🌱Southwest Airlines Staffing Issues + Van Gogh Experiences

Irving TX

11 October, 2021

2:32 PM

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Welcome back, Irving Metro folks! Here's everything you need to know to get this Tuesday started off right. First, today's weather: A couple of heavy t-storms. High: 83 Low: 75. Here are the top stories today in Irving: Here's hoping you didn't have tickets for one of the many, many canceled Southwest Airlines flights over the weekend. Ben Russel reports that the airline canceled nearly 2,000 flights nationwide and delayed others. Among other causes, Southwest officials are attributing the cancelations to 'staffing issues.' There's some speculation about whether these staffing issues are related to the company's pilots' union challenging recent federal vaccine mandates. (NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth)A DFW airport rental car fraud ring has been linked to a Chicago shooting spree that injured four innocent bystanders in late September. DFW Airport Police arrested five individuals in September, one of whom claimed links to Zoe God, described as a "fraud kingpin to several organized crime groups." The suspects were released on bond from custody in Texas shortly prior to the Chicago shooting. Read more at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth.Van Gogh experiences are cropping up around the country. With multiple choices in the Irving Metro area, how will you know to which one to hand your money? While some fans of the troubled artist may say 'both,' Paige Weaver gives you a rundown of both the local exhibits over at Dallas Observer. Got too much of the green stuff? Head over to D Magazine to learn the best ways to burn money at the State Fair of Texas. A North Texas nonprofit provides a safe and fun place for those with special needs. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram) Today's Irving Daily is brought to you by Ring, a Patch Brand Partner. If you're planning to travel this holiday season, following these home security tips can help give you some peace of mind while you're away. Today in Irving: The Gallery at the University of Dallas Presents: Ink & Paper: Selections from the U of D Print Collection - Check out works by some of the country's best printmakers. (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)Pair live country music with drinks and delicious ranch-to-table dishes at The Ranch at Las Colinas! Today's performance is by Darron Williams. (6:00 PM - 9:00 PM)Kahoot! Trivia Night at Aunt Cissy's Kitchen and Catering - Enjoy a family-friendly night out and test your knowledge! (7:00 PM - 9:00 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 18) Psychic Medium John Edward live in Ft. Worth, TX (November 6) Add your event You're officially in the loop for today. I'll see you around! If you're liking 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].