🌱 Meals For The Minds In Dallas + Electric Scooters And Bikes Return

Hi all. I'm back in your inbox this morning with your new edition of the Dallas Patch newsletter. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening in town today.

But first, today's weather:

A t-shower in the afternoon. High: 83 Low: 67.

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Here are the top three stories today in Dallas:

1. On Monday, May 22, a controversial plan resurfaced at Dallas City Hall that focuses on renovating the former University General Hospital building to become a home for formerly homeless people. This 12-acre site sits directly beside a public library that's connected to an elementary school, so many residents, neighbors, and community leaders have voiced their opposition to setting this initiative in motion. However, city officials claim this would not serve as a homeless shelter, but rather just a way to provide more permanent housing units for those looking to get back on their feet. (NBC-DFW)
2. On Wednesday, May 31, Metrocare Services is inviting residents to celebrate their 14th Annual Meals for the Minds event at the Hilton Anatole. The event will feature an informative conversation with renowned actress, author, and philanthropist, Holly Robinson Peete. Click here to register. (NBC-DFW)
3. The City of Dallas announced it will officially be re-launching its shared dockless vehicle program, which will bring back scooters and bikes. According to a memo from the city, a soft launch of the shared scooter and bike program will occur on Wednesday, May 24, but the official launch won't take place until the following week. This program makes a return after it was stopped two years ago due to safety concerns that had been brought up by local businesses and the Dallas Police Department. (Dallas Innovates)

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Today in Dallas:

• Piano in the Park at Klyde Warren Park (10:00 AM)
• Madaraka Festival at House of Blues Dallas (6:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Residents can engage in summer fun with the iconic Omni Dallas Hotel, which has listed its upcoming activities here, including the Summer Series of Movies on Pegasus Lawn. On May 27, the hotel will be screening Finding Dory. (Paper City Magazine)
• Crescent Estates Custom Homes is closing in on the completion of their latest round of building large and stunning single-family homes in Dallas' Maple District. Each of the homes features everything from spacious open floor plans to remarkable hardwood flooring, soaring ceilings, and a gourmet kitchen that includes stainless steel appliances and luxury finishes. The building's final touches are underway and the homes are set to be completed by next month, according to the listing agent. (Candy's Dirt)
• Texas ranked as fourth highest on Lawn Love's 2023 edition of "Best States for Beekeeping," as well as earned the third-highest in honey production value. The other three states that ranked ahead of Texas include North Dakota, New York, and California taking the top spot. If you're interested in reading the full report, visit here. (CultureMap - Austin)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Wednesday. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow morning with a new update!

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.