🌱 Officer Charged With Sexual Assault + Homers For Salvation Army

Up and at 'em, Dallas! Let's get you all caught up to start this day off on an informed note. Here's everything you need to know today in town.

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First, today's weather:

Breezy; a strong p.m. t-storm. High: 94 Low: 73.

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Here are the top three stories in Dallas today:

1. A Dallas police officer was booked into the Dallas County jail this week on a second charge of sexually assaulting a minor. Officer Tyrone Williams Jr. has been accused of assaulting three separate girls over a period of time spanning more than 5 years. The Dallas Police Department has been investigating Williams since he was first charged in June 2021. (The Dallas Morning News)
2. Spring is finally here and the fruit is ready to pick. D Magazine has compiled a list of 4 Dallas area pick-your-own farms that are definitely worth visiting this year. Click the link to view the full list. (D Magazine)
3. The Dallas Cowboys will be showcasing their athletic talent for a good cause - on the baseball diamond. Some of your favorite Cowboys players will be smashing baseballs during a Home Run Derby at Riders Field in Frisco on Tuesday, Jun. 7 to raise money for the Salvation Army. Gates will open at 6:30 p.m. with free admission. (CW33 Dallas)

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Today in Dallas:

• Elm Street Music Tattoo Festival 2022 In Deep Ellum (May 20-22)
• Early Voting: Primary Runoff At The Skyline Branch Library (7:00 AM)
• The Market At The Dallas Farmers Market (10:00 AM)
• Dallas Black Dance Theatre Presents Spring Celebration At Dee And Charles Wyly Theatre (7:30 PM)
• Adriel Favela And Virlan Garcia At Rodeo West - Dallas (8:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Dallas ISD has named Stephanie Elizalde as the finalist in its superintendent search. The vote was unanimous by the district's Board of Trustees. (Facebook)
• The Dallas Police Department is asking the community for help in identifying the man who robbed a local Boost Mobile at gunpoint. Click for the surveillance photos. (Facebook)
• The Dallas Arboretum reminds the community that it is the perfect destination for events and weddings. The venue can hold up to 125 guests while providing a stunning view of White Rock Lake and the Dallas skyline. (Instagram)

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You're all caught up for today. See you all tomorrow 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.