The removal of a beloved whale mural in Dallas has sparked outrage among residents, highlighting the tension between cultural preservation and the priorities of changing communities, while also raising questions about the politics of the artist and the need for transparency from city leadership.
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Posted inReal Estate
Rising Housing Costs in North Texas Prompt Call for Collaborative SolutionsÂ
Fort Worth leaders discussed the future of affordable homeownership in Fort Worth and the partnerships needed to protect working families from displacement, while celebrating the expansion of Carroll Park and the story of Ashley Guinn, the first homeowner to purchase through the Fort Worth Community Land Trust model.
Posted inSocial Justice
Urban Farmer Robyn Brown Reclaims Ancestral Lands and Promotes Holistic Wellness
Robyn Brown is a 10th generation farmer and fifth generation urban farmer from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, who is passionate about making science, wellness and healing more accessible to the community, and is currently working on her PhD.
Posted inCulture
REVIEW: Redd, Black and Right-on!
Review by Martha Heimberg The title of Jonathan Norton’s latest play — Malcolm X and Redd Foxx Washing Dishes at Jimmy’s Chicken Shack in Harlem — tells you pretty much […]
Posted inThis Week
Fair Park’s Future: New Strategy Focuses on Sustainable Funding and Community Engagement
Dallas Park and Recreation leadership has unveiled a long-term revitalization strategy for Fair Park, focusing on private development, new revenue streams, and increased community engagement to address the park’s critical deferred maintenance needs and ensure its long-term sustainability.
Posted inSports
Dallas Mavericks Name Mike Schmitz General Manager
Mike Schmitz has been named General Manager of the Dallas Mavericks, joining from the Portland Trail Blazers where he served as Assistant General Manager and was widely regarded as a top NBA talent evaluator.
Posted inWho Owns South Dallas?
$20 Million Thirty21 Project to Bring Mixed-Income Housing to South Dallas
Thirty21, a $20 million mixed-income midrise residential development, is set to become the first of its scale along the MLK corridor in South Dallas, providing a combination of affordable and market-rate housing and supporting continued growth in the surrounding area.
Posted inEducation
Paul Quinn College’s Taste of the Cowboys Challenge Inspires Student-Chefs
The Taste of the Cowboys Youth Challenge provided North Texas high school students with a day of immersion, mentorship, and exposure to the hospitality industry, connecting their passion for food with real-world career pathways and providing them with tangible access to industry leaders and opportunities.
Posted inJobs
RedBird Innovation Center Hosts Dynamic Workforce Development Summit
The Build the Workforce Workforce Development Summit at the DEC Network at RedBird brought together Dallas residents, job seekers, career changers, and workforce leaders to discuss and explore the pathways to economic mobility through construction.
Posted inCommunity, Events, Homepage, This Week, Women
Inspiring Conversations and Recognition at Texas Women’s Foundation Event
The 2026 Texas Women’s Foundation Leadership Forum and Awards Celebration honored influential leaders in North Texas and provided a space for candid conversations about leadership, while also recognizing the accomplishments of women in various fields.
