Review by Martha Heimberg The title of Jonathan Norton’s latest play — Malcolm X and Redd Foxx Washing Dishes at Jimmy’s Chicken Shack in Harlem — tells you pretty much […]
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Dream hand Wings first loss in home opener as Dallas offense stalls late
The Atlanta Dream defeated the Dallas Wings 77-72, spoiling Dallas’ home opener with physicality, rebounding and defensive pressure, while Angel Reese added 12 points and 16 rebounds for her 51st career double-double.
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Fair Park’s Future: New Strategy Focuses on Sustainable Funding and Community Engagement
Dallas Park and Recreation leadership has unveiled a long-term revitalization strategy for Fair Park, focusing on private development, new revenue streams, and increased community engagement to address the park’s critical deferred maintenance needs and ensure its long-term sustainability.
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State Rep. Talarico Unveils Plan to Tackle Maternal Mortality
State Rep. James Talarico announced his plan to tackle maternal mortality, a crisis disproportionately impacting Black mothers in Texas, by building on the work of Texas State Representative Toni Rose and introducing a comprehensive policy package to address the issue.
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Dallas Opens New Era With Statement Win Over Fever
The Dallas Wings spoiled Caitlin Clark’s home debut with a 107-104 victory over the Indiana Fever, thanks to a balanced scoring attack and impressive playmaking from Jessica Shepard and Paige Bueckers.
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“We’ll Be Fine”: Mavericks Embrace No. 9 Pick With New Front Office Vision
The Dallas Mavericks secured the No. 9 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, with Masai Ujiri and new GM Mike Schmitz expressing confidence in the team’s ability to build around Cooper Flagg, Kyrie Irving and a revamped front office.
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Dallas Mavericks Name Mike Schmitz General Manager
Mike Schmitz has been named General Manager of the Dallas Mavericks, joining from the Portland Trail Blazers where he served as Assistant General Manager and was widely regarded as a top NBA talent evaluator.
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$20 Million Thirty21 Project to Bring Mixed-Income Housing to South Dallas
Thirty21, a $20 million mixed-income midrise residential development, is set to become the first of its scale along the MLK corridor in South Dallas, providing a combination of affordable and market-rate housing and supporting continued growth in the surrounding area.
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Preserved by Purpose: Hot Water Cornbread and Mama’s Wisdom
After struggling to make hot water cornbread, the author finally learned the secret from her mother, and was reminded that spiritual growth is similar to the process of learning to balance the various areas of one’s life.
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Paul Quinn College’s Taste of the Cowboys Challenge Inspires Student-Chefs
The Taste of the Cowboys Youth Challenge provided North Texas high school students with a day of immersion, mentorship, and exposure to the hospitality industry, connecting their passion for food with real-world career pathways and providing them with tangible access to industry leaders and opportunities.
