City leaders, FIFA partners, and community members celebrated the opening of the FIFA World Cup Volunteer Center at Fair Park in Dallas, marking a major milestone in the city’s preparations for hosting the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Category: Culture
Posted inFashion
Dallas’ AND-MADE by Hand Hosts Immersive Event Celebrating Black Women
AND-MADE by Hand hosted its first immersive brand experience, AND-MADE IRL, at the Golden Black Candle Lounge, creating a space that celebrated Black women and showcased the creative universe of designer Alexis Daniels.
Posted inCommunity
Dixon Circle Makes Its Mark on Dallas History
The Dixon Circle community celebrated the installation of new neighborhood street sign toppers, which were designed by residents and feature a circle emblem, at an intimate ceremony hosted at Dixon Circle Missionary Baptist Church.
Posted inHomepage
Randall Bryant Elected as Youngest DART Board Chair at 38
Randall Bryant, a prominent figure in Dallas’s business and political landscape, has been elected as the new Board Chair of the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) Board of Directors, bringing a fresh perspective and a strong background in local community advocacy to the post.
Posted inMental Health
Rapper Gucci Mane Sheds Light on Mental Health Issues in Black Community
Gucci Mane is using his platform to raise awareness of the importance of mental health, and is talking openly about his own struggles with mental illness, substance abuse disorder, and his long path to wellness.
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Alpha Phi Alpha’s Annual Gala Raises Funds for Dallas-Area Students’ Scholarships
The Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. – Alpha Sigma Lambda Chapter hosted their annual C.C. Russeau Old Gold & Black Scholarship Gala, celebrating scholarship, leadership, and service in Dallas, and honoring the legacy of Brother C.C. Russeau, a visionary educator and Alpha man.
Posted inEvents
How Black Menswear & Baddie Brunch’s Southern Classic Is Redefining Celebration for Dallas’ Black Professionals
The Southern Classic is a Dallas-based event that celebrates Black joy and sophistication, bringing together over 600 Black professionals, creatives, and entrepreneurs for an evening of music, fashion, and connection.
Posted inSports
Frisco Teen Golfer Kingston Burke is Changing the Face of Golf Through Skill, Grit, and Representation
Kingston Burke, a 16-year-old junior golfer from Frisco, Texas, has achieved impressive success in the sport, including over 40 Northern Texas PGA tournament wins, and is now competing on Steph Curry’s UNDERRATED Golf Tour to open doors for student-athletes from underrepresented backgrounds.
Posted inWord In Black
The Million Man March Turns 30: Why it Still Matters
The Million Man March on October 16, 1995, was a momentous occasion that brought together over a million Black men to D.C. to strive for a better future and reclaim what it meant to be a Black man in America.
Posted inCommunity
A New Era for the Forest: How Nijeul X is Reimagining Community
Nijeul X has been appointed as the executive and artistic director of Forest Forward, a nonprofit leading the revitalization of the Forest Theater and the surrounding South Dallas community, and is committed to creating a space where the people of South Dallas can thrive through job creation, creativity, and skill-building.