Dallas Police Department's Office of Community Affairs hosted the fifth annual Christmas Food Giveaway at Paul Quinn College, providing meals for over 2,000 families in need during the holiday season.

The Arlington Public Library's Spice Club will focus on chocolate for their December event, offering free take-and-make kits on a first-come basis to adults for culinary exploration.

Mansfield city offices will close on Dec. 24-25, but trash and recycling services will continue. The library and activities center will also close, while utility payments can still be made online or via City Hall's drop box.

The Mansfield Animal Shelter in Texas is running a half-price adoption event to find homes for pets during the holiday season and prepare for new arrivals.

The 2024 Mayor's Neighborhood Awards deadline in Fort Worth has been extended for community contributions recognition. Categories include civic engagement and a new veterans' service award. Applications are due by Jan 2, 2025.

Dornecia Manning named Dallas County Law Enforcement Employee of the Year for 2024, celebrated by the Sheriff's Department.

Frisco city schedules will be altered for the holidays, with closures of facilities and delayed waste collection services; the library's book return will remain open.

New eateries and city updates are coming to Euless, including a new fire station and renovations for public service facilities. A Town Hall meeting will engage residents in the city’s development.

Lewisville releases a range of centennial merchandise including mugs, T-shirts, hats, and pet bowls, available at the Visitor Information Center, Thrive, and the Public Library.

The City of Garland has announced modified hours for city facilities and services during the Christmas and New Year holidays with closures on certain dates and a schedule for waste services.

Arlington offers a Christmas tree recycling program with two drop-off locations available from Dec. 26, 2024, to Jan. 15, 2025, to turn trees into free mulch.

The city of Arlington releases an updated "Ask Arlington" app with improved features and accessibility in both English and Spanish to streamline city service requests.

Dallas Love Field Airport implements JetWind Power's energy-capturing pods after a successful two-year test to convert aircraft-generated wind into sustainable energy.