Arlington City Hall hosts the iconic Vandergriff Poinsettia Tree, a longstanding local Christmas tradition, returning to public viewing to continue the Vandergriff family's legacy of holiday cheer.

The Arlington Public Library has added 204 new read-along e-books for children, funded by a $2,500 Texas Book Festival grant, to enhance literacy and accessibility.

The Lights at Interlochen in Arlington, Texas, celebrates its 50th year with holiday displays running from December 13 to Christmas Day, attracting over 100,000 visitors.

The Texas Tech University System ordered a new sign-off process for course material on race, gender and sexual orientation; unapproved content can be removed and faculty could face discipline. The change affects the system’s five campuses as instructors prepare for spring.

Midlothian, Texas announces its tree lighting event on December 1, including a toy drive and various activities, fostering holiday spirit and community warmth.

Euless Family Life Center offers a Winter Break Camp for children aged 7-12, featuring games, crafts, and swimming. The program runs on select dates during the winter holiday and costs $40-$50 per day. Registration is in-person.

Deadline announced for HEB Chamber's Youth in Government program applications for high school juniors and seniors in Hurst, Euless, and Bedford; application due December 2.

Euless prepares for its 31st Annual Parade of Lights on December 6th, themed "Classic Christmas Movies," featuring illuminated floats along Midway Dr. from 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Euless is celebrating the 15th anniversary of its Senior Center on December 5, with a free brunch for members, requiring registration and membership.

Euless encourages residents to recycle Christmas trees for mulching; trees are accepted at the Family Life Center until Jan 10, with a public mulching demo on Jan 10.

The Euless Family Life Senior Center is offering festive activities for seniors, including a zoo visit, Christmas potluck, and a New Year's Eve celebration. Registration and membership are required.

Dallas police now have access to hundreds of license‑plate reading cameras after a new multi‑million dollar contract — the tech helps investigators but has privacy advocates on edge. Here’s what the city bought and why people are worried.

Euless Animal Services has many dogs and cats available for adoption or fostering during the holiday season, offering training and resources for volunteers.