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‘Demand drives exploitation’

As North Texas prepares to host one of the largest sporting events in the world, local leaders say the region must also prepare for a less visible reality: an increased risk of human trafficking. … MORE

What happens when a city leaves DART

On May 2, Addison residents will head to the polls to answer a question that two of their North Texas neighbors answered 37 years ago: Should our city stay in Dallas Area Rapid Transit, known as … MORE

Farmers Branch authors bring AI to classrooms

When Sasikanth Yangalasetty and Vamsi Chennupati set out to write a book about artificial intelligence, they weren't thinking about universities or tech conferences. They were thinking about a … MORE


GoPass app updates require user action

Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) announced changes to the GoPass® application beginning March 25, 2026. Some of these changes require user action. 

What is … MORE

Farmers Branch holds Career Fair

Are you looking to make a meaningful impact in the community? The City of Farmers Branch is hosting a comprehensive Career Fair on Wednesday, April 8, from 5 to 9 p.m. at City Hall. We are seeking … MORE

Addison approves contract with VIA for mobility services

At its March 24 meeting, the City Council approved an agreement with Via Transportation Inc. to provide on-demand micro-transit and paratransit services, branded as Addison Orbit, for an initial … MORE

City Manager's Report now online

The City’s Fiscal Year 2025–26 Q2 City Manager’s Report has been published, offering a transparent look at the progress, projects, and priorities shaping our community.

Inside this … MORE


EDUCATION

All Stars Track and Field Day celebrates Special Olympics athletes

They came to run, jump and throw, and were celebrated for every single second of it.

Hundreds of Special Olympics athletes filled Tommy Standridge Stadium on Friday, March 27, for the … MORE

Chamber holds local finals for National Civics Bee

The Metrocrest Area Chamber will host the National Civics Bee® Metrocrest Local Finals on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM at the Dallas College Brookhaven … MORE


LIFESTYLE

The women who keep Farmers Branch going

Every spring, a local boutique sets up a makeshift runway inside a banquet room, and the models are not professionals. They are accountants, retirees, teachers and business owners, members of the … MORE

Carrollton celebrates 10 years of Paws on the Square

Carrollton’s beloved Paws on the Square returns to Historic Downtown on Saturday, April 4 , marking the event’s 10th year of bringing together dog lovers, families, and local businesses for a … MORE


Free furnace tune-ups, plumbing checks, and more for local hometown heroes

A new program from a local family-owned service company allows teachers, nurses, firefighters, and military families in the Dallas-Fort Worth area to get their home's heating, cooling, and plumbing … MORE

EVENTS

Dallas Makerspace 5th Annual Steamroller and Open House Event

The Dallas Makerspace is hosting its 5th Annual Steamroller and Open House Event April 25, 2026, from 10am-5pm.

The event will offer a Maker Sale, a 10 x 10 art show, tours of the Dallas Makerspace, and the Steamroller Printmaking event where you will see an actual Steamroller drive over carved works of art to create large posters. Food trucks will be at the event from 11am-2pm and throughout the day there will be live music and other fun activities.
This event is free to attend!

Dallas Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit community workshop and laboratory sharing a 36,000 sq. ft shop in Carrollton MORE

Office Hours with Council Member Elizabeth Villafranca

Council Member Elizabeth Villafranca now holds office hours for residents to visit, ask questions and voice their concerns. She will be available 1-2 p.m. Fridays at the Farmers Branch City Hall or by appointment. MORE

FUNNY FRIDAY at The Meeting Place - LOL Clean Standup Comedy Show

Mixed Nuts - brings Laugh Out Loud, Clean Comedy to Farmers Branch the first Friday of each Month.

The April edition of FUNNY FRIDAY at The Meeting Place features some of DFW's funniest comedians. All the laughs without being corny or blue. The price of the ticket includes complimentary drinks (sodas, beer, wine and water) as well as popcorn and other snacks. Surface parking is readily available. MORE

CFBISD School Board Trustee Candidate Forum

The CFB Council of PTAs and the AAUW North Dallas Branch are excited to host the CFBISD School Board Trustee Candidate Forum on Monday April 6 at the Nancy Watten Technology center.

Submit your … MORE

McStrick PTA Ice Cream Social @ Jeni's Prestonwood

COME ENJOY SCOOPS OF YOUR FAVORITE FLAVORS.
25% OF YOUR PURCHASE WILL BE DONATED BACK TO
McLaughlin Strickland PTA MORE

Farmers Branch Candidate Forum

Branch Vision presents Farmers Branch Candidate Forum 6 p.m. Friday, April 10, at The Meeting Place, 13612 Midway Rd., 6th floor.

With mayoral candidates Terry Lynne, Rinkesh Desai and Jaime Rivas and District 2 candidates Tina Bennett-Burton and Brenda Brodrick. MORE

13612 Midway Rd. #601
Farmers Branch, Texas 75234

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