The South Dallas community celebrated the dedication of the John Lewis Social Justice Academy, a $80 million investment in the heart of Oak Cliff, to honor the legacy of civil rights icon John Lewis and empower the next generation of leaders.
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Posted inWho Owns South Dallas?
South Dallas Residents Urged to Reclaim Future with Proposed Public Improvement District
South Dallas is facing a critical moment in its history, and Scottie Smith, II believes that the neighborhood can reclaim its future by controlling the financial tools that shape redevelopment, such as the proposed Public Improvement District (PID).
Posted inSports
Dallas Mavericks Part Ways with Nico Harrison
The Dallas Mavericks have relieved Nico Harrison of his duties as general manager and president of basketball operations, effective immediately, and named Michael Finley and Matt Riccardi as co-interim general managers to oversee basketball operations while the organization conducts a search for a permanent replacement.
Posted inPolitics
Eight Democrats Break Ranks as Senate Moves to End Nation’s Longest Shutdown
Eight Senate Democrats joined Republicans to pass a short-term spending measure, setting in motion the first real steps toward reopening the federal government, while igniting an intraparty storm over the cost of compromise.
Posted inHealth
Building a Healthier Dallas: How Prism Health North Texas Is Strengthening Community Care
Prism Health North Texas has been providing affordable, judgment-free medical care to North Texans for nearly 40 years, and is committed to expanding its services to meet the needs of the community.
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Randall Bryant Elected as Youngest DART Board Chair at 38
Randall Bryant, a prominent figure in Dallas’s business and political landscape, has been elected as the new Board Chair of the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) Board of Directors, bringing a fresh perspective and a strong background in local community advocacy to the post.
Posted inPreserved by Purpose
Preserved By Purpose: Boaz Ain’t Broke- Part 3
Boaz demonstrated wholeness in his life by recognizing the importance of connections with others, as seen in his interactions with the kinsman redeemer of Ruth and his willingness to follow tradition and trust God.
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Parkland Health’s Diabetes CHNA Initiative offers educational classes through the Let’s Talk Diabetes program to provide resources and support to those living with diabetes.
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“Not a Moment, a Movement”: Dallas Trinity FC Makes History at State Fair Clásico
The inaugural State Fair Clásico drew a record-breaking crowd of 22,838 to Cotton Bowl Stadium, making it the largest attendance for a professional women’s sporting event in Texas, and highlighted the growing popularity of women’s soccer in Dallas.
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Preserved By Purposed: Boaz Ain’t Broke- Part 2
Boaz’s actions in the Old Testament book of Ruth show that he was whole emotionally and spiritually, as he recognized and respected God’s presence and power, and encouraged Ruth to trust in God.