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🌱Irving Marathon Today + Heritage Aquatic Center Closes For Repairs

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Posted Fri, Apr 1, 2022 at 1:24 pm CT|Updated Fri, Apr 1, 2022 at 4:27 pm CT

Hello, neighbors! Ash DeMello here with today's Irving Daily.

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and pleasant. High: 77 Low: 52.

Here are the top five stories in Irving today:

Does your garden need a boost? Irving's Hunter Ferrell Landfill is offering free mulch throughout the month of April. Head over to the site Wednesday through Saturday to grab your share, and remember to bring bags for easier transport or be ready with a truck. (Irving Weekly)
The Irving Marathon is this morning! Among the runners is a Dallas woman set to achieve her 1,000th marathon. Learn more about Angela Tortorice and her journey to this amazing accomplishment via KERA News.
Inspired by Angela's story (above)? Check out these fresh fitness events in the Dallas-Fort Worth area in April. Some possible options include a 3-mile Walk to End Lupus at River Legacy Parks in Arlington or a free class at SculptHouse in Inwood Village. Click over to the article to find out more details. (CultureMap Dallas)
'Fur babies' in the Irving area are awaiting adoptive homes. Meet Dorito and more at the Irving Patch.
Hope you weren't planning a swim at the Heritage Aquatic Center. The City of Irving reports that the facility is unexpectedly closed for repairs. There's no reopening date yet, but officials say all the right folks are working to get the pool fixed and ready for use.

Today in Irving:

Low Cost Vaccination Clinic for Cats & Dogs - The Irving Feed Store hosts a chance to get necessary care for your pet. Rabies, $15; typical annual vaccinations for a dog is $48; cats $29-44. No appointment necessary: first come, first serve. (9 a.m. - 4 p.m.)
Biking Safety: What You Need to Know - Register for a family-friendly instructional session at the South Irving Library. (10 a.m. - 11 a.m.)
Carrollton Spring Sip & Shop - Explore local vendors with a complimentary beverage in hand. Click the link for a list of participating shops. (11 a.m. - 1 p.m.)

From my notebook:

Plan ahead to avoid delays! Even if you're not running the Irving Marathon, it may block up streets in Las Colinas. Take a look at the route in case you need to adjust any travel plans.
Mark your calendars for the Irving Archives and Museum's Family Fun Day on Saturday, April 30. The free event is in celebration of the organization's incoming exhibition, ¡#Pleibol! In the Barrios and Big Leagues / En los barrios y las grandes ligas! (Instagram)

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'll see you soon.

— Ash DeMello