Fall Music Safari + Sunday Funday + Homebuilding Numbers Slow

Irving TX

09 October, 2021

4:50 PM

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Welcome back, people of the Irving metro! Let's get you all caught up to start this Sunday, October 10, off on an informed note. Here's everything worth knowing today in the area. First, today's weather: Warm with clouds and sun, with some risk for 'severe storms.' High: 89 Low: 62. Here are the top stories today in Irving: Dallas-Fort Worth area homebuilding permits fell in August for the first time in over a year. The drop marked a 14 percent decrease compared to August 2020 and nearly a 20 percent decrease from July. Some markets aren't feeling the pinch quite as much, though: Both Celina and Frisco are considered the hottest housing markets in North Texas, according to the Dallas Business Journal. (WFAA.com)Head over to the Press Release Desk to read about Irving ISD's exceptional scholars. The National Merit Scholarship Corporation recognized four of the district's students as Commended Students in the 2022 National Merit Scholarship Program. The recipients include Ahmad Ahsen; Jonathan Roman; Lilla Fancher; and Levi Seymour. We have some possible drama in store weather-wise today. Meteorologists say the area could be in line for 'severe storms' today, including isolated tornadoes, hail and downpours. The news comes as a contrast to the so-far pleasantly warm October. Experts also are predicting stormy conditions for Tuesday and Wednesday this week. (Dallas Observer)Texas restaurants are short 125,000 workers as the slow pace of hiring continues. (FOX 4 Dallas)SMU lifts its temporary mask mandate. Read more at The Daily Campus. Today in Irving: Irving Junction Farmers Market - Support small businesses and check out the local flavors in South Irving. (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM)Rock out and work out with Pound Fit at the Texas Lottery Plaza. (10:00 AM - 11:00 AM)Second Sunday Funday: Storytelling with Art - The Irving Arts Center sets the scene for family-friendly art-making activities inspired by the Our Voice: Celebrating the Coretta Scott King Illustrator Awards. Free. (1:00 PM - 4:00 PM)Fall Music Safari - Take a short drive to the East Kessler Park neighborhood to see six different bands perform on their front porches as you stroll or bike through the tree-lined streets. Click the link to get the full map of venues. (2:00 PM)Celebrating Us Pop-Up - Enjoy free music, free food and free admission to check out the latest offerings from local young black female entrepreneurs. (3:00 PM - 6:00 PM) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Free COVID Testing LLC — Free COVID Testing for All - Drive Thru - 17776 Dallas Pkwy (Visit website) Soldiers-4-Christ Ministries International Headquarters — Helping out the homeless veteran's and homeless people Add your business here Events: Taxes in Retirement Webinar (October 11) Get 10% Off Your L.L.Bean Purchase Online And In Stores (October 11) Psychic Medium John Edward live in Ft. Worth, TX (November 6) Add your event Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Sunday. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with your next update! If you're enjoying these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to follow along. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Ash DeMello Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Irving Daily? Email me at [email protected].