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01/24/2025

01/23/2025

FYI

**UPDATE: Water is back in service.

01/23/2025

Don’t fall for the scam

📢 SCAM ALERT: A Win for Justice!

Yesterday, the Mansfield Police Department was proud to return $38,800 that had been lost to a scam. Thanks to the diligent work of our officers and detectives, we were able to recover these funds and ensure they made it back to the rightful owners.

While we celebrate this outcome, we must emphasize that cases like these are rare. Unfortunately, many victims of scams lose their hard-earned money with no way to recover it. Scammers are becoming increasingly sophisticated, and it’s crucial for everyone to stay vigilant.

It’s important to note that we do not blame the victims of these crimes. These types of scams can happen to anyone. Scammers are highly skilled at preying on trust and creating a sense of urgency, which is why awareness and education are key.

Here are some common types of scams we’re seeing right now:
1️⃣ Imposter Scams – Scammers pose as government agencies or even police officers. They will claim you have a warrant and need to make a payment to avoid being arrested. Remember: no legitimate law enforcement agency will ever ask for payment over the phone to clear a warrant or avoid jail.
2️⃣ Romance Scams – Scammers use fake online profiles to build relationships, and then request money for fabricated emergencies.
3️⃣ Tech Support Scams – Fraudsters convince you to pay for fake “repairs” to your computer or cell phone due to a “virus.”
4️⃣ Lottery/Prize Scams – Scammers claim you’ve won a prize but require a payment from you for you to claim it.

Here are a few tips to protect yourself:
🛑 STOP: Cut all communication with strangers asking you for money over the phone (through talk or text), even if it sounds urgent.
👮 Verify first: If something doesn’t feel right, contact us or another trusted source before taking action.
🔒 Never share personal or financial information with unsolicited callers, emails, or messages.
⚠️ Be cautious of requests for payment via wire transfer, gift cards, or cryptocurrency – these are red flags for scams.

If you or someone you know has fallen victim to a scam, report it to us immediately. The sooner we are involved, the better chance we have of investigating and potentially preventing further loss.

Let’s work together to keep Mansfield safe and informed. Stay alert, and help spread the word by sharing this post!

01/23/2025

Implications

01/21/2025

Is it spring yet? 🥶

01/21/2025

I’m not sure how our country benefits from the withdrawal.

WHO comments on United States announcement of intent to withdraw

01/20/2025

Get your carts out!

*ATTENTION: CWD is getting reports throughout the DFW metroplex that residents do not have carts out for service. CWD is running full operations today.

01/20/2025

MISSING

UPDATE - Mr. Luke has been located safe and is being reunited with his family. DeSoto Police would like to thank the citizens, DeSoto Patrol Officers (Alpha Shift) and Lancaster Police Department for helping locate Mr. Luke.

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MISSING PERSON - The DeSoto Police Department is seeking the public's help in locating 60-year old FLOYD JEROME LUKE. Mr. Luke was reported missing by his roommate late Sunday night from the 900 block of Hunters Creek Drive. Police immediately entered Mr. Luke into the national and state database as a missing person and searched the area and local hospitals. A follow-up investigation today yielded additional information from his direct family members that Mr. Luke may be suffering from a diminished mental capacity due to an accident he was involved in recently. Mr. Luke is 5' 7” and weighs 140 lbs. Mr. Luke has short black/gray hair and brown eyes. Mr. Luke was last seen wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt and denim jeans. Mr. Luke also reportedly walks with a limp.

If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of Mr. Luke please contact the SWRCC Dispatch Center at (972) 223-6111 or call 911 immediately if it is an emergency situation. A Coordinated Law Enforcement Adult Rescue (CLEAR) Alert has been requested and is in the process of being initiated by the Texas Department of Public Safety.

https://www.dps.texas.gov/section/intelligence-counterterrorism/clear-alert

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01/17/2025

Nice job DPD

01/17/2025

No power, no payments

2:13 PM Update: Power has been restored.

Notice: City Hall Power Outage

Please be advised that due to a power outage at City Hall, we are currently unable to process utility payments made in person with debit or credit cards. However, we are still here to assist with all of our other services, including:
• Utility Bill Inquiries
• Permits & Licenses (None computer related)
• Public Records Requests
• General Customer Service

For utility payments, we encourage you to use our online payment portal or visit one of our payment drop boxes. Our team is available to help with any other needs during regular business hours.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding as we work to restore service. Thank you for your patience!

01/16/2025

FYI

UPDATE 6:30PM: The I-35 Southboundand service road and highway are now open.

UPDATE 3:10pm: DPS & Texas Rangers are still conducting scans of the crime scene and we do not anticipate being able to reopen roadways for another 1.5 - 2 hours.

🚨 ROTX Traffic Alert: 🚨
I-35 Southbound at Red Oak Rd is currently shut down due to a vehicular accident.

Please seek alternate routes and expect delays. Drive safely!

01/14/2025

DeSoto Fire Rescue has provided an update on the December 17, 2024 fire on Canyon Ridge Drive. For more details, including fire safety recommendations, read the full press release here: desototexas.gov/fireupdate

01/13/2025

Be aware

ATTENTION EVERYONE!

There is another false post circulating on social media. We want to clarify that the information contained in this post is not accurate. These offenses did not occur in our city, and we strongly advise against spreading unverified rumors.

Please rely on trusted sources, such as official statements from our police department, for updates. Spreading misinformation can cause unnecessary panic and harm. Stay informed, stay safe, and let's work together to prevent the spread of false information!

Help spread the truth by liking and sharing this post.

01/13/2025

Cha-changes!

01/13/2025

Today, we remember and celebrate the extraordinary life of Dr. Peggy Wilson, a true trailblazer whose leadership and dedication helped shape Cedar Hill into the vibrant community we cherish today.

Dr. Wilson’s legacy includes her pivotal role as an organizer and leader of Cedar Hill’s economic development program beginning in 1991. She made history as the first woman to serve on the Cedar Hill City Council from 1994 to 1996 and was recognized with the first-ever Golden Cedar Award for Lifetime Achievement by the Cedar Hill Chamber of Commerce in 2001.

Her contributions extended beyond Cedar Hill, reflecting her deep commitment to public service. A proud Republican since 1967, she represented Texas as a Platform Committee Member at the 1972 Republican National Convention and was named Outstanding Republican Woman of Texas in 1973.

In 2012, the City of Cedar Hill honored Dr. Wilson with the Distinctive Character Lifetime Achievement Award, a testament to her enduring impact on our city and its people.

Dr. Wilson’s legacy of leadership, service, and resilience will continue to inspire generations to come. We are deeply grateful for her remarkable contributions.

01/11/2025

🥶🐧

Temperatures will fall below freezing this evening and continue to drop into the 20s and upper teens overnight. Re-freezing of water on roads from recent snow may create hazardous driving conditions in some areas, and potential freezing fog may aggravate those already deteriorating conditions. Fog will disperse and black ice will melt mid to late Saturday morning.

01/11/2025

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01/09/2025

JAN. 9, 2025, 2:30 P.M. - UPDATE ON CITY OPERATIONS, FACILITY CLOSURES & TRASH SERVICE
• All non-emergency offices of City of Midlothian will close early today, Jan. 9, at 3 p.m. as a result of the current winter storm.
• All City Fire, EMS, and Police services remain fully operational.
• Trash service is continuing to run as long as weather conditions permit.
• 8th Street bridge has been closed due to icing. Use 9th Street as an alternate route.
• All city park fields and facilities are closed Thursday and Friday.
• Although the Utility Services office at City Hall will be closed, customers may pay their water and sewer bills online at https://www.midlothian.tx.us/81/Utility-Billing or by phone with a credit or debit card at (866) 907-3821, 24 hours a day. Any payments left in the drop box at City Hall will be posted the next business day with.

As reported previously, today’s Municipal Court docket was rescheduled for January 16.

Midlothian Public Library remains closed today, and will be closed on Fri., Jan. 10, if Midlothian Independent School District remains closed.

The Midlothian Senior Citizen Activity Center also remains closed today, and will be closed on Fri., Jan. 10, if Midlothian Independent School District remains closed.

In anticipation of the impending winter storm, the City P
Public Works Street crews have pretreated with brine solution priority routes, including the 8th Street bridge, Midlothian Parkway bridge, and all city-owned bridges. The Texas Department of Transportation crews also began pretreating TxDOT roadways ahead of the winter weather. Crews stand ready as needed to sand trouble spots, which may be reported to nonemergency dispatch at 972-775-3333.

For information about highway conditions throughout the DFW area, visit https://drivetexas.org/ before you get on the road.

We will continue to share updates from the US National Weather Service Fort Worth Texas as they become available.

City Administration and Emergency Management continue to monitor the weather event as it continues. Information about city facility openings and closings on Friday will be communicated as soon as available through the city website, social media, and local news media.