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Non-profits throughout the country have struggled to make ends meet during the pandemic, but some Dallas cultural groups could soon receive much-needed funds from the city’s arts commission. The Dallas Quality of Life, Arts, and Culture committee will meet Monday morning to hear recommendations for Cultural Organizations Program (COP) funding, as well as updates on…
Most will agree: adding grocery options to any neighborhood is a positive development. However, neighbors have to wonder: At what cost? The One City View project is an estimated $108 million development on 5.4 acres of vacant land at 1823 North Hall Street. The proposed project, which is located on the Northwest corner of…
By CJ GreshSpecial Contributor When two public servants provide conflicting versions of historical facts expect sparks to fly, especially when it comes to redistricting the city’s political boundaries. An ethics complaint has been filed against newly elected District 14 Dallas City Council member Paul Ridley regarding statements made by Ridley during a meeting in which…
From Staff Reports The City of Dallas returns with Branch Out Dallas, a program too vital not to bring back in celebration of Texas Arbor Day! It is estimated that the urban tree canopy averages between 27 percent and 33 percent of the total acreage in most U.S. metropolitan and urban areas. To encourage…
I have been to many a neighborhood meeting on rezoning and housing, and 99 percent of the time homeowners are not happy. After all, when you have half a million dollars or more invested in your home — and when you pay double-digit annual property tax rates — you guard your investment like Fort Knox.…
