Arlington's homeless population is using Arlington Life Shelter, The Salvation Army, and public libraries as cooling stations during the summer heat. These locations offer air-conditioning, hydration, and operating hours for relief.

White Settlement celebrated the Great American Cleanup with volunteers cleaning a local waterway and the Native Plant Society hosting a Mother's Day Plant Giveaway. The city praised the community effort on Facebook.

The White Settlement Museum's 2nd Annual Walk Through History featured re-enactments and interactive exhibits, drawing community engagement and offering an active learning experience of history.

A tractor from Mansfield Parks & Recreation earned an honorable mention at a local car show, celebrating vehicles that contribute to city maintenance alongside classic and contemporary cars.

The Collin County Sheriff's Office celebrated National Corrections Week 2025 by honoring staff with events and expressions of gratitude for their service.

Rockwall County is planning to modernize its Sheriff's Office, using ARPA funds. A public workshop is scheduled for May 13 to gather input on the project, which will upgrade facilities without needing loans or tax increases.

Lewisville hosts Fiesta Charra, a cultural event with Mexican rodeo activities, shows, contests, dance performances, and more, on May 25 at Bill Weaver Arena. Event is free with $10 parking; no outside food or pets on shuttles allowed.

Lewisville joins the ICMA 2025 Economic Mobility Cohort to boost residents' upward mobility, focusing on key areas like housing affordability, with a $20,000 grant for community assessments.

The Spring Centennial Passport program in Lewisville allows residents to explore 44 local spots using an app, with check-ins earning prizes and deals. Participants have three weeks left to engage in the city's 100th-year celebration activities.

Lewisville Public Library offers various activities, including a teen e-Stress Fest, adult paper wreath crafting, Storytime at Dragon Park, and a Feel Good Fridays Dopamine Menu event.

Lewisville announces a Centennial Picnic on May 17 to mark the city's 100th anniversary, featuring local history, live music, food, and children's activities at Memorial Park and Thrive.

Fort Worth's Park & Recreation Department is working with new contractors to manage overgrown medians and parkways by mowing, edging grass, and picking up litter.

Arlington Water Utilities invites the public to a meeting on May 15 about the Shadow Drive Sanitary Sewer Main Replacement Project and its environmental impact, costing $10 million with potential savings via a state loan.