By Steven Monacelli Democratic gubernatorial candidate Beto O’Rourke was warmly welcomed by hundreds at Disciple Central Community Church in DeSoto, Texas this past weekend. Among the highly diverse crowd were over a dozen elected officials from across the area, including a handful of Dallas City council members. DeSoto Mayor Rachel L. Proctor introduced O’Rourke to […]
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A Pathway for Black Wealth
Black businesses are an essential part of the economy. As one of the fastest-growing segments of the U.S. economy, Black businesses contribute an estimated $200 billion to the national economy annually. Research shows that entire communities benefit when Black businesses succeed. They create jobs, close the racial wealth gap, and strengthen local economies. In celebration of Black Business Month this August, […]
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A Voice for All Paws to Open Adoption Center
Cats are said to have nine lives, and now, thanks to A Voice for All Paws, cats and kittens in Dallas will have longer and healthier lives. A Voice for All Paws (AVAP), a nonprofit cat rescue organization, is opening a Cat Café, an adoption center and luxury boarding near Garland and Peavy. Set to open […]
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Next Dallas track phenom 7-year-old Dakota White is coming
The next transcendent women’s track star is training for her time to dominate the sport. Before her time, however, 7-year-old Dakota White is focused on being a child, while intently focusing on her craft. Sonja Franklin-Johnson, White’s sprint coach described the young superwoman as a competitive phenom, but makes sure fun is included during workouts. […]
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She Represents…Brooke Fitzpatrick
Brooke Fitzpatrick is the Founder and CEO of MosaicMatchmaking. She experienced firsthand how frustrating finding a partner can be. It wasn’t until Brooke met her husband Jared that she understood what it meant to truly be compatible with someone. After speaking with many friends and acquaintances about their struggles in finding love. Brooke founded Mosaic […]
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I Am Becoming a Dinosaur…and No One Seems to Care
By Dr. Giani Clarkson I love urban education. It means the world to me. I love the challenges, the ups and downs, the rewards. Nothing warms my heart more than to see children who come from nightmarish places achieve their wildest dreams of success through the pathway of education. I am immensely cognizant of my […]
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10 Ways Living in the Present Can Make You Healthier & Happier
By Scott Blair We all deal with stress and anxiety, although some deal with it more than others. In today’s world of COVID, skyrocketing gas and food prices, inflation and other issues, it’s easy to be stressed. It’s easy to think back on the past and the choices you wish you could change. It’s also […]
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Ralph Rolle Sweetens the Soul With Soul Snacks Cookies
By Catrina Satterwhite Ralph Rolle is a master percussionist who has played with the likes of Nile Rodgers and Chic, Sting, Bette Midler, Bono, Erykah Badu, Mary J. Blige and so many more. He has been a sought-after drummer in the music industry for decades. You’ve likely heard at least one song that he was a […]
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Digital Equity
By Sean Reed It is worth commending local policymakers’ current efforts to solve our City’s digital divide, as there are still 120,000 Dallas residents that are without a broadband subscription at home. Digital equity is a pressing matter, and if the past two years of the pandemic have taught us anything it is that, given […]
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Not My Son Holds Back To School Festival
By Steven Monacelli Students of all ages gathered in J.P. Hawn Park on the last weekend before school kicks off across Dallas for games, dancing, and prize giveaways. The event was organized by local nonprofit Not My Son, a Black-women led grassroots community organization that got its start during the George Floyd protests in the […]