White Settlement is readying for its annual Christmas Parade and festivities on December 7th with a final planning session completed and anticipation high for a spirited community celebration.

Holiday trash pickup in White Settlement will skip Thanksgiving Day, with Thursday's collection moved to Friday, and Friday's to Saturday, per Frontier Waste Solutions.

The Mansfield Police Department celebrated the opening of their new headquarters with a ceremony attended by community members, officials, and local businesses, emphasizing a strong sense of community.

The Tarrant County Sheriff's Office highlighted on National Adoption Day that their Sheriff has adopted eight children, underscoring the positive impact of adoption in reducing children's interaction with the criminal justice system.

Arlington, Texas, is offering a five-week educational program on water utilities management, promising behind-the-scenes access to facilities and interactions with staff.

Yaman Subei, a Syrian American entrepreneur, has successfully established Urgentology Care, Glo & Glam Medspa & Skin Care, and Cure Allergy Clinic in Arlington, fostering local medical services and community engagement.

Dallas commits funds to cultural and economic initiatives, including an $8 million grant for the Forest Theater and a $1.5 million incentive for Malcolm’s Point Retail Center. Kerwin Medical Center is also expanding its dementia care services.

Grand Prairie teams up with WFAA for the Santa's Helpers toy drive, encouraging donations of new, unwrapped toys on December 10 at The Epic, especially for teens, to benefit local children in need during the holidays.

Tarrant County offers a half-payment option for property taxes due on December 2, 2024, with a second installment by June 30, 2025. Tax statements are being distributed, with full payment due by January 31, 2025.

Katy Ruff is honored by Rockwall County for organizing a successful Wellness Palooza, providing health services and activities to promote employee well-being.

The Rockwall County 4-H Council decorated the Historic Courthouse Christmas tree, with a collaborative effort of county departments contributing gingerbread-themed ornaments.

Dana K. Cullins Macalik of Rockwall County joins the Texas Conference of Urban Counties Board, bringing her extensive experience to guide policy and legislative matters for Texas urban counties.

The North Texas Turkey Trot will lead to street closures in Frisco on Thanksgiving morning, affecting traffic between 6-10 a.m. Detour routes are provided, and parking info is available for participants.