D'ville Voices

Abel Castro of Xela’s Bistro joins Arts Commissioner Julio Avila to talk food, art, and why they’re proud to call Duncanville home. Abel shares Xela’s origin story and Frenchie’s standout culinary creations, giving listeners a tasty glimpse into a bistro that’s become a local arts haven.

On this episode of D'ville Voices, Council Member At-Large DeMonica Gooden discusses her journey to Duncanville, her role as the City Council Liaison to the Arts Commission, and the importance of the arts in the City of Champions. She also shares her perspectives on community engagement, her favorite forms of art, and the role creativity plays in bringing people together.

This week, Mayor Greg Contreras joins the Duncanville Arts Commission for a conversation about community, leadership, and the city's future. He reflects on his journey from City employee to Mayor and how those experiences influence his decisions today. The discussion highlights the positive impact of the Arts Commission, the importance of supporting local businesses, and the opportunities that com...

The Duncanville Arts Commission sits down with City Marshal Johnson to learn more about his role as a peace officer and the responsibilities of the Duncanville Marshal’s Office. Marshal Johnson discusses the differences between the Marshal’s Office and the Duncanville Police Department, providing insight into how each serves the community. He also shares his professional background and the path th...

Candice Y. Johnson is a four-time Emmy-winning choreographer, author, editor, dancer, and filmmaker. Cedrick Johnson works in business management. Together, they are Duncanville's creative power couple. In this episode, they discuss how they met and the inspiration behind Candice's works, including her upcoming play He Who Finds a Wife ... Find Me!

The Duncanville Arts Commission sits down with local artist and Duncanville Arts Grant recipient Kalen McGuire to discuss his creative journey, the inspiration behind his work, and the impact public art can have on a community. McGuire is a Duncanville-based artist, and the City recently highlighted the completion of his mural, Beacons of Light: Where Champions Rise , at 1944 S. Main St. in Duncan...

Mary Ann Taylor sits down with Dr. Claudia MacMillan, founder and executive director of The MacMillan Institute, for a conversation about educational purpose, leadership, and transformation. Dr. MacMillan explains how the institute equips educators through training, certification, coaching, academy models, and humanities-based curriculum designed to bring rigorous, human-centered learning to all s...

Duncanville comedian Diego Morales, professionally known as Texas Chuckle, talks about his DFW roots, his connection to Duncanville, and how his local experiences have influenced his comedy. He also shares the meaning behind his stage name and discusses the many city-hosted events that help bring residents together.

In the latest episode of D’ville Voices , the hosts sit down with Tyler Agee, assistant director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Duncanville, to discuss leadership, community impact, and the future of public spaces in the city. The episode highlights how Parks and Recreation shapes Duncanville's quality of life by creating clean, well-maintained, and people-centered spaces that bring resid...

Duncanville Event Planner Devon Handley joins the D'ville Voices hosts for a lively conversation about the upcoming BloomFest Music & Arts Festival, the creativity and coordination behind standout local events, the best boba spots in Duncanville, and more. Get to know Devon and get excited for what’s ahead in Duncanville in this new episode of D'ville Voices.

In this first episode of D'ville Voices, an interview with a longtime resident, former Arts Commission Chair, and Duncanville Arts Foundation founder, Ron Thompson, where he discusses the future of arts in Duncanville, Texas.