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Carrollton, Texas Patch AM: a 4 min readCoffee in hand, Carrollton? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Where Carrollton police will roll out their new paleta cart next
- New charges filed against former Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD middle school teacher
Also on today's calendar: Hero Play Day at Kiddie Academy of Mercer Crossing.
Today's riddle: What Do u call a pig that knows karate? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 98 and low of 81 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Thursday: Very warm with plenty of sun, temps: high: 99, low: 81.
- Friday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 97 and low of 78 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Carrollton Police rolls out new paleta cart to connect with community (nbcdfw.com) — Carrollton residents can now spot a new police “paleta cart” rolling through neighborhoods, offering free cold treats while officers connect with the community. Debuting over the July 4th weekend, the cart will pop up at various city spots this summer, with dates and locations shared on Carrollton Police Department social media channels. 
• Former Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD teacher facing new criminal charges (fox4news.com) — A former Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD middle school art teacher is facing new charges tied to an alleged improper relationship with a student, following an earlier arrest related to child grooming. Irving police, the district, and Denton County jail records confirm the new allegation, but officials are withholding further details because the investigation is active and involves juveniles.
📸 Around Carrollton
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Upcoming Events in
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★ Featured events ★
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Hero Play Day at Kiddie Academy of Mercer Crossing →
12800 Mercer Pkwy, Farmers Branch
10:00 am
Saturday July 11
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Other local events
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Red White & Rev →
Maverick Harley-Davidson, 1845 N Interstate 35E, Carrollton
11:00 am -
Mid Season Concert & Vendor Festival @ The Maverick →
The Maverick, 1616 W Hebron Pkwy #108, Carrollton
12:00 pm
Saturday July 11
Saturday July 18
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Toddler Storytime
Fretz Park Branch Library 6990 Belt Line Road, Dallas, TX, 75254, US
10:30 am -
Computer Tutor
Park Forest Branch Library 3421 Forest Lane, Dallas, TX, 75234, US
11:00 am -
Bilingual Storytime (Hora de Cuentos bilingüe)
Fretz Park Branch Library 6990 Belt Line Road, Dallas, TX, 75254, US
11:30 am -
Summer Snack for Kids/Merienda de verano para niños
Martin Luther King Jr Library and Learning Center 2922 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Dallas, TX, 75215, US
12:00 pm -
Summer Snacks
Fretz Park Branch Library 6990 Belt Line Road, Dallas, TX, 75254, US
12:00 pm -
Career and Technology Help
Fretz Park Branch Library 6990 Belt Line Road, Dallas, TX, 75254, US
1:00 pm -
Voice Class
Dallas Public Library 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, 75201, US
1:00 pm -
GED Test Preparation
Dallas Public Library 1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, 75201, US
1:00 pm -
Our Voices, Our Village
Martin Luther King Jr Library and Learning Center 2922 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Dallas, TX, 75215, US
1:00 pm -
Explore Summer: Cat Party
The Colony Public Library - Kids Library Multipurpose Room - 6800 Main St. The Colony TX 75056
1:00 pm
Wednesday July 8
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Hello everyone.
I know it is kitten season, but if anyone is looking for a calm adult cat, I am fostering a beautiful boy named Milo. He has had his shots and is… (Nextdoor Rollingwood Estates) - Missing dogs near Rhoton Park…the two large ones.
They have my phone number on the collars. 469/348-8765 @ (Nextdoor Rhoton Park)
- Pactiv Evergreen, Inc. posted a job opening for Bag Machine Operator in Carrollton. Apply here.
- Sazerac Company posted a job opening for Sanitation Technician in Carrollton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Carrollton here.
🗞 Nearby News
Addison
- Addison, Texas, celebrates the Fourth of July (spectrumlocalnews.com)
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- Board of Directors Retreat (einpresswire.com)
Farmers Branch
- Red, white and boom: Farmers Branch marks Independence Day with music and fireworks (branchherald.com)
Dallas
- Dallas Police Honor Officers Killed in 2016 Attack (patch.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A pork chop (Thank you Jody M. for sending it in!)
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