🌱 The State Fair Of Texas Kicks Off + 1600 Pounds Of School Supplies

Good morning, neighbors! It's me, Nicole Fallon-Peek, your host of the Daily. Here's all the local news you need to know right now.

But first, today's weather:

Plenty of sunshine. High: 85 Low: 57.

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Here are the top three stories in Dallas today:

1. The State Fair of Texas is officially underway! This year, there is a new weather alert system, a 2022 Celebrity Chef Kitchen, and the Mavs Vault. Regular fair admission prices depend on the day but typically range between $15 and $25. Click for a list of must-try fair foods. (AXIOS)
2. The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas has published a report that states that Texas' economy is slowing. The state's lack of employment growth, increase in unemployment, and stagnant wages are all signs of the economy slowing down. The report was written by the Dallas Fed's vice president and senior economist Pia Orrenius. (Texas Tribune)
3. The Dallas Regional Medical Center has donated 1,600 pounds of school supplies this year to local students. That is 750 pounds more than the center donated last year. The school supplies were donated through the center's fourth annual Stuff the Bus event. (Star Local Media)

Today in Dallas:

• State Fair Of Texas At Dallas Fair Park (All Day)
• Tax Assistance: Free Tax Help At The Hampton-Illinois Branch Library (All Day)
• Walk To End Alzheimer's At Texas Live, Arlington (8:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• The Dallas Cowboys will be playing the Washington Commanders on Sunday at noon at AT&T Stadium. Click for viewing information. (Dallas Cowboys)
• Are you searching for a new job or considering a career change? The City of Dallas is currently hiring. Click to view open positions. (City of Dallas)
• Samuell Farm will be hosting an outdoor screening of Hocus Pocus on Friday, Oct. 21 at 7:00 p.m. Concessions will become available at 6:30 p.m. (Dallas Parks)

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That's it for today. See you all Monday for another 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.