The Trinity River Waterwheel project in Fort Worth is on hold due to a $500,000 funding shortfall. Design is complete, but the city seeks additional finances to proceed.

Ellis County may see new development as Commissioners' Court reviews a plat application to subdivide 15.109 acres into three lots, with a public meeting set for October 29, 2024, for community input.

Ronald Wilcots is promoted to Assistant Chief of Police at the Duncanville Police Department, bringing over 20 years of experience from various roles within the department.

Amber Thompson has been appointed as the new Director of Environmental Compliance in Garland to oversee environmental regulations amid city expansion.

Garland City Council approves a $1.04 billion budget for 2024-25, maintaining the tax rate and increasing funds for infrastructure, public safety, and services.

Police and fire departments in Mesquite held a joint training at Town East Mall after hours, focusing on emergency response coordination, detailed in a police Facebook post.

The Garland Police Department honored late Officer Ronnie Lerma on the anniversary of his death in the line of duty in 1998, sharing a tribute on Facebook.

Female officers from Midlothian PD attended a national conference in Fort Worth, focusing on women's roles in law enforcement.

The Midlothian Chamber of Commerce hosted an appreciation luncheon for over 50 first responders, honoring their service and remembering 9/11 victims, supported by local businesses and sponsors.

Captain Patrick Nuoci Sr. celebrates 25 years of service with Denton County Emergency Services District #1, a tenure highlighted by the DCESD1 in a Facebook post.

Janessa Reid is appointed as the new Program Coordinator for Collin County's Adult Mental Health Court, bringing eight years of experience in mental health to directly support and rehabilitate justice-involved individuals.

The City Council approved $2.35 million for Texas A&M's campus expansion and the RILGC will issue $18 million in bonds for the project's research building and parking.

Texas voters are reminded to register by Oct. 7 for the General Election on Nov. 5, with important dates like early voting starting on Oct. 21 and mail-in ballot deadlines on Oct. 25 also highlighted.