Dallas Southern Pride celebrated Juneteenth Unity weekend with a variety of events, including a ball and happy hour, social gatherings, brunches, pool parties, and entertainment events, while also addressing health disparities in the LGBTQ+ community through testing and their leadership conference.
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At Juneteenth Celebration, Nurturing Communities Through Food
by Renata Sago In 2016, when Jaime Swygert was preparing for the Juneteenth Festival of Buffalo, one of the largest in the U.S., she imagined she’d just be sitting at […]
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Little Inez Gets Big Voice: Kaila Symone Crowder on Hairspray and Broadway Debut
Kaila Symone Crowder, a bright new face on the theater scene, has taken on the role of Little Inez in the Broadway musical Hairspray, embodying the spirit of boldness and perseverance that the character represents.
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A Father’s Impact: Daughter’s Success Highlights Value of Family Support
Pastor Rich Schuhumeier, a black father who is actively involved in his children’s lives, is a beacon of light for his daughter Evangelic, who has graduated with her law degree from La Verne College of Law University, with her success being a testament to the power of determination, positive declarations, and family support.
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The 16th Annual Roots Picnic demonstrates that with time, the formula has been perfected.
The Roots Picnic in Philadelphia attracted 60,000 people from across the country for a two-day celebration of nostalgic music, featuring performances from legends like Babyface and The Dream, and featuring a diverse lineup of artists from the ’90s and early 2000s.
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How Grammy-Nominated Artist Kenyon Dixon Balances Music and Mental Health
Kenyon Dixon, a Grammy-nominated singer and songwriter, has opened up about his mental health struggles and how he prioritizes self-care in the high-pressure world of music, using techniques such as cardio and the 3-3-3 technique to manage anxiety and stress.
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FAN EXPO Dallas 2024 Celebrates Nerd and Pop Culture, Embraces Black Nerd Culture
FAN EXPO Dallas 2024 celebrated Black Nerd culture with a range of interactive exhibits, gaming tournaments, and family-friendly stage shows, showcasing a vibrant tapestry of Black creativity and diversity.
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Jasmine Crockett, MTG and the six Bs
Jasmine Crockett, a member of the Oversight Committee, responded to Marjorie Taylor Greene’s personal attack with a witty retort, prompting Chairman Comer to rule that Greene’s remarks were not in violation of the rules.
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Juneteenth Fashion Show Returns to Legacy Hall’s Lexus Box Garden on June 15th
The third annual Juneteenth Fashion Show will return to the Lexus Box Garden at Legacy Hall in Plano on June 15th, featuring 12 North Texas designers and brands, a special appearance by the national 2024 “Hair Educator of the Year” Keya Neal, and a $500 scholarship for an aspiring student designer from Cedar Hill High School.
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Dorrough Music Set To Perform At Half-Time During Game 3 of The NBA Finals
This year marks the 15th anniversary of Dorrough Music’s triple-platinum classic, “Ice Cream Paint Job”, and he has been celebrating all year! First, he announced his partnership with Rogue Shop […]