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The White Settlement Public Library is hosting a teen origami event on January 27 to create DIY fortune cookies, with materials provided. Sign-up is encouraged.
The Denton County Sheriff's Office is offering a free self-defense class for women 15 and older on February 22, 2025, at the main courthouse. Registration is required via email.
Cedar Hill, Texas, is implementing a local ordinance to limit truck traffic in specific areas, with the police department detailing a three-phase plan for enforcement and public education.
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The Dallas Police Department commemorated Officer W. Roy Thornton, who was killed in the line of duty in 1916, reaffirming a commitment to honor his sacrifice.
The Office of Homeless Solutions in Dallas provides shelters for the homeless during a cold snap, with the TIWS program active when temperatures drop below safety thresholds.
The Fort Worth Public Library has launched the Fun Tracker program to integrate cultural events with library activities, including seasonal challenges and book-related celebrations.
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The Irving Police located Kristal Anderson, a previously missing endangered person, with the help of community vigilance, as announced on their social media page.
The Lewisville Public Library offers January activities including Family Craft Night and meditation sessions, and hosts a pre-release party for "Onyx Storm."
Dallas prepares for severe weather with a comprehensive safety plan involving multiple city departments and offers a virtual press briefing with Spanish translation.
The White Settlement Book Club has announced its 2025 reading list and invites members to join monthly discussions at the local library, with accessible copies through interlibrary loan and Libby.
The City of Dallas is preparing for icy conditions by treating roads with brine, salt, and sand to ensure safe driving over bridges and intersections.
The MyFW app helps Fort Worth residents report emergencies during severe weather, providing a direct line to city officials. It includes new service request options for issues like "Clogged Inlet/Storm Drain Emergency."
A man brandishing a gun led to a Dallas police-involved shooting on Joaquin Drive; he remains hospitalized in critical condition. Investigations are ongoing.
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