Lewisville Public Library offers events for all ages, including de-stressing for teens, a writers group, and an outdoor storytime. The library will be closed on December 17-18 for HVAC work.

The City of Dallas' HCE provides resources for food, housing, healthcare, and emergency alerts and hosts events to support and engage the community during the holiday season.

The City of Dallas advises citizens to help the homeless by using outreach teams instead of giving direct aid, promoting long-term solutions like shelter and healthcare by contacting 311.

Grand Prairie plans for a new community, Lakesong, on 2,700 acres with 5,000 homes, amenities, and commercial spaces, with Phase 1 construction started and first residents expected by 2027.

White Settlement's annual Polar Express Movie Night will be held at the local recreation center on December 19, offering a winter-themed movie viewing, hot cocoa, and snacks for the community.

Harmony School of Innovation students displayed their STEM projects at a festival, earning praise from attendees including police and local leaders for their ingenuity and potential in science and technology.

Burleson, Texas police officers and firefighters partnered with Target for a "Heroes & Helpers" event, shopping with local children to foster community relations and spread holiday cheer.

Dispatcher Kelcey Jenkins of the North Texas Emergency Communications Center passed away, deeply mourned by the Coppell community and police department.

The Garland Police Department is increasing DWI enforcement from Dec 12 to Jan 1, reminding the public of severe penalties and advocating for responsible driving during holidays.

The Atrium in Garland, Texas, will host the annual Quinceañera Fair on February 21, 2026, featuring various vendors for event planning, with free admission and parking.

Dallas Animal Services hosts "Calming the Canines" on New Year's Eve to ease shelter animals' anxiety from fireworks, with community members invited to comfort pets.

The Duncanville Police Department organizes a "Santa Cop Toy Drive" in partnership with Chick-fil-A to collect toys for children in need during the festive season.

The White Settlement Fire Department's "Little Coats, Big Hearts" coat drive is ending, inviting last donations of winter clothing for local children. The community is thanked for their contributions made at Fire Station 18.