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Tag: Texas
Posted inWomen's History Month Special Edition
After 14 Years Away, Empress Davenport Comes Back to North Texas to Help Build the Dallas Wings
Empress Davenport, a Duncanville, Texas native, has returned home after 14 years to join the Dallas Wings as an assistant coach, where she is excited to learn from head coach Jose Fernandez and contribute to the team’s success.
Posted inWord In Black
Faith Leaders Emphasize Benefits of Marriage in Black Community
Black faith leaders are encouraging their congregants to consider marriage, emphasizing its personal, spiritual, financial, and health benefits, and providing guidance on how to build a successful marriage based on commitment, compromise, and a strong relationship with God.
Posted inTexas Tribune
Thousands of Texas Students Lose College Credits, Costing Time and Money
Thousands of Texas community college students are losing transfer credits each year, resulting in increased education costs and delayed graduation, due to courses not counting towards their degree or not meeting grade requirements.
Posted inSpiritual
Preserved by Purpose: Blessing of Resurrection and Restoration
Why Did I Get Married? is a movie about the importance of resurrection and restoration, showing that in order for something to be resurrected, it must first die, and once the truth is exposed, the seeds of a new beginning can be planted and the hopefulness of restoration can take place.
Posted inTexas Tribune
Texas Prisons Face Trial over Lack of Air Conditioning
A trial is set to begin in Austin over the lack of air conditioning in Texas prisons, which a federal judge ruled is “plainly unconstitutional” and has led to the deaths of at least 23 inmates since 1998.
Posted inSports
Dallas Wings Announce Coaching Staff
Dallas Wings Head Coach Jose Fernandez has finalized his coaching and bench staff, which includes Camille Smith, David Adkins, Mike Neighbors, Empress Davenport, LaMont Russell, Justin Keller, and Anthony Brammer.
Posted inEvents
The South Dallas Golf Classic Turns the Golf Course into A Hub for Culture and Connection
The first annual South Dallas Golf Classic will take place on April 4th at Luna Vista Golf Course, bringing together families, local business owners, and neighborhood leaders to support Start Within Impact Forever (SWIFT) and promote financial literacy, economic empowerment, and community building.
Posted inReal Estate
Controversy Surrounds Dallas City Hall Demolition Plans
The debate over the demolition of a city-owned building in Dallas has sparked a larger conversation about public trust, fiscal priorities, and the role of city leadership, with many residents concerned about the $1 billion price tag and the potential economic impact of the decision.
Posted inWomen's History Month Special Edition
A Celebration of Influence: Inside Dallas’ 4th Annual Women of Influence Awards
The 4th Annual Women of Influence Awards Luncheon celebrated the achievements of Dallas’ most impactful women in various fields, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, visibility, and intentional support for long-term change.
