Visit Dallas CEO and President Craig Davis celebrates the city’s $6.6 billion tourism industry and the culture of its unique neighborhoods, while also promoting volunteerism and sports events to bring economic impact to the city.
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Low Voter Turnout Mars Dallas City Council Election
All ten incumbent candidates were reelected in the 2025 Dallas City Council elections, with low voter turnout and a lively debate surrounding term limits, and two districts (8 and 11) are set for a runoff election on June 7.
Posted inFinance
Money 101: Balancing Savings, Credit, and the Economy
Understanding concepts such as savings, credit, inflation, and deflation can help individuals see how money works and how it affects their lives, while also recognizing the importance of balancing money and power to achieve economic success.
Posted inEducation
Why We Need to Protect Pell Grants for Black Students
Congress is considering a bill that would raise the number of credit hours students must take to qualify for the maximum Pell Grant from 12 to 15 per semester, which could leave low-income students unsure if a bachelor’s degree is financially within reach.
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DooWap at the Winspear: The Temptations’ Story Comes Alive in “Ain’t Too Proud”
The last man standing gets to tell the story. Otis Williams, founder of the Temptations and the sole surviving member of the group, wrote a memoir about the famed quintet’s […]
Posted inCommunity
Monday Newsletter: May 5, 2025
Top Stories for Monday, May 5th, 2025 School Vouchers Are Law National News The 89th Legislature Culture K-12 Education Spiritual Entertainment Editorial Upcoming Local Events
Posted inWord In Black
Will AI Close or Widen the Digital Gap? The Impact on Dallas Public Education
Dallas ISD is integrating AI into the classroom to enhance teaching, learning, and assessment, while also addressing concerns over equity, bias, and the potential impact on students, with the goal of creating a fair and inclusive environment.
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Preserved by Purpose: A Mother’s Wisdom
Lisa-Lin Burke’s poignant piece, “Mother’s Day: my day of dread” shares her journey of coping with the loss of her mother and the importance of embracing the love and lessons we can learn from our mothers, whether they are alive or deceased.
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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
Top Stories for Wednesday, April 30th, 2025 News Politics Education Health
