Category: Dallas

Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson Roundup

Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson Roundup

I like to keep up with what U.S. Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson is doing in Washington, but don’t always have a chance to share all of the info.  I’ll periodically post a Congreswoman Johnson Roundup where I can get a little bit more of her work out to the family....

Ryan Moats showed phenomenal restraint in the face of thug cop

Ryan Moats showed phenomenal restraint in the face of thug cop

The only thing that truly matters is the behavior of Dallas Police Officer Robert Powell. His behavior towards Houston Texans running back Ryan Moats, as captured on his own dashboard camera, is simply unacceptable and indefensible. View Dallas Morning News Story on Kunkle apology here. Dallas Police Chief David Kunkle...

Transportation Enhancement Stimulus Funds Awarded to Woodall Rodgers Freeway Deck Plaza

Transportation Enhancement Stimulus Funds Awarded to Woodall Rodgers Freeway Deck Plaza

Landmark Dallas Project Moves Forward Press Release DALLAS (March 26, 2009) — The Woodall Rodgers Park Foundation will receive $16.7 million in federal stimulus funds toward constructing a deck plaza over the Woodall Rodgers Freeway in downtown Dallas. The Woodall Rodgers deck plaza is a “shovel-ready” transportation enhancement project that...

2nd Annual Dallas Pottery Invitational

2nd Annual Dallas Pottery Invitational

Artists across the county showcase their ceramic art Dallas, Texas – Join some of the most recognized functional ceramicists in the nation on April 3 at 7 p.m. at the Janette Kennedy Gallery in South Side on Lamar to kick-off the second annual Dallas Pottery Invitational. The opening reception will...

What’s going on at SOC?

What’s going on at SOC?

I have maintained for quite some time now that I feel the South Oak Cliff Boys Basketball Team has been unfairly and excessively disciplined for grade changing accusations made by former employees to WFAA 8.  My support for Coach James Mays has not been altered by the two championships that...

Dallas South’s “Get Into the City” a huge success

Dallas South’s “Get Into the City” a huge success

Despite the bad weather, we had an outstanding turnout at Dallas South’s initial Get Into The City. Thanks to Ms. Jan Gore who provided an excellent atmosphere at Texas Caribbean Foods, as well as The Beat Condos and Southside on Lamar who were sponsors of the event. And thanks to...

TONIGHT IS THE NIGHT: GET INTO THE CITY @ TEXAS CARIBBEAN FOODS

TONIGHT IS THE NIGHT: GET INTO THE CITY @ TEXAS CARIBBEAN FOODS

Don’t miss tonight’s first “Get Into the City” hosted by Dallas South. It’s a time for us to all get together and learn about new places in town that may not always be top of mind. In may involve getting outside of our normal routine, but there are many hidden...

Dallas Furniture Bank’s 5th Anniversary at the Beat

Dallas Furniture Bank’s 5th Anniversary at the Beat

Dallas, Texas (March 10, 2009) – Dallas Furniture Bank and The Beat Condominiums at South Side Station Present: “How Sweet It Is: Battle of the Bakers” on March 24, 2009 from 6:30 – 8 p.m. Join Dallas Furniture Bank co-chairs Andrew Lin of Carlson Capital, L.P. and Megan Inman of...

AwkQuarius’ “Let’s Hit The Town” from Fat Albert in the Hood series

AwkQuarius’ “Let’s Hit The Town” from Fat Albert in the Hood series

Pikahsso & Tahiti (formerly of P.P.T.) have formed a super duo which they call AwkQuarius [2 Aquarians with Awkward personalities].   They have a new single and video titled Lets Hit The Town produced by Kphlx. I’ve received links to YouTube videos produced by AwkQuarius (whackpiktures) over the last few...

Retired Dallas County administrator, new director for transition join Dallas Campus staff

Retired Dallas County administrator, new director for transition join Dallas Campus staff

DALLAS – Retired Dallas County administrator J. Allen Clemson has joined the University of North Texas Dallas Campus staff as a special assistant to the vice chancellor, and will primarily oversee the areas of finance and administration. The interim, six month appointment follows the death of Maxine Rogers, the Campus’...