BY RITA COOK / Freelance Writer
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ALMA
If you would like a copy of any minutes from any past city council meeting, please contact Linda at linda@cityofalmatx.gov.
BARDWELL
At the last city council meeting earlier this month, the Bardwell City Council was introduced to a proposal for new trash service in the city, did you have a voice on the decision?
ENNIS
The Bluebonnet Farmer’s Market is every Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon until October at 100 N. Dallas St. For more information call (972) 878-4748.
FERRIS
The city will hold a public hearing on Aug. 20 regarding the 2025-2026 proposed budget.
GARRETT
Information for new residents to Garret can visit cityofgarrett.com/new-residents.
GLENN HEIGHTS
Glenn Heights will be hosting their back to school bash Friday, Aug. 9 from 8 a.m. to noon.
GRAND PRAIRIE
The next Farmers Market is Saturday, July 26 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in downtown Grand Prairie at 120 W. Main Street. The market is open every Saturday until mid-December and features locally grown fruits and vegetables, plants, tamales, baked goods, salsas, dips, relishes, eggs, honey, chips, soaps, candles and more.
ITALY
Stafford Elementary 2025-2026’s Meet the Teacher Night will be Monday, Aug. 4 from 5 to 6:15 p.m. Enter through cafeteria doors and exit by the front office. Also noted is students MUST COMPLETE ONLINE REGISTRATION FIRST, before they will be able to meet their teacher. Online Registration opened Wednesday July 23.
MAYPEARL
Don’t miss Maypearl’s Aug. Ice Cream social to welcome the start of the new school year. For more information contact info@maypearltx.com.
MIDLOTHIAN
The Midlothian Fire Department Emergency Medical Services was recently recognized at a City Council meeting with the Mission: Lifeline® EMS Award from the American Heart Association. The award celebrates the department’s commitment to excellence in cardiac emergency care and their ongoing dedication to saving lives in the community.
MILFORD
Did you know you can pay your water bill in Milford online at www.paytexas.com/index?
OAK LEAF
Oak Leaf’s next City Council meeting is Aug. 12 at City Hall, 301 Locust Drive at 6:30 p.m.
OVILLA
The City of Ovilla has begun a number of major road repairs as part of its current fiscal year’s budget. The much-needed improvements represent over $770,000 in roadwork, in addition to the routine annual maintenance the city already performs.
PALMER
Did you know the Palmer Public Works Department handles all animal control complaints? For assistance contact dispatch at (972) 937-6060.
PECAN HILL
You do not need a permit to hold a garage sale. However, garage sales are limited to 10 sales during any 12 month period and not more than five consecutive days and two consecutive weekends. Signs must be removed no later than the day after the sale.
RED OAK
The Red Oak Public Library is hosting Playground Games Thursday, July 24 at 4:30 p.m. at 101 S. Live Oak Street. All ages are welcome.
VENUS
The City of Venus recently posted a Notice of Intention to Issue Certification of Obligation. Visit www.cityofvenus.org/sites/g/files/vyhlif6401/f/news/legal notice_city_of_venus_texas.pdf to see the information.
WAXAHACHIE
Waxahachie’s Farmers Market is Saturday, July 26 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 701 Howard Road. The Farmers Market is every Saturday and offers locally grown produce, handmade goods, baked treats, and one-of-a-kind finds.
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