Garland officials announced the winterization of park restrooms and water fountains due to freezing temperatures, advising residents to make alternative arrangements.

The Fort Worth Zoo celebrates the birth of Moja, the first African lion cub born there in nearly a decade, marking a step forward in conservation efforts.

The City of Dallas opens a Temporary Inclement Weather Shelter at Fair Park to protect the homeless from the cold, offering Spanish interpretation and parking, with entrances specified in a city briefing.

The Dallas Park and Recreation department is holding a hiring fair at Samuell Grand Recreation Center on January 12, from 8AM to 2PM, offering both full and part-time jobs.

Richardson's Parks and Recreation Department launches the Clean Parks Program, funded by a $5,000 grant, to encourage community involvement in park cleanliness through educational activities and new trash bins.

Restorative Farms in South Dallas focuses on growing produce and fostering entrepreneurship through urban farming, education, and community partnerships, as reported by NBC DFW and SMU.

The 2024 Boat Permits for Lake Arlington are available online, with varying prices based on residency and vessel type, ensuring compliance for all watercraft users.

Fort Worth has extended the deadline for residents to provide input through the Play Big! survey on the city's park development plans until January 31.

The Dallas Zoo euthanized Ferrell, a 15-year-old giraffe, due to an irreversible jaw injury from a fall. The zoo has lost several giraffes in recent years.

The Denton Fire Department and UNT will conduct a controlled burn at Discovery Park to train firefighters and enrich the soil for ecological research.

Fort Worth residents can impact the "Play Big!" Master Plan for local parks by taking a survey before New Year's Day to inform upgrades and new park developments.

Grand Prairie is celebrating the reopening of Mi Familia Park with improvements like a new playground and trails, marked by a ribbon-cutting event on Monday led by Mayor Ron Jensen.

Fort Worth joins locals in managing feral cats, effectively curbing their numbers.