🌱 Warming Shelter Locations In Dallas + Must-See Christmas Lights

Hello, everybody. It's me, Nicole Fallon-Peek, your host of the Dallas Daily — back in your inbox with all the most important things happening in the community.

But first, today's weather:

Breezy and much colder. High: 23 Low: 21.

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Here are the top 3 stories today in Dallas:

1. As the temperature continues to drop in Dallas, it's important to make sure you stay warm. Sub-freezing temperatures can be dangerous for those who don't have access to a warm shelter or for those who experience power outages in bad weather. For those looking for shelter, visit the Austin Street Shelter Annex, Oak Lawn United Methodist Church, Warren United Methodist Church, or J. Erik Jonsson Central Library. (CW33 Dallas)
2. A Dallas man was reunited with Snow, his 16-foot pet python, after it had been missing for months. According to the Dallas snake owner, he had been visiting Austin when someone broke into his car and stole the bag containing the python. Months later, Austin residents reported it to the Austin Animal Center and the snake and owner were reunited. (FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth)
3. If you're still looking to see Christmas lights around the Dallas area, you're in luck. Dallas Innovates has put together a comprehensive list of the best places to see lights this holiday weekend. They've listed both walkable and drivable options so that you can stay warm inside your vehicle during the cold front coming this weekend. (dallasinnovates.com)

Today in Dallas:

• Toddler Storytime At Dallas Public Library (10:30 AM)
• Food Drive At Deerpath Shopping Center (1:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Dallas Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating critical missing person Lawrence Edward Williams. On Dec. 22, 2022, at about 2:30 a.m., Williams was seen leaving the 2400 block of Matland Drive driving his vehicle, a black Ford pickup truck with Texas License Plate #BF47949. He may be in need of assistance. Persons with information are asked to call the police department at 911 or (214) 671-4268. Please reference case number 227905-2022. (Dallas Police Department via Facebook)
• Some dogs have been at the Dallas Animal Services and Adoption Center for a long time, and they need the most help. Right now, adoptions are still free! If you’ve been thinking about fostering for a while, consider fostering one of their available animals. (Dallas Animal Services and Adoption Center via Facebook)
• The DFW Airport has been monitoring this week’s forecast and has made preparations for subfreezing temperatures. They expect a busy week ahead of the holiday weekend, and caution that customers should be prepared for cold temperatures and dress appropriately.
  Customers who will be utilizing any of the airport shuttles should be aware that the shuttles will spend extra time at each stop so customers can choose to wait inside to avoid the cold temperatures. (DFW Airport via Facebook)

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That's it for today. 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.