North Texas

Nov 07 2018, MINNIE PAYNE

Styrofoam recycling drop-off held in Lucas

The grassroots recycling drop-off in Lucas accepts #6 styrofoam items on the first Saturday of the month. Photo by Julie Thibodeaux.

Nov. 7, 2018

With a population of 7,493, Lucas is small compared to nearby urban hubs like Plano and Dallas. But when it comes to recycling, Lucas is taking some big steps. Thanks to some dedicated volunteers, Lucas is one of the first North Texas cities to have its own styrofoam recycling drop-off.

That's a 180-turn from last year, when the city of Lucas announced it was going to end curbside recycling.

Nov 06 2018, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Green Source DFW to receive Peacemaker Award

Green Source DFW and Memnosyne Institute celebrate their 2018 Media Accountability Award from the Dallas Peace and Justice Center. Green Source DFW educates on North Texas environmental issues, uniting the community. The 2018 Peacemaker Awards Banquet honors notable local peacemakers and justice seekers in Dallas in Dec.

Nov 02 2018, Julie Ryan

Edible yard draws fans and flak in Addison

Peggy Ploss's front yard in Addison is filled with fruits, vegetables and flowers - but not grass. Photos by Dave Hall.

Nov. 2, 2018

An edible landscape shelters the front of Peggy Ploss’s duplex in Addison, an upscale North Dallas suburb.

Plants are tucked under closely packed trees, vining skyward, filling raised beds, spreading underfoot, spilling down to the curb – on a street of manicured lawns and pruned shrubs.

There’s not a blade of lawn grass to be found.

Oct 30 2018, GREEN TIP GUY

Green Tip Guy: Use every part of the pumpkin

Jason shows you how to responsibly dispose of a Halloween pumpkin.

Oct 29 2018, RITA COOK

Grand Prairie hosts fundraiser for school recycling

The Plastic Free Plan-It fundraiser will raise money to pay for recycling bins in Grand Prairie ISD. Photo by Storyblock.

Oct. 29, 2018

Can you imagine a world without plastic pollution? The folks in Grand Prairie want to do their part with help from a fundraiser on Nov. 3.

Oct 26 2018, Julie Ryan

Sierra Club scrutinizes candidates on Texas ballot

The Sierra Club's Lone Star PAC supports state and local candidates on a nonpartisan basis. Photo by Julie Thibodeaux.

Oct. 26, 2018

Oct 24 2018, RITA COOK

Plant-based fair food is star of Texas Veggie Fair

Tough Cookie Bakery will be serving their popular vegan Corn Dogs, Fried Pickles, Fried Newman-O's, and Pretzel Brats. Photo by Sylvia Elzafon Photography.

Oct. 24, 2018

Texans are learning to love their veggies.

How else can you explain the popularity of the Texas Veggie Fair now in its ninth year?

Oct 23 2018, JULIE THIBODEAUX

Richardson author says veg diet expresses 'Resistance'

Richardson author Carol Adams and dietitian Virginia Messina co-wrote "Protest Kitchen," promoting veganism as activism against environmental and social injustices. They highlight the link between food choices and climate change, offering a 30-day guide with plant-based recipes to encourage dietary shifts toward justice and compassion.

Oct 17 2018, Anna Clark

Dallas attorney updates popular Texas camping guide

Dallas author and camping guru Wendel Withrow reveals how to prepare for adventure, avoid alligators and escape civilization. Photos courtesy of the author.

Oct. 17, 2018

Dallas-based author Wendel Withrow wrote the definitive guide for tent-camping in the Lone Star State a decade ago. Now the attorney-turned-outdoor enthusiast offers more wisdom and experience in his second edition, released this year by Menasha Ridge Press.