Shewanda Riley, a Dallas-based author, reflects on her journey of overcoming perfectionism and finding success in writing, emphasizing the importance of the process of writing rather than just the finished product.
Category: Community
Posted inVeterans
Our Fight At Home: From the Fleet to a Firm Foundation
Fleet Master Chief Raymond Kemp, a 33-year Navy veteran, is using his experience to build a mission of helping veterans find clarity and purpose after leaving the military, while also utilizing physical exercise and community resources to reduce PTSD symptoms.
Posted inSports
Prescott and Pickens Kick Off Grand Opening of New DICK’S House of Sport in Dallas
DICK’S House of Sport on Dallas Parkway opened with a grand celebration featuring appearances from Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott and wide receiver George Pickens, as well as a 3-on-3 youth basketball showcase headlined by Dallas Wings’ Paige Bueckers and Arike Ogunbowale.
Posted inMusic
A Moonlit Celebration: Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s Gala Ushers in 125 Years of Music and Community
The Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s upcoming gala, led by co-chair Vanessa Cain and Chief Artistic Officer Katie McGuinness, will celebrate the orchestra’s 125th anniversary with a “Moonlit Garden” theme, featuring performances by violin virtuoso Leonidas Kavakos and a drag king tribute to Gladys Alberta Bentley, while raising funds for the DSO’s education initiatives.
Posted inCulture
Step by Step: Cupid Reigns as the Line Dance King Hitmaker.Â
Cupid, the Line Dance King, has created a legacy of joy and unity with his six-time platinum hit, “Cupid Shuffle”, and continues to spread positive vibes through his music that moves people physically and emotionally.
Posted inLocal
Dr. Frederick Haynes III Takes Medical Leave for Surgery and Recovery
Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III, Senior Pastor of Friendship-West Baptist Church, has announced he will be taking a temporary medical leave of absence for surgery and recovery, with Rev. David Malcolm McGruder overseeing pastoral duties in his absence.
Posted inSports
South Dallas Classic: Unity Game Brings Lincoln and Madison Together
The Annual South Dallas Classic Unity Game is a cultural touchstone that brings generations of students, alumni, families, and fans together to honor the resilience and excellence of Lincoln and Madison High Schools, with the Tigers and Trojans set to battle it out on Saturday, September 13th at Kincaide Stadium.
Posted inEntertainment
Clipse Are The Most Important Musicians in 2025. This is Why.
Clipse brought their ‘Let God Sort Em Out’ Tour to Dallas, featuring a mix of new and old songs, accompanied by a visual display of Black archival images and cultural iconography, and a tribute to their late parents.
Posted inSports
Kicks & Cocktails: Dallas Wings Foundation, LaDondra Wilson Celebrate Community Impact
The Dallas Wings Community Foundation, led by LaDondra Wilson, is dedicated to making a lasting impact in the Dallas community through initiatives focused on women and girls, social justice, youth sports, health and wellness, and education, and is celebrating its progress with a rooftop fundraiser, Kicks & Cocktails: An Air of Excellence.
Posted inLocal
Deep Ellum at a Crossroads
Deep Ellum, a cultural hotspot in Dallas, is facing rising crime, disruptive construction, and a wave of closures, prompting the City of Dallas to impose a weekend curfew that has been met with pushback from business owners, while residents are also feeling the effects of the changes.
