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🌱 DART Suspends Services + 'Adopt A Lovable Companion' In Irving

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Ash DeMello, Neighbor
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Happy Saturday, people of Irving! Here's what's happening in town today.

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and cold. Hard freeze alert for Dallas County. High: 44 Low: 25.

Here are the top five stories today in Irving:

  1. Curious about the final snowfall totals after Winter Storm 2022? The Irving area reported about 1.7 inches. Eastland reported the most white stuff — 5 inches. (WFAA.com)
  2. Looking for someone to love? The City of Irving announced the Adopt A Lovable Companion initiative, running from February 8-12. For just $20, you can take home a new buddy who has been microchipped, vaccinated, spayed/neutered and more from the Animal Care Campus. (Press Release Desk)
  3. Get a preview of what furry friends you might see over at the Animal Care Campus event with a roundup of animals who are available for adoption from the Irving Patch. Among the lineup are a lively-looking young cattle dog called Titanium Avalanche and a small female Siamese named Pandora.
  4. Melting snow, sleet and a refreeze created treacherous conditions for drivers throughout Dallas County. Take a look at footage of the slick roads over at FOX 4 Dallas.
  5. DART officials say they've suspended all rail and bus services due to winter weather in the area. Services are scheduled to resume at noon on Sunday. (CultureMap Dallas)

Today in Irving:

Double-check for weather-related cancelations before heading out, and stay safe out there, Irving!

  • I AM A MAN - Tour an exhibit exploring the 1960s Civil Rights Movement in the South at the Irving Archives and Museum. Free admission every Saturday in February. (10:00 AM - 4:00 PM)
  • Origami 101 - The West Irving Library Meeting Room is the spot to learn the ancient art of paper folding. (2:30 PM - 3:30 PM)
  • John Henton @ Improv Arlington - Get some laughs with a familiar face from "Hannah Montana" and "Living Single." (Two shows: 7:30 PM and 9:45 PM)
  • Nate Bargatze The Raincheck Tour @ Texas Trust CU - Discover the "clean and relatable" comedy stylings of a six-time Tonight Show alum. Tickets start at $29.75. (Doors open at 6:00 PM; show starts at 7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • The city of Irving City Hall wants your snow pictures! Click the link to comment and share your snowy pictures of pets, kids, friends and family! (Facebook)
  • City of Irving reminds residents "to avoid driving and stay home." Tap the link to discover resources and weather-related information. (Facebook)
  • Stuck inside? The Irving Public Library has options for you! "Find titles from the library's digital services: Hoopla, OverDrive, Kanopy and more!" (Instagram)

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— Ash DeMello


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