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🌱2-Year-Old Dies After Arlington Crash + Man Killed On Hwy 43
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Happy Sunday, people of Irving! Here's what's going on around Irving today.
First, today's weather:
Mostly sunny and very warm. High: 77 Low: 65.
Here are the top five stories today in Irving:
- A sad update following Tuesday's crash in Arlington that injured four people: The two-year-old passenger reported as seriously injured died on Thursday. The drunk driver who allegedly caused the crash was taken into custody on Tuesday but later released. (Texas News Today)
- A 21-year-old was killed in Grand Prairie while crossing Highway 43 on foot following another accident on Thursday. Witnesses say he lost control of his vehicle and collided with a semi-truck. He was crossing the roadway to address the driver of the semi-truck when he was hit by another car. Police haven't yet released the name of the man killed. (Everything Grand Prairie)
- Discover the science of sparkle at the Perot Museum's latest exhibit, 'The Shape of Matter.' The exhibition showcases the beauty of nature through the 70 pieces by internationally renowned jewelry designer, Paula Crevoshay. The show runs through April 20. (NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth)
- Learn CultureMap Dallas's five most-read Dallas stories of the week, including breaking news of the death of a famed North Texas pitmaster.
- Christmas Eve brought violence to downtown Dallas when a man was fatally shot. Get the whole story at The Dallas Morning News (subscription required).
Today in Irving:
- The FRIENDS Experience - Tour 12 nostalgia-packed rooms over at The Shops at Willow Bend in Plano. $32.50. (Noon - 7:00 PM)
- Hangout Sundays - Head to the Hangout Restaurant & Sports Club (3554 West Airport Freeway, Irving) for Hip Hop and Afrobeats from some of the hottest DJs in DFW. (Doors open at 3:00 PM)
- Improv Comedy - Get your seasonally-themed laughs at Arlington Improv with Michael Shawn. (7:30 PM)
From my notebook:
- Put a cap on the year with City Source's Best of 2021. Click over for air dates. (City of Irving)
- Look back on a legend, the Texas Stadium, with a blog post by Carol Stoddard over at Visit Irving.
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