As North Texas residents grappled with the cold, they extended a helping hand to their neighbors.

 

This is an audio adaptation written, recorded and produced by me, based on reporting I did for the Dallas Observer. This episode also acts as Weekly Story Roundup No. 9 (2/16/21-2/19/21). You can find links to the stories below.

 

Music and photography by Jacob Vaughn

Co-produced by Music Mythology LLC

 

Dallas' Homeless Sheltered in Downtown Convention Center Amid Winter Storm

https://www.dallasobserver.com/news/people-experiencing-homelessness-housed-at-kay-bailey-convention-center-11987456

 

Lights Out: Texans Scramble to Stay Warm Amid Widespread Power Outages

https://www.dallasobserver.com/news/texans-scramble-as-powers-out-11987644

 

Dallas Residents Defy Winter Storm to Help Neighbors in Need

https://www.dallasobserver.com/news/dallas-residents-defy-winter-storm-to-help-neighbors-in-need-11988036

 

Boil Advisories, Busted Pipes and Low Pressure: Water Problems Hit North Texas After Storm

https://www.dallasobserver.com/news/winter-freeze-affects-texas-water-systems-11988309