December 1, 2015 Navy Seaman Stephen Smith of Dallas, serves aboard USS Ronald WATERS SOUTH OF JAPAN (Nov. 19, 2015) Seaman Stephen Smith, from Dallas, fires an M500 12-gauge shotgun during a live-fire practical weapons course aboard the U.S. Navy’s only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Ronald Reagan and its embarked air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, provide a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interests of the U.S. and its allies and partners in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Paolo Bayas/Released) March to Memphis: A small charter school in Irving receives historic invite to Bowl Game appearance Help send the UA Eagle Marching Band to the Liberty Bowl. Football season is winding down; and in the ranks of college programs that means a very few select teams are looking for the chance to play in a bowl game. Backstage Chatter: Justin Phillips talks about being a Standby in ‘Come From Away’ Justin Phillips discusses his journey in landing roles on the national stage to what it's like being a Standby in the New York Times Critics’ Pick Broadway Dallas musical, "Come From Away." The Dallas STEM Solution: Ramping up curriculum in Pre-K through college to meet tomorrow's needs In this video we take a look at the rising demand for STEM studies in the Dallas area. The Dallas Independent School District is placing a high amount of focus on this growing field... Rep. Jasmine Crockett at the Democratic National Convention U.S. Representative Jasmine Crockett sat down with NNPA in the midst of all the excitement at the Democratic National Convention. Empowering Arts (Bishop Arts Theatre) This Broadcast Partner Spotlight focuses on the Bishop Arts Theatre Center, which brings live stage performances to the heart of Oak Cliff throughout the year. They also host a Jazz series and feature Speakers on a regular basis. The Real Deal: Gregg A. Smith's 18th album release party Dallas Blues legend Gregg A. Smith held an album release party at Six Springs Tavern in Richardson, Texas on Nov. 2 to debut his latest recording. NDG was on hand to celebrate the event, and get Smith's thoughts on the latest endeavor.