For Kristopher Price, youth sports have always meant more than touchdowns and championships. Growing up in Dallas, the lessons he learned on the football field shaped the direction of his life. […]
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Destiny Takes Center Stage: Misty Copeland Inspires Dallas at St. Philip’s Destiny Award Luncheon
Over 1,000 supporters gathered at the Omni Hotel Dallas to celebrate the 26th annual Destiny Award Luncheon, featuring ballerina Misty Copeland, to raise funds for St. Philip’s School & Community Center and honor Dallas philanthropist Fredye Factor.
Posted inHealth
More Than a Prescription: How Prism Health North Texas Pharmacy Keeps Care Close to Home
Prism Health North Texas operates full-service pharmacies in Oak Cliff, South Dallas, and Uptown, offering convenient access to quality care, prescription delivery, and integrated care coordination.
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Cheryl “Salt” James Celebrates Unity Champions Mental Health at TSMAC’s Revive the Culture Show
Cheryl “Salt” James joined TSMAC’s Revive the Culture stepshow in South Dallas to celebrate youth, unity, and the power of the arts, while also discussing her new single “Salty and Lit” and her book on mental health.
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Full House in South Dallas: Sen. Royce West Rallies Community at Vista Bank’s Black History Month Breakfast
Community leaders, entrepreneurs, elected officials, and residents gathered at the Vista Bank South Dallas Financial Literacy & Banking Center to celebrate Black History Month and hear from Sen. Royce West on the importance of civic engagement and representation, as well as the appointment of Lubbock Smith as the new President of the South Dallas Banking Center.
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Judah Rising: A South Dallas Story of Becoming, Breaking Cycles, and Choosing Self
Judah Rising: A Story of Becoming is a memoir that documents the author’s life in South Dallas, from the crack era to his journey of healing through trauma-informed yoga, and ultimately to becoming a writer and journalist.
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I-30 Closures Aren’t New — But the Impact on South Dallas Is Growing
The I-30 Canyon Improvement Project in Dallas is causing major disruptions for drivers, with all lanes of I-30 between I-35E and I-45/U.S. 75 scheduled to close from 10:00 p.m. Friday, January 30, through 5:00 a.m. Monday, February 2, as part of the $888 million project to reconnect South Dallas with downtown.
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Streets and Seats: Conversations On Civics
James Talarico emphasizes the importance of respect, outreach, and connection in politics, and encourages people to take time to center themselves and bridge generational divides.
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Crockett Running for Senate, Haynes for Congress: A High-Stakes Political Shift for Dallas
On December 8, 2025, U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett and Rev. Frederick D. Haynes III of Friendship-West Baptist Church announced their campaigns for the U.S. Senate and the 30th Congressional District, respectively, in a bid to protect Black representation in North Texas.
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New PID Aims to Generate $9M for South Dallas Public Safety and Infrastructure
The Sunny South Dallas Public Improvement District (PID) is a resident-led initiative aimed at generating approximately $9 million over the next decade to improve public safety, neighborhood infrastructure, and economic stability in one of Dallas’ most historic and culturally significant communities.