Nynva Joyce Wright
AUGUST 26, 1939 – NOVEMBER 23, 2025 As we say goodbye to our friend and neighbor, Nynva Wright, we will always remember and cherish her sweet, sweet smile and generous spirit.
Continue readingWest Kessler Cares Donates Backpacks
In an effort spearheaded by Jonathan Saxer and Joseph Beckham and through a donation made by residents and Bank of America, West Kessler Cares was able to donate 264 backpacks to local schools to assist children and families. With the help of neighboring communities, West Kessler Cares was able to
Continue readingNew Addition to Annie Stevens Park
We are proud to welcome the newest addition to the neighborhood, the water fountain at Annie L. Stevens Park. The fountain is proudly supported by the West Kessler Neighborhood Association, Stevens Park Estates Neighborhood Association, North Oak Cliff Greenspace, and made possible in part by a grant from the Old Oak Cliff Conservation League.
Continue reading2017 Energy-Saving Trees Program Opens
Free shade trees available to all homeowners in Oncor service territory For the sixth straight summer, Oncor is offering all homeowners in its service territory two free shade trees as part of the Energy-Saving Trees program in partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation. When visiting ArborDay.org/Oncor, customers can use an online mapping
Continue readingGreenspace Water Fountain
The water fountain that we paid for with Greenspace and SPENA should be installed within a couple of weeks.
Continue readingThe Solicitor’s Season
As of January 22, 2014, the Dallas City Council passed an ordinance requiring anyone soliciting within the city limits of Dallas to register with and obtain a solicitor’s permit from the City of Dallas. The only exceptions to this ordinance would be charitable and non-profit organizations. The City of Dallas
Continue readingCarwash proposed for West Davis behind Metro Diner
A company that wants to build a carwash in Oak Cliff has requested a zoning change for a vacant lot on West Davis at Tennant. Frank S. Nuchereno submitted an application to build a 3,500-square-foot “tunnel carwash” and 20,000 feet of surface parking lot at 517 N. Tennant, behind Metro Diner.
Continue readingThe Spring Symposium: Making Oak Cliff Even Better
Oak Cliff continues to evolve into a strong and diverse urban community. This is due not only to its one-of-a-kind natural beauty and aesthetic, but also due to the diverse group of citizens that remain fully engaged and empowered within the community. Keeping Oak Cliff real means protecting and maintaining
Continue readingEvan Engwall | Teacher of the Year at Central Elementary School
West Kessler Neighborhood Association‘s own Evan Engwall has been named Teacher of the Year at Central Elementary School! Evan is a math teacher at Central Elementary that serves the at-risk students in the math center. He is admired for reaching out to ALL students at Central. He organized and operates
Continue readingHappy Winter, Y’all
Happy winter from West Kessler! Be sure to keep up with all the latest events at http://www.westkessler.org/events/ Come Get Social: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Beautification Committee | Nextdoor | Youtube #WeAreWestKessler
Continue reading2017 Board of Directors
West Kessler Neighborhood Association is pleased to announce the board of directors for the 2017 term!
Continue readingDavid Weekley Homes Property Development
A Q & A with David Weekley Homes Who is developing the property and what are they doing? David Weekley Homes (DW) purchased PD 768 tracts 1 and 2 in September 2016. These are the tracts behind Kessler Woods and N Oak Cliff Blvd, ending behind Lance and Amanda’s house.
Continue readingHampton-Illinois Branch Library 10th Anniversary
Come join the Hampton-Illinois Branch Library’s 10th Anniversary celebrations!
Continue readingDallas Water Utilities’ Upcoming Water Conservation Seminars-Workshops
UPCOMING WATER CONSERVATION SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS SPONSORED BY DALLAS WATER UTILITIES Below are the seminars/workshops offered by Dallas Water Utilities’ Water Conservation during the months of August and September that will help you to save both water and money both inside and outside your home. TREES FOR NORTH TEXAS WORKSHOP
Continue readingSave on State Fair food & ride coupons with the Oak Cliff Advocate
Since its establishment in 1886, the State Fair of Texas has celebrated all things Texan by promoting agriculture, education, and community involvement through quality entertainment in a family-friendly environment. As a non-profit organization, the Fair serves as an advocate for the community through its commitment to preserving Fair Park and
Continue readingHappy Independence Day!
On July 4, 1776, we claimed our independence from Britain and Democracy was born. Every day thousands leave their homeland to come to the “land of the free and the home of the brave” so they can begin their American Dream. The first description of how Independence Day would be
Continue readingAudrey Pinkerton | DISD School Board – District 7
Audrey Pinkerton was elected in May 2016 and is serving her first term on the board. Mrs. Pinkerton represents District 7, which includes 31 schools in Oak Cliff, West Dallas and Cockrell Hill. Pinkerton attended DISD schools and graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School. She went on to earn a
Continue readingSevere Weather Planning
Knowing what to do and what not to do can be your best protection during disasters. It is your responsibility! Where will your family be when disaster strikes? They could be anywhere – at work, at school or in the car. Since Dallas County is spread out across many miles,
Continue readingOak Cliff Mardi Gras Parade with Special Guest Jimmie Vaughan
West Kessler Neighborhood Association was honored to have Jimmie Vaughan on our Mardi Gras Float! Hometown guitar hero Jimmie Vaughan riffs, rides in Mardi Gras Oak Cliff parade, Dallas Morning News Ride along with Jimmie Vaughan in Oak Cliff Mardi Gras parade, Dallas Morning News, Youtube Video Scenes from the
Continue readingReport a Street Light Issue
Street lights are vital to our everyday lives, lighting the way for drivers and pedestrians. Oncor has approximately 400,000 street lights in its service area, and they always appreciate your help identifying lights that are in need of repair. The sooner Oncor teams know lights are out, the sooner they
Continue readingWater Conservation
Come and learn ways you can maintain a healthy lawn with less frequent watering. Discover the most effective and earth-friendly way to care for your lawn at the Texas A&M AgriLife Research & Extension Center Auditorium (17360 Coit Road, Dallas, TX 75252) on Saturday, February 6 from 9 a.m. –
Continue readingHowdy!
Help us welcome our new neighbors to West Kessler. Eric & Teri at 903 Bison Trail Brian & Sergio at 707 Kessler Woods Trail Matt & Jason at 714 Kessler Woods Trail Johnathan at 804 Kessler Woods Trail Laura & Jason at 2203 Stevens Wood Lane Stuart & Nan at 2225
Continue readingCommunity Curb Painting
The painting has started! Thanks to a grant from the Old Oak Cliff Conservation League, WKNA has arranged for the curbside painting of house numbers. Photo by Earl Stewart
Continue readingLittle Free Library
Free outdoor libraries are a popular tool for encouraging vibrant, connected public spaces and increasing access to books. In Dallas, the Little Free Libraries program has brought together local artists, designers, and community leaders to design and build a range of public outdoor book exchanges. All libraries operate under the
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