Joy Campbell is a prominent figure in the southern sector of Dallas through the Ministry’s Guiding Minds Educational Programs, helping individuals find purpose and leading them to self-sufficiency. Born and raised in the Redbird area of Dallas, Joy graduated from Duncanville High School and went on to Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU). During her college […]
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She Represents: Sofia Olivarez, Executive Director for Susan G. Komen Dallas
Sofia’s extensive background in business and community development uniquely allows her to reach out and engage in special projects. Whether as the Executive Director for Susan G. Komen Dallas or helping individuals to further themselves economically, she values the importance of serving others. Sofia has navigated her way to support low to moderate-income families in […]
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She Represents: Michelle Williams
Michelle Williams serves as the Executive Director of the Fintech in Action initiative to encourage the hiring, promotion and retention of Black employees in the fintech industry. Williams helps to build new partnerships and increase awareness as Fintech in Action expands its outreach in the coming years. “From an economic equity perspective, there is catching […]
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She Represents: Sigrid Nikkea Jones
Fort Worth native and graduate of an inner-city high school, Ms. Jones is a practicing Licensed Professional Counselor and proud owner of Simply Candid Counseling Services, PLLC, which began in May 2015. She has worked over 13 years with clients of all backgrounds, with individual and marital issues to childhood disorders and the more severe […]
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She Represents: Rosie Thomas
Rosie Thomas is a rising star. A native of Dallas Texas, she is proof that Black Girl magic is real. She has made her mark across the state of Texas becoming a household name in the Tax Preparation and financial freedom industry. A subject matter expert in her field, Rosie came from humble beginnings and […]
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Roland Parrish’s Student Athlete of the Week: Zakhari Franklin
Words By Lewis Flanagan III Name: Zakhari Franklin Player Number: #4 Position: Wide Receiver College: University of Texas San Antonio High School: Cedar Hill High School Prior to this season, if you had mentioned to anyone that the University of Texas San Antonio Roadrunners were ranked among the nation’s best programs, they would have likely […]
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Roland Parrish’s Student Athlete of the Week: Kyndal Stowers
Words By Jacelyn Lassiter Age: 16 Sport: Volleyball High School: Denton Guyer High School Commit: Baylor University Position: Outside Hitter (OH) Height: 5’11 Class: Junior GPA: 4.6 The Denton Guyer Wildcats have set themselves up to be a force in the competition this season. With a new head coach in place, they are seeking a […]
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Roland Parrish’s Student Athlete of the Week: Aaron Lowe
Words By Lewis Flanagan III Name: Aaron Lowe Number: #22 Position: Defensive Back College: University of Utah High School: West Mesquite High School (Mesquite, TX) Every week Dallas Weekly and Parrish Restaurants, LLC partner in celebrating the accomplishments of local student athletes, both on and off of their respective playing fields. It is a task […]
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Roland Parrish’s Student Athlete of the Week: Messiah Bright
Words By Jacelyn Lassiter Age: 21 Sport: Soccer High School: Cedar Hill HS School: Texas Christian University (TCU) Position: Center Forward/ 9 Positioning Height: 5’8 Class: Senior GPA: 3.3 Texas Christian University (TCU) women’s soccer has been dominating the competition this season. With their victorious win over Kansas, they set the tone during the opener […]
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Roland Parrish’s Student Athlete of the Week: Jada Hall
Words by Lewis Flanagan III Position: Middle Blocker/ Outside Hitter School: South Grand Prairie High School Location: Grand Prairie, TX Class: Junior The spring volleyball season was not a particularly kind one to the Lady Tigers of Texas Southern University. The team clawed their way to a pair of conference wins in mid-season, but the […]
