Every year since 1988, December 1 has been known as World AIDS Day. This year marks 40 years since the very first cases of AIDS were officially reported. World AIDS Day is acknowledged worldwide, giving a voice to the over 38 million people currently living with HIV as well as the over 36 million who have lost a loved one to the disease.Â
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Zirtue Solves the “Let me hold $20 til Friday” Problem
There is a stark difference between what you can pay for and what you can afford. Especially with the holidays coming up, transactions–that is, the exchange of money between family, […]
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Disney Set to Feature Dallas Youth in Christmas Day on ABC
When you listen to 11-year-old Orion Jean speak about his Race to Kindness initiative, most would be surprised, however, his parents McDonald and Kherri Jean say this is something they […]
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She Represents: Reagan Martin
Reagan Martin, affectionately known as Poetryteacher is a mother, teacher and poet from Lake Charles, Louisiana. By way of Dallas, she has saturated the art and poetry scene while being […]
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Roland Parrish’s Student Athlete of the Week: Vanessa Hollingsworth
Sport: Softball High School: Forney High School College: Mizzou University Position: Shortstop Height: 5’9 Class: Freshman The Class of 2021 had very prominent prospects when it came to Texas high […]
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LIT AF Comedy Tour Hosted By Martin Lawrence Is Coming to Texas
The LIT AF Comedy Tour first began in early 2020, but was cut short due to the COVID-19 pandemic. After a long hiatus, the comics were finally able to get […]
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Rewind: Sweet Tooth Hotel Opens Nostalgic New Location
In 2017, Jencey Keeton came up with the idea for a one-of-a-kind interactive art venue with a sugar-coated twist. A year later, she opened the very first Sweet Tooth Hotel […]
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Survivors Ball Shows Strength in Gaining After Loss
Words By Dee “lilD” Porter Not all heroes wear capes. And not all survivors are given their flowers for fighting to be present after horrific tragedy. Luckily, one woman is […]
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She Represents: Chevella “Joy” Campbell, Chief Executive Officer, Guiding Minds Ministries LLC
Joy Campbell is a prominent figure in the southern sector of Dallas through the Ministry’s Guiding Minds Educational Programs, helping individuals find purpose and leading them to self-sufficiency. Born and […]
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She Represents: Sofia Olivarez, Executive Director for Susan G. Komen Dallas
Sofia’s extensive background in business and community development uniquely allows her to reach out and engage in special projects. Whether as the Executive Director for Susan G. Komen Dallas or […]