The Dallas Weekly team attended two civic engagement events, including a Q&A session with Maryland Governor Wes Moore at Paul Quinn College and a roundtable discussion at the Civilized Festival, while the Dallas College Police Department faced criticism for excessive security measures at the latter event.
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Code Compliance Notifies City Attorney of Numerous Violations at Monroe Group Property
Residents of Peoples El Shaddai Village, a government subsidized apartment complex in East Oak Cliff, have reported numerous health and safety violations, including mold, sewer backups, and broken air conditioning, and are seeking legal action against the property manager, Monroe Group.
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The Tragedies of Eric Adams, Marcellus Williams, and Mark Robinson
The recent news stories of three Black men reveal what happens when we don’t participate effectively in our government.
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Civilized Fest: Civic Pulse Edition Coming This Saturday With Headliner Scrappy And A Star-studded Lineup
By:Â Sincerely Nicole Media DALLAS – Sept. 24, 2024 – PRLog — Get ready for an unforgettable day of music, community, and empowerment at the Civilized Fest: Civic Pulse Edition this Saturday, September 28th at the Dallas College Cedar Valley Campus. This vibrant festival promises to be a celebration of culture, featuring hip hop and reality star Scrappy as the headliner, […]
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Trump and Vance’s Lies Fuel Violence Against Haitian Immigrants in Ohio
Former President Donald Trump and Vice Presidential candidate JD Vance have spread false claims about Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio, leading to an increase in violence and discrimination against them.
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Gen-Z Voices: The Burden of Respectability Politics: A Perpetual Struggle for Black Americans
Respectability politics, a set of guidelines for Black people to adhere to white standards, is not a solution to the perpetual political limbo in America, as it often leads to Black people attacking each other instead of the system.
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Dallas Alumni Purpose Awards Honors Individuals and Organizations Making a Difference in the Community
The 2nd Annual Dallas Alumni Purpose Awards, hosted by Tribe of Socialites – Dallas Greek Socialites, will honor HBCU Alumni Chapters and Divine Nine Alumni Organizations for their contributions to unity, equity, inclusion, and student retention, with all profits going to scholarships for local students attending HBCUs.
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The Converse and Cocktails Kickoff Event: A Powerful Reminder of the Strength of Parenthood
The Converse and Cocktails event at the Motivated Mom Retreat was a celebration of parenthood, recognizing the strength and resilience of parents, and offering a reminder to pour back into ourselves so that we can keep giving our best to our families.
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Marcellus Williams: Faith Leaders Join the Fight to Stop His Execution
Faith leaders in Missouri are advocating for clemency for Marcellus Williams, a Black man sentenced to death for a murder he did not commit, and are calling for life without parole instead.
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Dirk Nowitzki Foundation Holds Sixth Annual Tennis Tournament
The Dirk Nowitzki Foundation held their sixth annual tennis tournament at the Banner House at T Bar M last Saturday. The Hall of Famer would call upon former teammates J.J. Barea and Steve Nash to hit the court for a good cause. Nowitzki also had other notable names like television’s Phil McGraw and former professional tennis […]
