Turning Pages and Building Futures: McDonald’s Marks 10 Years of the African American Read-In in Arlington
The Dallas chapter of the National Black McDonald’s Owner Operators Association celebrated the 10th anniversary of its annual African American Read-In with a family-centered event at McDonald’s, promoting literacy and providing free books, Happy Meals, and photo opportunities…
THIS WEEK
WHAT’S NEW
Investing in Educators: A Key to America’s Sustainable Future
Investing in a diverse and well-supported educator workforce is an economic necessity to ensure that all students have access to high-quality education and the opportunity to succeed in college, career, and civic life.
Politics
Harris Backs Talarico, Calls for Democratic Unity After Primary Victory
Kamala Harris endorsed James Talarico for U.S. Senate in Texas and called for Democrats to unite behind him after previously backing his opponent Jasmine Crockett.
Sports
Full Circle in Brooklyn: Jason Kidd’s 200th Mavericks Win Connects His Past and Dallas’s Future
Jason Kidd achieved his 200th win as head coach of the Mavericks, with the game ball being presented to him by rookie Cooper Flagg in the same building where his coaching career began with the Nets.
Arts & Culture
Cheryl “Salt” James Celebrates Unity Champions Mental Health at TSMAC’s Revive the Culture Show
Cheryl “Salt” James joined TSMAC’s Revive the Culture stepshow in South Dallas to celebrate youth, unity, and the power of the arts, while also discussing her new single “Salty and Lit” and her book on mental health.
Lifestyle
Black Communities’ Struggle for Safe, Nutritious Food During Civil Rights Era
The Women of Operation Breadbasket launched a Bad Meat Campaign in 1967 to fight for racial and economic justice by challenging grocery stores that sold rotten meat and inadequate produce in Black neighborhoods, highlighting the importance of food…
Health
More Than a Prescription: How Prism Health North Texas Pharmacy Keeps Care Close to Home
Prism Health North Texas operates full-service pharmacies in Oak Cliff, South Dallas, and Uptown, offering convenient access to quality care, prescription delivery, and integrated care coordination.
Education
Building Pathways for Girls: The Impact of Yes Girls Create’s Mentorship Programs
Yes Girls Create is a New York-based nonprofit that empowers girls ages 8-18 through creativity, mentorship, and wellness programming, providing safe and affirming spaces for girls to explore their talents and build confidence.
Business
Black Women Entrepreneurs Thrive at BOW Collective Conference
The BOW Collective, a national organization of Black women entrepreneurs, gathered in Dallas to celebrate sisterhood and discuss strategies for scaling their businesses, emphasizing the importance of documenting their successes and protecting their data.
Newsletter Sign Up
Editorial
Why Patriotic USA Citizens are Sometimes Carrying Mexican Flags at Anti-ICE Protests
Mary Ann Thompson-Frenk, a proud Native American, shares her experiences of being singled out for her race and the significance of waving a Mexican flag to represent the indigenous people of the Americas while standing for equality and…
Video
St. Philip’s Opens Moody Performing and Fine Arts Center, A New Stage for South Dallas Creativity
St. Philip’s School and Community Center in South Dallas celebrated the opening of the Moody Performing and Fine Arts Center, a state-of-the-art facility designed to nurture the next generation of artists, innovators, and community leaders.
