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Popular Houston Eatery 'Stuff'd Wings' Heads to The Star for One-Day Pop-Up April 30
Houston foodie favorite Stuff'd Wings is hitting the road and heading north to Frisco for a one-day pop-up event at Sports Academy at The Star on April 30th from 1pm to 8pm. The popular 3rd Ward based restaurant will participate in the Black on the Block Spring Festival, which will feature a "curated, immersive experience" of over 100 black-owned businesses, food, music and activations.
Chance the Rapper Heads to OU April 29 for Free Concert, Officially Sells Out
At the University of Oklahoma (OU), students believe it's time for a revival — and they have commissioned the help of GRAMMY award-winning artist Chance the Rapper and GRAMMY-nominated Contemporary Christian artists Kari Jobe and Chandler Moore for the occasion. What started off as a "God-sized dream" to a small group of OU students in a September 7, 2022 gathering, has now grown to a 150-member student-led movement called "Fill the Stadium" (FTS) — an evangelistic, free and sold-out event to take place on Saturday, April 29th at the Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium.
Cora Black and Ivy Awino Chair 'Cocktails for a Cause', Help Raise $100K for Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas
Supporters of Planned Parenthood gathered in Dallas to raise funds for essential healthcare and health education services, including breast and cervical cancer screenings, STD testing and treatment, birth control, and pregnancy testing.
Fashion Students to Compete for $40,000 in Scholarships at 'Project Runway' Inspired Competition by FGI Dallas April 14
Fashion Group International of Dallas (FGI Dallas) will award more than $40,000 in fashion and merchandising scholarships to outstanding college and university students from across North Texas and the region on April 14th at its annual FGI Dallas Scholarship Competition Awards. The event takes place from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at The Dallas Market Center on the 10th floor.
Mike Render AKA 'Killer Mike' Heads to Frisco for Annual State of Entrepreneurship Event on March 29
The DEC Network, a leading resource for entrepreneurs and startups, announced that it will host its annual State of Entrepreneurship presented by Bank of America on March 29, 2023 at FC Dallas National Soccer Hall of Fame in Frisco, Texas. This year’s event will be a special one as The DEC Network is celebrating its 10-year anniversary.
Good Morning Texas Co-Host Hannah Davis Announces Departure
Hannah Davis, the spunky and energetic Co-Host of WFAA Channel 8's Good Morning Texas ("GMT"), has officially announced her departure from the popular Dallas-based morning show today. After seven years at the station, and the last two serving as host for GMT, the Wichita, Kansas native has decided that now is the time to amicably part ways.
Bevy Smith Heads to Dallas to Celebrate Big Thought's BIG NIGHT
Actress and philanthropist Bevy Smith will make her way to Dallas March 4, 2023 to emcee Big Thought's BIG NIGHT fundraiser at The Factory in Deep Ellum. The Bevelations author and star of hit TV show Harlem will grace the stage, to honor numerous creative visionaries and community leaders for their commitment to BIG ideas and their Big Thought Impact. The evening will feature a VIP cocktail reception, youth-led entertainment, seated dinner, and live auction with a paddle raise.
Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce Tears Down Current Building, Paves Way for the Future
The Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce ("DBCC") proved that it is out with the old and in with the new as it moved forward on January 25th with a demolition of its historical building housed on Martin Luther King Boulevard. The facility has undergone significant wear and tear over the last several years; however, it has lovingly served as the home to the Black Chamber since 1982 and up until 2016, when the Chamber moved its headquarters and operations across the street to the MLK Center.
Dallas Leaders DeMarcus Lawrence, Lynn McBee and Others Gear Up for Big Thought's BIG NIGHT
Big Thought, an impact education nonprofit, announces the highly anticipated return of its BIG NIGHT fundraising event, to take place on March 4, 2023 from 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. at The Factory in Deep Ellum. The evening is slated to include a cocktail reception, seated dinner, youth-led entertainment, and a vibrant live auction of experiences with an impactful paddle raise. BIG NIGHT will also honor several creative visionaries and community leaders for their commitment to BIG ideas and their Big Thought impact.
Shake Up Your Holiday Menu Using these Smokey Joe’s BBQ 'Best Brisket' Tips
If there’s one thing Kris Manning knows how to do and do well – it’s BBQ. The Owner of Smokey Joe’s BBQ takes pride in smoking the competition and perfecting his craft, notably earning him the title of Pitmaster, and landing Smokey Joe’s as one of the top 50 best BBQ joints in Texas.
Don Morphy Dishes Top Trends for Men This Holiday Season
Not every man can be a don, but one can most certainly try. According to award-winning designer of Don Morphy, Daniel Mofor, the Dallas gent is stepping back into style embracing a bit more of the unconventional – and a little razzle dazzle – to achieve best-dressed status for this holiday season. Now that outside is officially open, Dallas residents are gearing up for even bigger, badder and bolder statements of fashion as more social events stack on the horizon.
City Council Members Crystal Chism and Adam Bazaldua Named Honorary Chairs for 3rd Annual Not My Son 'Picture This' Gala
Not My Son (“NMS”) – a Black women led non-profit organization dedicated to reforming city and national systems of oppression – will present its third annual gala “Picture This”, at High Point Event Center on Saturday, December 3, 2022, beginning at 7:00 p.m. The fundraising event will feature a seated dinner catered by Chef Felicia Guimont of Southern Best Catering, entertainment, a performance by Addison Grace Mouser of Brown Girls Do Ballet, an awards spotlight of influential community leaders, and more. Since its inception, NMS has impacted over 9,000 community members through its initiatives from monthly cleanups, food distribution, voter registration assistance, leadership programs and more for South and East Dallas residents.
Pinky Cole Heads to Dallas November 28 for Book Tour, Celebrity Experience
Pinky Cole, the visionary, founder and CEO behind the cult-favorite, plant-based brand Slutty Vegan, Bar Vegan and The Pinky Cole Foundation, has officially announced a book tour for her new cookbook, Eat Plants, B*tch. Set to kick off in New York on November 14, the "Pinky Cole Experience" tour will continue through Atlanta, Los Angeles and Dallas before concluding in Baltimore, where Pinky was born and raised.
Snap Kitchen Re-Opens Uptown Dallas Location
Snap Kitchen, a Texas-based source for healthy, on-the-go meals and snacks, officially re-opened its second brick and mortar Dallas location in Uptown on October 17. Located at 2222 McKinney Ave, the elevated meal-prep brand is welcoming Dallas residents back in its store with fan favorite dishes, new seasonal, chef-crafted menus, new membership perks and more!
Legacy West Celebrates Black Business Month with Pop-Ups and First-Ever Black Beauty Room and Awards
National Black Business Month is here and it is a time to celebrate and recognize black-owned businesses across the nation. Legacy West, in its ongoing community efforts, is dedicated to building an environment of inclusivity. From hiring minority and women-owned vendors to working with diverse organizations, it has cultivated a community that celebrates all of its patrons.
Magic Johnson Heads to Dallas for Dallas Celeb Fashion Awards August 20
NBA legend Earvin "Magic" Johnson, amongst many other notable celebs, will touch down in Dallas on Saturday August 20th for the inaugural Dallas Celeb Fashion Awards to take place at The Statler Hotel. Honoring celebrities and designers who were (and are) at the helm of iconic black labels, the star-studded gala will feature a high-energy fashion show featuring the honored brands: Karl Kani, Dapper Dan, Baby Phat, and FUBU. Many of the founders and representatives from the legendary brands will be in attendance.
'The One That Got Away' Updates with Nigel and Allyssa: Where Are They Now?
Prime Video is shaking things up this Summer by debuting a hot new dating show where six singles experience several blasts from the past -- and all in the name of finding love on "The One That Got Away." Hosted by singer-songwriter Betty Who, the experiential dating series gives participants a second chance at exploring missed connections from the past, as individuals re-emerge one by one from "The Portal" to surprise the singles and to gauge if love is on the horizon. Things get a little dicey and often cutthroat as the singles dive deep into the throes of dating -- selectively probing each option in a twisted game of fate and roulette, as they decide whether to continue dating one person over the other, or go back to "The Portal" to see who is up to bat for their love next.
2022 Camp Exposure: Local Athletes Learn Mental Health Awareness, Financial Literacy and Physical Fitness at 3-Day Event
Camp Exposure, powered by Vista Bank, held its NFL-style combine training camp for 100 underserved high school athletes at Highland Park's Highlander Stadium on July 8th - 10th, with personal and professional development sessions held at the Embassy Suites of Dallas Park Central. Athletes hailed from all over the DFW Metroplex representing Carter High School, South Oak Cliff High School, Desoto High School, Mesquite, Frisco, Skyline, Duncanville, Lancaster, Cedar Hill, Rockwall and more.
Dallas Mavericks Seek 100 Diverse Entrepreneurs for 'Mavs Business Assist' Program
The Dallas Mavericks have partnered with The Lonely Entrepreneur to empower 100 diverse entrepreneurs with the access to knowledge, tools, and support they need to succeed as part of the Mavs Business Assist (MBA) program. The program is open for applications from now until July 31.
Custom Menswear Clothier J.Hilburn Names Stein Ove Fenne as New CEO
J.Hilburn, a leading custom-made menswear brand, announced today that Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Dave DeFeo is retiring but will remain a Board Member and advisor to the Management Team. Stein Ove Fenne will succeed DeFeo as the new CEO, effective July 14, 2022.
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Leah Frazier is a two-time Emmy award-winning content creator and journalist that has covered local news, entertainment, business, fashion and lifestyle on both the local and national levels for over 10 years. She's the CEO of Think Three Media -- an ADDY award-winning marketing and communications agency that provides creative and innovative solutions for cutting edge brands. Her podcast, PR Yourself with Leah Frazier is a top 100 podcast in the business category and adored all over the world. In addition to being a multi-hyphenate creative, she's passionate about entrepreneurship, startups, women's rights, fashion and more!
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