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UPDATE: Dallas Festival Of Ideas

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Because the weather is challenging, the The Dallas Festival of Ideas organizers have just dropped all fees associated with today's programming. It's not because they're rolling in dough. It's because of "the generosity of our supporters." They go on to report, "To join us for Beer and BBQ, it is $20 unless you are already a ticket holder. Starting Tuesday, we will be … [Read more...] about UPDATE: Dallas Festival Of Ideas

CHANGE OF PLANS: The Dallas Festival Of Ideas Changes Start Times

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Remember yesterday how the organizers of The Dallas Festival of Ideas were committed to have it happening despite the weather. Well, they still are...only they've adjusted the schedule due to Mother Nature's cold shoulder and the well being of all participants. Here's the word that just arrived: "Tonight’s Opening Night Signature Event for The Dallas Festival of Ideas … [Read more...] about CHANGE OF PLANS: The Dallas Festival Of Ideas Changes Start Times

Weather Or Not, The Dallas Festival Of Ideas Is A Definite “Go”

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Snow? No snow? Ice? No ice? Mother Nature is keeping everyone on their tip toes. TV newsrooms have been slap-happy with all this weather angst taking place during their sweeps that ended Wednesday. But the weather worries haven’t ended. There are “possibilities” of more wintry weather for the next few days. So that means kite flying fundraisers and sand sculpting … [Read more...] about Weather Or Not, The Dallas Festival Of Ideas Is A Definite “Go”

The Dallas Morning News Charities’ 2014-2015 Campaign To Benefit 25 Area Charities

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The Dallas Morning News does more than put out a daily product. It also “pays all administration costs” of The Dallas Morning News Charities. This underwriting allows for the monies raised by DMNC to go area charities. In the past 29 years, that means nonprofits have received more than $25.8M from DMNC. Why, last year alone $1,684,955 was raised from 1,837 donors. This … [Read more...] about The Dallas Morning News Charities’ 2014-2015 Campaign To Benefit 25 Area Charities

Dallas Morning News Charities Raised More than $1.68M For 25 Area Nonprofits Thanks To 1,837 Donors

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The Dallas Morning News has been in the publishing business a long time. Why, when 102-year old Ebby Halliday (she turns 103 on March 9) was born in 1911, Dallas’s daily newspaper had already been around 26 years. What’s interesting is that the paper is also in the charitable business. Through its Dallas Morning News Charities, it annually raises money to support area … [Read more...] about Dallas Morning News Charities Raised More than $1.68M For 25 Area Nonprofits Thanks To 1,837 Donors

Symposium To Explore The Impact Of The JFK Assassination From Four Perspectives With Nationally Renowned Experts

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Between now and the end of the year, there will be many activities to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the death of President John F. Kennedy. They will range from the convening of conspiracy theorists to solemn memorial services.One of the more intriguing will take place over a two-day period (Friday, November 1, and Saturday, November 2). Thanks to the partnership of the … [Read more...] about Symposium To Explore The Impact Of The JFK Assassination From Four Perspectives With Nationally Renowned Experts

Tip O’ The Hat To A 60-Year-Legend — Robert “Bob” Miller

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Back in 1951 on September 24, Belo Chairman of the Board/President/CEO Robert Decherd was just 5 1/2 months old and a young journalist by the name of Robert "Bob" Miller hired on at The Dallas Morning News. Today's readers now recognize Bob as the must-read Morning News' business columnist, who has covered businesses and people who have gone beyond expectations for the … [Read more...] about Tip O’ The Hat To A 60-Year-Legend — Robert “Bob” Miller

Dallas Morning News Series On Pro Athletes’ Involvement in Nonprofits Is Required Reading

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The Dallas Morning News' Scott Farwell does an absolute must-read series on professional athletes and their nonprofit involvement. Part One runs today. Part Two Monday. Pop quiz on Tuesday. UPDATE: Since the series started, the Morning News introduced its new website design which may have created the link error. Let's see if this one works.UPDATE ON UPDATE: The good news is the … [Read more...] about Dallas Morning News Series On Pro Athletes’ Involvement in Nonprofits Is Required Reading