Author: Shawn Williams

DSB post sparks debate at Pegasus News site

DSB post sparks debate at Pegasus News site

My post regarding the 15-year old that was shot by a DART officer has garnered a huge amount of comments at Pegasus News.  You can view the reactions here .  I still haven't read much by way of follow up to this sad story.  Sad for the boy's family, sad...

Are Black Women Scaring Off Their Men?

Are Black Women Scaring Off Their Men?

This is a bit of a departure from the everyday workings of Dallas South, but a friend of mine asked me my thoughts on this article and I finally go around to sharing them. NOTE; Feel free to email me at shawn@dallassouthblog.com if you would like to suggest blog topics....

Oakley and Leppert headed for June 16 runoff for Dallas Mayor

Oakley and Leppert headed for June 16 runoff for Dallas Mayor

I can't say I was terribly shocked with the results of Saturday's Dallas Mayoral election.  This is America, and so many times the guy who spends the most money gets the most votes.  This is not to throw rocks at Mr. Leppert – heck I voted for him – but...

Dallas Association of Black Cardiologists to hold 2007 Super Weekend Event

Dallas Association of Black Cardiologists to hold 2007 Super Weekend Event

The Association of Black Cardiologists (ABC), Inc. will be hosting their 2007 Super Weekend:Taking Steps Towards Better Health program next weekend.  The ABC, along with local community and church leaders issue a call to action urging all Dallas residents to find out their risk of heart disease and stroke.  ...

UTA Master of Music Michelle N. Magee to perform graduate recital

UTA Master of Music Michelle N. Magee to perform graduate recital

The University of Texas at Arlington and The Voice Studio of Mr. Ron Montgomery will host the graduate voice recital of Michelle N. Magee.  Ms. Magee, a graduate of Wilmer-Hutchins High School, received her Masters of Music in Music Education this Spring. Her recital will be held at Iron's Recital...

Early Voting has Leppert out front for Dallas Mayor followed by Oakley and Hill

Early Voting has Leppert out front for Dallas Mayor followed by Oakley and Hill

Early returns in the Dallas Mayor's race has Tom Leppert leading with 30% of the vote.  Ed Oakley is second with 19% and Don Hill has received 14% of the votes so far.  If no candidate receives 50% or the votes +1, then there will be a runoff.  We'll see...

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Subscribe to Dallas South Blog Today!!!

I'd like to thank everyone for your continued support of Dallas South Blog.  Leading up to the 1-year anniversary of Dallas South next month, there will be some exciting additions and announcements.  One of those additions will come next Thursday. May 17. Please take a moment to register with Dallas South, so...

Friendship-West to host All Male Worship on May 14

Friendship-West to host All Male Worship on May 14

The words in the theme song of a popular 1980’s sitcom go something like this: Sometimes you want to go, where everybody knows your name.  And their always glad you came. Men on this particular show would fulfill this urge by gathering at a local bar.  But the men of...

R Kelly Trial still delayed after 5 years

R Kelly Trial still delayed after 5 years

Black America Web has an article that highlights the 5 years that have passed since R & B singer R Kelly was charged with child pornography for allegedly videotaping sex acts with a teen female.  See the entire article here. According to the article, "R. Kelly has had six best-selling albums,...