While awareness has grown around colorism and texturism, a deeper discussion should be had about their impact on Black kids’ ability to learn while maintaining their culture.
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Talking Painting & Perseverance with Desmond Blair
By Ray Johnson/DW Photojournalist “God does not make mistakes, He puts people here for a reason and He will make a way for them,” World renowned painter Desmond Blair recalls […]
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She Represents: Autumn Brown Yarbrough of Nu Standard
Autumn Brown Yarbrough is the founder and CEO of Nu Standard | CBY Beauty Inc., “making hair wellness products for the busy woman the GO!” Yarbrough is a honors graduate […]
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It Starts with Me Teaches The Importance of Leadership & Love
On Aug. 20, Drs. Bernice King and Kimberly P. Johnson held an event to share their children’s book, It Starts with Me, designed to teach kids the power and transformative nature of love.
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She Reps: Kiyundra Jones
Kiyundra Jones was appointed as President of the Oak Cliff Chamber of Commerce and Oak Cliff Empowered, Inc. as of July 2014 where she serves the membership as its Chief […]
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Is Gen Z done with Democrats?
In light of the overturning of Roe V. Wade, and the subsequent backlash it has received from young progressive voters, its worth questioning if Gen Z has decided that they are done with the Democractic party.
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Camp Exposure continues to educate & inspire at their 3rd annual camp
Camp Exposure, powered by Vista Bank, held its NFL-style combine training camp for 100 underserved high school athletes at Highland Park’s Highlander Stadium on July 8th – 10th, with personal […]
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The Stigmas and Realities of an Absent Father
Absentee fathers and the issues that come as a result have been criticized for being a catch-all explanation for more complex issues. I spoke with Crystal Lockett-Thomas about the effects of an absentee father, how the issue is discussed, and the work that can be done to rectify the pain of an absent parent.
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Word in Black: Social media addiction and its impact in the classroom
Social media in and out of the classroom can be a valuable educational tool for students and educators alike. But, everything thing has it’s negativities, and for teens that can be seen in how much excessive media exposure impacts ones mental health and sense of self.
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Clarice Tinsley: All Hail The Queen
We are looking back at the legacy of Clarice Tinsley. Over 40 years of work, journalism and industry accolades,and the respect of the metroplex, she is a staple of the Dallas community and media landscape. The next generation of anchors, journalists and reporters are coming up as she was in the early and mid 70s. The media industry has changed and the audience has changed. I wanted to know what message would Clarice want to give to those women who are standing on her shoulders.
