Rita Cook
 
Children learn about healthy environmentalism at schools and libraries
What do children learn at school or even the public library about being a better environmental steward. You might be surprised. Some local cities have public...
Rita Cook - Freelance Writer     Jun 12 2017
IKEA’s Sustainability Plan in Grand Prairie
The southern part of Dallas County is certainly all abuzz about the upcoming opening of the IKEA store in Grand Prairie, but the popular home furnishings...
Grand Prairie iReporter     May 26 2017
IKEA’s Sustainability Plan in Grand Prairie
The southern part of Dallas County is certainly all abuzz about the upcoming opening of the IKEA store in Grand Prairie. But the popular home furnishings...
Rita Cook - Freelance Writer     May 26 2017
Memorial Day Recipes for Hope Help Families All Year Long
Memorial Day is a time to remember and also a time to be thankful. If you are looking for a way to give back this weekend, here’s a chance to get a good meal...
Park Cities iReporter     May 26 2017
Memorial Day Recipes for Hope Help Families All Year Long
Memorial Day is a time to remember and it is also a time to be thankful. If you are looking for a way to give back this weekend here’s a chance to get a good...
Rita Cook - Freelance Writer     May 26 2017
May’s Many Reasons to Get Outdoors and Enjoy the DFW Area
The Dallas area and the month of May are loaded this year with all kinds of ways to taste, see, and experience the great outdoors. Here are a few upcoming ideas...
Addison iReporter     May 14 2017
May’s Many Reasons to Get Outdoors and Enjoy
The Dallas area and the month of May are loaded this year with all kinds of ways to taste, see and experience the great outdoors. Here are a few upcoming ideas...
Rita Cook - Freelance Writer     May 14 2017
Countdown to Cinco de Mayo
It’s the perfect celebration in Texas. It’s also the perfect time to enjoy a margarita while chilling with friends and learning a little more about the culture...
Rita Cook - Freelance Writer     May 3 2017
Methodist Mansfield Medical Center Helps Student Athletes
It was last summer when Senior Lake Ridge High School football player Alex Ordaz went in for his annual sports physical and echocardiogram. He and his family...
Mansfield iReporter     Apr 27 2017
Methodist Mansfield Medical Center Helps Student Athletes
It was last summer when Senior Lake Ridge High School football player Alex Ordaz went in for his annual sports physical and echocardiogram. He and his family...
Rita Cook - Freelance Writer     Apr 27 2017
Tonight’s “I Am Battle Comic” Documentary Gives 100% of Proceeds to Charity
For those interested in supporting the National Military Family Association , tonight will mark a good time to do it. The Landmark Magnolia Theatre will be...
Dallas Uptown iReporter     Apr 25 2017
Tonight’s “I Am Battle Comic” Documentary Gives 100% of Proceeds to Charity
For those interested in supporting the National Military Family Association tonight will mark a good time to do it. The Landmark Magnolia Theatre will be...
Rita Cook - Freelance Writer     Apr 25 2017
Peepin at the Coops This May
If you thought Dallas was just one big urban jungle, you were wrong and not considering the fact that East Dallas is home to quite a number of city chickens....
Dallas Uptown iReporter     Apr 21 2017
Peepin at the Coops this May
If you thought Dallas was just one big urban jungle you would be wrong. Not considering the fact that East Dallas is home to quite a number of city chickens....
Rita Cook - Freelance Writer     Apr 21 2017
Earth Day Reminds Us to Think Eco
While it would be nice if every day were Earth Day, sometimes it’s hard to keep it going on a regular basis. Earth Day on April 22 is always a good time to sit...
Park Cities iReporter     Apr 19 2017
Earth Day Reminds Us to Think Eco
While it would be nice if every day was Earth Day, sometimes it’s hard to keep it going on a regular basis. Earth Day on April 22 is always a good time to sit...
Rita Cook - Freelance Writer     Apr 16 2017
Where to Brunch, Lunch and do Dinner at Easter This Year
Easter is right around the corner and you’re wondering where you can go so you don’t have to end up doing the dishes. Here’s a roundup of some of Dallas’ fun...
Rita Cook - Freelance Writer     Apr 7 2017
Savor the Tastes of Dallas
Get ready to savor some of Dallas’ best eats at this year’s Savor Dallas event. The festival will take place from April 6 to 9 and is in its 13th year. With...
Rita Cook - Freelance Writer     Mar 26 2017
Local Museums Spring into Spring Break
It’s springtime in Dallas and never a better time to visit local museums for an education and a good time. From a spring break camp this week to a look at some...
Rita Cook - Freelance Writer     Mar 12 2017
Spring Break Gets Real in Dallas
Spring breakers are you looking for something to do this week? Here are some of our best spring break ideas we’ve rounded up if you are staying in Dallas, but...
Rita Cook - Freelance Writer     Mar 12 2017
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