🌱 Emerald Ash Borer + Security Guard Delivers Baby In Elevator

Happy Saturday, people of Dallas! Let's get you all caught up on what's happening locally to start today off on an informed note.

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First, today's weather:

A strong p.m. thunderstorm. High: 82 Low: 53.

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Here are the top three stories in Dallas today:

1. Dallas ash trees are in trouble. An invasive species called the Emerald Ash Borer has been discovered in Dallas County, according to tree experts. The wood-boring beetle poses a serious problem for the city's urban forest canopy. The beetle will kill an unprotected tree within 2-3 years and will decimate entire stands within 10 years. (CultureMap Dallas)
2. A Dallas Farmers Market product is now hitting shelves across the nation. ZUBI's dips are created by Sarah Zubiate and are being sold on Sprouts Farmers Market shelves nationally. The delicious dips are based on a 60-year-old family recipe, according to Zubiate. The dips are manufactured at its Athens, Texas facility. (CW33 Dallas)
3. Medical City Dallas reports that one of its security guards delivered a baby in an elevator on Mother's Day. Security guard Eli Davila wheeled the expecting mother into the elevator and emerged later toting a newborn. The incredible incident was preserved by the hospital's surveillance cameras. Click to watch. (WFAA.com)

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This weekend in Dallas:

• The Market At Dallas Farmers Market (10:00 AM)
• Festival of Joy 3rd Annual Celebration At Klyde Warren Park (11:00 AM)
• Hypocrisy - Tour 2022 At Amplified (4:00 PM)
• Elm Street Music Tattoo Festival 2022 In Deep Ellum (May 21 & 22)

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From my notebook:

• The Dallas Mavericks remind the community to tune into upcoming games on 99.1 FM. Go Mavericks! (Instagram)
• Dallas ISD Superintendent Hinojosa threw the first pitch at the Texas Rangers game on Tuesday night. Click to see the fun photos posted on Facebook. (Facebook)
• SPCA of Texas highlighted Anjo, Lori, Cheddar, Vivian, and Knox. These delightful puppies are looking for forever homes. See the Instagram post and find your new best friend. (Instagram)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Saturday! See you Monday morning for another 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.