By David Wilfong, NDG Contributing Writer With the resignation of District 4 Dallas City Councilperson Dwaine Caraway and conviction on criminal charges stemming from corruption surrounding the now-defunct Dallas County Schools (DCS); a seat is open on the city council, and a virtual platoon of candidates have answered the call to serve. All but one of […]
Lead Story
South Dallas welcomes Beto at Good Street Baptist
By David Wilfong, NDG Contributing Writer U.S. Senate candidate Beto O’Rourke made a return visit to Dallas on Friday, Sept. 14 appearing before … [Read More...]
Ed Gray, NDG Senior Columnist: Botham Jean – Dallas protest and beyond
Straight Talk with Ed Gray, NDG Senior Columnist Today we grieve the death of yet another black man in America. Say his name, it is Botham Shem Jean. … [Read More...]
Irving delays vote on paying more money to developers
By: Rachel Hawkins, NDG Staff Writer The long-discussed controversy related to the Toyota Music Factory construction project was the hot topic of … [Read More...]
Entertainment
Dallas Cowboys’ defense continues to play lights out early in 2018
By Dwain Price, NDG Sports ARLINGTON – While the Dallas Cowboys’ offense has been spotty at best during the first two games of the season, their … [Read More...]
The Restless Wave is anything but a dry read
By: Terri Schlichenmeyer Sometimes, it’s good to take account. You’ll know where you stand when you do. You’ll see achievements clearly, and … [Read More...]
Win tickets to 2018 Plano Balloon Festival
"Up, up and away in my beautiful, my beautiful balloon." We cannot promise you love like the 5th Dimension did in this classic song, but the Plano … [Read More...]
Latest News
Dallas publicist honors mother’s values through support for free health clinic
By: Rachel Hawkins, NDG Staff Writer For many, continuing traditions, keeping memories alive and giving back are considered important factors in their lives. While others struggle to find ways to help, Alison Volk discovered the perfect way to honor her mother’s memory, life, and values. Alison Volk, the president of VOLK PR, has collaborated with […]
IFBB Pro Bikini Athlete Dianna Forsberg Shares Tips to Rejuvenate the Body, Mind and Soul
September is Self-Care Awareness month, a time to remind us all that nurturing ourselves is essential to overall happiness and well-being. Dianna Forsberg, IFBB Pro Bikini Athlete and health and fitness enthusiast, knows all too well the importance of carving out time for self to refuel the body, mind and soul. Amidst a recent divorce […]
Veterans job fair slated for September 20
By Angela Loston, NDG Contributing Writer The treatment of veterans did not always sit well with Linda S. Gray when it comes to being hired. Gray, president and founder of the Greater Southwest Black Chamber of Commerce, has set out to change this by hosting a job fair to help veterans get back into the […]
Dak admits he was ‘off’ but Garrett confident he will bounce back
By Dwain Price, NDG Sports FRISCO – As they prepare for their home opener Sunday night against the New York Giants, the Dallas Cowboys know their regular season opener was nothing short of a disaster. In losing 16-8 on the road to the Carolina Panthers this past Sunday, the Cowboy looked very anemic on offense as […]
Opportunities to Support a Child’s Healthy Lifestyle
By: Dr. Sarah E. Laibstain Did you know that according to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention, 1 in 6 children in the United States are obese? With over 12 million obese children in the U.S., obesity increases the risk of having chronic health conditions, such as type 2 diabetes and asthma. As September […]