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Holiday cheer filled the air at Carrollton's annual Santa on the Square event Saturday, Dec. 6. Residents and visitors strolled the square to enjoy dancing …
It's the last call for residents of Farmers Branch, Addison and Carrollton to enter their homes in the Branch Herald's second annual holiday light contest. Holiday light maps will go on sale the …
A new mosaic butterfly has taken flight in Addison, adding a splash of blue to the town's growing outdoor art collection. Artist Julie Richey's latest work sits atop a boulder along Beltway …
When Humaira Zakrea's 86-year-old father contracted West Nile virus last year, the experience in a Dallas hospital changed her life. Her background in medical billing told her the math didn't add up. …
The 23 young singers wondered if something special was coming when their choir director kept selecting them for the biggest performances. A back to school mass for the entire parish. A televised …
Now that Thanksgiving has passed and winter weather is upon North Texas, the Herald staff reminds residents in Farmers Branch, Addison and Carrollton to enter their homes in the news organization's …
The Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce announced the launch of its new name and brand identity, officially becoming the Metrocrest Area Chamber, on Dec. 1. This rebrand marks an important step in …
The Firehouse Theatre invites audiences to step into a winter wonderland with Irving Berlin’s" Holiday Inn," running December 4–21, 2025. Directed and co-choreographed by Ashley …
The Town of Addison opened its new town hall Nov. 10, converting the former Addison Conference Centre into municipal offices at 15600 Addison Road. The renovation came in under budget and took …
Lupe Gonzalez became the newest member of the Farmers Branch City Council on Tuesday, Nov. 18, sworn in by her husband before a packed chamber as she reflected on her path from PTA volunteer to …
In the season of giving, numerous organizations are ready to connect donated toys with as many kids as they can. Farmers Branch Rotary Club focuses on helping everyone in the community all year …
The Farmers Branch City Council voted Tuesday, Nov. 18, to terminate its legal services agreement with Wyatt, Hamilton, Findlay PLLC and authorize the city manager to secure new legal representation, …
The Addison City Council will hold a special meeting 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 2, at Addison Town Hall, 15600 Addison Rd., to consider calling a special election for voters to determine if the Dallas …
After four cities, including Farmers Branch, voted to put DART membership before their residents, DART has responded with a flurry of press releases highlighting its accomplishments and upgrades. …
Enter your home's holiday light display for a chance to be crowned the Winner of Best Decorated Home for the Holidays in the Herald reporting area. All addresses and home names will be shared on the …
Arbor day, a holiday dedicated to encouraging others to plant trees. On November 8th, Farmers Branch holds this event every year to support the holiday as trees are the staple of Farmers Branch. The …
Farmers Branch Mayor Terry Lynne is the subject of three ethics complaints alleging violations of the city's Code of Ethics, one regarding a National Night Out event. The Farmers Branch City Council rejected …
City Council Member Tina Bennett-Burton filed the two ethics violations complaints again Mayor Terry Lynne on Oct. …
For one homeless man in the Carrollton community, Thanksgiving Day means more than a hot meal. It means a memory. "I get to get something that reminds me of home when I was little growing up, a …
The Firehouse Theatre raised more than $255,000 Saturday while unveiling its 2026 season at the Firehouse Royale gala, the theater's largest annual fundraiser. About 300 supporters gathered at …