Posted inCommunity, Health, Local, Metro, News, Politics, Politics,, This Week

Environmental Advocates and City Officials Hold Historic, Tense Dialogue

In West Dallas, the Singleton United/Unidos campaign continues to fight for the shuttering of a toxic air pollutant spewing asphalt shingle plant that sits immediately adjacent to residential homes through a process known as amortization. In Floral Farms, community advocates who once sued the city now reflect on the victorious removal of the illegal Shingle Mountain dumpsite as they continue to push for the acceptance of a neighborhood-led plan that would result in the full remediation of the site.

Posted inEducation, Health, Local, Minority Health Month Special Edition, Special Edition, The Edit

Lincoln High School Student Film “That’s Awesome” Wins Award

A student at Lincoln High School in Dallas snagged an award for a thoughtful short film exploring the intersection of peer pressure, masculinity, and consent as a part of the 7th annual NTARUPT Student Film Festival. He was among three Dallas ISD students who won awards for their contributions to the festival.

Posted inCommunity, Features, Health, Local, Minority Health Month Special Edition, Special Edition, This Week

Cheryl “Action” Jackson’s Fight Against Hunger

Under Dr. Jackson’s guidance and persistent effort, Minnie’s has expanded to four locations across three states where thousands of volunteers help serve the hungry families in need. The fifth Minnie’s location is currently in the works, and for Jackson, it is a bit of a homecoming.

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