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Mesquite Community Rallies in Search for Missing Local Man, Diego Rosas
The Mesquite Police Department is asking for help from the public to track down Diego Rosas, a missing person whose absence has stirred unease within the community. Rosas, described as a Hispanic male around 5'06" tall, weighing 145 lbs. with black hair and brown eyes was last confirmed to be seen on May 28th. The concern for his whereabouts grew significant when he was officially reported missing yesterday at 4:00 pm from his hometown of Mesquite, Texas.
‘Day of joy': Balch Springs couple returns to rebuilt home, two years after disastrous grass fire
June 25 marks two years since a disastrous grass fire in Balch Springs destroyed or damaged two dozen homes. Some residents who decided to rebuild, like Rev. Fred Jackson and his wife Glenda, are just now moving back. “The past two years have been, in all estimations, a trial I...
Garland Police Serve Meals for a Cause at "Tip-A-Cop" Event Supporting Special Olympics Texas
Last night, Texas Roadhouse in Garland, Texas, became more than a steakhouse as local law enforcement traded their patrol cars for serving trays at the "Tip-A-Cop" event. From 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, officers worked the floor and dished out meals for a good cause. The event announced by the Garland Police Department, aimed to raise funds for Special Olympics Texas.
Rockwall Capital Group CEO David Vega to Speak at August RASBA Networking Event
Rockwall, TX – Rockwall Capital Group is proud to announce that its CEO, David Vega, will be the guest speaker at the upcoming Rockwall Area Small Business Alliance (RASBA) networking event. The event is scheduled to take place on August 13th at Lakeshore Church and is open to the public.
Duncanville to Experience "Rotten Egg" Scent During Atmos Energy's Routine Natural Gas Maintenance on July 29
Residents of Duncanville, mark your calendars and prep your senses for a momentary whiff of "rotten egg" on July 29. Atmos Energy is set to engage in routine natural gas maintenance that involves the deliberate and controlled release of natural gas—a standard practice in the industry, known for being as safe as it is necessary. Planning to start early at 7:30 a.m. and run until 5:00 p.m., the operation will take place at 726 S. Cockrell Hill Road, where the company promises no interruptions to service despite the tempest of activity, according to the City of Duncanville.
New grocery delivery location opens in South Dallas
DALLAS - A North Texas nonprofit is making it easier for people living in a food desert to have access to fresh groceries. A second "Grocery Connect" location opened in South Dallas on Friday. The free online grocery delivery service is through Kroger. It's part of a partnership with Bonton...
Powerful sermons over popularity: Black faith leaders gather at 28th Annual E.K. Bailey Expository Preaching Conference
(The Dallas Examiner) – Discussions on Project 2025, social injustices and Christian nationalism were held as thousands of denominational and non-denominational Black pastors and faith leaders from all across the country convened at the 28th Annual E.K. Bailey Expository Preaching Conference at Concord Church over two and a half days.
DFW Weather: Real summer heat is coming back soon. Are you ready?
DALLAS — Be sure to download the WFAA app to track the latest forecast and get alerts from our team. We're entering what is typically the hottest time of the year, but thankfully Mother Nature has other plans!. Quick Notes:. Low rain chances through the weekend. Typical summer heat...
35th Texas Black Invitational Rodeo rides into Fair Park Coliseum on Saturday
The Texas Black Invitational Rodeo features African American cowboys and cowgirls competing for cash prizes in events like bull riding, calf and steer roping, barrel racing, and more. For longtime rodeo announcer, Kevin Woodson, the rodeo is still a thrill. "Rodeo is you and that animal," Woodson said. "I used...
Applied Digital Appoints Former IBM Data & AI Exec as Its Chief Revenue Officer
Dallas-based data center company Applied Digital has appointed Tom Burke as its chief revenue officer. Applied Digital is a designer, builder, and operator of next-generation digital infrastructure designed for High-Performance Computing (HPC) applications. “We believe Tom’s deep expertise in AI partnerships and his proven ability to drive substantial revenue growth...
A North America First: Dallas-Based Frontier Demonstrates 100G Broadband Network Speeds
Some things are better faster—like sports cars, dentist visits, and especially home broadband speeds. This week, Dallas-based Frontier Communications announced it had raised the bar for the latter by becoming the first company in North America to demonstrate 100G broadband network speeds. Frontier—which relocated its HQ to Dallas last...
The Last Word: Dallas Mayor Pro Tem Tennell Atkins on the UniverSoul Circus Returning to Dallas
“I’m a kid at heart. I’d rather be at a circus than a council meeting!”. .…while waiting for a preview of the UniverSoul Circus at City Hall Wednesday, via NBC 5 DFW. UniverSoul Circus has returned to Dallas, bringing its international, multicultural “hip hop under the big...
Dallas Police host one-day hiring event for 911 call takers, dispatchers
DALLAS - The Dallas Police Department held a one-day hiring event for 911 call takers and dispatchers. "I've actually wanted to be a dispatcher now since 2008, so almost 20 years," said Stephanie Wells. DPD say they badly need people to fill the open positions. "Every day you are having...
FOX 4 adding more live local newscasts
DALLAS - Starting Monday, July 29, FOX 4 will broadcast more live local news during the work week. The new shows include a full hour of news at 4 p.m. with anchors Heather Hays and Hanna Battah. They will be joined by meteorologist Ali Turiano. Steve Eagar and Heather Hays...
Dallas Parks and Recreation considering closing community pools to help cut budget
The Glendale swimming pool opened Thursday at noon. There wasn't a line waiting to get but people who live in the community say the pool is important to them. "I was here when they originally put the pool here," Glendale neighbor Kenneth Blair said. He said losing it would be...
Hattie B's To Close Deep Ellum Spot, But Is Headed to Oak Lawn in Fall
Deep Ellum has always been a hotspot for restaurants, clubs, music and, more recently, hot chicken. In 2022, the Nashville-based chicken shop, Hattie B's, opened on Main Street in the heart of the entertainment district. This was the chain's fourth location outside its home state. Today the company announced that...
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