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🌱Arlington Garage Fire Injures Man + Irving PD Scrutinized

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Ash DeMello, Neighbor
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Happy Saturday, Irving! Here's everything you need to know going on today.

First, today's weather:

Cool with plenty of sunshine. High: 50 Low: 31.

Here are the top five stories today in Irving:

  1. A man was seriously burned in a parking garage fire near UT Arlington early Friday, January 21. Emergency workers responded to the garage following reports of loud noises that turned out to be car fires. They were able to put out the fires and transfer the man to a local hospital, where he remains in critical condition. The cause of the car fires is unknown at this time. (FOX 4 Dallas)
  2. The City of Irving issued a traffic alert for next week: Expect closures on SH 114 and Spur 482 overnight on January 24, beginning at 9:00 PM. The roadway will reopen at January 25 at 5:00 AM. Click over to the Press Release Desk to get the details about the project.
  3. The Irving Police Department has been accused of disproportionate use of force on Black suspects, reports the Irving Weekly. The accusations were brought forth by Accountable Now based on data from 2017-2019. Irving Police have yet to respond. See the numbers for yourself by visiting the article.
  4. Here's your round-up of local cuteness: Check out the list of pets available for adoption in the Irving area at the Irving Patch.
  5. Check the pulse of the local housing market with this collection of home sale prices by ZIP code at the Irving Patch.

Today in Irving:

  • Build It With Legos - Ages pre-K through grade 8 are invited to the West Irving Library Meeting Room for creative time with the classic blocks. (2:30 PM - 3:30 PM)
  • Royal Reads Afternoon Tea @ South Irving Library - Celebrate the Royal Reads program with tea and finery. Registration required. (3:00 PM - 5:00 PM)
  • My Hero Convention 2022 - The Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas is the spot to celebrate the My Hero Academia fandom, anime, manga and pop culture in general at a family-friendly event! Tickets start at $15. (10:00 AM - 6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • The City of Irving reminds you that Frost Fest is back! Mark your calendar for Saturday, February 19, to enjoy snow play, ice carving, face painting, train rides and more at the Levy Event Plaza. (Facebook)
  • Irving Fire Department is spreading awareness about the potential dangers of lithium-ion batteries, which are used in such items as your phone, tablet, hoverboards, scooters and more! Tap the link to discover safe-storage recommendations. (Facebook)
  • Irving is an AWESOME place to hear live music. The Las Colinas Visitors Association shares a lineup of the spots to find some amazing local musicians. (Instagram)

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— Ash DeMello


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