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Army veteran and Dallas native, Archie D. Nettles, Jr. has released his first-ever children’s book. Trades to the Rescue: When the Lights Go Out, the Fixers Gear Up is a story about two curious kids named Torque and Tori who both carry a big love for building.

Archie D. Nettles, Jr., author of the Trades to the Rescue children's book, is a finalist for the 2025 Gentlemen’s Toast Award. The Gentlemen's Toast recognizes exceptional Black men who are driving meaningful change in the Dallas/Fort Worth area of Texas through business impact, community influence, and character that reflects integrity, innovation, and lasting legacy. Nominations represent both peer recognition and public respect, celebrating men who elevate culture, uplif