NAS JRB Fort Worth honored sailors for achievements and service milestones at a Quarters ceremony, bestowing awards and recognizing career advancements.

John Dowdy was convicted of continual sexual abuse of a child and sentenced to 35 years in prison; the Tarrant and Fort Bend County Sheriff's Offices were praised for their investigative work.

Richard Pasillas was sentenced to 30 years for continuous violence against his family after a jury conviction, with the Tarrant County DA praising law enforcement collaboration.

Joquianna Bernard was convicted of child sexual assault and sentenced to 31 years thanks to cooperation between Fort Worth Police and the Tarrant County DA's Office.

Mansfield Parks & Recreation is offering Preschool Nature classes in October, including seasonal activities, arts, and science, for children aged 1-5.

Duncanville initiates a Neighborhood Sweep to improve Silver Creek Estates and Whispering Hills focusing on traffic, parking, nuisance abatement, and cleanliness.

White Settlement celebrated its fire department with an awards ceremony, recognizing Trevor Ahrens, William Sclafani, and Randy Rogers for outstanding service.

Texas has expanded its Move Over/Slow Down law to include Animal Services vehicles and officers, effective September 1, 2025, requiring drivers to slow down or change lanes for stopped service vehicles.

Dallas and the Dallas Wings have begun building a new practice facility in Joey Georgusis Park, featuring professional courts and community spaces, set for completion by the 2026 WNBA season.

Dallas Police Department welcomes Academy Class 408 with 77 trainees, including 20 women, reflecting the department's commitment to community representation and efforts to meet hiring targets.

Arlington offers diverse weekend activities including a play, Pumpkin Nights, music performances, The Smurf Experience, computer science for kids, a K-Pop Party, concerts, Six Flags Fright Fest, a farmers market, and a Cowboys football game.

Arlington's ACTIV Center is hosting the Walktober Challenge for residents 50+ to walk on most days from Oct. 1 to Nov. 30, with kick-off event featuring the mayor.

Six Flags Over Texas announces the record-breaking Tormenta Rampaging Run giga dive coaster, set to open in 2026, promising to be the tallest, fastest, and longest of its kind.