Jillian Nachtigal

Dallas

Reporter at Wise County Messenger

Freelance Writer at Pro Football Network

Reporter/Editor @Advocate_OC | Former: @PFN365, @WCMessenger, @DentonRC | @MaybornUNT grad | #porvida

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Articles

Flamenco Fever Presents the 10th Annual Paella y Pasión at new La Cantera Arts Conservatory

6 days ago | oakcliff.advocatemag.com | Jillian Nachtigal

Flamenco Fever is excited to announce its annual Paella y Pasión Spanish Cookout and Local Artist Showcase on Sunday, May 18, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.The event will feature live dance, music performances, family-themed activities, and delicious paella from local chefs. Paella y Pasión is a free indoor and outdoor community event that will be held in front of and behind La Cantera, Flamenco Fever’s expansive new headquarters located at Kessler Hills Shopping Center, 1050 N Westmoreland Road, Ste.
Easter Egg hunts happening in Oak Cliff

1 week ago | oakcliff.advocatemag.com | Jillian Nachtigal

Easter is coming up this weekend, and there are several egg hunts happening in and around Oak Cliff. Arcadia Recreation Center5420 S. Arcadia Dr. Saturday April 1911 a.m. – 1 p.m.Egg hunting, golden egg prizes, craft corner and more. The Shops at RedbirdSaturday April 1911 a.m. – 3 p.m.Free treats, face painting, pictures with Big Bunny and an egg hunt.
Extended Hours at Oak Cliff Municipal Center as Transition to DallasNow Begins

1 week ago | oakcliff.advocatemag.com | Jillian Nachtigal

As the City of Dallas Planning & Development department prepares to transition to DallasNow, the office hours at Oak Cliff Municipal Center have been extended for two weeks, beginning April 14. Online services and in-person services, including all permitting, engineering review processes, payment collection and certain online scheduling will be unavailable from Friday, April 25 at 4 p.m. to Sunday, May 4, 2025, in addition to many limited operations.
2 killed in Tuesday afternoon shooting

1 week ago | oakcliff.advocatemag.com | Jillian Nachtigal

By Jillian Nachtigal|April 16th, 2025| Two people were killed in a shooting that occurred Tuesday afternoon in Oak Cliff. Officers responded to a call about a shooting in the 500 block of Bizerte Avenue at about 4:10 p.m., according to a statement from Dallas police. When officers arrived, they found two people who had been shot. Police said both victims died at the scene.
Michael Igo leaves Dallas Police Department

1 week ago | oakcliff.advocatemag.com | Jillian Nachtigal

Interim Dallas police Chief Michael Igo announced his retirement Wednesday during a speech at City Hall, just days after a new police chief was selected. Dallas City Manager Kimberly Bizor Tolbert ultimately decided to name Daniel Comeaux, the Special Agent in Charge of the DEA’s Houston Field Division, the city’s next police chief. Igo, 58, has led the Dallas Police Department in the six months since former Chief Eddie García left the job for Austin city management.
Sheraton Dallas Hotel welcomes Miguel Neira as Executive Chef

1 week ago | oakcliff.advocatemag.com | Jillian Nachtigal

Sheraton Dallas has welcomed Miguel Neira, based out of Trinity Groves, as the new Executive Chef. With over 16 years in the hospitality industry, Neira will oversee all aspects of the hotel’s food operations, including the management of banquet facilities and four distinctive food and beverage outlets. Neira brings a passion for culinary innovation, leading an energized kitchen to develop unique, seasonal menus that are globally inspired while using only fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
Bike lanes near Rosemont Elementary School approved

1 week ago | oakcliff.advocatemag.com | Jillian Nachtigal

On Wednesday, a project with more than a decade of planning involved received approval from the City of Dallas that will add dedicated bike lanes near busy Rosemont Elementary School. In January, the Davis Garden TIF Board approved the final funding of $1 million for the Rosemont Safe Routes to School project. Construction is expected to start in summer 2025 and be completed by early 2026.
Oak Cliff Chamber of Commerce to move locations

1 week ago | oakcliff.advocatemag.com | Jillian Nachtigal

As the Oak Cliff Chamber of Commerce continues to grow, so does the need for space. The Chamber will be relocating to a new office in the RedBird area. “We have truly appreciated being a tenant of Jim Lake Companies and are grateful for their support during our time at the Oak Cliff Tower,” the Chamber said in a statement. “We are incredibly excited about the opportunities this move will bring and look forward to continuing to serve our community in even greater ways.
Dallas City Manager names Daniel Comeaux new Dallas Police Department Chief of Police

1 week ago | oakcliff.advocatemag.com | Jillian Nachtigal

Today, Dallas City Manager Kimberly Bizor Tolbert named Daniel Comeaux as the Dallas Police Department’s next Chief of Police, effective Wednesday, April 23. Comeaux is a 33-year law enforcement veteran, currently serving as Special Agent in Charge (SAC) of the Drug Enforcement Administration’s Houston Field Division, overseeing 12 offices throughout Texas, including Houston, San Antonio, and Austin.
Dallas City Manager names Justin Ball Chief of Dallas Fire-Rescue

2 weeks ago | oakcliff.advocatemag.com | Jillian Nachtigal

Today, City of Dallas City Manager Kimberly Bizor Tolbert appointed Interim Chief Justin Ball to serve as the next Chief of Dallas Fire-Rescue (DFR), effective on April 23, 2025. Thirty-two candidates applied to the position. The list was narrowed to four semifinalists, including current and former Fire Chiefs and executives, all of whom participated in a series of meet and greets and feedback panels. “Chief Ball has a demonstrated track record of strong leadership.