The 2024 Emergency Preparation Supplies Sales Tax Holiday in Texas allows residents to purchase emergency supplies tax-free from April 27-29, as announced by the City of Arlington.

Arlington, Texas property owners must submit property tax appraisal protests and exemption applications to the Tarrant Appraisal Review Board by May 15, 2024.

The Dallas County Sheriff's Department honors dispatchers during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, recognizing their critical role in emergency response.

The Fort Worth Fire Department honors their Fire Alarm Office team for handling over 178,000 calls in 2023 during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.

Arlington ranked 5th on WalletHub's list of diverse large U.S. cities for the second year, reflecting its commitment to socioeconomic, cultural, and religious diversity.

Arlington begins early voting for City Council elections on April 22, with extended hours on weekends, culminating on April 30. Voters can find candidate information and polling places via city resources. Election Day is May 4.

The City of Mesquite's Utility Billing Division is reducing in-person service hours and updating its cash handling policies, with alternative payment options available online, by mail, and through partnerships with retailers like Walmart.

Lauren Thoden is appointed as the new City Secretary of Denton, TX, expected to enhance the town's administrative structure and maintain transparency and integrity in her office.

Denton grants full property tax exemptions to certain childcare facilities, aiming to support early childhood education. Eligible facilities must meet criteria including licensing and program participation by April 30.

Fort Worth's Court in the Community initiative offers residents a chance to clear unpaid citations without arrest risk on April 20, at the Northpark YMCA.

The Plano Police Department hosted its 49th Annual Awards ceremony, honoring members for their exceptional service in 2023, including Officer Grace Edgar and Detective Chad Williams.

The White Settlement PD hosted a training program by the IACP focused on enhancing women's leadership skills in law enforcement, with participants from across Texas.

Fort Worth celebrates Earth Day with the opening of the expanded Marty Leonard Lotus Marsh Boardwalk at the city's Nature Center & Refuge, thanks to funding from multiple sources, including the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department and Meta.