🌱 Deadly I-635 crash in Mesquite snarled traffic and left one dead

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In today's newsletter:

• Deadly I-635 crash in Mesquite snarled traffic and left one dead
• What Mesquite's new budget means for your library and rec centers
• Why a Mesquite officer avoided indictment in a deadly custody case

Also on today's calendar: Premier Gun Shows, Mesquite.

Today's riddle: What do you get when you cross an angry cow with an angry sheep? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 98 and low of 76 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Friday: An a.m. t-storm; partly sunny, temps: high: 94, low: 76.
• Saturday: Mostly sunny and hot, with a high of 101 and low of 76 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Fatal crash involving 18-wheeler closes lanes on I-635 in Mesquite Wednesday (dallasnews.com) — A deadly early-morning crash on I-635 in Mesquite killed a driver after their vehicle hit the back of a slowing 18-wheeler near the Gross Road exit, leaving only the far-left lane open for hours. Mesquite police warned of significant delays before TxDOT cameras later showed the scene cleared, but the incident highlights ongoing safety concerns for local commuters.
   

• Mesquite plans to close North Branch Library under new city budget (keranews.org) — Mesquite's newly adopted city budget will close the North Branch Library and fold it into the nearby Florence Recreation Center, shifting services and staff while promising longer hours and mobile outreach. One council member opposed the move as a major loss for north-side residents, and the city also plans to consolidate Dunford and Goodbar recreation centers into reservation-only facilities over coming months.
   

• No charges for Mesquite officer on video hitting man who died in custody (wfaa.com) — A Mesquite police officer will not face criminal charges after a Dallas County grand jury declined to indict him in the death of 55-year-old Willie Rose, who died following a brief confrontation and restraint. Mesquite police say the force used did not violate department policy, while Rose's family questions the officer's actions and is weighing next legal steps.
   

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Saturday September 19
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🗓 Events Nearby

Thursday September 10
• 8th Grade Science Test
  Sunnyvale ISD Sunnyvale, TX 75182
  9:33 am
• RAIDER & LADY RAIDER (JV) @ CADDO MILLS
  Sunnyvale ISD Caddo Mills High School, 3049 FM 36, Caddo Mills, TX 75135, US
  4:00 pm
• RAIDER FOOTBALL (9TH) @ FERRIS HIGH SCHOOL
  Sunnyvale ISD Ferris High School, 1025 E 8th St, Ferris, TX 75125, USA
  5:00 pm
• LADY RAIDER VOLLEYBALL - 8B/7B @ CADDO MILLS MS
  Sunnyvale ISD CADDO MILLS AUX 2 GYM
  5:30 pm
• LADY RAIDER VOLLEYBALL - 7A/8A @ CADDO MILLS MS
  Sunnyvale ISD Caddo Mills Middle School, 2710 Gilmer St, Caddo Mills, TX 7513
  6:30 pm
• RAIDER FOOTBALL (JV) @ FERRIS HIGH SCHOOL
  Sunnyvale ISD Ferris High School, 1025 E 8th St, Ferris, TX 75125, USA
  6:45 pm
Friday September 11
• TEXAS FIRST RESPONDER DAY & PATRIOT DAY
  Sunnyvale ISD Sunnyvale, TX 75182
• Spirit day - Red, White, Blue
  Sunnyvale ISD Sunnyvale, TX 75182
• Luxury Acrylic Masterclass →
  Sunnyvale TX
• Patriot Day & Texas First Responders Day
  Sunnyvale ISD Sunnyvale, TX 75182

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Hello, good afternoon.
  This is my little dog; he got out of the house and didn't come back. His name is Toby. If anyone has seen him or has him, please call me at 469-662… (Nextdoor Vanston Park)
• Hello, good afternoon.
  This is my little dog; he got out of the house and didn't come back. His name is Toby. If anyone has seen him or has him, please call me at 469-662… (Nextdoor Vanston Park)

• Target Corporation posted a job opening for Cake Decorator in Mesquite. Apply here.
• Sonic posted a job opening for Crew Member in Balch Springs. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Mesquite here.

🗞 Nearby News

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• NDG Honors and Remembers B.J. Williams, a Friend and a Pillar of the Community… (northdallasgazette.com)
• Texas couple sentenced for operating drug selling website (crossroadstoday.com)
• Keathley Landscaping Expands Certified Yard Drainage Solutions Across North Texas Communities (usatoday.com)

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: An animal that's in a baaaaad mooood! (Thank you Lisa A. for sending it in!)
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