hillcrest High School the student was Elijah Exodus Bustamante Martinez with 19-year-old Donny Gabriel Castro Hernandez in the passenger seat known to his family as “Eli,” was described as someone who reached for the stars and encouraged others to do the same Destiny Tovey said he had a way of connecting with people that inspired them “He would look at somebody and he would already build kind of a connection with their spirit before he even talked with them before he got to know them,” she said “And then when he did talk with them he would have those one-on-one conversations of like ‘Who do you want to be in the future?'” “The one thing I always loved about my brother was no matter what race whatever — he always wanted everybody to just find a beautiful afterlife.” Hillcrest High School student Elijah Exodus Bustamante Martinez was killed in a crash in Midvale on March 22 Tovey said Eli had just finished delivering a speech on Friday at Brigham Young University about how to improve writing for teachers and had many meaningful friends he made at both Hillcrest High School and Northridge High School in Layton Eli had also just completed a school project — a video she helped him film “We directed it together,” she said “His goal was to get a Chevy Impala car to be inside of but then he wanted an officer to assist him with the video.” Tovey said she and her husband suggested they get a costume and have one of them act out the role of the officer he had to have a real cop there,” she said “So he did use the school cop at Hillcrest Tovey said the video turned out “fantastic” and she hoped that the school would play it in honor of him Eli was also on the youth city council for the mayor’s office in Midvale Tovey said he founded a writing center there He was also running to become the next student body president “He wanted to be the president because he felt like he could actually influence others in a good way,” she said “And I think he was absolutely right with that In addition to helping others “get their potential in life,” Tovey said he had high ambitions of his own “His goal was to graduate high school with a 4.0 GPA and then go on to the University of Utah and become a surgeon,” she said “And then go to Harvard University after that.” “He really loved his family and his friends and his mother more than anything,” Tovey said He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and would attend every Sunday but he would help others find their own connection to their own higher entity “He wanted everyone in this life to praise each other to help each other,” Bustamante said “Not only that but also while we’re here basically like to reach for the stars.” Tovey said if he had last words for the world “One thing that he would say is … ‘If you ever feel like you’re down if you ever feel like you’re not doing well as a person that you think about me and you think about your goals and you push forward past your inadequacies,” she said “Push past that and move forward because anything is possible.” Eli’s family and friends launched a *GoFundMe to help in their time of need *KSL TV does not assure that the money deposited to the account will be applied for the benefit of the persons named as beneficiaries If you are considering a deposit to the account you should consult your own advisors and otherwise proceed at your own risk Follow @culbertreport_ Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions Search autocomplete is currently not responding UPDATE ON THE NEW HILLCREST SCHOOL PROJECT (2/28/25) The Hillcrest Building Committee has been meeting to move the project forward. The link below will take you to the Board of Education page where you can find the agendas and minutes for this committee’s meetings. They can also be found on the Town website in the Hillcrest Middle School Building Committee Agendas & Minutes section.   There is other information on the Board of Education’s page that will allow you to navigate different aspects of this project and stay up to date with the progress of the Hillcrest Building Project:  https://www.trumbullps.org/about-us/master-plan  "Shall the $142,375,000 appropriation and bond authorization for the planning, design and construction of a new Hillcrest Middle School be approved?" On Tuesday, November 5, 2024, the Town of Trumbull will hold a referendum concerning the question set forth above. Pursuant to the Town Council’s authorization on August 5, 2024, this explanatory text describes the proposed appropriation and bond authorization for the construction of a new Hillcrest Middle School. The referendum question will appear on all ballots, including absentee and early voting, as well as Election Day. 20253 min readChocolate Drops: Hillcrest Country Club Goes Web3Golf architecture news and notes for the week of February 17 Happy Presidents Day to all who celebrate—and especially to the parents who here’s some interesting stuff happening in the golf architecture world right now: → LinksDAO—the cryptocurrency-based company behind Links Golf Club, a digital community consisting of several thousand coin-holding members—announced last week that it had purchased a stake in Hillcrest Country Club in Kansas City when it debuted as a private club with a Donald Ross-designed course Hillcrest went public and became known as a scruffy but high-quality and affordable glimpse of Golden Age golf architecture along with Kansas City-based partner Robb Heineman The new owners will pour approximately $30 million into a transformation of the club’s buildings and a Tripp Davis-led reconstruction of the course the reimagined Hillcrest will reopen in spring 2026 The club will attempt to cultivate a local membership while also offering access to the members of Links Golf Club Web3-powered digital golf club will become common remains to be seen I first heard about the Hillcrest project last November, before LinksDAO came on board. Here’s what I wrote at the time: “The Hillcrest overhaul has me slightly concerned… In spite of the course’s Ross pedigree… Tripp Davis’s plan calls for many of the holes to be rerouted the old course was short by modern standards why not restore the design of an architect who produced about a dozen top-100 courses in his career?” My concerns remain. LinksDAO’s marketing pitch puts Donald Ross’s legacy front and center How does this square with blowing up his actual work If LinksDAO and Heineman don’t believe the current course is good enough to help the club reach its goals I would just prefer that they not keep invoking Ross’s name at the same time → A long-discussed proposal to build a golf facility on the Feddinch Mains property near St. Andrews, Scotland, has received approval from local councilors. According to Golf Course Architecture the development company behind the project and six cottages for guests.” Alvarez & Marsal also owns Hogs Head Golf Club in Ireland and Paako Ridge Golf Club in New Mexico No word so far on whether the company plans to hire an outside golf architect to help with the new St → The Cliffs Kangaroo Island, a destination resort in Australia featuring a course designed by Darius Oliver, dropped an unlisted YouTube teaser a couple of weeks ago Preview play is set to begin in January 2026 → Since Club TFE members sometimes aren’t aware of the public content we publish, I’ll link to my article from last Friday about how the meaning of golf course “restoration” seems to have shifted in recent years Feel free to discuss it in the comments section below → Got five more minutes? 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Something went wrong while submitting the form.Author NameJan 13, 2025DeleteLorem ipsum dolor sit amet FooterA deeper level of golfSign up to our newsletter for fresh takes Mondays Fried Egg Course RatingWe rate golf courses using a three-"Egg" scale a course must be very good; to receive three Most courses will not get any Eggs at all — and this is not meant as an insult Click here to learn more about our rating system and our criteria of Land MURFREESBORO — This year's Hillcrest boys basketball team is historic Regardless of the eventual outcome of the Vikings' first-ever TSSAA state tournament trip in the school's 61-year history one name will be synonymous with the run — Ja'coby Lewis it was a halfcourt buzzer-beater to defeat Middleton in the Class 1A sectionals Lewis' 24 points carried Hillcrest to another piece of history as the Vikings defeated Pickett County 56-39 for the school's first state tournament win in the quarterfinals Hillcrest advances to play Wayne County in the state semifinals on Friday at 11 a.m Lewis made his first eight shot attempts and finished the first half with 20 points. The 5-11 guard finished the game on 9-of-13 shooting and had seven rebounds and three steals. Hillcrest (24-6) held Pickett County (25-8) Mr. Basketball finalist Jacob Amonett to 13 points on 5-of-19 shooting I could see it in his bounce," first-year Hillcrest coach Dareyon Terrell said of Lewis "I saw it the first couple of shots he took the pieces of Hillcrest's story don't always add up to the success they've had: A new coach in Terrell who spent the previous three seasons at Melrose losing the season's first three games with a group that's never tasted this level of playoff success the group forged a sense of togetherness over time but Lewis' leadership and clutch play in the postseason had been the factor in taking the group to the next level it was a big adjustment (coming to Hillcrest) but I knew I had the key guys to get us over the hump," Terrell said he's been the big brother he's supposed to be," Terrell said "He's been very vocal in the locker room lately The shot that enabled Wednesday's star performance hasn't quite registered but it's left him laser-focused on the games that lie ahead me hitting that shot and putting our team into state," Lewis said." I didn't want to force no shots," he said of Wednesday "I just took the shots they gave me and believed in my team We came here to win and put ourselves on the map." Terrell and his group are treating it just like any other game — locking in on film to play the standout defense that held Pickett County to 35% shooting and that's locked opponents up all season since those early-season woes handled our business and made sure we made proper adjustments to get us over the hump," Terrell said of the beginning of the season BIRMINGHAM — Hillcrest girls basketball quest for a state title continues The Lady Patriots never trailed as they took down Daphne, 57-41, on Thursday in the AHSAA Class 6A Final Four Hillcrest punched its ticket to the Class 7A state title game on Saturday at 1 p.m at Legacy Arena where it will play the winner between Central-Phenix City and Hoover The Lady Patriots will be looking to claim their first state title making their first appearance in the state title game Sky Latham led Hillcrest with a double-double of 18 points and 15 rebounds Trinity Braggs netted 13 points and five rebounds Blakely Nixon putting up eight points and 11 rebounds The Lady Patriots shot 29.2% (19-of-65) from the field also outscoring the Trojans 28-16 in the paint Abby Johnson led Daphne with 16 points and six rebounds Kamorya Johnson adding seven points and Victoria Moten six Daphne finished the day shooting 24.1% (13-of-54) from the field the Lady Patriots getting the game started on a 5-0 run They went on to hold Daphne to two first quarter field goals Daphne went on a 9-3 run in the opening minutes of the second quarter to get within single digits but that was followed by a 12-4 Hillcrest run to close out the period LIVE UPDATES: AHSAA basketball championships: Live updates, scores from Alabama Final Four WHAT TO KNOW: AHSAA Final 48: What to know before you go. Schedule, tickets, parking, TV, streaming info Hillcrest opened the third quarter on a 7-0 run behind five Latham points extending its lead to as much as 25 points at the 4:20 mark of the quarter Hillcrest closed the quarter out with an Angel Shelton basket as the buzzer sounded The Lady Patriots started the fourth quarter with a steal and fastbreak basket by Latham Daphne went on to outscore Hillcrest 15-10 but it was never able t get any closer than 16 News of Landmark's Hillcrest Cinemas closing hit me while I was on holiday break I simply did not have the heart to deal with it But the whispered rumors from mid-December are now cold 5 will be your last chance to see a movie on the screens of Hillcrest Cinemas I have so many wonderful memories of films and experiences there The first memory that jumps to mind is attending a press screening for "Reservoir Dogs." I was pregnant and then-manager Steve Russell took me aside with great concern and said that he had heard the film was especially violent He feared it might cause me to go into early labor or irreparably harm the fetus I would duck into the projection booth with my infant so he wouldn't annoy fellow critics Duncan Shepherd and David Elliott I specifically remember watching Mike Leigh's "Naked" from the booth My son does have a penchant for violent action films but I don't think I can blame that on the Hillcrest Cinemas I have witnessed The Unicorn, The Fine Arts, The Guild, The Park, The Cove, The La Jolla Village and The Ken all close the closing of each cinema deeply saddens me — especially because these particular cinemas were not just places to passively watch movies but rather cinema churches where I could join a community of filmgoers to worship at the altar of the holy movie screen we could congregate to discuss our opinions or what the film meant But even faithful cinephiles are getting out of the habit of worshipping in-person A friend posted on Facebook about Hillcrest Cinemas closing and wrote "I used to go to this theater weekly!!" The key phrase is "used to." More and more people are abandoning the ritual of going out to the movies on weekends If die-hard cinephiles are staying home to stream movies or enjoy a new 4K restoration disc in their home theater We will be left with the more impersonal mall theaters showing mainstream Hollywood fare and indie and foreign films will become harder to find on the big screen It opened the multiplex Hillcrest Cinemas in 1991 head of brand and marketing for Landmark Theatres emailed this statement: "Landmark Theatres is constantly evaluating its business strategy and has decided to close our Hillcrest Theatre The last day of operations will be Jan We are proud to have served its community over its many years of operation and thank our dedicated guests and staff." who worked for Landmark from 1985 to 1996 managing multiple cinemas was dedicated to building community around what he called "magic screens — making our cinemas into centers of various local cultures depending on the film program." As he planned his last trip to Hillcrest Cinemas to see "Queer," he told me: "While 'the end of an era' is an overused phrase it surely applies to the closing of the Hillcrest Cinemas There was a time in San Diego when we could speak of 'film culture' as a localized phenomenon made up of the many cineastes who faithfully followed the bookings at the Ken and we chattered for hours in nearby cafes after the movies were over." Although I am devastated by the news of Hillcrest closing There have been a number of harbingers along the way making this seem inevitable The switch from 35mm film to digital projection meant anyone who could push a button could essentially run a film dedicated to inspecting each reel of film and ensuring it looked good on the big screen were skills that would no longer be needed Proft used to decorate the theater lobby with his amazing art inspired by the films playing It was always a joy to see what silhouetted stencil art you might find as you walked up the stairs to the bathroom Sometimes they were mobiles that would spin against a soft backlight I even bought the art he created for the film "Whale Rider," which now hangs in my mom's house It was that personal and passionate touch that made Hillcrest Cinemas such a fabulous place to see movies Cinemas also had to compete more and more with streaming services and on-demand video that catered to the immediate needs of filmgoers who could conveniently watch at home making staying on the couch even more enticing The final blow came with the programming of mainstream Hollywood blockbusters If Hillcrest Cinemas was screening "Barbie," "Deadpool & Wolverine" and "Wicked," what foreign or indie films weren't finding screens in San Diego The Hillcrest Cinemas were also home to FilmOut's monthly film screenings It was the perfect location to showcase LGBTQ+ films to rowdy crowds "The closure of Landmark's Hillcrest Cinemas is indeed a significant loss for the San Diego community particularly for those who value indie cinema and the LGBTQ+ culture it has supported," said Michael McQuiggan FilmOut has had the privilege of screening over 100 films at this venue creating a space where people could gather and celebrate LGBTQ+ stories alongside cult classics that have become beloved by audiences The closing of both Landmark Hillcrest and Landmark Ken Cinema marks the end of an era as these cinemas were vital in preserving and promoting indie films in the area." Ethan Van Thillo, executive director of Media Arts Center, which operates Digital Gym Cinema in East Village the closing of Hillcrest Cinemas is just a trend that we've been seeing for so many years Landmark slowly closed all of their wonderful movie houses here in San Diego you could also see the trend of them screening more and more commercial movies and less independent films in recent years such as Prime and Netflix have forever changed the landscape of cinema here in the U.S audiences completely stopped seeing movies in person Although we've seen some positive signs in recent years with 'Barbie' and other big blockbusters independent movie houses and nonprofits such as ours teach media literacy and educate an entire new generation on how important it is to see independent and foreign movies together and in a movie theater." Russell acknowledged the recent trend away from art house cinemas "Were it not for the Digital Gym Cinema and the outdoor Cinema Under the Stars in Mission Hills It is truly a shame that Landmark Theatres invested so little effort into sustaining the remarkable Hillcrest Cinemas facilities We can only hope that a truly community-oriented entity might find a way to operate them in the future." The future of the cinema after Landmark leaves is uncertain The closure has already created an immediate impact on McQuiggan who has little time to find a new home for FilmOut's monthly film series "It's disheartening to witness the decline of such cherished spaces especially when there are limited alternatives for indie film screenings in the region," McQuiggan said "While venues like The Digital Gym continue to offer a platform for these films mainstream chains often don’t give indie cinema the same level of focus or support." McQuiggan just secured UltraStar Mission Valley Cinemas at Hazard Center for the next FilmOut screening in February getting the FilmOut audience to shift from Hillcrest to Mission Valley will be a challenge "While this loss is painful, there is hope that other venues — Alamo Drafthouse — may step in to revitalize the indie cinema scene in San Diego," McQuiggan added "Many of us who are passionate about indie films and the cultural community they create are hopeful that new opportunities for such venues will arise and once again allow San Diego's film lovers to enjoy the unique experience that indie cinemas provide." While the loss of the Hillcrest Cinemas is sad the venue had been running more mainstream films in recent years That change was another signal of its ultimate demise Van Thillo is passionate about what remains in San Diego the closing means we have to work even harder to bring foreign and independent cinema to the region," he said "It's more important than ever to preserve the in-person communal and big-screen movie-going experience Digital Gym Cinema will continue to bring unique cult independent and foreign movies to local audiences We hope that new audiences find out about our Digital Gym Cinema and those that loved Hillcrest Cinemas will continue to support a movie theater such as ours." I don't want to see more cinema churches close because people "used to" attend services — I mean screenings — in person And I am keeping the faith by volunteering to program films with Film Geeks SD at Digital Gym Cinema Cinema Under the Stars and Comic-Con Museum What’s better than freshly made pico de gallo and warm tortillas made in-store at H-E-B H-E-B stores announced today that they’re planning a new location inside the LBJ loop They’ve purchased the 10-acre office complex at the southeast corner of Hillcrest and 635 and they’re working with neighbors and city officials on planning and rezoning we look forward to connecting with our neighbors and community stakeholders to ensure we create a destination that best supports this community,” said Mabrie Jackson Public Affairs Managing Director for H-E-B and Central Market and we hope to share more details with our neighbors soon.” A subsidiary of H-E-B purchased the property H-E-B has three popular Central Market locations in Dallas but neighbors have beseeched the company for years via social media and email campaign to build an H-E-B store inside the city limits McKinney and Frisco have resulted in neighbors camping out on opening day to be the first customers inside what will you buy when the Hillcrest store opens Southern Living says H-E-B’s Creamy Creations ice cream is on their “best of” list and claims the taste “rivals even Texas based Blue Bell.” Now that’s high cotton like Bakery Scratch Cranberry Pistachio Bread Editors call H-E-B’s fresh guacamole a “personal secret shortcut when hosting,” with a flavor that “could easily beat many restaurants.” The folks at Eat This, Not That! are also big fans of H-E-B, and you may read their full list of favorites here They have high praise for the Meal Simple series in the deli section including the Rotisserie Chicken Salad made with celery with double-roasted cocoa and real chocolate Central Market is owned by H-E-B and the store at Preston Forest carries many H-E-B brand products The nearest open H-E-B is at 6001 Preston Road at Spring Creek Parkway in Plano Hillcrest Educational Center on Old Stockbridge Road in Lenox went on the market for $3.1 million in mid-December The facility serves 29 students with severe cases of autism spectrum disorder and a sale to an undisclosed buyer is now pending When the Hillcrest campus in Lenox went on the market for $3.1 million two months ago president and CEO of Hillcrest Educational Foundation said the nonprofit is not in "any sort of trouble we’re not going out of business," but is rather selling the site because it's no longer serving the school's needs.  dorm and other facilities has an unidentified buyer until the deal is sealed LENOX — A sale of the Hillcrest Educational Center campus on Old Stockbridge Road is pending just over two months after it went on the market Mutual non-disclosure agreements are in place between Hillcrest and the prospective buyer until due diligence and inspections are completed, said Shaun Cusson, president and CEO of the Hillcrest Educational Foundation The asking price reported on Zillow.com, Realtor.com and other real estate sites is $3.1 million The Gilded Age mansion and additional buildings on the 12-acre site is the residential setting for 29 students with profound cases of autism spectrum disorder Hillcrest purchased the property in 1985 for $587,000 ($1,740,000 in today’s money) he confirmed that a sales contract is pending but the confidentiality agreements with the prospective buyer prevent release of any details until the deal is official Cusson said he would provide full information when the transaction is consummated but he stated that “everything is pretty standard for an inspection of a commercial property He has assured parents of the students through letters that that they will be kept in the loop “There’s nothing at all for them to worry about at this stage,” Cusson told The Eagle The facility is staffed for a capacity of 30 students About 140 employees serve the Hillcrest campus When the property at 349 Old Stockbridge Road was listed for sale in mid-December, Cusson asserted that the private nonprofit foundation that operates the school is not in financial distress the mansion has outlived its useful life for its current purpose," he said then He noted that enrollment is about half of what it was a few years ago when many of the 60 students had milder cases of the autism spectrum disorder Students enrolled as of 12 years ago have had more severe cases When the sale of the 12-acre campus is completed, the students would be transferred to “a more modern treatment-friendly facility that both our students and staff deserve," he stated "Our business is quite strong (somewhat sadly),” he explained “We're simply strategizing to someday provide a better space for our students and improve our operation." The asking price reflects about $2 million in maintenance enhancements over the past 10 to 15 years The town’s accessed value of the property is $3,150,100 The site has been marketed for residential use as well as for another nonprofit or school considering its facilities that include a large gym and it's expensive to maintain," Cusson has said "But we've continued to invest and have not deferred important maintenance." The mansion, dating from 1902 and known as Overlee, was built as a weekend retreat for Samuel and Elinor Frothingham and was used as a hunting lodge The property two miles south of downtown Lenox includes 32 bedrooms tennis and pickleball courts3 a dorm-styled building and marble fireplaces Two boarding schools occupied the property starting in the 1950s — the Rockwell Academy and later the Avalon School Clarence Fanto can be reached at cfanto@yahoo.com Hillcrest Educational Centers has received a $15,000 Autism Community Impact Grant from Doug Flutie Jr The campus serves 30 students with severe Autism Spectrum Disorder Hillcrest will relocate the facility elsewhere Shaun Cusson saw working at Hillcrest Educational Centers as a temporary stop on the way to something bigger having recently been named president and CEO The Tavern at the A in Pittsfield is preparing to reopen for food service this May even as the fate of its liquor license remains uncertain after Monday afternoon's Licensing Board meeting  Hancock residents will vote on a 20-item warrant at the 2025 Annual Town Meeting 7 p.m The town election will be held noon to 6 p.m At least 70 job-seekers connected with 18 employers at Lenox's annual job fair Dalton's annual town meeting will begin at 7 p.m The town election will be May 12 at the Dalton Senior Center three men discussed plans for a secret raid that would become America’s first offensive victory in the Revolutionary War locals gathered to commemorate the largely forgotten meeting that helped shape history Becket voters will consider the proposed fiscal 2026 budget adopting the seasonal community designation a bylaw regulating outdoor lighting and other items at the annual town meeting on May 10.  Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: Fort Union Boulevard was closed between 700 East and 900 East due to a crash Utah (KUTV) — A 17-year-old high school student died in a vehicle crash two teenagers were driving in an SUV westbound on Fort Union Boulevard The Unified Police Department said the driver a 17-year-old Hillcrest High School student swerved to miss another vehicle and lost control on the wet roads The SUV hit the rear of a parked semi-truck MORE on VEHICLE CRASH: Troopers respond to rollover crash on I-15 off-ramp in Salt Lake City Their 19-year-old passenger was taken to an area hospital in critical condition Fort Union Boulevard was closed between 700 East and 900 East BIRMINGHAM — Hoover girls basketball came out swinging, and Hillcrest-Tuscaloosa wouldn't go down without a fight Hoover started the scoring with a 3-pointer then a steal added another layup before another three fell putting the Patriots in an 8-0 deficit before a minute of the Class 7A title game had even passed Hoover built a 13-point lead at the end of the first going on a 16-1 run over the second quarter to take a two-point lead into halftime in route to a fifth straight title and a 51-44 win over the Patriots Hillcrest tried to make a late push but could never get any traction in the final quarter The Patriots got the game within five twice with under a minute left It's the fifth straight title for the Lady Bucs and the 11th overall Hillcrest is still looking for its first state title Hoover was led by Kaitlyn Gipson with 17 points and Aaliyah Blanchard with 12 points Hillcrest was led by Blakely Nixon with 17 points and eight rebounds and Jareah Branch with 11 points and seven rebounds hitting just those two 3s in the first minute to build a commanding lead after starting the game on an 18-1 run over the first 6:30 minutes Hillcrest was held to just 17% shooting from the field PAUL W. BRYANT: How a 5-foot-5 MVP powered Paul W. Bryant to AHSAA state basketball championship TUSCALOOSA ACADEMY: 'Couldn't be more proud': Tuscaloosa Academy boys basketball reflects on 2024-25 season Hillcrest improved on that slightly in the second quarter and was led by Jareah Branch with nine points at the half Hoover only took five shots from the field in the second quarter but seven turnovers flipped the game in favor of the Patriots Hoover was led by Aaliyah Blanchard with eight first-half points From the 1:33 mark in the first quarter through halftime Hillcrest held Hoover to no made field goals and just two made free throws Hoover ended that streak with a made layup on its first second-half possession If you look up “restaurant lifer” in the dictionary Michael Simpson’s picture will probably pop up.  The man cut his teeth at Disneyland Paris in his native France But come March, he’ll do something he’s never done before—open his own restaurant. That restaurant is Frenchy’s Hideout, coming to University Avenue in Hillcrest “My whole life is based on creating experiences in hospitality,” he says At The French Gourmet, he saw how diners reacted to the alchemical magic of wine dinners—meeting winemakers talking about regions and soils and varieties and how and why certain wines paired so well with certain foods he kept his eye open for the right spot at the right time When he saw the former Crème de la Crêpe space for sale Frenchy’s Hideout will have a regular dinner menu, but focus primarily on multi-course wine dinners. Simpson will run the wine program to pair with food from chef Eric Radoc, who was chef de cuisine at ARLO at Town and Country Resort and sous chef at 20|Twenty in Carlsbad.  Expect traditional French dishes with a twist “We don’t want to just be a French bistro,” Simpson says there’ll be classic seafood towers and beef Bourguignon but also fresh pastas and some vintage dining-room theatricality “We have a lot of things that are flambéed,” he promises but wine dinners will focus on domestic so winemakers from can attend and guide the experience.  gold accents—and the space somewhat small (Simpson calls it “exclusive”) with 42 dining seats and five bar seats He’s enclosing the patio and adding some fire pit tables for a more intimate “My goal is not just to have food and wine and good service but to have people’s minds blown away,” he says “The ambiance is more of a social place to meet people and travel the world The name Frenchy’s Hideout comes from his early days in the United States when “every single person called me Frenchy.” And “Hideout” because it’s intimate, “a hidden gem kind of thing Frenchy’s Hideout opens at 142 W University Ave Ste C in Hillcrest this March and families are always welcome at AleSmith.  Have breaking news, exciting scoops, or great stories about new San Diego restaurants or the city’s food scene? Send your pitches to [email protected] Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Utah (KUTV) — Community members gathered for a candlelight vigil in honor of Elijah Bustamante-Martínez the high school student who lost his life in a car crash last Saturday The vigil took place at the site of the accident Several members of the community showed up to offer their condolences and pay their respects to Elijah expressed deep gratitude for the support of the community during this difficult time it really hits home how much love is out there," Tobey said and I’m so grateful for all the love and support we’ve received Tovey also remembered her brother as a compassionate individual who always went out of his way to care for others BIRMINGHAM — Hillcrest girls basketball saw its historic season come to an end on Saturday in the AHSAA state basketball championships After two consecutive Final Four appearances the Lady Patriots broke through to play for a state title this season in their first year competing in Class 7A Hillcrest ultimately fell short of a state title The Buccaneers claimed their fifth-straight state championship The Lady Patriots had to battle from behind after a tough first quarter in which they trailed 18-1 at one point outscoring Hoover 16-1 to take a 22-20 lead into the break Hoover regained the lead with a 17-7 third quarter extending its advantage to as much as eight points Hillcrest continued to push in the final minutes outscoring Hoover 15-14 in the fourth quarter This was the second time Hillcrest met Hoover this season with the Lady Patriots previously defeating the Buccaneers 64-60 on January 20 "I'm really proud of this group," head coach Nick Browder said postgame "They hit us in the mouth early; the first quarter kind of got us off schedule a little bit I told these girls in the locker room they had every reason to call it right there Junior guard Blakeley Nixon led Hillcrest with 17 points and eight rebounds while senior guard Jareah Branch was the only other Hillcrest player to score in double digits with 11 points and seven rebounds Nixon and Branch were both named to the all-tournament team "I really have no regrets about this game," Branch said "Everybody left everything they had on the court BRYANT BOYS BASKETBALL: How a 5-foot-5 MVP powered Paul W. Bryant to AHSAA state basketball championship TA BOYS BASKETBALL: 'Couldn't be more proud': Tuscaloosa Academy boys basketball reflects on 2024-25 season It was a season that saw Hillcrest go undefeated up until the end of January Area 5 regular-season and area tournament title Bob Jones (51-49) and Daphne (57-40) in the postseason as it made a run for the state title "Something I will cherish for the rest of my life." It marks the end of historic careers for the four Lady Patriots seniors: Branch Hillcrest can return the remaining six members of its roster including two starters in Nixon and sophomore Sky Latham I'm proud of them and the way we finished." While their season didn't end with a Blue Map the future of Hillcrest girls basketball remains bright SAN DIEGO (KGTV) — It's been 14 years in the making and ground has officially been broken for the Pride Promenade in Hillcrest It's a project funded by the City of San Diego and overseen by the San Diego Association of Governments or SANDAG It will convert Normal Street from University and Lincoln Avenues into a pedestrian promenade and rainbow-colored bikeway city councilors and leaders in the LGBTQ community broke ground Sunday on the promenade "We really want to create a destination here in Hillcrest and this is going to become one of San Diego's great spaces So by creating a place that draws people in and broadcasts what we are about in Hillcrest we are really benefiting everybody," said Benjamin Nicholls the executive director of the Hillcrest Business Association sharing how the project is another exciting step forward into making Hillcrest a vibrant neighborhood The project is just shy of $30 million and a big chunk of that funding comes from parking meters Gloria is excited to see this vision become reality "It is my good luck that I get to be mayor when some of these projects are coming into fruition after many many years and in some cases many decades of hard work by elected and community leaders," said Gloria Leif Gensert lives in North Park but bikes to Hillcrest for groceries "I love that we have pedestrian infrastructure right in the heart of Hillcrest and I think it's going to be great especially for events like the farmer's market that's happening every Sunday," said Leif "We are planning a daily activity roster," said Nicholls "We're going to obviously have the farmer's market on Sundays but every day we're going to have activities from movie nights to yappy hours There's going to be a whole roster of activities We're also working on a plan to allow folks to get married in this space This is going to be an active and energetic space." And it's only fitting that space had an equally energetic kickoff event "It was just great vibes all around," said Leif The promenade will also have a children's play area Combining her signature rustic style with a contemporary palette Joanna makes this tiny cottage feel bright and airy Renovated by interior designer Joanna Gaines Texas features an impressive 20th-century house and several acres of land And nestled into the lush greenery of the estate is Hillcrest Cottage a tiny rental that's a lesson in small space design airy feel that's synonymous with the rustic cottage aesthetic Take a tour around the cozy yet open rooms of this beautiful rental property, and for those who aren't quite satisfied just with the pictures for inspiration, you can rent it on Airbnb and experience the beauty of Hillcrest in person Embracing the property's traditional architecture, Joanna has opted for a classic white for the cottage's exterior paint color a clever choice that makes the small building feel elongated and larger Guests are met with a charming pair of black-painted shutters and potted trees framing and softening the entrance She's still embraced the classic architectural features but she's breathed some life into the room by opting for delicate neutral pieces Joanna has grounded the otherwise soft, neutral color palette and followed black-and-white room ideas adding accent black furniture to avoid an overly traditional feeling cottage The white-painted walls allow for these darker pockets that vary the palette and make the space feel contemporary Joanna keeps the wooden accents (like the beams and mantel) bare to provide warmth and an organic feel The modern farmhouse dining room is situated within the living room Above the wooden dining table hangs a floral triptych that frames the space and adds to the earthy but a large potted tree in a woven basket makes the area feel laid-back and inviting tying in with the other plants dotted around the space opening up the space and making it feel brighter The wooden accents tie in with the rest of the space and nod to the classic cottage style adding warmth and character that contrasts against the grey palette not only adding some character into the space but also creating the illusion that the room is longer Acknowledging the minimal style of the kitchen Joanna has ensured to bring some intricacy and personality by incorporating a nature-inspired wallpaper reminiscent of Hillcrest's luscious grounds Joanna has ensured that every space feels light and bright, tricking the eye by making the rooms feel bigger using white. The same goes for the bedroom. Despite straying from typical cottage bedroom ideas the master bedroom still feels cozy despite its neutral palette Using plenty of vintage wall art and plants Joanna has given the space some character while still following a relatively minimal design The linen bedding, large potted plants, and rattan blinds add to the space's serenity and give the room a modern organic feel Its natural earthiness pairs beautifully with the white walls The vintage-style rug cozies the space with some softness while bringing some pattern to contrast against the simple bedding bringing some much-needed variation and richness that pairs beautifully with the gold hardware You can really tell that the space has been designed as a whole there's a effortless flow from room to room She's followed a similar color palette and used similar materials and decor in each individual room to make each area feel cohesive and connected yet still like its own zone The sink is made of marble (like the kitchen's countertops) Joanna has gone for a classic cottage garden look using a simple wooden pergola and a set of comfy loungers Mirroring the warm wooden beams in the cottage the pergola is a clever way to connect the interior to the garden Connected to the living room with classic French doors Vibrant shrubs are scattered around the perimeter bringing color and vibrancy that pairs beautifully with the minimal furniture Joanna features several round coffee tables like this one in the living room the Louise table is the perfect way of decorating with black in small doses An easy way of making a property feel cozy is by decorating with art Joanna opts for black and white prints like this vintage-inspired tree landscape and scatters them on the walls You'll notice a few woven baskets in the Hillcrest Cottage Whether you're filling yours with a potted plant of some cozy blankets a basket is a handy (and stylish) addition to any home of any style this textured ceramic vase feels vintage and will elevate any plain surface Joanna features a pair of rustic white vases like this one in the dining room filling them with some branches for a modern organic look The wooden bar stools in the kitchen bring an earthiness to the gray color scheme this set of bar stools ticks all the boxes with their leather cushions and asymmetrical legs midcentury elegance at an affordable price Printed rugs do a great job of softening a space Joanna recognizes this by using two like this one in the living room and the bedroom the intricate pattern will bring some intricacy to an empty floor and pair beautifully with wood furniture Design expertise in your inbox – from inspiring decorating ideas and beautiful celebrity homes to practical gardening advice and shopping round-ups Eleanor RichardsonInterior Design News EditorI am the Interior Design News Editor at Homes and Gardens covering mainly US-based designers and trending news stories My love for interiors began when I interned in an interior design studio My passion grew while working in production where I sourced beautiful locations for photoshoots and campaigns I enjoy collecting antique decor and mid-century furniture for my home you will then be prompted to enter your display name Falling tree limbs in Birmingham kills one person (WBMA) — The Cameron Tyler Prince Legacy Foundation is hosting a blood drive in honor of Prince Organizers said participants can donate blood for a e-gift card in support of the Cameron Tyler Prince Legacy Scholarship 16-year-oldPrince died unexpectedlyin November of 2021 after having complications while having surgery at UAB Hospital according to his mother Tammy Hopson-Prince HENDERSONVILLE — Stepp’s Hillcrest Orchard invites everyone to Tulip Blossom Days a springtime pick-your-own tulip experience happening now through mid-April this event is a picture-perfect way to celebrate the season Guests can enjoy a variety of seasonal activities while soaking in the mountain views From classic yard games like corn hole and croquet to browsing the fieldside shop and of course savoring Stepp’s fresh apple cider donuts Spring flower arranging workshops teach guests how to create their own bouquets using tulips they pick themselves and other spring blooms Watercolor workshops invite kids and adults to capture the beauty of the season on canvas in a beginner-friendly setting Farmer-led wagon tours give a behind-the-scenes look at this working farm’s seasonal growing practices More: PHOTOS: Tulips and other flowers in full bloom on Main Street Tulip Blossom Days is open from 11 a.m.-4 p.m workshop sign-ups and tour reservations are available at https://steppapples.com/plan-a-visit/u-pick/tulips/ Stepp’s Hillcrest Orchard is located at 170 Stepp Orchard Drive The family-run farm offers u-pick experiences throughout the year By Amber GaudetTransportation and mobility reporter The closure was originally expected to end January 23 but the reopening was postponed two weeks because of a delayed equipment delivery that resulted in the new Hillcrest stormwater pump station not being fully operational “With the forecast rain over the next 10 days decided to delay the partial reopening of Hillcrest,” both parties said in a January 23 joint statement Breaking NewsGet the latest breaking news from North Texas and beyond GoogleFacebookBy signing up you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy Hillcrest Road will eventually reopen with one lane of traffic in each direction in the inside lanes before opening multiple lanes at McCallum to the north and Wester Way to the south Medians will separate the open lanes with a 25 mph speed limit Electronic signs will alert drivers of any upcoming changes to roadway access though major construction in the area is primarily completed Pedestrians will have access to a designated temporary walkway on the east side of the roadway barrier wall The fully constructed sidewalk is expected to open in February The DART Silver Line is a 26-mile commuter rail running through Grapevine DART is performing segmented testing of the line with passenger service expected to begin in early 2026 She's produced award-winning business and investigative work including a housing series that led to a federal inquiry and Texas state law change in 2023 Amber holds a master's degree from the University of North Texas' Mayborn School of Journalism