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Methodist Dallas Medical Center in Oak Cliff is the first hospital in the nation to receive a pancreatic surgery certification by the Joint Commission, and the first hospital in Texas to receive a pancreatic cancer certification. To earn the distinction, the hospital had to show that patients had positive outcomes and better quality of life after treatment. Methodist surgeons use robotics to perform the most common form of treatment for pancreatic cancer, a surgery known as the Whipple procedure. Using minimally invasive robotics allows for quicker recovery time so that patients can enter chemotherapy and other post-surgery treatment sooner. Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest forms of cancer; more than 70 percent of patients die within the first year of diagnosis, according to pancan.org. Fewer than 6 percent survive five years after diagnosis.

City Hall

The city restored funding to libraries in the most recent budget, which means that neighborhood libraries are getting more hours, including the North Oak Cliff Library and the Hampton-Illinois Library Both libraries will be open seven days a week starting Monday, April 5. They also added some late hours to support students. The North Oak Cliff library will be open until 8 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday, and the Hampton-Illinois library Monday-Wednesday.

The Oak Cliff streetcar had been scheduled to open this month, but delays with the car manufacturer have pushed the opening back to April at the earliest. Keith Manoy, the city’s assistant director of mobility, says the cars are expected to arrive in March. After that, they must be tested for several weeks. Once testing begins, the city and DART will have a better idea of when the streetcar could open, but for now, it’s looking like April. An open house in February or March will inform the public of what to expect with streetcar service.

A $1 million overhaul of the sidewalks along West Davis from Zang to Montclair could begin to take shape this year. The city’s public works department had been expected to schedule community meetings to receive input as soon as 30 percent of the design work has been completed, sometime in February. The city has $979,000 in TIF money for projects to improve the West Davis corridor. Neighbors wanted streetlights, trees and other amenities. But the City Design Studio discovered in 2013 that the funds were just enough to create continuous sidewalks along the corridor. Construction could begin in October, and if so, the sidewalks could be completed in April 2016.

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Lakehill Preparatory School

Leading to Success. 2720 Hillside Dr., Dallas 75214 / 214.826.2931 / lakehillprep.org Kindergarten through Grade 12 - Lakehill Preparatory School takes the word preparatory in its name very seriously. Throughout a student’s academic career, Lakehill builds an educational program that achieves its goal of enabling graduates to attend the finest, most rigorous universities of choice. Lakehill combines a robust, college-preparatory curriculum with opportunities for personal growth, individual enrichment, and community involvement. From kindergarten through high school, every Lakehill student is encouraged to strive, challenged to succeed, and inspired to excel.

ST. ELIZABETH OF HUNGARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL

4019 S. Hampton Rd. Dallas 75224/ 214.331.5139 / www.saintspride.com / PK3-8th Grade. St. Elizabeth of Hungary offers a full day curriculum for PK3-8th Grade, including English Language, Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies, Religion, Technology, Athletics, Art, Music, Spanish, and Library. Caring teachers enhance curriculum with individualized attention and hands-on interactive participation. St. Elizabeth is a model of diversity, rich, and reflective of the ethnic and economic composition of the community it serves. Join us for an informational school tour and see for yourself how easy it is to become a Saint! Call 214.331.5139 for information.

ST. JOHN’S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL

848 Harter Rd., Dallas 75218 / 214.328.9131 / stjohnsschool.org

Founded in 1953, St. John’s is an independent, co-educational day school for Pre-K through Grade 8. With a tradition for academic excellence, St. John’s programs include a challenging curriculum in a Christian environment along with instruction in the visual and performing arts, Spanish, German, French, and opportunities for athletics and community service. St. John’s goal for its students is to develop a love for learning, service to others, and leadership grounded in love, humility, and wisdom. Accredited by ISAS, SAES, and the Texas Education Agency

Ribbon-cutting pose

Sync Yoga and Wellbeing owner Jennifer Lawson cuts the ribbon during a ceremony at the grand opening of the studio’s new space at Sylvan Thirty in February. Holding the ribbon are Dustin Thibodeaux and Lawson’s husband, Charles Gaby, who co-owns Sync.

CLASSES/TUTORING/ LESSONS

PIANO LESSONS All ages & levels. Over 20 years experience. Oak Cliff area. Call Tim at 214-989-7093

Employment

AIRLINE CAREERS Get FAA Approved Maintenance Training At Campuses Coast To Coast. Job Placement Assistance. Financial Aid For Qualifying Students. Military Friendly. AIM 866-453-6204

Services For You

DISH TV RETAILER Starting at $19.99/month (for 12 months) & High Speed Internet starting at $14.95/month (where available) Save. Ask about Same Day Installation 1-800-615-4064

Legal Services

A WILL? THERE IS A WAY Estate/Probate matters. Free Consultation. 214-802-6768 MaryGlennAttorney.com

Professional Services

EAST DALLAS CPA Tax and Accounting For Small Businesses And Individuals Ragan McCoy, CPA 214-202-6525 ragan@eastdallascpa.com

FARMERS INSURANCE CALL JOSH JORDAN 214-364-8280. Auto, Home, Life Renters.

JAMES H. DOLAN, MA, L.P.C Therapist, Executive Coach 214-629-6315. Individuals, couples & teens.LGBT

Pet Services

In-Home Professional Care

Customized to maintain your pet’s routine In-Home Pet Visits & Daily Walks “Best of Dallas” D Magazine Serving the Dallas area since 1994 Bonded & Insured www.societypetsitter.com 214-821-3900

BUY/SELL/TRADE

TEXAS RANGERS AND DALLAS STARS front row seats. Share prime, front-row Texas Rangers and Dallas Stars tickets (available in sets of 10 games). Prices start at $105 per ticket (sets of 2 or 4 tickets per game available) Seats are behind the plate and next to the dugouts for the Rangers: seats are on the glass and on the Platinum Level for the Stars. Other great seats available starting at $60 per ticket. Entire season available except for opening game; participants randomly draw numbers prior to the season to determine a draft order fair for everyone. Call 214-560-4212 or rwamre@advocatemag.com

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Pet Services

DUKE CANINE Certified Behaviorist & Trainer. Board/Train. Indoor kennels. www.dukecanine.com or 214-529-2598

SMART DOG DALLAS Daycare, Boarding, Training, Chauffeur. 214-884-7529

TOP CASH FOR CARS Any Car, Truck. Running or Not. Call for Instant Offer. 1-800-454-6951

ESTATE/GARAGE SALES

ALL POINTS PROPERTY SERVICES Estate / Moving Sales. Cleanouts. Moving organization. We Can Help! 972-686-7919