Paige Bueckers, A’ja Wilson, and Angel Reese made an impact at the 2026 Met Gala, showcasing the growing influence of women’s basketball beyond the court.
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Preserved by Purpose: Hot Water Cornbread and Mama’s Wisdom
After struggling to make hot water cornbread, the author finally learned the secret from her mother, and was reminded that spiritual growth is similar to the process of learning to balance the various areas of one’s life.
Posted inSports
Dallas Mavericks Name Masai Ujiri President and Alternate Governor
Masai Ujiri has been named President and Alternate Governor of the Dallas Mavericks, where he will oversee all aspects of the team’s basketball operations and work to shape the organization’s long-term direction.
Posted inEducation
Paul Quinn College’s Taste of the Cowboys Challenge Inspires Student-Chefs
The Taste of the Cowboys Youth Challenge provided North Texas high school students with a day of immersion, mentorship, and exposure to the hospitality industry, connecting their passion for food with real-world career pathways and providing them with tangible access to industry leaders and opportunities.
Posted inJobs
RedBird Innovation Center Hosts Dynamic Workforce Development Summit
The Build the Workforce Workforce Development Summit at the DEC Network at RedBird brought together Dallas residents, job seekers, career changers, and workforce leaders to discuss and explore the pathways to economic mobility through construction.
Posted inCommunity, Events, Homepage, This Week, Women
Inspiring Conversations and Recognition at Texas Women’s Foundation Event
The 2026 Texas Women’s Foundation Leadership Forum and Awards Celebration honored influential leaders in North Texas and provided a space for candid conversations about leadership, while also recognizing the accomplishments of women in various fields.
Posted inThe Weekend
The Midnight Set Serves Culture, Community And A Call To Reclaim The Court
The Midnight Set was a tennis event held at Life Time Fitness that brought together seasoned players and first-timers to promote access, exposure, and community building, while also honoring the legacy of the American Tennis Association and the United States Tennis Association.
Posted inSocial Justice
Dallas Mavericks, NBA Social Justice Coalition Spotlight Second Chances During Reentry Summit
The Dallas Mavericks and the National Basketball Social Justice Coalition held a Second Chance Summit to discuss the challenges of reentry for formerly incarcerated individuals and to promote policies that provide second chances and support for those seeking to rebuild their lives.
Posted inFashion
Food in Fashion Event in Dallas Highlights Intersection of Hospitality and Fashion
Food in Fashion 2026 showcased the intersection of Dallas’s hospitality and fashion industries, featuring local restaurants and designers, and supporting the Texas Restaurant Foundation’s mission to cultivate the next generation of hospitality leaders.
Posted inEducation
Jazmin Darjean Is Building a Seat at the Table and Pulling Others Up With Her
Jazmin Darjean, the first Black woman to serve as SMU’s student body president, is committed to connecting the campus to the Dallas community and ensuring that all students are heard and represented.
