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.
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Cooper Flagg Named 2025-26 Kia NBA Rookie of the Year
Cooper Flagg of the Mavericks has been named the 2025-26 Kia NBA Rookie of the Year, becoming the second-youngest player in NBA history to receive the honor and joining Jason Kidd and Luka Dončić as the only Mavericks to win the award.
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Preserved By Purpose: Transitions Are a Christian’s Best Friend
Transitions can be difficult, but trusting God and focusing on His plan can help us to stay encouraged and build our faith.
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Texas Gospel Music Show Revitalizes North Texas Tradition
The Texas Gospel Music Show is returning to North Texas, blending history, faith, and community in a weekend designed to uplift and inspire, featuring traditional Southern gospel quartets and emerging regional artists.
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151 Looks, One Sold-Out Night: Dallas College’s Future of Fashion Showcase Elevates the Next Generation of Designers
Dallas College’s 5th annual Future of Fashion Design showcase featured 151 custom-designed looks from students in the fashion program, with senior designer Carlos Cordona winning a $1,000 award for his standout collection.
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Jaafar Jackson Shines as Michael Jackson in the Highly Anticipated Biopic
“Michael” is a biopic that captures Michael Jackson at his peak, with Jaafar Jackson and Colman Domingo delivering outstanding performances, and the film staying true to the music and legacy of the King of Pop.
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Dallas Wings Announce 2026 Broadcast and Streaming Schedule
The Dallas Wings have announced their 2026 broadcast and streaming schedule, with KFAA returning as the exclusive local television partner and additional national television partners including NBC, Peacock and USA Network, as well as Prime and NBA TV.
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DeDe McGuire Foundation Hosts Impactful Women’s United Expo
The 2nd annual Women’s United Expo, presented by the DeDe McGuire Foundation in partnership with Hey Chica Movement, was a cultural gathering rooted in purpose, visibility, and collective elevation, featuring panels, activations, and a vendor marketplace, all centered around empowering women of color through resources, financial literacy, and community-driven support systems.
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Cooper Flagg Didn’t Just Live Up to the Hype. He Raised It.
Cooper Flagg’s impressive rookie season with the Dallas Mavericks saw him average 21.0 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 4.5 assists over 70 games, while also breaking multiple records and earning praise from coaches and teammates for his work ethic and determination.
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Preserved by Purpose: Shock Treatment
After her father was brought back to life by a neighbor who knew CPR, the author reflects on how the experience taught her the importance of genuine forgiveness and how God sometimes allows jolts to get our hearts back on rhythm.