The Argyle Police Department encourages residents to safely dispose of expired medications on #TakeBackDay, emphasizing community safety and environmental protection.

The Fort Worth Transportation & Public Works Department won the Gold Award from the Texas American Planning Association for the East Berry Corridor Plan.

Fort Worth has introduced new bike patrols in Near South and Stockyards entertainment districts for increased safety, with funding from the FY2025 CCPD budget. The teams will increase visibility and responsiveness to calls for service.

The Tarrant County Sheriff's Office is hosting a family-friendly Halloween event on October 26, 2024, with activities like candy, a cake walk, and games.

Fort Worth celebrated the groundbreaking of the new Fire Department Station 16 with community members and city officials in attendance, highlighting local support and the station's role in enhancing neighborhood safety.

Mansfield marks October as Pit Bull Awareness Month, aiming to overcome negative stereotypes and promote adoption of pit bulls, with education on the breed's positive traits and efforts to reduce high shelter intake and euthanasia rates.

Mansfield, Texas, celebrated its "Haunt the Block" event with family-friendly activities like Dia de Los Muertos, Trail-o-ween, and trick-or-treating. The city provided logistics info on parking and street closures for attendees.

The DeSoto Police Department reported on social media about 16 impounded animals, urging owners to visit Tri-City Animal Shelter to identify and retrieve their pets.

Rockwall County prepares for elections, offering an online tool with a map and wait times for voting locations. Early voting begins October 21; Election Day is November 5.

Lewisville is holding a meeting to discuss traffic calming on King Arthur Boulevard. Residents can attend, review the draft plan, and provide input on the project.

The Arlington Public Library has launched a Spice Club, providing free monthly spice kits with a "one per household" policy for adults 18+, on a first-come, first-serve basis.

The Irving Police Department held its annual Illuminate Irving event, a tribute to domestic violence victims, involving the community in floating lanterns on Lake Carolyn in remembrance and support.

The Duncanville Police Department's Halloween Open House aims to combine fun and safety awareness for families, with games, treats, and a costume contest on October 26.