New businesses and major developments, including Shipley Do-Nuts, Starbucks, and the restoration of historical venues like Aranda’s and the Green Parrot, are revitalizing South Dallas by providing essential services and economic opportunities.
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Posted inFinance
Talarico, Mark Cuban discuss AI, sports betting and the future of the economy in Fort Worth
Democratic U.S. Senate nominee James Talarico and entrepreneur Mark Cuban discussed artificial intelligence, sports betting, and economic competition during a meeting at Fort Worth’s Ridge Theater.
Posted inSports
Wings Clinch First Playoff Berth Since 2023 With Win Over Portland
The Dallas Wings secured their first playoff berth since 2023 with a 96-78 victory over the Portland Fire, marking a significant turnaround from their previous season’s worst record.
Posted inSports
The 6th Annual Roland Parrish Celebrity Golf Tournament Continues a Legacy of Giving
Entrepreneur Roland Parrish is hosting the sixth annual Parrish Charitable Foundation Celebrity Golf Tournament on September 4 at The Golf Club of Dallas to raise scholarship funds for students in underserved communities.
Posted inThis Week
Black Dallas Leadership Celebrated at 42Nd Quest for Success
The Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce celebrated its 42nd Annual Quest for Success Awards on August 20, honoring local entrepreneurs and civic leaders while presenting a surprise award to President and CEO Harrison Blair for his seven years of service.
Posted inJobs
Dallas Celebrates First Cohort of Certified Clinical Medical Assistants
Workforce Dallas, Goodwill Industries of Dallas, Texas Woman’s University Ventures, and Skilltrade celebrated the graduation of their first Certified Clinical Medical Assistant cohort on August 8, marking a significant milestone in Dallas’s healthcare workforce development efforts.
Posted inPolitics
Talarico pitches ‘A New American Dream’ as economic agenda centers workers, affordability
Democratic U.S. Senate nominee James Talarico launched his statewide “New American Dream Tour” in Arlington, unveiling an economic platform focused on affordability, wage increases, and expanded access to essential services.
Posted inLocal
Dallas Unveils Plan for 75 Transitional Pallet Homes in South Dallas
Dallas city officials announced plans to establish a transitional pallet neighborhood featuring approximately 75 homes and wraparound services on underutilized TxDOT property in South Dallas to address chronic homelessness.
Posted inBusiness
Dr. Brandy Alfred Named New CEO of Dallas-Fort Worth Urban League
The Dallas-Fort Worth Urban League appointed Dr. Brandy Alfred as its new chief executive officer to lead efforts in workforce development and economic equity across North Texas.
Posted inOpinion
Why I voted for Nat Ford to lead DART
By Randall Bryant, DART Board Chair Leaders in every profession know that good talent is hard to find and great talent is almost impossible. Nathaniel “Nat” Ford, Sr., the incoming […]
