The FWPD honored fallen officer William J. Courtney, who died in 1938, in a social media post remembering his service and sacrifice.

Gwen, a 50-pound pit mix, is up for adoption in Mansfield, Texas. Described as laid-back and perfect for a quiet home, she is not suitable for homes with cats. The local police department shared her adoption details on Facebook.

The Read Play Talk Fair in Mesquite celebrated community engagement, featuring local police participation, and focused on the importance of early childhood literacy.

Heather Harper Ellett is hosting a workshop at Fort Worth Public Library-Ridglea to help maintain creativity during tough times, with a focus on narrative therapy and neuropsychology.

Fort Worth introduces the new Downtown Express Library in City Hall, offering over 800 titles, digital access to the full catalog, free WiFi, and a self-service checkout. Open house on March 29 will showcase these features.

Fort Worth introduces a Community Intake Program aimed at reducing pet surrenders, requiring appointments before surrender and offering support to keep pets with their owners.

Families enjoyed the Northwest Spring Carnival, with activities like emergency vehicle exploration, horse petting, bike rodeo with helmet giveaway, and age-segmented Easter egg hunts. The event combined fun with educational content like bike safety.

Lewisville seeks volunteers for ColorPalooza, an event celebrating spring and community on April 27 at Wayne Ferguson Plaza featuring interactive activities aimed at creativity and environmental stewardship.

Garland seeks volunteers for its third annual Duck Creek Cleanup on May 4th to clear litter from local parks and waterways, with a communal lunch after.

Carrollton invites residents to participate in shaping the city's future by giving feedback for the Destination 2040 plan at upcoming public sessions.

The Carrollton Health & Safety Fair at Standridge Stadium offers free CPR training, fitness challenges, health screenings, and food on March 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Dallas Animal Services is rebranding to Pet Resource Center, improving operations, hiring for key positions, and encouraging staff to maintain safety protocols.

The article discusses International Read to Me Day and highlights the importance of reading to children, as well as the Grapevine Police's after-school reading program that supports literacy.