🌱MacArthur Grad Makes History + How To Start A Community Garden

Irving TX

26 March, 2022

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Welcome to your Sunday edition. Here's everything you need to know to start your week off right. First, today's weather: Sunny and bright. Best break out that sunscreen. High: 92 Low 56 Here are the top five stories today in Irving: Irving police officers Travis Allen and Brendon Fowler were recognized by the U.S. Attorney General. The pair received the 5th annual Attorney General's award for distinguished service in community policing. The pair rescued a couple from an icy pond when they fell while trying to take photos in February 2021. (Fox 4 News) Markus Vine, 28, admitted he had pointed a 9 mm pistol at a woman as she tried to get into her car in a grocery store parking lot in August 2020. After stealing the car, Vine drove to a gas station and robbed the attendant there. Fifteen minutes later he drove to another gas station and robbed it as well. He pleaded guilty at trial in May 2021. (Irving Weekly)Emergency officials are asking members of the public to be extra vigilant as the danger from wildfires increases. Emergency crews are monitoring conditions very closely through the weekend as dryness and increasing temperatures combine to create an elevated risk. Last week a fire damaging 600 acres was started by a chain being dragged behind a trailer. (NBC DFW) MacArthur High School grad, Sydnee Johnson, is making history as the only woman doing audio work for NFL Films. She learned her craft beginning at KMAC, the student-run broadcast at the high school. She went on to study at the University of North Texas in filmmaking. Though the industry is heavily male dominated, Johnson says that never slowed her down because she loves the work that she does. (Irving Weekly) The North Texas Road Rage Task force, made up of officers from Irving, Mesquite, Grand Prairie and Dallas and the Texas department of public safety, is looking to find ways to curb traffic incidents caused by road rage. Last month the group issued 333 citations for speeding, aggressive driving and driving under the influence. The group says that traffic accidents could be reduced if drivers just would slow down. (Fox 4 News) Today in Irving: Attend a parenting workshop today at noon put on by the Valley Ranch Islamic Center, 351 Ranchview Drive in Irving. Preparing family for Ramadan is on the agenda. This is a child-free event but babysitting is available. The link to register for babysitting services is here.Learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for women and girls today from noon to 3 p.m. at Brazilian Top Team Irving, 555 W. Airport Freeway, suite 160. The event is for beginners and no previous experience is necessary. There is no fee to attend but donations are accepted. Maybe you're ready for some music. Why not listen to the Sounds for Spring with the New Philharmonic Orchestra of Irving in concert today at 3:30 p.m. The event is being held at the Irving Arts Center, 3333 N. MacArthur Boulevard. Tickets are $25 for adults, $15 for seniors and $10 for students. From my notebook: If you've ever thought you'd like to start a community garden, the City of Irving has your back. It has developed a series of steps to take to create a shared garden in your neighborhood. These ten steps cover everything from organizing interested people to planning for children's participation and keeping in touch with members. (City of Irving) Be a part of training the next generation to restore and preserve public parks, green spaces and public lands with AmeriCorps in Irving. The Texas Conservation Corps Summer Youth Crew is looking for a team leader for the upcoming summer season. The job requires at least six months of prior conservation experience and a clean driving record. (Job Listing) 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] That's all for today Irving. Enjoy your Sunday and join me back here again on Monday to start the week with what's happening in Irving. —Merlin Douglass