The City of Garland celebrated local heroes and neighborhoods at the 2024 Garland Neighborhood Awards, honoring individuals and groups for community enhancement and togetherness.

Mike Paschall was named Dallas County's City Partner of the Year for his work on the Rowlett Road Multimodal Connection Project as Garland's Right of Way Coordinator.

The Plano Police Honor Guard participated in the Wes Hardy Memorial Buckle Show to support fallen officers' families and young agricultural enthusiasts.

Officer Ricky T. Jones retired from the Lewisville Police Department after 29 years of service, celebrated by colleagues and the community in a social media tribute.

Ellis County Commissioners' Court will review a plat application for a 1.270-acre property adjustment in Suburban Estates, Lot 72R. The meeting occurs on January 7, 2025, at the Ellis County Courthouse. Public details are available online.

Dallas City Council voted to include vaping in smoke-free regulations, effective December 11, 2025, expanding no-smoking zones to cover e-cigarettes without adding new restricted areas.

Arlington introduces a pilot program featuring rentable electric scooters and bikes to improve regional mobility, and celebrates a smart city award, as detailed in their latest digital newsletter.

Jay Chapa is appointed as the new City Manager of Fort Worth after a national search with over 150 applicants.

Fort Worth announces groundbreakings for new fire stations 26 and 37, aiming to enhance emergency response services, with funding from the 2022 Bond Program.

Fort Worth Police Chief Neil Noakes announced his retirement for May 2025 after over 25 years of service, citing family priorities, including the joy of becoming a grandfather.

Ron Merritt is retiring as Rockwall County's Environmental Health Coordinator after 25 years, with a low-key farewell encouraged per his modest style.

Fort Worth Police Department mourns Officer Thomas C. Bounds who died from a heart attack while on duty, handling livestock. His 17-year service is honored by the department.

Sonny Saxton has been appointed as Fort Worth's Director of Emergency Communications and Management, bringing extensive emergency services experience to the role.