The Fort Worth City Council took its routine July recess, pausing council meetings until August 5. They are focusing on neighborhoods and upcoming budget talks. Citizens can follow updates online during the break.

Fort Worth city services will have altered schedules on Independence Day, including closed city offices and some paused services, but waste collection will run normally and transit services will follow Sunday or regular schedules.

Arlington City Council will meet tomorrow with sessions at 3 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Residents can watch live online or on TV, and future meeting info is available on the city's website.

Michael Garcia, former Navy Hospital Corpsman, joined the Kennedale Police, bringing military and medical expertise to the force. He's pursuing a Criminal Justice degree and aspires to detective work.

DART will hold a community meeting in Garland to discuss service and fare changes for 2026, including route discontinuations, frequency reductions, and a fare restructure.

Lewisville won two 2025 CLIDE Awards for its Business 121 Corridor Plan and Backyard Cottage Design Competition, recognizing its planning and public policy efforts.

FWFD announced on social media that Fort Worth will soon manage all ambulance services, a change affecting the city and 14 others, promising community updates on the transition.

The Mansfield Police Department has introduced K9 Jax, a Belgian Malinois, and his handler Officer Walley, who have begun patrols and made narcotics-related arrests.

Duncanville ISD held a Board of Trustees meeting, honoring the retirement of veteran educator Mrs. Andrea Fields, and announced new appointments including Darla Moss, Christopher Malone, Max Geron, and William Henderson in key leadership roles.

Mike Alexander was named President Emeritus by Keller's CERT for his long-standing service and contributions to public safety and community resilience.

Keller Public Safety adds two new officers, Boehmisch and Durcan, the latter being valedictorian and excelling in physical training, to begin field training.

Detective Hay received the 2025 DA Greg Willis SuperSleuth Award for his role in dismantling a criminal syndicate targeting ethnic communities in Texas.

Tarrant County offers installment plans for delinquent property taxes, with a June 30 deadline to avoid legal penalties. Tax Assessor-Collector Rick Barnes encourages residents to contact his office for help.