Fort Worth City Council approved a new ordinance for enhanced stormwater management, which requires maintaining valley storage in floodplains starting February 1, 2026, to mitigate flood and erosion issues.

The White Settlement Fire Department is seeking donations for their coat drive to help children in Tarrant County before winter. Donations can be made until December 10th at Fire Station 18.

Burleson Police in Texas are hosting an event titled “Protecting Our Kids in a Digital World” to educate on the risks of predators, scammers, and bullies in the digital space, and to provide practical safety measures for children online.

ERCOT signed off on a roughly $9 billion kickoff to a statewide plan to build 765‑kV transmission lines meant to ease congestion and meet surging demand. The decision begins a multiyear push that planners say could reshape how power moves across Texas.

The article highlights various volunteer and donation opportunities in Denton during the holiday season, emphasizing community involvement in supporting those in need.

Good Samaritans of Garland received keys to the former Walnut Creek Branch Library to convert it into a food distribution center, reflecting their expanding service needs and collaboration with the City of Garland.

The Dallas Cowboys game against the Kansas City Chiefs on Thanksgiving broke NFL viewership records with 57.2 million viewers, surpassing the previous year's high. Digital engagement also saw a significant increase.

Fort Worth Police Department announces its annual Toy Drive, inviting community members to donate new toys for children in need during the holiday season.

Collin County DA's office highlights rehabilitation efforts in justice system, offering insights on appeals, expunctions, and programs like the "Burden-to-Blessing" and Opioid Treatment initiatives during Citizen Prosecutor Academy sessions.

Teen Game Night in White Settlement is rescheduled to December 15 to avoid election conflict, featuring Festive Movie Bingo with "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer."

The Lewisville Police Department is offering free monthly Child Safety Seat Clinics with certified technicians to help ensure proper car seat installation. Open to all by appointment, with the next session on December 29.

The White Settlement Fire Department is conducting the Little Coats, Big Hearts Coat Drive, collecting coats and winter gear for children in Tarrant County until December 10.

White Settlement celebrated its "Light the Night" Christmas Parade, with the local police engaging the community and ensuring safety, bolstered by festive floats and bands. The event was supported by city departments and documented with photos.