Mesquite will host a Patriot Day ceremony at Freedom Park on Sept. 11 to honor 9/11 victims, featuring memorials, honor guards, and local school performances.

Denton Fire Department achieved full CAAS accreditation, confirming high-quality emergency care and becoming one of 34 fire departments in the US and Canada with this distinction.

The latest issue of "Off the Shelf," detailing Garland Public Library's fall events, is now available in print and online for September through November 2025.

Fort Worth invites residents to join the Neighborhood Litter Stomp on October 11 to clean public spaces, promoting community pride and environmental care, with free T-shirts and supplies for volunteers.

Arlington Water Utilities is holding a mini poster contest for local students to express the importance of water through art, with prizes for winners.

I-35E Southbound in Lewisville experienced delays due to a major accident, with all lanes closed for cleanup. Traffic backed up for hours; lanes have reopened.

Levitt Pavilion Arlington announces its fall 2025 concert series starting Labor Day weekend with free live music, including Grammy-winning acts, and various themed nights like "Steins Under the Stars."

Denton County's FY 2025-2026 budget proposes a 5% property tax increase, affecting new and existing properties, and invites residents to a public hearing on September 9.

Waxahachie celebrated its 175th anniversary at Railyard Park, with residents and officials reflecting on its history and culture, fostering community and a vision for the future.

The FBI Dallas office announced the arrest of Cindy Rodriguez Singh, formerly on their Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list, and encouraged public assistance to capture the rest.

Dallas is not closing all its pools, but three due to low use and high maintenance costs, says Park and Recreation rep Rudy Karimi, awaiting City Council's decision.

The article discusses Arlington's 4th Annual #SaveTheTacos contest where 24 restaurants compete to create Arlington's Favorite Taco. The contest runs from August 19 to September 30 and aims to encourage the use of paid time off.

Dallas Police cracked down on a street takeover, arresting Alfred Jenkins and Jose Leyba, issuing 30 citations, and impounding 12 e-bikes and dirt bikes for reckless stunts and traffic violations.