The Met Gala, fashion’s most exclusive night, returned in 2025 with a powerful blend of Black culture, history, and artistry. Officially a fundraiser for the Costume Institute, this year’s event […]
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Friday Newsletter: May 2, 2025
Top Stories for Friday, May 2nd, 2025 Today’s Editor Pick Coming This Weekend National News The 89th Legislature Check out our Latest E-Edition K-12 Education HBCU News Entertainment Editorial Upcoming […]
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Wednesday Newsletter: April 30, 2025
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J.P. Morgan Corporate Challenge Fuels Financial Education for United Way of Dallas
J.P. Morgan Corporate Challenge is returning to downtown Dallas on May 8, 2025, to benefit United Way of Metropolitan Dallas, with over 2,500 employees from more than 80 companies participating in the 3.5-mile race to support the non-profit’s efforts to increase the number of young adults who earn a livable wage in North Texas.
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VolunteerNow Celebrates Service at Annual Hearts of Texas Luncheon in Dallas
VolunteerNow hosted the annual Hearts of Texas Luncheon, honoring three outstanding service leaders and unveiling its new brand, with a record-breaking $275,000 raised to support its expanded initiatives.
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Grammy Award-Winning Country Artist Pynk Beard Discusses His Music Journey and the Influence of Black Artistry in Country
Grammy Award-winning country artist Pynk Beard recently hosted a private listening party for his debut album Sugar & Salt, ahead of his scheduled appearance at the Rooted in Rhythm Festival in McKinney, Texas.
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ROOTFLIX PRESENTS: AWAFFEST 2025 – THE 6TH EDITION
The African Women Arts and Film Festival (AWAFFEST) is set to take place from April 24th to April 25th, 2025, at the Ebunjan Theatre in The Gambia, honoring Mrs. Janet Badjan-Young with the Legend Award and featuring 16 film selections from across Africa and beyond.
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Dallas Wings’ No. 1 Pick Sets Stage for Franchise Revival in WNBA Draft
The Dallas Wings have the No. 1 overall pick in the WNBA Draft, which could be used to build a dynamic backcourt with Arike Ogunbowale and Paige Bueckers, while the lottery is designed to promote competitive balance and provide struggling franchises with a path to revitalization.
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Representatives Crockett, Goldman Introduce the Abortion Care Awareness Act of 2025 to Establish National Public Education and Outreach Campaign for Abortion and Abortion-Related Health Services
Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett and Congressman Dan Goldman have reintroduced the Abortion Care Awareness Act of 2025 to combat anti-abortion misinformation and disinformation, ensuring that women have access to accurate information about their reproductive healthcare options.
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Historic Conference Expansion: Paul Quinn College, Huston-Tillotson University Join HBCU Athletic Conference
Paul Quinn College and Huston-Tilloson University have joined the HBCU Athletic Conference, adding to its legacy and creating a “family celebration” for the two schools.
