
The Benbrook Public Library has a full lineup of activities this week designed for adults looking to learn, relax, or connect with neighbors. Here’s the schedule:

Benbrook’s favorite spot for cool treats, Funky Town Freeze, will be closed Monday through Wednesday this week. The stand plans to reopen on Thursday, weather permitting.

BASIS Benbrook is reminding parents that it is never too early to start talking about college.

Big changes are coming to Medicare in 2026, and local residents are being encouraged to prepare now. Increases to Part B and Part D premiums and deductibles, along with higher out-of-pocket limits for prescription drugs, are on the way.

At Westpark Elementary, a little caffeine goes a long way. Teachers and staff are asking for a simple, but much-needed boost: K-Cups to keep them energized through the school day.

In one Benbrook neighborhood, an ordinary backyard has turned into an unexpected bird sanctuary. For the past week, two young Mourning Doves have made themselves at home on the ground, much to the delight and concern of the homeowner.

For many families, the holidays bring joy, traditions, and plenty of memories. They also bring cold evenings, tangled strands of lights, and the not-so-festive task of climbing ladders. That is where one local business is stepping in to help.

Ryan Reagan, candidate for Benbrook City Council Place 3, says his run for office was never part of the plan.

Shoppers, get ready. The Market at Ridglea is kicking off its massive pod sale this Thursday, running through Sunday, and it promises to be a treasure hunt worth the trip.

What was once rolling ranchland on the edge of Benbrook is steadily being reshaped into one of the area’s newest neighborhoods. Phase 8 of Ventana West is now in full swing, with months of groundwork giving way to visible progress.