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Dallas entrepreneur donates $3 million to UNT Frisco to empowering student success
Frisco, Texas – In a magnanimous act reflective of their longstanding commitment to education and community enrichment, Dallas-based business magnate Satish Gupta, the founder, president, and CEO of SB International Inc., along with his wife Yasmin, an alumna of the University of Dallas, have pledged a substantial $3 million endowment…
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City orders closure, but hope prevails and Dallas’ “The People’s Fridge” is now operational again
Dallas, Texas – The widely renowned Oak Cliff bookstore has reinitiated operations of its community fridge, known colloquially as “The People’s Fridge,” after initially being ordered to cease operations by the City of Dallas on the 10th of July. The City of Dallas told Pan-African Connection’s owner to immediately stop…
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‘Summer of Safety’ initiative: City of Dallas is giving away up to 10,000 all-access passes for free to teenagers
Dallas, Texas – In a proactive endeavor to ensure the safety and engagement of teenagers during the sun-soaked, potentially troublesome summer months, Dallas city officials are ardently encouraging families to participate in their innovative summer program. A unique initiative, it proposes to distribute up to 10,000 all-encompassing admission passes, granting…
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Playground Park Joya: One-of-a-kind family experience is coming to Dallas County
Dallas, Texas – In a novel addition to its already expansive array of family entertainment, North Texas embraces a fresh, luminescent venture. The Parks and Recreation Department of Farmers Branch recently disclosed the inauguration of the nation’s pioneering glow-in-the-dark playground on Monday that will be located in Farmers Branch. The…
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Just 12 miles north of Dallas downtown, Dallas-based JPI has started construction of luxury-apartments project
Dallas, Texas – JPI, a seasoned Dallas real estate developer, has initiated construction of the five-story Jefferson Addison Heights, an exclusive, 290-unit luxury apartment community located in Texas. This residential complex will grace the Southeast Quadrant of Airport Parkway and Addison Road, nestled in the charming town of Addison, which…
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Dallas based nonprofit needs community support to remain operational
Dallas, Texas – Navigating turbulent financial waters, the Uvalde Foundation For Kids, a national non-profit organization established in the wake of the horrific school shooting at Robb Elementary School on May 24, 2022, is locked in a battle for survival. A team comprised solely of dedicated volunteers leads this organization…
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TREE Leadership, Dallas based nonprofit organization founded last year, supports local families in need of help
Dallas, Texas – In spite of the considerable strides made in the realm of technology, a large number of communities continue to grapple with the grim reality of eking out a living. Scholarly investigations indicate a strong correlation between lack of education and poverty. This in turn, inexorably leads to…
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The City of Dallas to raise the official Pride flag
Dallas, Texas – As we entered in the month of June, we also commence the celebration of Pride month, a period of recognition and jubilation for members of the LGBTQ+ community. This month allows them not only to rejoice in their identities but also to honor those who battled courageously…
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St. Martin’s Wine Bistro moving to new location in East Dallas
French restaurant St. Martin’s Wine Bistro is set to relocate to Old East Dallas after it closes its doors in Lower Greenville on May 20th. The establishment’s management team has been tight-lipped about the new location’s specifics, however, filings with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation list the restaurant’s…
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New Traditional Cider Maker Newest Addition to Dallas Scene
Pegasus City Brings English Tradition to Dallas with Unfiltered Hard Cider Dallas is well-known for its craft beer scene, but local brewery Pegasus City is quietly making a name for itself in the hard cider market with its “Double Dry” cider. Will Cotten, the brewer at Pegasus City, started experimenting…