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Good morning Dallas! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Motorcyclist killed as crash shuts down southbound US 75 in Dallas
  • How Girls in Aviation Day is shaping Dallas teens' career dreams
  • Which Dallas drag brunch fits your weekend vibe best?

Also on today's calendar: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Mostly sunny and warmer, with a high of 86 and low of 63 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Tuesday: Plenty of sun, temps: high: 84, low: 61.
  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 85 and low of 64 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Fatal motorcycle crash Sunday night closes southbound lanes of US 75 (dallasnews.com) — A deadly motorcycle crash shut down all southbound lanes of U.S. 75 near Forest Lane on Sunday night, snarling traffic for Dallas drivers as police investigated. One motorcyclist died at the scene, and Dallas officers diverted vehicles off the highway while state and local officials reminded Texans that motorcycle fatalities are a daily risk statewide.
   

2. Girls in Aviation Day inspires North Texas students to fly – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (nbcdfw.com) — Girls in Aviation Day just brought hundreds of girls and families to Dallas Executive Airport, giving local students hands-on exposure to aircraft, aviation careers, and industry mentors. Hosted by the Women in Aviation North Texas Chapter, the free event targeted ages 8 to 18, highlighting how few women currently work as pilots or in maintenance and encouraging Dallas-area teens to consider those paths.
   

3. Where To Eat This Weekend: A Trio Of Drag Brunches (hesaiddallas.com) — Dallas brunch lovers can choose from three themed drag brunches this coming weekend, including a gospel show at the Ivy Tavern and a Madonna-inspired Vogue-o-ween at the Terrace Dallas. Another option is the Witch, Please Drag Brunch at Virgin Hotels Dallas, with tickets that bundle food stations and optional drink packages. All three shows start at noon, so you can sleep in first.
   

4. Who is Austin Smotherman? 5 things to know about SMU product and former DeChambeau teammate (dallasnews.com) — Dallas resident and SMU alum Austin Smotherman just captured his first PGA Tour victory at the Bank of Utah Championship, edging Doug Ghim by two strokes. The 32-year-old, who lives with his family in Dallas and plays out of Trinity Forest Golf Club, built his career through SMU golf, Korn Ferry Tour wins, and early success alongside Bryson DeChambeau.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I ?" — Footsteps (Thank you Patty G. for sending it in!)
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