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Dallas Jewish community is contributing to healing after Oct. 7

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March 12, 2024

Dallas Jewish community is contributing to healing after Oct. 7

Last month, Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas invited nearly 50 leaders from the Dallas Jewish and Christian communities to travel to Israel to bear witness, speak with survivors and family members of hostages, and console a grieving nation. It was a powerful and riveting experience, in large part because of the already-close bonds that are shared between Dallas and Israel.

Some in our group arrived early or stayed late to spend time visiting family. For those of us with loved ones in and personal connections with Israel, the war with Hamas is not a remote conflict happening halfway around the world, but a real-time, daily trauma.

During our mission, we visited Mount Herzl, Israel’s version of Arlington National Cemetery. We moved somberly among the graves, noting men and women who died on Oct. 7, and in the days since, as recently as the week before.

We passed the grave of Ben Zussman, whose mother spoke to us on our first night in Jerusalem, and the final resting place of Aner Shapira, a young man who heroically sacrificed his life by tossing multiple Hamas-launched grenades out of the shelter that he and others crammed into, seeking safety from the terrorist onslaught. We gathered together to pay our respects to Binyamin Meir Airley, whose grandparents are beloved members of the Dallas Jewish community.

Connections between Dallas and Israel are myriad. Each week, many Dallasites participate in what has become a walk to amplify the plight of the 134 Jews, Christians and Muslims, many of whom are American citizens, still held captive in tunnels and parts unknown in Gaza.

Over dinner in Jerusalem one night, we were joined by native Dallasite Josh Lynn, a product of Dallas Jewish institutions Temple Emanu-el and Akiba Yavneh Academy. Later this spring, he will visit Dallas to amplify the close connections between Israeli and diaspora Jewry. He is one of several Dallasites who have proudly served the Jewish state.

For 25 years, the Jewish community of Dallas has grown a partnership with Western Galilee, including the cities of Nahariya and Akko. The latter is known for its important history as a city where Jewish and Arab citizens live together peacefully.

Our Jewish Federation has proudly supported initiatives that have improved lives for thousands of residents of the region, of all backgrounds. Notably, Western Galilee Medical Center, supported by the Dallas Jewish community, played a pivotal role in treating Syrian civilians affected by civil war across Israel’s northern border. It is now preparing its underground emergency rooms for Hezbollah attacks on Israeli cities in the region.

Using models established through this long-term partnership, the Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas has initiated a similar relationship with one of the kibbutzim devastated by the acts of terrorism perpetrated on Oct. 7.

The community of Zikim was targeted that morning by Hamas, with terrorists storming the beach from speed boats. Over an evening discussion with a young mother and her pre-teen daughter, we learned that, were it not for pollution that had made the beach uninhabitable, many of the kibbutzniks would have been celebrating the Simchat Torah holiday by camping on the beach. They would have certainly been slaughtered or kidnapped in staggering numbers.

For the next several years, through funding, resources, and personal connections, these partnerships will rebuild infrastructure, mend social bonds, and foster lasting connections. An early challenge will be to help community members achieve sufficient degrees of psychological safety needed to enable families to return home, even as they are quickly losing patience with displacement. However, despite all these challenges, hope shines through as the community looks toward rebuilding and restoring normalcy.

As this partnership continues to grow over the years, so will the relationships between the people of Dallas and Zikim. These connections create a sense of shared experience, allow pathways for empathy and assistance, and afford Dallas the opportunity to help heal a traumatized community.

Igor Alterman is president and CEO of the Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas. Joel Schwitzer is regional director for American Jewish Committee Dallas.

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Mavericks Odds: How to bet on Game 2 of the Dallas Mavericks and Oklahoma City Thunder

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May 9, 2024

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Mavericks Odds: How to bet on Game 2 of the Dallas Mavericks and Oklahoma City Thunder

The Mavericks are looking to even their second-round series with Oklahoma City. After a disappointing second half in game one, the Mavericks are searching for offense. They have not been able to get Kyrie Irving going in the first half for the entirety of the playoffs, and tonight would be a perfect opportunity to start. If Dallas wants to take back home court, they are going to need to get Irving going early and get more out of Luka Doncic

Game Details

Fixture: Dallas Mavericks at Oklahoma City Thunder | NBA 2023-2024

Date and Time: Thursday, May 9th, 2024; 8:30 PM CST

Venue: Paycom Center, Oklahoma City, OK.

Outcome Odds

Spread: Mavericks +5 (-110)
O/U 218.5
Mavs ML +164

Odds up to date as of 12:30 PM CST from DraftKings

The Mavericks are not going to get blown out again. They have been good all year at bouncing back and adjusting. Take Dallas +5.

Player Props

Kyrie Irving over 3.5 three-pointers made (+142)
P.J. Washington over 16.5 points + rebounds (-115)

Irving made three in just four attempts in game one. He has a great matchup this series and his volume should increase in game 2. Washington had his minutes limited by blowout and foul trouble. He had 10 points and six rebounds in 26 minutes, so if he plays his normal 34 then he should soar over this line.

Same Game Parlay

+750

Mavericks money line
Dereck Lively over 6.5 points
Kyrie Irving over 23.5 points
Mavericks team total over 106.5 points

This is the biggest game of Dallas’ season and I expect them to step up to the plate. Irving will need a big game and the Mavericks’ offense needs to show up. Dereck Lively should play more minutes so expect him to make an impact that is similar to Daniel Gafford.

Play of the Day

Mavericks money line (+164)

The Mavericks have to win or their season might be over. They have two of the best “big moment” players in the league in their backcourt and they will tie this series.

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Recover 180™ Announces Partnership With Dallas Cowboys’ Linebacker DeMarvion Overshown

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May 9, 2024

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Recover 180™ Announces Partnership With Dallas Cowboys’ Linebacker DeMarvion Overshown

LOS ANGELES, May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Today, RECOVER 180™, the all-organic sports drink from renowned beverage entrepreneur Lance Collins, announced its partnership with Dallas Cowboys’ linebacker DeMarvion Overshown as he prepares for the NFL’s summer training camps and his first season on the field.

After suffering a torn ACL in the 2023 pre-season, sidelining him for his rookie year, Overshown has been focused on rest, recovery, and a triumphant comeback to the field. Much like the mission of RECOVER 180 to replenish the body and support athletic achievement, Overshown’s commitment aligns with the drink’s ethos. As the only organic sports drink formulated for balanced hydration, RECOVER 180 aims to enhance performance and recovery before, during, and after training, making the partnership with Overshown a natural fit.

“We are delighted to partner with DeMarvion as he prepares for a return to the field and the 2024-25 NFL season,” said Lance Collins, CEO at RECOVER 180. “DeMarvion’s determination and persistence amid his return to full health have been inspiring to watch, and we’re honored to have helped play a role in his road to recovery. We’re excited to continue to work with him as he makes his return to the field and encourages athletes worldwide to overcome challenges and to recover strong.”

Overshown expressed excitement about partnering with RECOVER 180 to introduce their remarkable organic sports drink to athletes worldwide. “Hydration has played a vital role in my recovery journey, and I wholeheartedly trust in the outstanding formula of RECOVER 180. It’s poised to give me the strength and endurance I require for summer training.”

The NFL preseason for 2024-25 is set to start in late July, followed by the regular season commencing in early September, marking Overshown’s eagerly awaited comeback to the game. Fans can anticipate further updates from Overshown and RECOVER 180 throughout the NFL season.

Consumers can find RECOVER 180 nationwide via Whole Foods Market, QuikTrip and Amazon as well as regionally through QFC, King Soopers, Fred Meyer, Smiths and more. RECOVER 180 is available in 16.9fl oz bottles ($2.49-2.79) or a 16.9fl oz 12-pack on Amazon ($29.99).

To learn more about RECOVER 180, visit www.drinkrecover.com and follow @drinkrecover on Instagram and TikTok. Interested retailers, please contact [email protected]. For marketing partnerships, sponsorships, or branding opportunities, please contact [email protected].

About RECOVER 180

Founded by serial beverage entrepreneur Lance Collins and real estate mogul and entrepreneur Mike Meldman, RECOVER 180 is the only organic sports drink formulated for balanced hydration. Its inception came from what Collins saw as a whitespace in the category, which at the time, offered no organic, better-for-you hydration options, inspiring him to launch RECOVER 180 which has been coined the “evolution of the bevolution.” With no added sugar, chemicals, preservatives, or artificial colors, RECOVER 180’s organic ingredients introduce a better way to hydrate, featuring organic coconut water combined with a balanced blend of electrolytes and vitamins to provide the hydration you need to RECOVER STRONG.

RECOVER 180 is available in 16.9 fl oz bottles at leading retailers across the country including Whole Foods Market, QuikTrip, Fred Meyer, King Soopers, Smiths and more, as well as online on Amazon.com.

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