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Fawn Weaver, CEO & Founder of Uncle Nearest, will be the keynote speaker at the Inclusive Capital Summit May 3-5. [Photo: Impact Ventures]
Founder of Uncle Nearest Whiskey Brand to Headline Impact Ventures’ First Inclusive Capital Summit
by Lance Murray | Feb 27, 2023
Fawn Weaver, a bestselling author, investor, entrepreneur, and the first Black woman to be founder and CEO of a major spirits brand, will headline the May 3-5 event. “The Inclusive Capital Summit will bring solution-based conversations to the forefront, equipping our community and business leaders with the knowledge, network and platform to carry their work forward," says Impact Ventures' Benjamin J. Vann.
by Lance Murray |
Feb 17, 2023
AECOM said it will oversee the delivery of the upcoming Community Park Complex, an expansive 18-acre greenspace that includes a 1,650-space parking structure. The firm will also partner on future projects by managing design, construction, permitting, and closeout, among other services.
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by Lance Murray |
Jan 30, 2023
EarthX is seeking innovators and investors to participate in its 2023 EarthX E-Capital Summit April 19-22 at Fair Park in Dallas.
At the summit, early-stage climate tech companies will be able to make pitches for a chance at a cash prize. There will also be discussions on investment and industry trends by leading industry professionals, investors, startups, and policymakers, EarthX said, along with curated and self-selected one-on-one networking meetings between investors, dealmakers, and innovators.
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by Lance Murray |
Jan 12, 2023
Slated to open in 2025, the complex is the first step to putting the "Park" back in Fair Park, says Fair Park First, Dallas Park and Recreation's management partner that oversees day-to-day operations at Fair Park.
The 18-acre Community Park Complex will feature Wi-Fi, water play, an outdoor performance stage, a dog park, outdoor cafes, exercise equipment, and inclusive playgrounds.
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Rendering of new Dallas Convention Center
The Last Word: Craig Davis of VisitDallas on Voters Approving New Convention Center with I-30 Deck Park
by Dallas Innovates | Staff Report | Nov 16, 2022
In the November 8 election, Dallas voters approved a plan to build a new $1.2 billion Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center that will include a deck park over I-30, connecting the complex with The Cedars neighborhood south of downtown. Voters also approved $300 million for renovations and repairs to the Cotton Bowl and several iconic buildings across Fair Park.
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by Bill San Antonio |
Oct 10, 2018
The PRO Neighborhoods grant will be used to create a roadmap for bolstering equitable progress in three vulnerable Dallas neighborhoods: the Forest District in Southern Dallas/Fair Park, “The Bottom” neighborhood in East Oak Cliff, and West Dallas.
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by Alex Edwards |
Sep 28, 2018
The #DitchYourCar program will randomly select 50 locals to participate. Those chosen will then trade their vehicles for about $600 of transportation credit.
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by Taylor Lowder |
Apr 19, 2018
Browse our selection of events to plan your Earth Day festivities this weekend and beyond.
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[Photo: balhash via iStockphoto]
Vignette Art Fair Seeking Female Artists For 2nd Event
by Katie Kelton | Jan 22, 2018
The Fair Park event seeks to promote Texas female artists by showcasing their paintings, sculptures, videos, and performance art.
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by Nicholas Sakelaris |
Dec 1, 2017
The Dallas Catalyst Project is a three-year commitment by The Real Estate Council Foundation to the Fair Park area of South Dallas.
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by Bill San Antonio |
Nov 8, 2017
TREC members will vote for one of these three projects next week, Nov. 14, to be the recipient of the new three-year, $1 million grant initiative.
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by Mallory Houser |
Jul 17, 2017
Zak Chaouki was inspired to create the Dallas Strong Music Festival after watching the news about the law enforcement deaths unfold last year.
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Earth Day Texas returns to Fair Park in this month. [Photo courtesy Earth Day Texas]
Earth Day Texas Returns with
Eco-Friendly Message
by Dave Montgomery | Apr 19, 2017
Fair Park will be the site this week for the five-day celebration of the planet that is the largest Earth Day event in the world.
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by Dave Moore |
Mar 8, 2017
For the first time, Earth Day Texas has dedicated space for more than 30 green tech-related startups seeking funding from private, green-economy investors.
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by Julia Batlle |
Feb 14, 2017
The Texas Women's Caucus for Art is seeking submissions through March 6 for a Dallas Arts Week exhibition.
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