Monday, June 1, 2026
BREAKING NEWS
Local Food Resources Available as SNAP Benefits Face Uncertainty.
With the ongoing government shutdown creating uncertainty for many families, the USDA has announced that SNAP benefits may not be distributed after November 1. For Benbrook and Tarrant County residents who depend on these benefits, local organizations are stepping up to help.
Benbrook Firefighters Honor National First Responders Day with Hands-On Training.
In recognition of National First Responders Day, Benbrook firefighters marked the occasion not with speeches or ceremonies, but with action.
How Much of Your Yard Is the City’s?
If you’ve noticed utility crews digging near your sidewalk or trimming trees close to the curb, you’re not alone.
Residents Get Creative Battling a Fall Rodent Invasion.
As temperatures drop, it’s not just pumpkin spice season making its way into homes—mice and rats are, too. Across local neighborhoods, residents are comparing notes and sharing clever, cost-effective ways to fight back against an uptick in rodent activity.
Benbrook City Council Approves Police Vehicle Purchase and Celebrates Heritage Fest Success.
The Benbrook City Council met on October 2, 2025, for a brief but productive session led by Mayor Jason Ward. All council members were present, including Renee Franklin, Larry Marshall, Dustin Phillips, Gary Addison, Laura Mackey, and Keith Tiner.
Online Debate Heats Up Ahead of Benbrook’s Local Election.
As early voting continues in Benbrook, a spirited debate has taken over local social media groups, highlighting just how divided some residents feel about the direction of city leadership.
North Texas First Responders Begin Large-Scale Training Ahead of FIFA 2026.
If you’ve been hearing more radio chatter than usual, there’s a good reason.
Volunteers Needed for Benbrook’s First Wreaths Across America Ceremony.
Benbrook will host its first-ever Wreaths Across America ceremony on Saturday, December 13, honoring veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice. Organizers are calling on residents, local groups, and businesses to take part through volunteering, sponsorship, or wreath donations.
Understanding What Benbrook City Council Really Does—and Doesn’t Do.
Many Benbrook residents may not realize how local government works or what responsibilities actually fall to the City Council.
Potter Shares Thoughts on Leadership and Service.
For Benbrook City Council candidate Cameron Potter, leadership is less about titles and more about trust.
