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Michaela Rush

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As seen in: Fredericksburg Standard-Radio Post, Solutions Journalism Network, The Battalion, The Documenters Network, Dallas Free Press, Garland Journal, Texas Metro News
Covers:  Arts, local businesses, human interest, student features, K-12 education news
Reporter @fbgstandard, TAMU ‘23, cheese aficionado 🤠 formerly: @thebattonline, @dallasfreepress, @report4america, @soljourno
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How do Dallas ISD elections work?

How do Dallas ISD elections work?

How do Dallas ISD elections work? What is the job of the Dallas ISD Board of Trustees? How and when are they …

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Between DART's GoLink and Circuit, all of West Dallas can access rides on demand

Between DART's GoLink and Circuit, all of West Dallas can access rides on demand

Riders in West Dallas have two DART-sponsored microtransit options: Circuit and GoLink. Why does DART sponsor…

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Verdigris tells the story of West Dallas environmental injustice, resilience in 'Mis-Lead'

Verdigris tells the story of West Dallas environmental injustice, resilience in 'Mis-Lead'

In partnership with Dallas Free Press, Verdigris' April 5-7 concerts focus on the resilience of West Dallas i…

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Park South YMCA: Why it was torn down, when it will reopen, and where to find programs in the mea...

Park South YMCA: Why it was torn down, when it will reopen, and where to find programs in the mea...

Demolition of the 50-year-old building was completed Jan. 2024. Preschool, senior, and teen programs continue…

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How community gardens do (and don't) address food apartheid in South Dallas

How community gardens do (and don't) address food apartheid in South Dallas

Community gardens can provide job training and bring neighbors together, but are these small-scale growing pr…

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'A South Dallas renaissance': Juanita Craft legacy mural unveiled

'A South Dallas renaissance': Juanita Craft legacy mural unveiled

The first of four "legacy murals" in South Dallas was officially unveiled on Friday, Feb. 9, to honor civil r…

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Kroger, Bonton Farms, ICDC bring groceries to South Dallas with a delivery service, not a storefr...

Kroger, Bonton Farms, ICDC bring groceries to South Dallas with a delivery service, not a storefr...

Bonton Farms, Kroger and ICDC partnered to bring South Dallas neighbors a new grocery delivery option with no…

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What neighbors can expect from Bonton Farms' new health clinic construction

What neighbors can expect from Bonton Farms' new health clinic construction

While many Bonton neighbors are excited about the resource, many still have questions about the Farms' commun…

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Civic explainer: What is the Dallas City Charter, and how can neighbors change it?

Civic explainer: What is the Dallas City Charter, and how can neighbors change it?

The city's Charter Review Commission is accepting proposed amendments through Friday, Jan. 19. Here's how you…

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These Pinkston programs improve high school attendance, grades and even crime rates

These Pinkston programs improve high school attendance, grades and even crime rates

Through the Youth Guidance programs, students have improved attendance and graduation rates, while lowering c…

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Then and now: What's happening with the West Dallas STEM School?

Then and now: What's happening with the West Dallas STEM School?

The collaboration between Dallas ISD, Toyota, and SMU is now in its third school year, expanding grades as th…

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Civic Explainer: Property tax options

Civic Explainer: Property tax options

As property taxes rise city-wide, Dallas residents have a variety options for payment plans or exemptions to …

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Follow Up: South Dallas leaders help make GoLink successful, will DART make it permanent?

Follow Up: South Dallas leaders help make GoLink successful, will DART make it permanent?

After community leaders advocated to bring GoLink to South Dallas, and now it ranks third for ridership acros…

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West Dallas residents don't trust city plans for their land

West Dallas residents don't trust city plans for their land

At a September Forward Dallas meeting, neighbors voiced anger over the city's failure to protect the area.

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New South Dallas tech hub at ICDC offers face-to-face help with digital connections

New South Dallas tech hub at ICDC offers face-to-face help with digital connections

Neighbors can now receive free technology access and assistance in person at the Connected Dallas anchor site…

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Neighbors discuss housing protections, land use at West Dallas Community Vision Plan meeting

Neighbors discuss housing protections, land use at West Dallas Community Vision Plan meeting

On Oct. 12, West Dallas neighbors met to review policy suggestions for housing and land use for the West Dall…

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$45 million renovation at Madison High School has one more year of construction ahead

$45 million renovation at Madison High School has one more year of construction ahead

The "Great" James Madison High School continues its ongoing construction and the community wants to stay info…

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City shows South Dallas residents big plans for land use in their neighborhood

City shows South Dallas residents big plans for land use in their neighborhood

As Dallas works to create the city's first comprehensive land use plan, South Dallas neighbors ask how their …

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Planned Dallas-Fort Worth high-speed train will cut through West Dallas neighborhood

Planned Dallas-Fort Worth high-speed train will cut through West Dallas neighborhood

As NCTCOG moves forward with the DFW high-speed rail project, West Dallas neighbors have questions about pote…

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Follow Up: La Bajada neighbors miss appeals deadline, but are still looking for legal help to fig...

Follow Up: La Bajada neighbors miss appeals deadline, but are still looking for legal help to fig...

Following the Aug. 15 approval of a height variance in La Bajada, West Dallas residents pursue legal action a…

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Tell us what you think: Fair Park First asks South Dallas neighbors about new community park and ...

Tell us what you think: Fair Park First asks South Dallas neighbors about new community park and ...

On August 28, Fair Park First CEO Brian Luallen presented plans for a community park and parking garage, seek…

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New cloud kitchen is a solution for South Dallas culinary entrepreneurs

New cloud kitchen is a solution for South Dallas culinary entrepreneurs

The new cloud kitchen gives local entrepreneurs the opportunity to expand their business and create affordabl…

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La Bajada residents seek legal help after City of Dallas decision eclipses zoning ordinance

La Bajada residents seek legal help after City of Dallas decision eclipses zoning ordinance

La Bajada Neighborhood Community Association and neighbors are trying to appeal the quasi-judicial board's de…

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West Dallas remembers Isabel "Chavela" Lozada Tavera

West Dallas remembers Isabel "Chavela" Lozada Tavera

Chavela, a lifelong resident of West Dallas, left a lasting legacy of selfless service to her neighborhood.

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