The rising cases of ADHD among children, particularly boys, has led to a need for educators to be prepared to meet their needs, as students of color are often over-disciplined and underdiagnosed, leading to a higher likelihood of being underserved by the education system.
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‘This is how our ancestors who created the first freedman towns survived’: How Oak Cliff Veggie Project Plans to Heal South Dallas
The Oak Cliff Veggie Project, a nonprofit organization founded in 2015, is working to address food insecurity in South Dallas by providing fresh produce and promoting food self-sufficiency.
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How Kamala Harris Talks About Race Issues
Kamala Harris, the Democratic presidential nominee, navigates the complexities of race and politics in the 2024 election, balancing the need to appeal to white voters while maintaining her support among Black and Brown voters.
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Dallas Zoo Announces Tyrone Taylor as Vice President of People and Culture
Tyrone Taylor has been appointed as the Vice President of People and Culture at the Dallas Zoo, where he will drive talent management, foster organizational development, and elevate employee engagement.
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Dallas Weekly Joins News Media Alliance’s ‘Support Journalism Fly-In’ In Washington, D.C.
The Dallas Weekly joined advocates from across the nation in Washington D.C. to meet with lawmakers on Capital Hill and emphasize the critical role of quality journalism in a democratic society, advocating for fairness for local publications and the Journalism Competition and Preservation Act.
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Paying Teachers: It’s Time to Put Our Money Where Our Mouths Are
Amid continued talks of teacher shortages, the conversation about disparities in teacher pay remains a critical aspect for both current and prospective teacher candidates. While most people express a value for the teaching profession and its critical role in shaping the future of our country, in most states teachers still remain underpaid and feeling devalued. […]
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Arike Ogunbowale Sets Dallas Wings’ Scoring Record in Dominant Performance
Arike Ogunbowale of the Dallas Wings has become the franchise’s all-time leading scorer with 3,972 points, surpassing the previous record set by Deanna ‘Tweety’ Nolan in 2007.
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53rd Annual Legislative Conference’s Vision to Victory called for Action and AccountabilityÂ
The Annual Legislative Conference featured discussions on racial equity, economic empowerment, climate justice, health disparities, and criminal justice reform, with experts, activists, policymakers, and thought leaders highlighting the importance of intersectionality and the need for strong voter turnout in the 2024 election.
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Urgent Action Needed to Save Local Journalism From Big Tech’s Manipulation
The Journalism Competition and Preservation Act (JCPA) is a bipartisan bill aimed at restoring fairness to the media industry and safeguarding a pillar of our democracy by allowing local news publishers to negotiate with Meta and Google for fair compensation for the use of their content.
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Dallas Women of Power Symposium & Awards: Empowering Women to Step Into Their Greatness
The second annual Women of Power Symposium & Awards, hosted by 24 Carat Speakers, will feature keynote speaker Cheryl “Action” Jackson, a panel discussion with influential women, and an awards ceremony to celebrate outstanding women in the community.
