The Lewisville Police Department celebrated the graduation of leaders from its Command Leadership Institute, highlighting inter-agency collaboration and the prestigious Trilogy Award for select graduates.

Denton implements Stage Two of its Drought Contingency Plan due to excessive water demand, restricting outdoor irrigation to once a week based on address numbers.

Dallas Animal Services seeks volunteers for initiatives to help shelter animals, including a photo challenge, a "Clear the Shelters" event, and FURtography shifts. They emphasize community engagement and training opportunities.

Dallas has enacted an ordinance to ticket cars with expired tags or no plates, with fines up to $500, starting August 19, after a brief warning period.

A Fort Worth police officer expressed disappointment over council members missing a fellow officer's funeral, sparking debate on public officials' roles during community mourning.

Chief Michael Brown was honored for his 50-year law enforcement career and 43 years serving Euless, with accolades from city officials ahead of his 2024 retirement.

The daughters of two police officers received scholarships at a luncheon supported by Korean American organizations, recognizing academic and community achievements.

The city proposes a small property tax increase to fund safety improvements and the new ACTIV Adult Center, with $26 million saved by departmental cost-cutting.

Denton, Texas calls for water conservation amid Stage 2 drought and treatment facility issues, urging residents to limit use to avoid mandatory restrictions.

Tarrant County Commissioners Court approves a budget cut, potentially leading to lower property tax bills for the second consecutive year. Commissioner Brooks expresses concerns about future fiscal challenges.

Fort Worth's City Council has proposed a property tax rate of 67.73 cents per $100 valuation, lower than the No New Revenue rate, to maintain city services and ensure compliance with taxation laws.

Kacey Bess is the new permanent director of Fort Worth's Neighborhood Services Dept, recognized for her effective leadership during her interim tenure.

Fort Worth invites residents to Open Houses for city planning input, where officials seek public opinions on projects and growth strategy through collaborative discussions.