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🌱 Tragic Infant Death In Arlington + Mayor's State Of The City

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Ash DeMello, Neighbor
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Good day, neighbors! Ash DeMello here with the latest copy of the Irving Daily.

First, today's weather:

Cloudy, a stray t-storm; mild. High: 73 Low: 64.

Here are the top stories today in Irving:

  1. The City of Irving reminds folks to be prepared because winter weather is on its way. Click over to the Press Release Desk for helpful tips on weatherizing your car and home as well as advice on driving safely when roads are slick. Visit CityofIrving.org/Emergency-Management for more information about winter weather or disaster preparedness.
  2. Mark you calendars, civic-minded folks. Irving's mayor is scheduled to present the State of the City talk on January 25. The event will take place at the Las Colinas Irving Convention Center with the theme, "Overcoming, Advancing & Achieving." (Press Release Desk)
  3. Canine Companions received a welcome gift earlier this month: A grant from Park Place Dealerships Season of Giving Event. The non-profit was one of 24 local organizations that was awarded for its role in education, medicine, advocacy or the arts. (Irving Weekly)
  4. Want really authentic Greek food? A shipping container in Grand Prairie is the spot to score some of the most authentic Greek food in North Texas. Learn more at WFAA.com.
  5. Tragedy in Arlington: A 9-month-old riding on an adult's lap has died after a rollover crash. Read more at FOX 4 Dallas.

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Today in Irving:

  • Heritage Book Club: Readers Choice - Irving Public Library invites adults to the Heritage Senior Center to discuss your latest great read. (7:00 PM)
  • Trivia Night - Spirit Grille is the spot to showcase your knowledge and earn some bragging rights. (7:00 PM)
  • Live Music at Nosh and Bottle! - Shimmy on over to your "neighborhood living room" in the Toyota Music Factory for 'Neo-Soul' plus local brews, wines, gourmet dishes and more. (8:00 PM - 11:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • Irving Police Department announced new pay scales for officers. Tap the link to see if a career in law enforcement is right for you. (Facebook)
  • Did you know that the Irving Fire Department offers a wide array of fire safety classes? Visit the agency's Facebook page to learn if there's a class that meets the needs of your organization.
  • FYI: Irving Independent School District students have early release Thursday and Friday this week! (Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with another update!

— Ash DeMello


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