The Dallas Office of Homeless Solutions is seeking donations to meet their 1,000 winter coat goal, urging community support as they are 600 coats short ahead of the December 31 deadline.

Kaufman County offices will close early on December 20 and 31 for the holidays and reopen on December 26 and January 2, respectively. Residents should complete necessary county business beforehand.

The White Settlement Police Department promotes their "Home for the Holidays" event, urging locals to foster shelter pets over Christmas. Interested parties should contact the shelter to participate.

The White Settlement Police Department is running a Spanish-Speaking Citizens Police Academy to engage local Spanish-speaking residents in law enforcement processes.

The Tarrant County Sheriff's Office held the 7th Annual Sheriff's Christmas for the Kids, aiding children of the incarcerated with The Potter's House of Fort Worth's support.

Officer Jacob Candanoza of Terrell, Texas will have his funeral with municipal services closed in his honor, and a community fundraiser planned to support his family.

The Arlington Police Department's Santa Cops program delivered gifts to 600 children and hosted a celebration with music, photos with Santa, and gratitude for community support and partnership.

The Polar Express Christmas Event in White Settlement was a success despite bad weather, with photographs by Derek Staine highlighting the festivities.

Arlington Parks and Recreation hosts the annual 2025 Sweetheart Dance on February 15th at the Bob Duncan Center, offering dancing, desserts, and a chance to connect.

Mayor Michael Evans and Mansfield staff participate in the Salvation Army Mayoral Challenge, aiming to win a trophy by outdoing neighboring cities in fundraising.

The Ellis County SPCA is reopening after a temporary closure due to a health scare, having taken quick precautionary measures which resulted in all tests coming back negative for the infectious disease.

The Grand Prairie Police Department spread holiday cheer to over 300 families through their Santa Cop event, which involved gift distributions and festive decorations, supported by community contributors.

The S.M. Wright Foundation's Christmas in the Park event at Fair Park provided 25,000 needy Dallas-area kids and families with toys, clothes, and meals.