By Carla L Davis Excessive heat conditions are the norm for Southern states in the summer months of July and August, it is for Texas in particular. For two months, […]
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The VoiceÂ
Big Mike Johnson on Football, Building Wealth, and His Unconventional Journey to Success By Lynn Pearcey Every athlete hears the voice at some point in their career. When it speaks, […]
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Meet Lincoln High School’s new principal: Lance Williams
By Michaela Rush Dallas ISD welcomes back students, teachers, and staff on Monday, August 14. Simultaneously, the legendary Lincoln High School is welcoming a new principal, Lance Williams. Dallas Free […]
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PEPSI® Dig In Day Returns To Celebrate and Support Black-Owned Restaurants With Its Biggest Festivities to Date, Including Picking Up The Tab for $100,000 in Meals for Foodies Across the Country
August 1, 2023 – PEPSI® Dig In, the brand’s platform designed to drive access, business growth, and awareness to Black-owned restaurants, returns with Pepsi Dig In Day, its annual calling […]
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Black Women in Philanthropy: A closer look inside the world of nonprofit
On June 16th, the Reconciliation and Restoration Foundation hosted dynamic women from across the DFW gathered for an afternoon to discuss navigating the nonprofit world, specifically as a Black woman. […]
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Climate Disaster is Destroying the Black Community
According to a study done by the Journal of the American Planning Association, impoverished neighborhoods tend to have a higher level of heat exposure caused by climate change. Environmental Racism […]
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Medicaid prescriptions for opioid use disorder are on the rise. Here’s what you need to know
By Shakhzod Yuldoshboev Opioid use disorder, or OUD, has grown into a nationwide epidemic, and state Medicaid programs play an integral role in mitigating it. Canva The CDC classifies opioids […]
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Reckoning With Racism, Even at a Haven Like Spelman
By Joseph Williams Originally appeared in Word in Black Sociology professor Cynthia Spence says we need dialogue to help HBCU students heal from beliefs rooted in white supremacy. The Black […]
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Apprentice Community Space Set to Open in 2024
Apprentice, a nonprofit creative community workspace and coffee shop dedicated to literary and creative arts education, will be coming to the Oak Cliff Assembly in early 2024. Apprentice will serve […]
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Your health is our go(ooooo)al!Â
It starts with healthy nutrition! Summer break is almost over, and the back-to-school vibes are here. The hustle and bustle of getting your kids to school or soccer practice and […]
