🌱Irving Carjacker Sentenced To 14 Years + Legal Draft Closes

Irving TX

24 March, 2022

4:35 PM

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Good morning, neighbors! It's me again, Ash DeMello, your host of the Irving Daily. First, today's weather: Sunny; warmer in the p.m.. High: 79 Low: 51. Here are the top five stories today in Irving: A carjacker was sentenced this week to 14 years in prison for his 2020 crime. Markus Vine pled guilty to stealing a vehicle at gunpoint in Irving and using it to rob two gas stations. (CBS Dallas / Fort Worth) Keep Texas Beautiful, in partnership with the Texas Department of Transportation, has named Irving among the Texas cities to receive Governer's Achievement Awards. The citation recognizes municipalities for environmental and community achievements. Irving will share the $2 million prize with ten other communities. (Irving Weekly)A local organization is working tirelessly to ensure fewer kittens are euthanized. Operation Kindness will soon open a nursery to offer neonatal care for orphaned kittens who are especially at risk for euthanization because of weakened immune systems and the inability to eat on their own until they're about four weeks old. Click over to the article to learn how you can help Operation Kindness meet its goal. (Irving Weekly)A local 'watering hole' has closed after six years in business. A landlord notice says Legal Draft Brewery in Arlington is $165,000 behind in its rent. All taproom and brewing operations have ceased. Sources say the popular beers can still be found on local grocery store shelves — which may be your last chance to snag Nowhere But Texas light lager and other favorites from Legal Draft. (NBC DFW)Take a 'tour' of studio Trade Oak Cliff over at D Magazine. The cooperative art space is home to Corrie Pocta and MOM, who seek to create an affordable opportunity for local artists to share their craft without being encumbered by investor influence. The duo also offers classes for the public, both for beginners and those looking to re-enter a medium. From our sponsor: Today's newsletter is brought to you in part by Ring, a Patch Brand Partner. We all know that Ring is the leader in video doorbells for home security. But did you know that Ring now makes a home security system that is getting raves from consumer electronic experts? To learn more about Ring Alarm Pro, the system CNET called "the future of home security," or to build your own custom system, visit Ring here. Today in Irving: Register to join the West Irving Library in making a sticker journal with help of the library's Cricut machines. Pre-registration required. (10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.)Free pet adoptions at the Irving Animal Care Campus (4140 Valley View Lane) - Find fully vaccinated, spayed/neutered and microchipped pets over 1 year old starting today through March 26. (1 p.m. - 6 p.m.)SHERWOOD: The Adventures of Robin Hood - The Dupree Theater at Irving Arts Center hosts a comedy performance featuring classic characters. Tickets start at $20. (7:30 p.m.)Jonathan Fisher Jazz - Celebrate Friday at snacks, wine and live music at Nosh & Bottle Market. (8 p.m.) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Free Covid Testing LLC — (Visit website) Soldiers-4-Christ Ministries International Headquarters — Add your business here Events: Estate Planning Webinar (March 28) Taxes in Retirement Webinar (March 28) Social Security Seminar on 3/31 & 4/5 (March 31) Add your event Gigs & services: Relax and Rejuvenate with Parkway Therapy (Details) Add your gig or service Loving the Irving Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business listed in front of readers Send me a news tip or suggestion at [email protected] You're officially in the loop for today. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with a new update! — Ash DeMello