Denton County ESD #1 invites the community to its Board Meetings for discussing fire protection and emergency services in areas like Argyle and Northlake. The next meeting is on January 16 at Station 511.

Everman Water Department will perform water main repairs on Wednesday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., affecting several streets. Water will be temporarily shut off in the area during repairs.

The Arlington Public Library now offers scanning, copying, and faxing services, with machine access at each branch, including three at the Downtown Library.

Arlington extends its Emergency Weather Shelter program due to cold forecasts, providing refuges for the homeless at Arlington Life Shelter, The Salvation Army, and various warming locations, including libraries and an animal shelter.

Lewisville celebrates its centennial with a new marker on its Heritage Walk, reflecting on the city's history at a public event at Wayne Ferguson Plaza.

Denton is set to discuss revisions to its animal service regulations in a public hearing, aligning with its 2040 Plan, with possible penalties for violations.

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.

The Dallas Office of Homeless Solutions is closing its Temporary Inclement Weather Shelter due to improved conditions, but remains ready to reopen if necessary.

Grand Prairie Animal Services offers custom Valentines from adoptable pets, including a photo, note, and pawprint for $10, with proceeds going to their Animal Welfare Fund.

The 7th Annual Fish Creek Cleanup Challenge invites volunteers to help remove trash from a local waterway on January 25th in Arlington and Grand Prairie.

The Tarrant County Tax Office reminds residents to pay their 2024 property taxes by January 31, 2025, to avoid penalties, and suggests using online payment for convenience.