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The Town of Addison launched a six-month trial of a new on-demand transit service designed to move riders around town and connect them to regional rail. The Branch Herald rode the …
The annual Fishin’ Fun tournament returned April 25 to Rawhide Creek at Gussie Field Watterworth Park , bringing a morning of family fishing despite unpredictable spring weather. The event …
Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD students learning English posted math gains this year, but overall second and fifth grade growth fell short of district targets, administrators told the Board of …
Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD recognized its top educators on April 16 during the annual Teacher of the Year banquet. Held at the Nancy Watten Technology & Events Center, the district announced …
A Farmers Branch police officer fired at a suspect after the individual rammed a patrol vehicle during a pursuit that concluded in a residential neighborhood. At approximately 7:36 a.m., a …
Stay informed about what’s happening in Farmers Branch, Addison and Carrollton. Sign up for the Branch Herald’s free local newsletter . On Monday, April 27, 2026, at approximately 1:40 a.m., …
A new chapter began for the Addison Fire Department as C.J. Alexander was officially sworn in as Fire Chief. Marking exactly seven years to the day since he first joined the department, Chief …
Since adopting its first Sustainability Plan in February 2022, the City of Farmers Branch has made incredible strides, earning a LEED for Cities Gold Certification and a spot on the Texan by Nature …
Every business remembers its first customer. Not the first inquiry, not the first “maybe” but the first person who looked at a brand‑new company and said, “Yes. I’ll trust you.” For …
Early voting started for the May 2 municipal election, giving residents of Farmers Branch, Addison and Carrollton the chance to cast ballots ahead of Election Day. Voters have through April 27 …
The City of Farmers Branch has released an April 2 ethics complaint filed against Mayor Terry Lynne, who is seeking re-election in the May 2 municipal election. At least three more complaints …
Farmers Branch residents are invited to attend a free medical, legal and financial clinic aimed at supporting the city’s Hispanic community on Saturday, May 9, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. …
At its April 14 meeting, the Addison City Council approved a fare structure for the new Addison Orbit microtransit service following discussions at the April 7 work session. The adopted rates …
A major natural gas infrastructure project along Villa Creek Drive is expected to bring weeks of lane closures and construction activity beginning this week, according to information from Atmos …
Each year, the City of Carrollton’s Water Conservation Plan calls for restrictions on time-of-day watering beginning April 1. The use of a permanently …
Spring has officially arrived in Texas, and after weeks of steady rain, the shift is unmistakable. The air feels lighter, the sun hangs around a little longer, and people are finally stepping back …
Dallas College is offering a free hospitality certification program aimed at preparing North Texas residents to welcome international visitors ahead of upcoming FIFA World Cup …
In an era where we spend our lives skipping YouTube ads, ignoring pop-ups, and scrolling past sponsored posts, one local company is finding a way to make advertising something people actually …
The Farmers Branch City Council voted unanimously to issue a public reprimand to Mayor Terry Lynne, directing him to refrain from direct communications with city staff following what the council …
More than 110 residents packed The Meeting Place on Friday, April 10, for a candidate forum hosted by Branch Vision, with overflow crowds filling additional conference rooms to watch a livestream of …