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Former Coach Claims Caitlin Clark Faces Unfair Foul Targeting

Lisa Bluder has observed Caitlin Clark endure serious injuries in her career. However, the intense physicality facing her in the WNBA has pushed her former coach to speak out. During the recent game, Marina Mabrey took down Clark after sustaining an eye poke, leading to technical fouls. Clark remain...

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Welcoming Diversity: Three Black Educators Land New Roles at HBCUs

Kisha Cunningham Aites has been appointed as an associate dean at Savannah State University, while Archie Williams takes on a similar role at Alcorn State University. Additionally, Bracy Martin has assumed the position of interim director of bands at Elizabeth City State University. These appointmen...

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Minority Women: How Diversity in Golf is Shaping the Future of the Sport

The Dallas Examiner reports that golf is witnessing a surge in participation among women and minority players. Over the past five years, female golfers have steadily increased, with data from the National Golf Foundation revealing that individuals of color comprise 25% of “green grass” golfers, tota...

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Black X Conference Brings Together Texas' Influential Black Leaders

The African American Leadership Institute is set to host the fourth annual Black X Conference at Austin’s Long Center for Performing Arts on June 27.This year’s focal point, “Leading Through Legacy,” emphasizes the dynamic potential of leadership grounded in cultural heritage, community ties, and c...

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Beat the Heat: Key Steps to Prevent Summer Foodborne Illnesses

Following a salmonella outbreak linked to eggs that has affected 79 individuals across seven states as of June 5, a California-based egg company has initiated a recall of 1.7 million dozen eggs due to potential contamination, as reported by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This incident comes...

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Expert Guidance on Protecting Children During the Summer Months

With summer in full swing, officials from Dallas ISD have shared vital reminders to ensure the health and safety of students during this season. “Summer is a time to celebrate achievements and anticipate new adventures,” remarked Chief Albert Martinez of the Dallas ISD Police Department. “However, i...

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Ways to Motivate Fathers to Influence Their Families and Communities

At Wilmer-Hutchins Elementary School, the significance of fathers as positive role models is keenly recognized. Joseph Thomas, the campus security officer, is proactively demonstrating how fathers and father figures can deepen their engagement. Understanding the crucial role of present father figure...

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Juneteenth Celebrations Highlight the Ongoing Struggle for Freedom

In 2021, President Joe Biden enacted a bill that had received unanimous approval in the Senate and a vote of 415-14 in the House, designating June 19 as Juneteenth National Independence Day, a federal holiday. This date commemorates the moment in 1865 when over 250,000 enslaved individuals in Texas...