The Texas Advocacy Project (TAP) on Thursday announced the kickoff of its 16th annual statewide “Handbags for Hope” campaign, a fundraiser that supports the organization’s mission to end domestic...
Dallas International Film Festival Returns After COVID Hiatus
The Dallas International Film Festival is returning after canceling last year due to COVID. The return comes with a shortened three-day weekend edition focused on Texas stories and social justice...
By Mary Dada | Oct 9, 2021
Posty Fest Canceled Again Due To Logistics
For the second year in a row, Posty Fest has been canceled. The annual festival named after rapper Post Malone won't be happening due to logistical issues, according to the Posty Fest website. "Due...
Run, Hide, Fight – The Keys to Surviving an Active Shooter
The chances of being part of an active shooter scenario are extremely low. However, the key to survival is awareness of your surroundings, remaining calm, and following the advice from homeland...
As Technology Increases, Smart Locks Continue to Provide Safety
One of the best investments for homeowners is the locks that keep their homes safe from unwanted intruders. As technology makes life easier, smart locks are becoming the norm allowing homeowners...
Increase Water Pressure Without Increasing Usage
Does turning on the shower cause more of a dribble than a rush of warm water from your showerhead? If so, you may be suffering from low water pressure. But there are things you can do. Local...
Plano Ranks Among the Top 5 Places to Raise a Family
Plano beat out Houston, Fort Worth, Dallas, and even Austin to score a top spot on WalletHub’s study of the best places to live for families across the United States. Out of 182 cities, Plano landed...
By Edgar James | Oct 8, 2021
Helen’s Project: Reconstructing Lives
Helen’s Project was founded in 2009 by a group of people who wanted to see changes in the lives of those struggling with addiction. The demographics helped include ex-offenders with drug-related...
Skilled Labor Job Fair Coming to West Dallas
According to the City of Dallas website, a skilled labor job fair will be held at the West Dallas Multipurpose Center on Saturday, October 23rd, from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. The center is located at...
By Tracy Moseley | Oct 7, 2021
Dallas’ Biggest Halloween Street Party in New Location
Known as the “biggest street party” in Dallas, the annual Halloween Block Party is still going on this year, but in a different location. “Due to COVID concerns and city recommendations, the street...
Bright Light Volunteers Helps Communities and Educates Youth
Bright Light Volunteers aims to provide travel in the most authentic way possible. Rather than people being the typical tourist, the goal is to give travelers a more “real” experience by immersing...
Gas Monkey Bar & Grill Rebrands
The Gas Monkey Bar & Grill in Northwest Dallas is set to finally reopen under new management and with a new name. The bar has cut ties with its co-founder Richard Rawlings and has been rebranded...
Captain Kirk Boldly Going Where No Sci-Fi Actor Has Gone Before
On Oct. 12, legendary science-fiction actor William Shatner, best known for his role as Captain Kirk in the original Star Trek television series, will blast off aboard a Blue Origin reusable rocket...
The Family Place in North Texas Combats Family Violence
The Family Place was founded in 1978, by a committee that wanted to see a change in the world, starting with the issue of family violence. Through hard work and dedication, they eventually became...
Irving Resident Among Nominees for Nobel Peace Prize
An Irving resident is among the nominees for the Nobel Peace Prize, which is set to be announced on Friday, Oct. 8. Raveen Arora, who moved from Arizona to Irving this year to be close to his...
By Mary Dada | Oct 6, 2021
How Haven for Hope Addresses Homelessness
"More than a shelter, it's a transformational campus." That's Haven for Hope's slogan. Open since 2010, they are an organization located in San Antonio addressing homelessness. In August, The Dallas...
The Culinary Nonprofit Supporting Professionals in Dallas
The Dallas Food and Wine Alliance is a nonprofit committed to supporting the culinary field in Dallas, Texas. In a press release issued by the organization, they said $16,000 in donations would be...
The Dallas Couple Helping Barbers and Stylists
In 2017, Tye and Courtney Caldwell of North Texas created an app to benefit self-employed salon owners. The app, ShearShare, has been able to help more than one million professionals since...
Shurrun’s House for Homeless and Troubled Women
Shurrun’s House Sober Living Transitional Homes for Women supply necessary support for recovering women. They say, “women struggling with addiction and homelessness face unique challenges. These...
Aaron Lowe’s Father Tells Young People “Please Put The Guns Down”
The father of the University of Utah football player from Mesquite who was shot at a house party has asked young people to stay away from violence and put away their guns. Aaron Lowe was shot and...
By Mary Dada | Oct 5, 2021
Love For Kids: Clothing the Young at Heart
Love For Kids Inc. may sound like an ordinary charity name, but what this organization does for children is undoubtedly extraordinary. Located in Dallas, Texas, Love For Kids was founded in 1975 by...
