Officer Sherwood joins Ben Harmon High as a School Resource Officer, initiating a program to mentor students and improve perceptions of law enforcement.

The City of Mesquite's Movies in the Park event on September 14 at Rorie-Galloway Day Camp will feature outdoor movies, free admission, games, face painting, local food trucks, and popcorn sales benefiting the Boy Scouts of America.

Southbound I-35W lanes at Altamesa Blvd were closed due to a vehicle fire, causing major delays, with traffic diverted to I-20. The Fort Worth PD has not reported on the fire's cause or any injuries.

Arlington's proposed $722 million FY2025 budget will be discussed in town hall meetings, focusing on cost-saving measures and improvements in city services.

Fort Worth's Amplify 817 Showcase offers a free concert featuring local talent on Aug. 17, aligning with a program that supports musicians. More info at FortWorthTexas.gov.

White Settlement Rec Center is hosting a family-friendly movie night with "Luca," crafts, and snacks. Attendees under 12 get a free SplashDayz Waterpark ticket.

The Arlington TX Library’s Southwest Branch has completed its carpet renovations and will reopen to the public on August 12, 2024, resuming regular hours.

Firefighting teams extinguished a two-alarm commercial fire at SH 199 and Newsome Mound Rd., with no reported injuries and the cause under investigation.

Lewisville invites residents to contribute ideas for a new sculpture at the Tittle McFadden Public Safety Center. Artist Blessing Hancock leads the effort, blending public input into the design. Submissions are accepted online until August 12.

The Dallas Park and Recreation department announces August events and programs to keep residents active, including park clean-ups, concerts, and movie screenings, promoted through their newsletter and social media.

Brandi Vineyard of WEST COMM Dispatch Center attends a national public safety communications conference to discuss and explore advancements in emergency response protocols and technologies.

The Dallas Police seek public help to identify a robbery suspect from an August 2 incident at a gas station on Lake June Road, as per a report by DPD Beat.

The Mesquite Citizen's Police Academy Alumni Association honors an Officer and Civilian of the Month from the local police department, recognizing their contributions to the community.