Government & Local Issues
DFW Celebrates Veterans Day
Veterans Day is always observed on November 11 regardless of the day of the week on which it falls.
Dallas North Tollway Now Open Between Keller Springs and Belt Line Roads
Three lanes in each direction on the Dallas North Tollway between Keller Springs and Belt Line roads reopened Sunday morning ahead of schedule. Saturday’s full road closure allowed contractors to safely demolish the Keller Springs Road toll plaza. Both TollTag and ZipCash customers should use all three available lanes.
Where to Get Free Flu Shots in Dallas County
If you're unemployed, have no insurance or you're on Medicaid, you can get a free flu shot for yourself or your child in Dallas County.
Detectives on Patrol Cuts Crime for 2011 in Dallas
Both violent and non-violent crime rates drop in Dallas thanks to a detectives-on-patrol rotation program.
Dallas County Hosts Free Immunization Clinic August 13, 2011
Free immunization clinic Saturday in Dallas County.
The George W. Bush Presidential Center
The George W. Bush Presidential Center on the SMU campus will open to the public on May 1, 2013.
Back-to-School DFW: Get Your Immunizations
Get your back-to-school immunizations so you don't get sent home on the first day.
Country singer Randy Travis was arrested for a DWI after he attempted to buy...
Country singer Randy Travis was arrested for a DWI after he attempted to buy cigarettes buck naked in a DFW area convenience store! Naked. The singer lives on a ranch in Sanger, Texas.
DFW Restaurants Offering Free Meals on Veteran's Day
Some restaurants are offering free meals to veterans on Veteran's Day, which is November 11.
Tea Party 2009
The tea parties across the nation on April 15 were meant to evoke the Boston Tea Party, a well-known event in American history where colonists protested taxation without representation by dumping British tea into Boston Harbor. Today we have representation, but many people feel that they are being ignored when it comes to decisions on how to spend the tax money. The tea party at Dallas City Hal…
Voting in Dallas County
Find information about voter registration, precinct information, early voting, and other necessities of voting in Dallas County.
Tarrant County Elections
This web site has information about voting in Tarrant County.
Denton County Elections
All you need to know for voting in Denton County.
Voting in Collin County
Precinct information, voter registration, and election results are a few of the things you'll find on this web site.
Dallas County Health and Human Services
Dallas County Health and Human Services has extensive pages with the latest health information on immunizations and alerts, including Pertussis or West Nile virus.
Tarrant County Public Health
Tarrant County Public Health site has information on the latest health issues.
Green Dallas
What can you do to make Dallas greener? This site by the city of Dallas offers tips, services, and programs for adults and kids alike.
Health Fairs
There are a number of health fairs, screenings and expos in DFW.
Voting in Dallas County
Voting in any type of election is an important way to voice your opinions regarding elected leaders and overall policies. Registering to vote is easy. Information on elections, polling places, and more is available on the Dallas County Elections web site.
Voting in Tarrant County
Voting in any type of election is an important way to voice your opinions regarding elected leaders and overall policies. Registering to vote is easy. Information on elections, polling places, and more is available on the Tarrant County Elections web site.
Non-Profit Charities in DFW
DFW has a number of charities that would appreciate your contributions. All accept monetary donations; some accept cars or even used household items.