FEAT U RES

46 GARDENING 101

East Dallas students dig outdoor science classes that offer both fun and fundamentals. 50 REDEMPTION ROAD

A neighborhood improvement group has grown into the far-reaching, crime-preventing Ferguson Road Initiative.

58 A STAR IS BORN

A seventh-grader from Lakewood makes her big-screen debut. IN department columns only in 4 / opening remarks10 / letters14 / grab-bag17 / happenings26 / food + wine28 / news + notes69 / worship70 / scene + heard71 / crime77 / last word78 advertising the goods24 / dining guide29 / health resources60

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