🌱 Arlington Officer Denied Full Honors + Texas Taco Fest

Irving TX

20 November, 2021

5:54 PM

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Up and at 'em, Irving Metro people! Let's get you started this Sunday with everything you need to know going on today in the area. First, today's weather: Partial sunshine. High: 67 Low: 45. The Daily is made possible by these local businesses: Free Covid Testing LLC and Soldiers-4-Christ Ministries International Headquarters. Want to see your business featured in this spot in the newsletter? Click here to get started. Here are the top stories in Irving today: A Dallas County jail officer died from COVID-19. According to Texas law, first responders such as detention officer Damon Finney are considered "killed in the line of duty" if they contract COVID-19. Finney succumbed to the disease on August 14 yet was denied a Full Honors burial service; few of his colleagues attended the service. Find out more about the sad situation at the Dallas Observer. Will you have vegans at your table this season? Local chef Brandon Waller of Bam's Vegan Smoothies and Wraps shares recipes fit for special occasions to help you satisfy everyone's preferences. Click over to get ideas for battered and fried oyster mushrooms, smashed garlic potatoes with black pepper gravy and other comforting vegan dishes. (D Magazine)More from the local food scene: Local chef Tiffany Derry's latest enterprise made Esquire's list of best new restaurants in the US. Roots Southern Table, near Farmers Branch Historical Park, ranked 19 on the list. The article notes the spot is getting high praise from other esteemed sources, such as The New York Times' list of the "50 most vibrant and delicious restaurants in 2021." Might be time to try to snag a reservation.... (culturemap.com)Arlington is now home to the Esports Awards, putting North Texas in the international spotlight. Click over to find out more about the event that has the best-of-the-best gather to celebrate competitive video gaming. (WFAA.com)Touch base with the movers-and-shakers in the DFW business world over at Dallas Innovates, including a new appointment to the board of Irving-based Caris Life Sciences. Today in Irving: Texas Taco Festival - Arlington's Texas Live! (located next to Globe Life Park and AT&T Stadium) is the spot for tacos, margaritas, delicious indulgences and taco-themed activities. General admission $9.99. (3:00 PM - 8:00 PM)ANNUAL RECITAL of SIMA Ballet Folklórico - The Irving Arts Center hosts a performance with live music by Trio Los Hidalguenses. Tickets start at $30. (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM) Live music with Martha Burks - Michael's of Las Colinas hosts a local vocalist alongside a soul food menu. $20 cover. (7:30 PM) Irving Patch Notebook Today is National Gingerbread Cookie Day! Might be time to head on over to the Irving Bakery to see what they've got on offer or maybe even check out The Ginger Man (no cookies, but still ginger-themed! plus beer!). City of Irving, Texas - City Hall reminds folks to support local businesses as shopping season commences. Dollars spent locally "are reinvested in the community in impactful ways." (Facebook) 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: Celebrate Thanksgiving With 15 Percent Off Floral Centerpieces (November 26) Add your event Other classifieds: Wishing Upon A Star (Details) Add your classified Alrighty, you're all caught up for today. See you all tomorrow morning for another update! If you're into these newsletters, consider bringing some more friends and neighbors along for the ride. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Ash DeMello Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Irving Daily? I'm all ears. You can contact me at [email protected].