“A Mistake Was Made” — State Rep. Joe Driver, Ctd.

Let’s tie two posts together in one package. Craig Murphy, the political consultant who helped with this, well, he also helped with this. And this.

Things to Do in Dallas Tonight: Sept. 29

It’s roughly midday Wednesday, and though making it this far is a triumph to be proud of, you might need a few near-term pick-me-ups to get you to the weekend. Some of you will benefit from buying new jewelry (if that’s you, check out Raya’s latest finds on the Dallas shopping blog). But you know what helps me? Dog agility shows. And you know where you can see one today at noon, 1, and 2 p.m.? Fair Park. Thank you for the hookup, State Fair of Texas.

Good boy! Or girl!

For the sports fans out there, we have a Rangers game and a Hardline broadcast and Cowboys ticket giveaway at the Library Bar. However, in light of this glorious weather, you might be interested in seeing Two Gentlemen of Verona at Samuell-Grand Park.

Two concerts tonight are worth noting: Guided By Voices at Palladium Ballroom and Cocorosie at the Granada. I’m torn here. On the one hand, I can personally vouch for Guided By Voices. They’re amazing live, and though you may be partially deafened for a day or two afterwards, the good vibes you’ll get from the crowd are worth it. On the other hand, CocoRosie sounds a bit like a bee and a mosquito trying to have a conversation—but in a good way. Choices, choices.

We’ve unearthed tons of other things to do in Dallas. Happy hunting, and have a great night.

Leading Off (9/29/10)

1. The Wall Street Journal brings us the story of Stephen Brodie, a deaf man wrongfully convicted of a sexual assault 20 years ago. He was set free yesterday thanks to the work of DA Craig Watkins’ Conviction Integrity Unit. You know who found the timing of that release a bit suspicious? Watkins’ opponent, Danny Clancy. He told the WSJ, “I certainly wouldn’t put it past them based on their recent attacks on us to be rolling this out now for their own political gain.” Watkins’ spokesman, Eric Celeste, called Clancy’s remarks “absurd.” Five points off for word choice. That was a perfect opportunity for Celeste to get the word “poppycock” into the WSJ, and he blew it.

2. Speaking of Danny Clancy, yesterday I posted his first campaign commercial. Longtime FrontBurnervian David Burrows noticed that the commercial resembled some others he’s seen on TV recently. Take a look at this bit of genius Photoshop. Ten points for Mr. Burrows for his extracurricular work. Splendid.

3. We should find out today whether DISD Superindentant Michael Hinojosa will take that Vegas job. Yesterday, at a state of the district speech, referring to a three-year contract extension he’s been offered to stay, he said, “I don’t know what’s going to happen in the next 24 to 30 hours, but I was very pleased to get the contract extension and, by God, I might just take it. I love this job. I’m very proud to be here. I’m not anxious to leave Texas.” Mark it down: he will take the Vegas job if it’s offered to him. You can wait to see, but I’ll take my 15-point score right now.

4. Oh, and if you haven’t already heard, Fox cancelled Lone Star after just two episodes. I didn’t see either episode, so I’m not prepared to score this one.