Rockwall County buildings will close for a security drill on October 13th from 9:00 to 9:30 AM, affecting Courthouse, Annex, Library, and other facilities.

Garland Public Libraries launched their first Curiosity Fest, featuring local writers, storytime with Pete the Cat, writing workshops, and an appearance by author Marcela Fuentes.

The Grand Prairie Farmers Market hosts a Pumpkin Patch Photo Contest until Oct 31 with a $50 prize, inviting visitors to share fall-themed photos with a hashtag on social media.

The Texas Veterans Day Parade will occur on November 11 in Arlington with floats, military units, marching bands, and a drone show. Rex Tillerson is the Grand Marshal, and attendees are asked to donate to Toys for Tots.

Arlington's annual Oktoberfest on Oct 24 offers German music, food, and games at SX Stovall Park, celebrating a long-standing international friendship.

Fort Worth named streets after Shirley Knox Benton, a former educator and the first Black female principal at Paul Laurence Dunbar High School, honoring her lasting educational impact.

Fort Worth promoted safer pedestrian routes for students in alignment with Vision Zero on National Walk to School Day, enhancing infrastructure around A.V. Cato Elementary School.

Fort Worth Municipal Court offers a Warrant Forgiveness event for Class C offenses, providing reduced fines or community service to resolve cases. No arrests for voluntary appearances; additional services on rent, utilities, and jobs are offered.

Fort Worth's Neighborhood Litter Stomp, organized by Keep Fort Worth Beautiful, invites residents to clean up their community on October 11th from 8 to 11 a.m.

Opal Lee, known as the "Grandmother of Juneteenth," celebrates her 99th birthday, marking a life of activism and her role in making Juneteenth a federal holiday.

Fort Worth's City Council has confirmed its meeting schedule for 2026, offering 49 daytime and evening sessions, including six budget workshops. Free parking is available, and the city accommodates public participation and accessibility needs.

Fort Worth invites residents to discuss a $840 million bond for infrastructure, parks, libraries, safety, animal shelter, and housing, without raising tax rates.

A man named Anthony Anderson died from gunshot wounds after a shooting on Metropolitan Avenue, Dallas. The incident is being investigated, with Detective J. Reed leading the search for the suspect.