Dallas has paused its plan to switch from alley to curb trash collection, seeking further input from residents via a survey to evaluate service for homes with narrow alleys.

Grand Prairie is holding a tree competition to celebrate local arboreal giants, with prizes for winning entries and a goal to raise environmental awareness.

Fort Worth's CRU seeks new members to handle non-emergency calls as unarmed civilians. The unit attends city events and conducts investigations, focusing on community engagement over armed response.

Arlington Parks and Recreation is hosting October events including Phantom Lights, Aging Well Expo, Harvest Splash, Trail-or-Treat, and a Spooktacular Sock Hop.

The City of Euless, Texas, is hosting the annual Crud Day event for hazardous waste disposal and a parallel Shred Day for secure document destruction on November 1st.

Euless Family Life Senior Center announces a fun-filled October with events like the Empowering Seniors EXPO, Community Garage Sale, and a Halloween Dance.

The Euless Fire Department and NFPA® highlight risks of lithium-ion batteries in devices, encouraging safe purchase, charging, and recycling practices to prevent fires.

LLELA in Lewisville invites the public to an Open House with nature trails, butterfly exhibits, camping demos, and fishing for all skill levels on Oct. 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Wayne Ferguson Plaza in Lewisville now offers free fitness classes, such as yoga and Pilates, as part of the city's 2025 vision to encourage community use of public spaces.

Fort Worth Municipal Court introduces a text alert system for case updates, collaborating with a law firm to improve communication and case resolution.

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.