Arlington boosts leaf collection efforts and reminds residents to keep yard waste separate from recycling, with additional routes from Republic Services to manage seasonal debris.

Grand Prairie offers Christmas tree recycling to residents. Trees can be dropped off at IKEA or the landfill from Dec 26 to Jan 11, 2026. Trees must be free of decorations for mulching. Curbside pickup is available, but less eco-friendly.

The article discusses Dallas's burgeoning hotel industry and the warm, hospitable nature of Texans, as showcased by the experiences of a TikToker named McKailyn and the viewpoint of Michele Wheeler from Jackson-Shaw.

Dallas and nearby cities adjust trash pickup schedules for the holiday season; services postponed by a day with city facilities closed, yet police and fire remain operational.

Dallas experienced the second-warmest Christmas on record, resulting in large crowds enjoying outdoor activities at Klyde Warren Park in shorts and t-shirts.

Fort Worth leaders and police surprised a boy with a new bike and additional gifts after theft, while OKC community raised funds to gift bikes to Salvation Army Angel Tree children.

Riley Dodge has left Southlake Carroll High School to join SMU as passing game coordinator and tight ends coach, after an impressive 108–10 record and accomplishments in high school coaching.

A ticket from a gas station in Cabot, Arkansas won the $1.817 billion Powerball jackpot, the second-largest in US history, with officials confirming the win post-Christmas Eve.

Frisco residents ran a Santa Run in memory of cyclists Scott Mages and Andrew Kocher, who died while cycling, emphasizing community and cycling safety.

Lake Worth Fire Department's B-Shift crew tested new training features, including a balcony for rapid descent and confined space exercises, which are crucial for their preparedness.

The Denton High School Cheer Team, praised by police, distributed 32 bags of necessities to the homeless, exceeding their initial goal in "Operation: Keep Denton Warm."

Arlington's Public Works Stormwater Maintenance Division and holiday interns cleaned up illegally dumped debris in Southeast Arlington, highlighting the importance of reporting and preventing such environmental infractions.

Mesquite Parks & Recreation has released its 2026 calendar of events promising diverse festivities, including cultural festivals and family carnivals, aimed at fostering community engagement and excitement.