🌱 Derek L. Geter Park Shooting + Adoption-Ready Pets In Dallas

Hello and good morning, Dallas. I'm back in your inbox this morning to walk you through everything you need to know about what's happening locally. Keep reading for the latest news.

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First, today's weather:

Times of clouds and sun. High: 86 Low: 68.

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Here are the top three stories today in Dallas:

1. The Dallas Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred at Derek L. Geter Park on Friday morning. One victim was 18 years old and the other victim was 15 years old. There have not been any arrests so far in the investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact the department or Detective Guy Curtis. (WFAA.com)
2. A new Dallas bar has a unique concept: sand. Bishop Lane is turning a former walkway into a sandy beach scene. The unique bar concept will be located at 200 N. Bishop Avenue in a 12,000-square-foot plaza. The bar will have rattan couches, beach umbrellas, beach chairs, pink aluminum tables, and sculptures of palm trees. (CultureMap Dallas)
3. Are you in the market for a new best friend? Patch, with the help of Petfinder, has compiled a list of adoption-ready pets in the Dallas area that are searching for a forever home. Click to view the complete list of pets. (Dallas Patch)

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Today in Dallas:

• Fishing For Fun At Keller Parks and Recreation (9:00 AM)
• SMART Summer Kickoff Party At Fretz Park Branch Library (10:00 AM)
• Summer Crafterdays At Preston Royal Branch Library (10:00 AM)

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From my notebook:

• The Dallas Mavericks ask fans to wear orange, call local representatives, and demand change to end gun violence. (Dallas Mavericks via Instagram)
• The Dallas Police Department introduces Remi, the first Dallas dog trained to detect electronic devices such as thumb drives, cell phones, and tiny microSD cards. These electronic devices are often critical pieces of evidence in an investigation. (Dallas Police Department via Facebook)
• The Dallas Zoo announces the newest additions to the Dallas Zoo family: emperor tamarin twins. (Dallas Zoo via Instagram)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Saturday off right. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with your next update!

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.