The 2nd Annual Housing Summit in Dallas brought together non-profits, policy analysts, architects, developers, and civil servants to discuss housing issues and propose solutions, including tax freezes, streamlined permitting, and a community fund to support grassroots organizations.
Category: Community
Posted inBlack History
Lisa Brown-Ross to Deliver Keynote on Cultural Conservation at AAEAHP Founders Day
Lisa Brown-Ross, CEO of the African American Museum Dallas, will present the keynote speech at the AAEAHP annual Founders Day celebration on February 14th, speaking on the importance of conservation and her career in marketing communications, brand management, and community relations.
Posted inSports
Dallas Made Him: Daniss Jenkins’ Path From Hillcrest to the League
Daniss Jenkins returned to Hillcrest High School for a jersey dedication, reflecting his long and winding journey from North Dallas to the NBA stage, and his commitment to giving back to his community.
Posted inTexas Tribune
Dallas County Sues Trump Administration over $70 Million Public Health Fund Clawback
Dallas County has filed a federal lawsuit against the Trump administration over the clawback of $70 million in public health funds, arguing that the demand was illegal and the funds were intended to address the effects of the pandemic and prepare for future public health crises.
Posted inTexas Tribune
Texas Suburbs Consider Leaving DART Amid Dissatisfaction with Service and Cost
Four Dallas suburbs are voting in May on whether to leave DART, citing dissatisfaction with the service, safety, and low ridership, and wanting to use their sales tax dollars to provide their own taxpayer-funded ride-hailing services.
Posted inCommunity
South Fair CDC is awarded the Raul Reyes Housing Advocacy Award
The South Fair CDC was awarded the Raul Reyes Housing Advocacy Award at the Dallas Housing Coalition Annual Housing Summit, in recognition of their work to provide sustainable, affordable housing for low and moderate-income families in the South Dallas-Fair Park area.
Posted inSports
One Stadium, Three Stories: How Southern Dallas Shaped Championship Saturday
Southern Dallas football programs South Oak Cliff, Duncanville, and DeSoto showcased their depth, discipline, and expectation at AT&T Stadium, with two of them winning state championships and one leaving with a strong standard intact.
Posted inCommunity
Mavericks’ Anthony Davis Headlines “Build Your Own Superhero” Youth Workshop in South Dallas
The South Dallas Cultural Center, in partnership with the Dallas Mavericks and Anthony Davis, hosted a creative empowerment workshop that invited South Dallas youth to explore identity, imagination and self-expression through art and Lego building.
Posted inHealth
Protecting Your Health This Winter with with Prism Health North Texas: Essential Tips for a Healthy Holiday Season
Prism Health North Texas is urging Dallas residents to take proactive steps to protect their health this winter, such as getting vaccinated, washing their hands, covering coughs and sneezes, and getting enough rest.
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The 6th Annual Best of Black Dallas Awards Honors Black Excellence
The 6th Annual Best of Black Dallas Awards celebrated Black excellence in the community with four awards presented to Dr. Cheryl Polote Williamson, Akwete Tyehimba, Charles O’Neal, and Barry Brewer for their contributions to media, culture, business, and community development.