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Texas Rural Education Association's Dr. Brandon Enos advocates for accountability reform in public education, highlighting the limitations of the STAAR test. He suggests a more holistic approach, incorporating local workforce data and teacher support.

Black communities are disproportionately affected by the opioid crisis, with overdose deaths rising while declining in White populations. Local health providers and community leaders are working to address the issue, including promoting access to lifesaving naloxone medication.

Rev. Jamal Bryant calls for a 'fast' from Target during Lent, citing the corporation's retreat from DEI initiatives. This boycott aims to impact the company's financials and potentially reverse their stance on DEI.

Join The Dallas Examiner for our second annual Great Conversation on March 29 at the Golf Club of Dallas. During Women's Month, we honor some of the amazing women in our city at a special brunch celebration.

Selma, Alabama's 60th anniversary of Bloody Sunday sparks a new wave of community leaders Ainka Sanders Jackson and Lydia Chatmon are working to revitalize the city's economy and legacy, leveraging their legal and civil rights backgrounds.

Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett introduces the Delivering For Rural Seniors Act, a bipartisan measure aimed at addressing food insecurity among rural seniors. The bill supports home delivery services through food banks.

Grammy-winning soul singer Roberta Flack has died at 88. Known for her interpretations of romantic ballads and professional collaborations, Flack was a celebrated voice of her generation. She received 14 Grammy nominations winning five and earned a lifetime achievement award in 2020.

Texas is experiencing its largest measles outbreak in 30 years, with 124 cases reported, including several vaccinated individuals. The virus has spread across nine counties, with the largest number of cases in Gaines County. Local health agencies are working to manage the outbreak by encouraging vaccination and contact tracing.

The National Newspaper Publishers Association has launched a national public education campaign, targeting corporations that have dismantled diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. The initiative aims to influence consumer spending and challenge racial injustice.

A $500,000 grant from the McKesson Foundation is supporting Parkland Health Foundation to create an AI-powered colorectal surveillance registry. This aims to proactively identify and treat colorectal cancer patients, reducing mortality rates.