Roland Parrish, a legendary Black entrepreneur and philanthropist, was awarded an honorary degree from UNT Dallas and announced a $50,000 endowed scholarship gift, in recognition of his contributions to business, education, and community advancement.
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Dallas Mavericks Part Ways with Head Coach Jason Kidd
The Dallas Mavericks and head coach Jason Kidd have mutually agreed to part ways, and the team will begin a search for a new head coach.
Posted inWomen
New Statue Exhibit Featuring Cynt Marshall to Debut at 2026 FIFA World Cup Fan Festival™ in Dallas
The IF/THEN® Initiative will debut #IfThenSheCan – The Exhibit: Game Changers, a display of 26 life-size, 3-D printed statues celebrating leaders in STEM fields, at the 2026 FIFA World Cup Fan Festival in Dallas.
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Fair Park’s Future: New Strategy Focuses on Sustainable Funding and Community Engagement
Dallas Park and Recreation leadership has unveiled a long-term revitalization strategy for Fair Park, focusing on private development, new revenue streams, and increased community engagement to address the park’s critical deferred maintenance needs and ensure its long-term sustainability.
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Dallas Mavericks Name Mike Schmitz General Manager
Mike Schmitz has been named General Manager of the Dallas Mavericks, joining from the Portland Trail Blazers where he served as Assistant General Manager and was widely regarded as a top NBA talent evaluator.
Posted inWho Owns South Dallas?
$20 Million Thirty21 Project to Bring Mixed-Income Housing to South Dallas
Thirty21, a $20 million mixed-income midrise residential development, is set to become the first of its scale along the MLK corridor in South Dallas, providing a combination of affordable and market-rate housing and supporting continued growth in the surrounding area.
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The WNBA’s Cultural Rise Reaches the Met Gala
Paige Bueckers, A’ja Wilson, and Angel Reese made an impact at the 2026 Met Gala, showcasing the growing influence of women’s basketball beyond the court.
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Dallas Mavericks Name Masai Ujiri President and Alternate Governor
Masai Ujiri has been named President and Alternate Governor of the Dallas Mavericks, where he will oversee all aspects of the team’s basketball operations and work to shape the organization’s long-term direction.
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Paul Quinn College’s Taste of the Cowboys Challenge Inspires Student-Chefs
The Taste of the Cowboys Youth Challenge provided North Texas high school students with a day of immersion, mentorship, and exposure to the hospitality industry, connecting their passion for food with real-world career pathways and providing them with tangible access to industry leaders and opportunities.
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RedBird Innovation Center Hosts Dynamic Workforce Development Summit
The Build the Workforce Workforce Development Summit at the DEC Network at RedBird brought together Dallas residents, job seekers, career changers, and workforce leaders to discuss and explore the pathways to economic mobility through construction.