Euless, Texas invites families to "Swim with Santa" at Natatorium on Dec 12, 2025, featuring games, photos with Santa, cookie decorating, and festive treats. Registration is $10; accessibility needs are accommodated with advance notice.

Arlington activates its Homeless Emergency Weather Shelter Plan due to cold, with shelters at The Salvation Army and warming centers in libraries. Pets are also accommodated, and volunteers are welcomed.

White Settlement encourages residents to dispose of holiday cooking fats and oils properly through its Grease Roundup event to prevent plumbing issues.

The City of Mansfield encourages local shopping on Black Friday, highlighting the positive economic and community impact of spending money within the city.

Mansfield's Hometown Holidays event features a tree lighting, fireworks, carnival rides, games, food trucks, a market, and a visit from Santa at City Hall on December 5.

Arlington, Texas, is calling for donations to the Mission Joy Toy Drive to help families in need during Christmas.

Dallas stores display mixed Thanksgiving hours, with Albertsons open until 4 p.m., H-E-B until noon, and Sprouts until 2 p.m., while big box stores like Walmart and Costco remain closed. Dollar stores and coffee shops have varying hours.

Mission Arlington and volunteers delivered over 7,000 Thanksgiving meals to those in need in North Texas, continuing an annual tradition since 1986 even during a SNAP benefit disruption.

Wylie's Touch-A-Truck event on November 29 offers a chance for families to explore police and fire vehicles and meet first responders at Floor & Decor.

The Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office shares travel tips on social media for the 55 million expected Thanksgiving travelers, focusing on safety and preparedness.

Tarrant County Sheriff cautions the public about online marketplace transactions, advising meetings in safe locations and minimal personal info sharing.

Grand Prairie Police thanked participants for supporting the Santa Cop program through the First Annual Mayor’s Reindeer Rumble Motorcycle Ride, an event marked by festive motorcycles.

Firefighter Gwyn Culpepper received the Community Builder Award from the Masonic Lodge of White Settlement for his exceptional service to the community.