1. Dallas lawyer Dan Morenoff will challenge Republican Jason Villalba’s re-election to House District 114 (Lake Highlands and North Dallas) in the March 1 primary, according to a post on the Trailblazers blog.
2. Cucumbers have been linked to illness and death in many states, including Texas, according to an NBC5 report. Andrew and Williamson Fresh Produce cucumbers are sold to wholesalers and retailers around Texas, according to a statement from the company.
3. The Dallas Police Department issued a warning via its dpdbeat.com blog about emails that appear to be from Chief David O. Brown. “These emails are fraudulent and should not be replied to,” police note.
4. Photographer Andy Jacobsohn’s take on White Rock Lake’s Katie the swan graces the Dallas Morning News website this week. It’s worth a click.