The Mesquite Police Department in Texas honored military veterans on Veterans Day, acknowledging their service and continued contributions to the community, noting many current officers started in the Armed Forces.

Fort Worth announces events for America Recycles Day on Nov. 15 at two libraries, focusing on sustainability education with live demos and interactive activities.

Fort Worth celebrates Texas Arbor Day by planting trees, continuing its tradition as Tree City USA and responding to calls for more shade along Trinity Trails, as reported by City News.

Fort Worth citizens participated in the Parks for Pollinators BioBlitz, logging over 4,000 observations of 794 species on iNaturalist to aid conservation.

City community centers offer a Thanksgiving Break Camp for kids 5-13, including educational and recreational activities, at $15-$20 per day. Registration is required.

Arlington's Public Works Department has completed a detailed pavement survey, using technology to assess road conditions for maintenance and improvement, as part of its commitment to enhance mobility.

Mission Arlington is organizing Thanksgiving meals for over 7,000 families and invites volunteers to assist in packing and distributing food baskets and serving a sit-down dinner.

The Mesquite Police Department in Texas launched its 41st Citizens Police Academy to educate civilians on police operations through interactive activities.

The Lewisville Police Department offers free Child Safety Seat Clinics, helping parents with car seat installation and safety, not limited to Lewisville workers/residents, by appointment.

Dallas residents celebrated Arbor Day by participating in the Branch Out Dallas event, collecting 2,500 free trees to enhance the city's canopy and ecosystem.

Dallas District 4 plans to honor veterans on Veterans Day, coordinated by local public servants, offering a communal expression of gratitude for military service.

Ellis County offices will close on Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28, in observance of Thanksgiving. Normal operations will resume at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, December 1, as the county pauses to honor the spirit of gratitude and reflection.

Dallas will bar vaping in the same places smoking is already banned, with a December 2025 effective date, fines up to $500 and a year to comply. What to expect and where to find help.