The Longhorn Ballroom

Does it ever seem like sometimes things just fall into place? While I'm sure there's more to it, I must say I'm glad that The Longhorn Ballroom landed in Jay LaFrance's hands and not those of a development company. Finally! Someone is listening out there. Someone is taking advantage of the history that this city does … Continue reading The Longhorn Ballroom

11/22/1963 in Dallas

It's been over fifty years since JFK's motorcade took that fateful route in our city's downtown. But had you been here only a month ago, you would have thought you had travelled back in time. The streets were cleared, modern signs were nowhere to be seen, and people were dressed in the clothes of yore. Of course, the … Continue reading 11/22/1963 in Dallas

Dallas, 51 Years After JFK

It's November 22nd. I've been sitting by the window in my living room. The blinds are open and I can see a few drops of rain accumulating in the corner of only one of the panes. I've been observing the gloomy overcast clouds that swirl around the city. Considering this day in history, the weather … Continue reading Dallas, 51 Years After JFK

Thoughts on The Union Bankers Building- Deep Ellum

With the resurgence of Deep Ellum and the recent razing of buildings in downtown Dallas, I've been thinking about the old Union Bankers building on Elm Street and Good Latimer and did a little reading on it*. The building was erected in 1915 and designed by Dallas' first African American architect, William Sydney Pittman. It … Continue reading Thoughts on The Union Bankers Building- Deep Ellum

Keep The Deep (Ellum) Vibe Alive

When I was in high school I remember going to Deep Ellum to see shows. I always had to have a parent, friend's parent, or my older brother go with me. I never thought I'd be living here and taking walks by myself around the neighborhood as often as I can. In October I will … Continue reading Keep The Deep (Ellum) Vibe Alive

Tear Down 345? How About No

"How are you guys going to get there?" My friend Daniel asked me a couple of weeks ago when Katrina and I were heading out to a concert downtown. "I think we are just going to walk and then maybe Uber back home," I replied. "Are you sure that's safe?" Was his response. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I've … Continue reading Tear Down 345? How About No