The historic reopening of the Forest Theater in South Dallas on November 1 served as a momentous celebration of community resilience, cultural preservation, and generational connection.
Category: This Week
Posted inPreserved by Purpose
Preserved by Purpose: Google, God, and Prayer
Author Shewanda Riley discusses the challenges students face when transitioning from quick internet searches to rigorous academic database research, drawing a parallel between technological impatience and spiritual attitudes toward prayer.
Posted inSports
Dallas Trinity FC’s Second-Half Surge Powers 3-0 Victory Over Fort Lauderdale
Dallas Trinity FC defeated Fort Lauderdale United FC 3-0 at the Cotton Bowl behind second-half goals from Seven Castain, Juliet Moore, and Kalea Eichenberger.
Posted inPolitics
Nathan Johnson Makes His Case for Texas Attorney General, Promising Accountability and Reform
Texas State Senator Nathan Johnson is campaigning for attorney general on a platform of government accountability, consumer protection, and restoring public trust ahead of the November 3 general election.
Posted inThe Neighborhood Ledger
South Dallas, After the Fair
The chairperson of the proposed Sunny South Dallas Public Improvement District is advocating for a new district to foster long-term economic growth and neighborhood revitalization in South Dallas following the State Fair.
Posted inSports
Rick Welts to Retire as Mavericks CEO at End of 2026
The Hall of Fame executive will step down at the end of 2026, handing leadership to current President Ethan Casson as the Mavericks pursue a new arena, entertainment district and broader vision for the franchise’s future in Dallas.
Posted inMetro
Nat Ford Begins DART Tenure With a Welcome, Tough Questions and a Promise to Be Visible
Nathaniel Ford Sr. began his first day as President and CEO of Dallas Area Rapid Transit, promising visibility and accessibility while facing questions regarding his previous leadership at the Jacksonville Transportation Authority.
Posted inMetro
Five Key Projects Make up the Proposed $443 Million Public Safety Bond.
The proposed $443 million Dallas Public Safety Bond includes funding for five separate facility projects aimed at modernizing police and fire services, consolidating evidence storage, and enhancing emergency operations.
Posted inEntertainment
Raising Cane’s Takes Halloween Tradition to Record-Breaking Heights in Salem
Raising Cane’s founder Todd Graves achieved a Guinness World Record for the world’s heaviest jack-o’-lantern in Salem, Massachusetts, using a 3,156-pound pumpkin grown by Ron Wallace.
Posted inMetro
Oak Cliff Chamber Summit Brings Together Leaders to Discuss Regional Transportation
The Oak Cliff Chamber of Commerce brought together transportation experts, policymakers and business leaders for its 2026 Transportation Summit, connecting regional perspectives on infrastructure, public transit and economic opportunity. The gathering explored how coordinated investments and partnerships can better connect communities across Dallas and North Texas.
