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11/03/2025

Shopping for the holidays or just looking to upgrade your kitchen? We have some awesome gift inspiration for you

The holidays are upon us, and some of you are just now realizing your kitchen tools have… seen some things. We're looking at you, warped cookie sheet and mystery-lid Tupperware. So forget about the usual

09/13/2025

Accident in Duncanville

09/04/2025

Upcoming free flu vaccine clinics

08/20/2025

Mosquito Spraying Scheduled for Thursday and Friday. The City of Duncanville, at the recommendation and in cooperation with Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS), will be conducting ground spraying against mosquitoes on Thursday, August 21, and Friday, August 22, 2025, between the hours of 9:00 PM and 5:00 AM, weather permitting.

The spraying is being conducted in response to the detection of West Nile Virus in mosquito traps in the 75116 and 75137 zip codes. The affected areas include parts of Duncanville south of W. Camp Wisdom Road, east of N. Clark Road, west of N. Main Street, and north of W. Wheatland Road, as well as south of E. Wheatland Road, east of Santa Fe Trail, west of Highway 67, and north of the southern city limits. Blue shading on the map indicates areas to be sprayed.

Story continues at: https://www.duncanvilletx.gov/news/whats_new/mosquito_spraying_august_20_21
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EN ESPAÑOL: Fumigación contra mosquitos programada para el jueves y el viernes. La ciudad de Duncanville, por recomendación y en colaboración con el Departamento de Salud y Servicios Humanos del Condado de Dallas (DCHHS), llevará a cabo una fumigación terrestre contra mosquitos el jueves 21 de agosto y el viernes 22 de agosto de 2025, entre las 9:00 p. m. y las 5:00 a. m., si el clima lo permite.

La fumigación se lleva a cabo en respuesta a la detección del virus del Nilo Occidental en trampas para mosquitos en los códigos postales 75116 y 75137. Las zonas afectadas incluyen partes de Duncanville al sur de W. Camp Wisdom Road, al este de N. Clark Road, al oeste de N. Main Street y al norte de W. Wheatland Road, así como al sur de E. Wheatland Road, al este de Santa Fe Trail, al oeste de la autopista 67 y al norte de los límites sur de la ciudad. El sombreado azul indica las zonas que se fumigarán.

La historia continúa en: https://www.duncanvilletx.gov/news/whats_new/mosquito_spraying_august_20_21

08/20/2025

Don’t miss the celebration!

Celebration is Saturday August 23rd from noon to 4 pm.

08/03/2025

FYI

The Duncanville Police Department is aware of a train currently idling on the BNSF line between Main and Davis. The department is monitoring the situation, and BNSF has informed us that the train is expected to be moved by tomorrow morning. Thank you for your patience as we work with our partners to resolve this matter.

07/22/2025

Traffic alert!

🚧 Heads up, drivers! Broad Street between Texas Street and Houston Street will be closed for approximately two weeks starting Tuesday, July 22. Plan ahead and follow posted detours!

07/13/2025

FYI

07/10/2025

Be aware

📢 Public Service Announcement | DESOTO ANIMAL CONTROL

Increased Coyote Activity – DeSoto Animal Control, in the interest of public safety, is notifying residents of increased coyote activity in the neighborhoods:

• South of Wintergreen Rd
• North of Pleasant Run Rd
• West of I-35
• East of Hampton Rd
• Regents Park Neighborhood

We have received reports of coyote encounters involving unattended pets in this area. In both incidents, no aggression toward humans was observed, and the coyotes responded appropriately to humane hazing techniques.


⚠️ Important Safety Guidelines:

• Do not approach a coyote if you see one.
• When walking your dog, keep pets on a leash no longer than 6 feet.
• Ensure all pets are attended to or secured in a coyote-proof enclosure.
• Do not leave pet food or garbage outdoors, as this can attract wildlife.
• Maintain your landscaping to reduce hiding spots and attractants.

Coyotes are generally shy and avoid human contact. However, as they adapt to urban environments in search of food, some may venture into neighborhoods and yards. These animals are a vital part of our ecosystem, and by taking simple steps, we can coexist safely and reduce the risk of negative encounters.


🧠 Learn More:
For effective coyote hazing techniques and other prevention strategies, please visit the DeSoto Animal Control webpage.


📞 Report Sightings or Concerns:
Please contact the DeSoto Action Center at
📱 972-274-2489 or through the MyDeSoto App.
🚨 In case of emergency, call 911 immediately.

City of DeSoto, Texas - City Hall
DeSoto Animal Control

07/09/2025

Heads up

UPDATE: 7.9.25 at 8AM: Numerous trees have been reported down due to the storm damage. Our street crews have been on location since last night and are continuing to clear up the damage.

932 Valley Ridge - cleared
900 N. Young - cleared
500 S. Elerson - cleared
500 Midway - cleared
200 Hanna - water flooding
600 Mistey Glenn - cleared
N Wintergreen across from n Westmoreland - cleared, additional clean up needed
133 Meadowbrook - cleared

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7.8.25: Our Police and Fire are actively responding to high wind damage from the storm in the Ray Andra/Woodlawn area.

We have trees down at:
908 N Young
612 Misty Glenn
Woodlawn and Ray Andra intersection

✅ Police is currently working on safety barricades at fallen tree locations.
✅ No injuries have been reported at this time.
✅ Our Streets crews will be working to clear roads.

Please avoid the affected areas. For emergency’s call 9-1-1. For our non-emergency number dial 972-223-6111.

07/08/2025

Resources for those looking to help

UPDATED FLOOD RELIEF COORDINATION, VOLUNTEER INFORMATION AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES

In response to recent flooding in Kerr County, city and county officials have partnered with local organizations to provide coordinated relief and support services to affected residents.

Volunteers and In-Kind Donations
The following sites are accepting volunteers and material donations:
• Salvation Army Kerrville, 855 Hayes St., Kerrville, TX 78028. Phone: (830) 465-4797
Open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monetary Donations
Monetary contributions may be made to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund:
• Online: https://www.communityfoundation.net/ (search for "Kerr County Relief Fund")
• By mail:
Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country
241 Earl Garrett St.
Kerrville, TX 78028
Checks should be made payable to Kerr County Flood Relief Fund.

Missing Persons
Individuals searching for missing loved ones are urged to contact the Emergency Operations Center:
• Phone: (830) 258-1111
• Email: [email protected]
Include the person’s name, date of birth, gender, eye color, hair color, a recent photo and last known location.

Shelter and Displacement Assistance
Shelters are available for residents whose homes have been destroyed or who are currently displaced:
• First United Methodist Church, 321 Thompson Drive, Kerrville, TX 78028. Phone: (830) 257-0800
• Calvary Temple Church, 3000 Loop 534, Kerrville – available for family support of the missing only.

Other Donations and Support
Donations of services and equipment can be coordinated through https://tcr.communityos.org/ including:
• Law enforcement resources (officers, K-9 units)
• Heavy equipment (such as bulldozers)
• Communications support (Wi-Fi boosters, satellite phones, etc.)

Officials urge residents to monitor official city and county communication channels for the latest updates and additional resources as recovery efforts continue.

07/07/2025

FYI