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.
Posted inThe Weekend
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.
Posted inSports
Rangers Squander Bases-Loaded Sixth, Drop Series Finale to Athletics 2-1
The Athletics held off the Texas Rangers 2-1 on Sunday at Globe Life Field, with Carlos Cortes driving in both Athletics runs and Justin Sterner escaping a bases-loaded jam in the sixth.
Posted inWomen
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.
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Inside Azzi Fudd’s welcome-to-Dallas press conference
Azzi Fudd was welcomed to the Dallas Wings with a press conference that emphasized her skill, dedication, and the team’s commitment to building a winning organization.
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Dallas Wings Reveal 2026 Training Camp Roster with Late Arrivals
The Dallas Wings have announced their full 2026 training camp roster, with five players arriving late due to overseas commitments.
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Prism Health North Texas to Celebrate 40th Anniversary with Community Events
Prism Health North Texas (PHNTX) will celebrate its 40th anniversary in 2026 with a series of events to honor its legacy of care, build community connections, and raise funds to expand access to essential healthcare services.