elections

As Expected, Dallas ISD D9 Race Goes to Runoff Election

By Bethany Erickson / May 6, 2018 /
election

Justin Henry came within 69 votes of winning the election for trustee seat for Dallas ISD District 9 outright, but is now headed to a runoff election with incumbent trustee Bernadette Nutall. District 9 includes parts of the Fair Park/Deep Ellum area, South Dallas, Uptown and East Dallas. Nutall was up against three challengers —…

Read More

And We’re Off: Early Voting in Primary Elections Begins Today

By Bethany Erickson / February 20, 2018 /
election

The beginning of a busy political season began today as polling places opened up for early primary voting in elections across the state. Whether you’re voting in the Democratic or Republican primaries, a bumper crop of prospective politicians are vying for local, regional and state seats.

Read More

Dallas Public Schools: So You Want to Run for School Board? Here’s What You Should Know

By Bethany Erickson / May 11, 2016 /

So, you want to run for school board. First, I need to know if you’ve recently suffered a blow to the head. No? OK. Are you aware it’s an unpaid position that requires you to pretty much be on call 24/7? Yes? Did you know people will tweet you, comment on your Facebook wall (and…

Read More