By Maya Pottiger Originally appeared in Word in Black Black Teacher of the Year winners from coast to coast discuss what keeps them in the classroom, what worries them about […]
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She Reps: Tracey Ford
Sergeant Tracey Ford (aka Laweziana) is a Louisiana native by way of Texas. She is a retired U.S. Army Veteran of 12 Active-Duty years & served in OIF/OEF (Operation Iraqi […]
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Soul of DFW Bus Tours return to highlight Black food and history
By Raven Jordan Bus tours are nothing new, but tours focused on both Black history and food are a recent development on the scene. Food historian Deah Berry-Mitchell started the […]
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Here are some key health policies that will and will not change with the COVID-19 public health emergency’s end
By Lauren Liebhaber Originally appeared in Stacker Spencer Platt // Getty Images Here are some key health policies that will and will not change with the COVID-19 public health emergency’s […]
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#IfThenSheCan Exhibit Pop Up in Dallas at Regeneron
International Science and Engineering Fair 2023 14 Statues of Women in STEM, Including Two ISEF Alumnae, On Display for World’s Largest Pre-College STEM Competition at Regeneron ISEF As more than […]
Posted inPolitics
States with the highest rate of people killed by police
By Lauren Liebhaber Originally appeared on Stacker Matt Gush // Shutterstock States with the highest rate of people killed by police On average more than 1,000 people are fatally shot […]
Posted inSpiritual
Preserved by Purpose: Stay the Course…and Follow God’s Directions
By Shewanda Riley “You are on the fastest route despite heavier than normal traffic.” After hearing myGPS calmly state this as I was staring at a line of red brake […]
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Texas schools say it’s time to stop tying mental health funding to school safety money
Originally appeared in the Texas Tribune Security cameras or a suicide prevention program? Bulletproof glass or a staff mental health counselor? Those are the difficult, heartbreaking choices Texas school officials […]
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Sheryl Lee Ralph: Teachers Are Among ‘The Most Disrespected’ Profession
Originally appeared in Word in Black Emmy-winning actor Sheryl Lee Ralph discusses Teacher Appreciation Week, teacher pay, and Abbott Elementary BTS on this episode of Union Talk, a podcast by […]
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EMERGE S/S 23’ (A FASHION & MUSIC EXPERIENCE) PRESENTS ITS SPRING/SUMMER SHOWCASE MAY 21ST!
The event dedicated to showcasing emerging fashion designers and music artists returns with a whole new lineup of amazing designers and music artists at new venue Club Vivo! (DALLAS, TX […]
