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Brittany Clayborne sits with her son Micah Clayborne at their home, Wednesday, June 4, 2025,...

Mother and son inspire hope on World Transplant Day

Both battled a rare disease. Son creates a global teen community for others on the same path.

By Maria Salette OntiverosJun 6, 2025

Dallas College workforce center unveils new training labs, network

United Way of Metropolitan Dallas held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, May 22, 2025,...

New center in the Shops at RedBird aims to give Southern Dallas residents job training to move out of poverty

By Wilborn P. Nobles IIIMay 28, 2025

Ascend Dallas’ Bright Beginnings Fund will help women build savings, improve their lives

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Set to launch this fall, the program offers matching contributions for savings toward education, career growth and homeownership.

By Holly HaberJun 6, 2025

Car washes, homeless outreach, evangelism: Crossover kicks off Southern Baptist Convention

Jun 7, 2025

North Texas Food Bank’s new five-year plan aims to meet region’s growing need

May 16, 2025

Two generations get educated in Bachman Lake program aimed at Spanish-speaking families

May 19, 2025

Texans Can Academies empowers young women for the future with success symposium

May 12, 2025

United Way targets summer challenges for local children during its centennial year

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Ascend Dallas’ Bright Beginnings Fund will help women build savings, improve their lives

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Ruthie’s Cafe opens in South Dallas

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Local nonprofit F.A.R.M. helps North Texas veterans find purpose, opportunity

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West Dallas students discover STEM career opportunities within the arts

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Ascend Dallas’ Bright Beginnings Fund will help women build savings, improve their lives

Set to launch this fall, the program offers matching contributions for savings toward education, career growth and homeownership.

By Holly HaberJun 6, 2025

Four high school students stand around a booth where a woman is seated. The table has a R...

Texans Can Academies empowers young women for the future with success symposium

Dallas-based Cars for Kids and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority sponsored the event focused on inspiring success after high school.

By Steven LindseyMay 12, 2025

A man sits on a couch and holds an open book on his lap, reading to two little girls.

United Way targets summer challenges for local children during its centennial year

The nonprofit is on a mission to kids who experience hunger and learning loss when school is out.

By United Way of Metropolitan DallasMay 2, 2025Sponsored

A group of people stand in front of the newly reopened Resource Center West and cut a ribbon.

New Resource Center West connects Dallas ISD students and families to essential services

Toyota collaborates with community nonprofits and provides a donation for household goods to the facility as part of the Toyota USA Foundation’s Driving Possibilities initiative.

By Steven LindseyApr 25, 2025Sponsored

An African-American doctor in a white lab coat stands in a hospital hallway and smiles at...

UT Dallas alum Dr. Aaron Dotson reflects on how ion for music shaped his career

‘I’m very grateful for the education and training, and I feel like being a musician has made me an even better surgeon,’ says Dotson.

By Javier Giribet-VargasApr 18, 2025Sponsored

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West Dallas students discover STEM career opportunities within the arts

The visit to the Wyly Theatre was offered as part of Toyota’s E3 Mentor Program, which helps students build confidence, expand their networks and gain skills that will lead them to future success.

By Steven LindseyApr 9, 2025Sponsored

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United Way’s ‘The Pitch’ returns — a night of innovation that will transform North Texas

This can’t-miss event combines high-stakes competition, powerful networking, unforgettable fun, and delicious food and drinks — all while driving life-changing impact across our community.

By United Way of Metropolitan DallasApr 4, 2025Sponsored

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Mobile Breakout Box brings STEM education to students, courtesy of Caterpillar Foundation

The mobile learning pod helps students build valuable problem-solving skills and introduces them to STEM-related careers in the manufacturing industry.

By Meg TownsendMar 28, 2025Sponsored

Inside SMU’s newest research lab, the Center for Digital and Human-Augmented Manufacturing,...

SMU’s newest lab powers data-driven research and collaboration in D-FW

As a designated Research One university in the heart of Dallas, SMU forges new pathways to drive growth and address major challenges.

By SMUMar 27, 2025Sponsored

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TWU chancellor and president Carine Feyten oversees era of growth and achievement

Under Feyten’s leadership, TWU has increased capital, expanded facilities and become the nation’s first public university system with a woman-focused mission.

By Holly HaberMar 10, 2025

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Caterpillar’s annual summer internship brings young, national talent to North Texas

Many graduates of the 12-week summer internship program go on to become full-time employees, getting a head start on their career development.

By Meg TownsendMar 7, 2025Sponsored

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PepsiCo s next generation of agriculture industry leaders

Part of PepsiCo’s Planting Pathways initiative, the program aids students in their career development with hands-on training, mentorships, scholarships and more.

By Meg TownsendFeb 28, 2025Sponsored

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Toyota s Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas through innovative partnership

By connecting the organization with a strategic consulting firm, Toyota Motor North America aims to its transformation and long-term impact within the community.

By Meg TownsendFeb 25, 2025Sponsored

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Jindal School ranked No. 1 online MBA program in U.S.

Graduates of the program at UT Dallas cite the online MBA’s flexibility and world-class faculty as differentiators, saying they’ve gained invaluable skills, knowledge and experiences that have helped them further their careers.

By Jimmie R. MarkhamFeb 21, 2025Sponsored

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Ruthie’s Cafe opens in South Dallas

The popular food truck’s long-awaited brick-and-mortar restaurant continues The Good Foundation’s mission of giving back, donating all proceeds from sales to St. Philip’s School and Community Center.

By Steven LindseyFeb 20, 2025

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United Way seeks 1,000 volunteers to spark reading magic on centennial Reading Day

The landmark volunteer event aims to inspire 15,000 young readers while celebrating 100 years of beloved children’s literature.

By United Way of Metropolitan DallasFeb 19, 2025Sponsored

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The Dallas Opera’s ‘Orpheus and Eurydice’ illuminates the healing power of music

In addition to the February performances of Christoph Willibald Gluck’s famous opera, The Dallas Opera and physicians from UT Southwestern’s Peter O’Donnell Jr. Brain Institute will host a special event on Jan. 23 to discuss the connection between dementia, music therapy and brain science.

By Meg TownsendJan 17, 2025Sponsored

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More than fried food: How the State Fair fuels economic impact in North Texas

When millions of visitors flock to the State Fair of Texas every year, the economic impact in North Texas is far reaching and life changing for many residents.

By Meg TownsendJan 10, 2025Sponsored

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100 years of extraordinary impact: A message from the United Way CEO

For 100 years, United Way has brought together change-makers, tackled D-FW’s toughest challenges and driven progress in education, income and health.

By Jennifer Sampson, McDermott-Templeton president and CEO, United Way of Metropolitan DallasJan 3, 2025Sponsored

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The Stewpot celebrates 50th anniversary and acquisition of new 4-acre Opportunity Center

The year-long anniversary celebrations will begin with a “50 Years of Loving Our Neighbors” art exhibit and community activation series at Galleria Dallas.

By Holly HaberDec 31, 2024

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