By Alexa Spencer Originally appeared in Word in Black SisterSong, a national reproductive justice organization, is traveling across four Southern states to share resources with rural communities. A busload of […]
Category: Culture
Travis Scott won’t be indicted for Astroworld concert tragedy that killed 10, grand jury decides
By Alejandro Serrano Originally appeared in the Texas Tribune A Houston grand jury decided Thursday not to indict rap star Travis Scott for the deaths of 10 people at the […]
Sam Pollard’s Documentary Shines Light on the Rich Legacy of the Negro Baseball Leagues
The film illuminates that the sport was integrated in its earliest days, albeit with Black players forming only a minority of team members. By Stacy M. Brown Originally appeared in […]
Extreme heat days are on the rise across the US: Where Dallas, Texas stands
By Stacker As summer approaches and people prepare for outdoor sports, vacations, and other activities, hotter temperatures are settling in. While the season is typically welcomed for its sunshine and […]
Mural reveals Fair Park’s role in Juneteenth’s history
By Sujata Dand, Dallas Free Press When Artist J.D. Moore was selected to be part of the Absolute Equality – Juneteenth Mural Project commemorating Juneteenth, he knew he wanted to focus on South Dallas […]
Opal Lee and Dione Sims Champion Juneteenth Recognition as Profound Part of American History
Opal Lee, the revered “Grandmother of Juneteenth,” and her granddaughter, Dione Sims, embarked on an extraordinary journey of love, commitment, and advocacy to ensure that Juneteenth would be recognized and […]
Come out and celebrate the emancipation of the nations Black People
Dallas, TX — The North Texas Juneteenth Festival, March and Celebration, presented by Simmons Bank, Heal America, Microsoft, HSC Health & Aging Brain Study Health Disparities, NAACP, and Dallas College […]
She Reps: Elena Barajas
Elena Barajas is an international fashion designer, who has been in the design industry for two years. She has worked with Emerge, non-profit DIFFA Dallas, as well as several other […]
Celeste Saves the City
Dallas resident Courtney Kelly has not only brought awareness to STEM-related careers with her new book but showcased her life story through the portrayal of the main character, Celeste. “The […]
Dallas Black Dance Theatre Summer Intensive 2023
Visit the Dallas Black Dance Theatre for their Summer Intensive Professional Dance Workshop, held from June 19 to June 30th, each Saturday. To register for the event, click here. Sponsored […]