Community Corner
Baby Dies Of COVID + Grandscape Ferris Wheel Open + Sunday Funday
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First, today's weather:
Clear throughout the day. High: 92 Low: 74.
Here are the top stories today in Irving:
- Tragic news from the Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS): The agency reported Friday 16 new COVID-19 related deaths in the county. One of the casualties was a child not yet one year old. Although DCHHS notes that the young boy had underlying health complications, the CDC still urges parents to vaccinate eligible children, keep them in masks and practice social distancing. (WFAA.com)
- Head over to CultureMap to find out this week's five most-read stories. Topping the charts is news about The Grandscape Ferris wheel in The Colony, which opened on Friday. The nearly 200-foot tall attraction rivals the state fair's Texas Star. Other must-reads include lengthening commute times in North Texas and where you can sleep in a shipping container (should you be so inclined). (CultureMap Dallas)
- Rising property values mean an increase in taxes for homeowners in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Both municipalities have lowered property tax rates, but not enough to counter the burden fully. Experts say that the higher property values are caused by an inability to meet the rise in demand for homes across the region. (inForney.com)
- Two decades of grief: Click over to read how the family of Dallas man killed in the World Trade Center attacks reflects on his life and love. (WFAA.com)
- Read how and why four Dallas officers received the Star of Texas Award Friday, designated for those who gave their lives or have been seriously injured in the performance of their duties as a first responder. (dpdbeat.com)
Today in Irving:
- Get your fitness on at Texas Lottery Plaza with a Pound Fit class. Sweat, sculpt and rock! Drumsticks provided; donations accepted. (10:00 AM)
- DogFest North Central - Canine Companions for Independence South Central Training Center invites you to a family-friendly and dog-friendly festival that raises funds and awareness for the organization. (11:00 AM)
- Jam and Toast Brunch with Alex Cantrell - Break your fast alongside free live music at The Rustic in Dallas. (12:30 PM)
- Second Sunday Funday - The Irving Arts Center hosts a free drop-in activity for families. This week's theme is Paint It. (1:00 PM - 4:00 PM)
- BeatStreet Poetry Live - Live drumming with African and Caribbean rhythms, poetry and a DJ at the Bourbon Stage at the Free Man Cafe in Dallas. $50 per table, four people per table max. (5:00 PM - 7:00 PM)
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— Ash DeMello
About me: After writing e-commerce copy for eight years, I'm super excited to branch out as a News Curator for Patch. Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Irving Daily? Reach out anytime to irving@patch.com.
