Lewisville is improving College Parkway, with SAZ Infrastructure working on the eastbound section from Garden Ridge Blvd. to Cimmaron Strip Rd. Expect lane closures until mid-January. Contact the Street Division at 972.219.3510 for concerns.

The Dallas City Council has approved an AI initiative for waste management, using AI-enabled cameras on trash trucks to monitor and optimize city cleanliness and operations.

Artist Eliana Davila and volunteers transformed a 500-foot wall in Garland into a mural, fostering community unity as part of the "Where the Heart Is" program.

Fort Worth City Council approved a new ordinance for enhanced stormwater management, which requires maintaining valley storage in floodplains starting February 1, 2026, to mitigate flood and erosion issues.

Arlington completed a $9.5 million Sublett Road reconstruction to improve safety and mobility, adding lanes, bike paths, and sidewalks. Funded by bonds, the project reflects ongoing infrastructure investments.

A $9M, 45,000-sq-ft Bellaire Food District is planned for 9229 Bellaire Blvd in Houston's Asiatown, with construction slated for 2026–27.

Fort Worth ISD placed a North Side High staff member on administrative leave after an online post alleged inappropriate communication. The district and police say an investigation is underway.

Cannon Beach, a $200M surf‑and‑adventure resort, will break ground in McKinney next Monday — a 35‑acre development built around a surf lagoon, hotel and entertainment venues.

Fort Worth approved about $47.2M to widen and upgrade far‑north roads, including Avondale‑Haslet. Construction is slated to start in February 2026.

Damon Johnson was sentenced to over 16 years for a violent bank robbery in Garland, Texas, with a notable criminal background influencing the judge's decision.

The article highlights various volunteer and donation opportunities in Denton during the holiday season, emphasizing community involvement in supporting those in need.

City News recounts Fort Worth's history of Christmas celebrations, tracking its evolution from a single tree in 1947 to today's 80-foot spruces and sparkling downtown adorned with festive lights and decorations.

Arlington celebrated the holiday season with a record attendance at the Mayor’s Holiday Luncheon, featuring food by Spring Creek BBQ and performances by local talent.