🌱 Officer-Involved Shooting + Dallas Water Utilities Pilot Project

Good morning, Dallas. I'm here in your inbox today to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town.

But first, today's weather:

Hot with plenty of sun. High: 105 Low: 83.

Here are the top three stories today in Dallas:

1. Dallas police are conducting an investigation into a shooting incident involving a police officer that occurred in Southeast Dallas on Wednesday. The incident happened near the Red Crown Inn along CF Hawn Freeway, and a portion of the scene has been taped off for investigation. As of now, no additional information has been released by the police, including details about injuries or the current situation, and the westbound service road is closed as of Aug. 2 as the investigation continues. (NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth)
2. Dallas Water Utilities is testing a novel approach to stormwater and floodplain management through a pilot project that employs goats for vegetation control. The goats, known for their effective foraging abilities, are being used in an area of East Dallas to clear vegetation in a creekbed, improving stormwater flow and reducing fire risks. The city is assessing the results with the goal of expanding this environmentally friendly program citywide, potentially replacing traditional methods involving chemicals and manual labor. (WFAA.com)
3. A tanker truck carrying unleaded fuel overturned and caught fire after a crash on US-75 in nearby Plano, causing a vehicle fire that burned for at least eight hours as of Aug. 2. The crash involved three other vehicles, with two individuals sustaining injuries expected to recover. The Plano Fire Department managed the situation and waited for the flames to subside before cleanup due to safety concerns. (NBC 5 Dallas-Forth Worth)

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Today in Dallas:

Thursday, August 3

• Summer Lunch For Kids At Dallas West Branch Library (12:00 PM)
• Thomas Rhett: Home Team Tour At American Airlines Center (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Are you looking to fill your social calendar this weekend? Check out the list of events happening in and around Dallas this weekend at the link! (Local Profile)
• The new Bachman Lake Aquatic Center in Dallas offers a range of amenities, including a lazy river, children's play area, lap pool, rock climbing wall, and more. The center also provides swim lessons, water fitness, and scholarships for youth in need, and it's open daily with admission fees of $4 per session. (CW33 Dallas)
• Thinking of dipping your toes into the housing market? Check out the list of open houses happening this week in the Dallas area at the link. (Dallas Patch)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Thursday off right! I'll see you around.

— 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.