Kendra Williams has been recognized as the Volunteer of the Month at Como Community Center in Lake Como for her extensive work with her nonprofit, Richelle's Heart.

Fort Worth's Mobile Tool Shed program, providing free yard maintenance tool loans, has expanded citywide, allowing residents to reserve equipment online or by phone for weekend use.

Arlington will raise water, trash, and stormwater fees from Oct. 1 to fund utility operations, increasing costs for residents to maintain service quality.

Mesquite, Texas enforces an ordinance prohibiting the parking of oversized vehicles over 1.5 tons, longer than 22 feet, wider than 8 feet, or taller than 10 feet in residential areas.

STAR Transit collaborates with DART to provide accessible transportation to the State Fair of Texas, offering a practical, cost-effective solution to parking challenges.

Carrollton partners with the DEA for the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on October 25, allowing residents to dispose of unwanted medications safely.

Fort Worth enhances its Drop-Off Stations for better waste disposal, affecting operational hours, material guidelines, and access for apartment residents.

Keitlen Alvarez, Bowie High School junior and Lady Vols soccer team captain, is named Arlington’s Student-Athlete of the Month for September 2025, also excelling in cross country running.

The Arlington Public Library invites the community to contribute photos of passed loved ones for its Día de los Muertos Ofrenda project to be displayed starting Oct. 20.

Arlington Animal Services is facing an overflow of pets and is offering a $5 adoption special to encourage community members to adopt and help alleviate space issues at the shelter. All adoptable dogs are evaluated and come with health benefits.

The Ellis County Sheriff's Office is hosting a fair to educate on crisis response using its UAS program, inviting the public to engage with first responders and learn about safety tools and techniques.

Mansfield's Parks & Recreation department announces a Halloween event lineup including the Boo Bash, educational sessions, and Spooky Night Hikes. Activities cater to all ages.

White Settlement Community Services' annual Storybook Pumpkin Contest invites participants to paint pumpkins inspired by storybook characters. Free pumpkins are available for kids, while supplies last.