🌱Students Recognized For Disability Art + Oak Cliff Erodes

Irving TX

20 October, 2021

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Happy Thursday, neighbors! Here's everything you need to know about what's happening in the Metro area. First, today's weather: Sunshine and some clouds. High: 83 Low: 62. Here are the top stories in Irving today: This upcoming Saturday is National Drug Take Back Day, and Medical City Las Colinas is using the opportunity to raise awareness for the danger of opioid misuse. Underscoring the urgency of the efforts, the Texas Health and Human Services Commission says that 1 in 5 Texans has been affected by an opioid overdose. Click over to Irving Weekly to find locations. Erosion problems at a Dallas-area creek have Oak Cliff neighbors living 'on edge.' Neighbors say Hardin Creek is slowly swallowing their yards and causing foundation movement, and the process has seemingly accelerated in recent years. Residents are working on a resolution with the City of Dallas and Corps of Engineers. Watch a discussion with a local man on the topic at WFAA.com.Eight Irving fourth-graders were recognized by the City of Irving for their efforts in a Student Disability Poster Contest. The annual contest is part of the city's National Disability Awareness Month festivities, asking students to show how persons with disabilities can use their abilities within the community. Click over to Irving Weekly to see the list of winners. The fallout from 2019's tornado outbreak continues as residents continue filing lawsuits. (NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth)Coppell continues to work on alleviating its debt. Check out the city's latest efforts at Star Local Media. Today's Irving Daily is brought to you by Newrez, a leading nationwide mortgage lender. Planning to buy or refinance a home? Here's what you need to know about the five types of mortgage loans (and which one is right for you). Make a smart move for your future and refinance with Newrez. Call 844-979-1707 to connect with a Newrez loan officer. Newrez, LLC (NMLS #3013) Today in Irving: Free Flue Vaccines - Parkland Hospital hosts a flu vaccine drive-through at the Irving Health Center (1800 N. Britain Road) for everyone ages 6 months and up. (1:00 PM - 4:00 PM)Count Me Yin Studios hosts a wine, mind and body building event at 3317 Finley Rd, Studio 228. Swing in to enjoy music, yoga, tribal dance, HIIT and more. $28. (4:30 PM - 6:30 PM)Heritage Book Club: Sun Down Motel by Simone St. James - Head to the Heritage Senior Center (200 S. Jefferson St) to join in a monthly book discussion hosted by Irving Public Library. (7:00 PM) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Free COVIDTesting 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 25) Psychic Medium John Edward live in Ft. Worth, TX (November 6) Add your event You're all caught up for today! I'll see you around. If you're enjoying these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to read along. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Ash DeMello Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Irving Daily? Contact me at [email protected].