Over 1,000 supporters gathered at the Omni Hotel Dallas to celebrate the 26th annual Destiny Award Luncheon, featuring ballerina Misty Copeland, to raise funds for St. Philip’s School & Community Center and honor Dallas philanthropist Fredye Factor.
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National Urban League Expands to North Texas with New Affiliate
The Dallas-Fort Worth Urban League, the 93rd affiliate of the National Urban League, was officially launched this week, with the goal of expanding economic mobility across the region through workforce development, entrepreneurship programs, and advocacy.
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PLEASE READ BEFORE SPENDING A BILLION DOLLARS!!
The Dallas City Council is considering a report on the future of City Hall, which estimates it would cost between $900 million to $1.4 billion to modernize the building, and suggests that demolishing the building and using the land for redevelopment would be a better use of tax dollars.
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Turning Pages and Building Futures: McDonald’s Marks 10 Years of the African American Read-In in Arlington
The Dallas chapter of the National Black McDonald’s Owner Operators Association celebrated the 10th anniversary of its annual African American Read-In with a family-centered event at McDonald’s, promoting literacy and providing free books, Happy Meals, and photo opportunities with Grimace.
Posted inMental Health
Breaking the Silence: Why Behavioral Health Care Matters in Our Community
Prism Health North Texas is encouraging North Texans to prioritize behavioral health and break the stigma surrounding therapy, counseling, and emotional support, offering culturally aware mental health services to meet patients where they are.
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How the Mavericks Used Art to Honor Black History and Uplift Young Creators
The Dallas Mavericks honored five North Texas student artists for their digital artwork reflecting Black history, unity, representation and cultural legacy during their 2026 Black History Month Art Contest.
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More Than a Prescription: How Prism Health North Texas Pharmacy Keeps Care Close to Home
Prism Health North Texas operates full-service pharmacies in Oak Cliff, South Dallas, and Uptown, offering convenient access to quality care, prescription delivery, and integrated care coordination.
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A Fresh Start for Your Health: Dr. Saleh Musleh on Building Better Habits in the New Year
Dr. Saleh Musleh, DO, a primary care provider at the Worth Street Health Center, encourages Dallas families to prioritize their health in the new year by scheduling a primary care visit to discuss their goals and concerns.
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STOP THE CITY HALL LAND GRAB!
The Dallas City Council is set to vote on the future of Dallas City Hall, prompting concerns from residents about the potential sale and redevelopment of the property, as well as the lack of public engagement and transparency.
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What’s Your Risk?
Parkland Health experts encourage people to learn about the risks of diabetes and take a 60-second risk assessment test to reduce their chances of developing the disease.