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Hey there, Dallas! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a late-night vote just saved Dallas library hours
  • Why three vacant South Dallas homes burned within weeks remains unanswered
  • Could Dallas' new AI code cameras become a hidden tax on homeowners?

Also on today's calendar: Hispanic Heritage Month at Galleria Dallas and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What day of the year is trucker's day? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Record-tying heat, with a high of 100 and low of 77 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: Hot, temps: high: 100, low: 79.
  • Sunday: Hot, with a high of 100 and low of 76 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Dallas restores funding to keep neighborhood libraries open (fox4news.com) — Dallas residents can count on neighborhood libraries staying open six days a week after the City Council unanimously restored $3.1 million in funding during a late-night budget vote. The money comes from an $11 million IT fund balance, though officials are still determining how many of the 108 planned layoffs in the library system will be avoided.
   

2. South Dallas fires have neighbors on edge as causes remain unknown – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (nbcdfw.com) — Neighbors in South Dallas' South Boulevard-Park Row Historic District are on edge after three vacant homes burned within a few weeks, with causes still undetermined. Dallas Fire-Rescue and city leaders say investigations are active and could lead to charges, while residents worry about both safety and preserving their century-old community as renovation-ready houses are reduced to rubble.
   

3. Dallas AI code enforcement cameras lead to first homeowner citations – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (nbcdfw.com) — Dallas' new AI-powered code enforcement cameras have now led to 57 homeowner citations and thousands of "courtesy notices," with most citations landing in Southern Dallas districts. City officials say the system improves efficiency, but some residents and a council member fear it could unfairly burden lower-income homeowners who struggle to afford repairs or interpret the notices' warning-style language.
   

4. Dallas leaders approve $5.66 billion budget after 14-hour debate (cbsnews.com) — Dallas has approved a $5.66 billion city budget that boosts funding for police, fire, streets, parks, and libraries while still cutting 108 city jobs and slightly lowering the property tax rate. The plan adds money for 750 new police officers, keeps six pools and 25 library positions, but delays long‑discussed repairs to Dallas City Hall, frustrating preservation advocates.
   

5. Dallas firefighter, wife's quick action helps save infant son's life (cbsnews.com) — A Dallas firefighter and his wife relied on quick instincts and expert care at Medical City Children's Hospital in Dallas to save their 5‑week‑old son after a sudden, life‑threatening intestinal twist. Seventy‑seven days and four surgeries later, their now‑4‑month‑old baby is heading home, with the family praising the hospital staff and fellow firefighters for overwhelming support.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Retirement community Highland Springs redefines how older adults are approaching aging —Elizabeth Fabiano Read on Patch
  • 311 Harmony North Texas Teachers Earn $3.8 Million Through State Teacher Incentive Allotment Program —Brittany Lehning Read on Patch
  • SPARK! Hosted SPARKtacular to Raise Funds for Scholarships —Juliette Coulter Read on Patch
  • Legacy West and Fitness Ambassadors Announce Inaugural "Rooftop Sweat + Social" —Susan Friedman Read on Patch
  • Dallas Dodgeball Tournament Raises $200K To Fight Child Homelessness —Cynthia Smoot Read on Patch
  • Meet Mercy!
    Mercy is still waiting for her forever family, and we honestly cannot understand how this sweet girl hasn't been scooped up yet! Mercy is a 10 month… (Nextdoor Royal Hills)
  • Blake and Jake are a professional team that worked in staggering 101 degree heat to install a new overhead door mechanism and outdoor keypad.
    They never complained about the heat which says a lot for anyone having to work under those conditions. They worked efficiently and timely, were very… (Nextdoor Preston Highlands)
  • Oldcastle Building Envelope posted a job opening for Accounts Payable Associate in Dallas. Apply here.
  • Sodexo, Inc. posted a job opening for Stock Worker and Receiver in Dallas. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Dallas here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: 10-4, good buddy! (Thank you Jean H. for sending it in!)
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