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Advocacy + Activism
Point of Pride launches community-led trans health survey
Point of Pride this week launched the Trans Health Survey, “a national, community-led research initiative created by and for trans people.” The survey is now live at TransHealthSurvey.org, giving trans people 18 and older across the U.S. the opportunity to…
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Out with the old ….
Crews are at work this morning (Monday, Aug. 18) removing the old, damaged rainbow crosswalks at Cedar Springs Road and Reagan Street, so they can be replaced with a new, more durable rainbow crosswalk design. The four rainbow crosswalks at the intersection…
Community
Pet of the week • 08-15-25
Say hello to Valentino, a joyful, toy-loving terrier mix who is just over a year old and weighs 63 pounds of pure love. He has a sleek white coat, floppy ears, dramatic black mask-like markings, signature pink nose and a constant tongue-out grin. But Valent…
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Pet of the week • 08-08-25
Introducing Spud, a 10-year-old Bull Terrier weighing 43 pounds and with enough personality to power a small city. At 43 pounds, he’s compact, charming, and absolutely convinced he’s the perfect size for your lap. He’s a delightful mix of silly and sweet an…
Community
Obituary • 08-08-25 • Steve Tuggle
Steve Lee Tuggle, born June 27, 1962, to Jim and Lila Tuggle, passed away Friday, Aug. 1.A daring and charismatic spirit, Steve was the third of four children and became well known throughout Dallas for both his bold antics and warm charm. From a young age…
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PHNTX announces new director of development
Prism Health North Texas announced late last week that Alexis Bromley, MS, BBA, has joined the organization as director of development. She will lead fundraising efforts and manage relationships with the organization’s financial partners, according to a pre…
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UPS Store Cedar Springs, Operation Kindness holding pet food pantry
The UPS Store — Cedar Springs, 3824 Cedar Springs Road, in cooperation with Operation Kindness, is hosting a Community Pet Food Pantry on Saturday, Aug. 9, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., or while supplies last. The store will be distributing free dog and cat food, in…
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Jason Mitchell Kahn helps queer couples rewrite wedding traditions
Jason Mitchell Kahn was wedding planner for this couple married in Greenville, S.C. (Photo Red Apple Tree Photography) DAVID TAFFET | Senior Staff [email protected] Unlike many straight women who have been dreaming of their wedding day their whol…
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On the Levee redefines inclusive weddings in Dallas
DAVID TAFFET | Senior Staff [email protected] On the Levee opened in the spring of 2020, but, owner John Martin said, just as his event venue was ready to cater weddings and create imaginative corporate events and host fundraisers for non-profits…
Arts + Entertainment
Dr. Josh • 08-01-25 • Addressing stomach issues in pets
Hey everyone! Can you believe it is already August? Time is flying by, and the Texas heat is just getting started! For this month’s Woof column, I want to chat about something we have probably all dealt with at some point: tummy issues in our furry kids. Mo…
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Bosco to headline Night of Stars
RuPaul’s Drag Race All-Stars fan favorite Bosco will be the headlining entertainer at the Sept. 6 Night of Stars benefit show supporting the Greg Dollgener Memorial AIDS Fund. The annual fundraiser will be held from 6:30-9 p.m. in The Rose Room inside S4, 3…
Community
Participants sought for survey of lesbians ‘aging in place’
Texas Woman’s University doctoral student Kim Macpherson is looking for individuals to participate in a research study examining the housing and social experiences of older, “openly out” lesbian-identified women face efforts to “age in place.” Full particip…
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