Mesquite Police Department announces its first African American Sergeant

Mesquite, TX – May 14, 2021 – The Mesquite Police Department has announced that police officer Torrey Rhone has been promoted to the rank of Sergeant, becoming the first African American to achieve this rank in the 68-year history of t...

Mesquite’s new noise ordinance addresses loud music complaints and disturbances

Mesquite, TX – May 14, 2021 – The City of Mesquite has announced new ways that the public can help address concerns of loud volumes of music or noises in their neighborhoods. For general noise disturbances, like loud music, the public ...

Mesquite opens Downtown Mesquite’s Front Street Station on May 22

Mesquite, TX – May 13, 2021 – Downtown Mesquite will host a public grand opening event on May 22 to celebrate the opening of Front Street Station, the City of Mesquite’s $5.5 million infrastructure improvement project. The ce...

Mesquite is preparing for its next housing boom

Source: Star Local Media, Chris Roark

Mesquite is about to drastically change the look of its housing landscape.

And it expects to add nearly $4 billion to the local tax base in the process.

Over the next few years the city is expected to add 10,617 new home...

Pfizer Vaccine Opportunity for Mesquite ISD Students and Families

Mesquite ISD is partnering with the City of Mesquite to distribute 1,000 doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine to any interested Mesquite ISD students and their family members ages 12 and up. Vaccine distribution will take place at the K. David Belt Profes...

Mesquite earns top Insurance Services Office rating for fire protection

Mesquite, TX – May 13, 2021 – Mesquite has again earned the highest rating possible for fire protection of a community as determined by the Insurance Services Office (ISO). The Texas Department of Insurance, through the State Fire Mars...

Mesquite airport to build new hangar by spring 2022

Source: Dallas Morning News, Francesca D’Annunzio 

Mesquite is increasing its storage capacity for aircrafts.

Earlier this week, Mesquite City Council approved $262,760 in engineering costs to design a new box hangar, which Airpo...

Read the May Mainstream

Mesquite, TX – May 11, 2020 – The May edition of the Mainstream is available online. You can find the Community Calendar, Parks and Recreation programs and classes and Community News in this month’s Mainstream.

Councilmember Dan Aleman update on District 6

Mesquite, TX – May 11, 2021 – The City of Mesquite is producing video updates hosted by members of the City Council in the districts they represent. Each video will focus on various issues and topics in their district as well ...

Read the May 7 Council Connection

Read the May 7 Council Connection

Mesquite, TX – May 11, 2020 – The May 7 edition of the Council Connection is available online. Learn more about the Mesquite recognizing four employees as Real. Texas. Service. Champions, Blaze Pizza opening in Me...

Memorial held for Mesquite Police K9 Officer Kozmo

Mesquite, TX – May 10, 2021 – On May 10, the Mesquite Police Department (MPD) and community members came together to remember K9 Officer Kozmo, who was killed in the line of duty on April 26. At the memorial service at the Fam...

Mesquite’s tourism market surges forward from pandemic

Mesquite, TX – May 7, 2021 – Tourism in Mesquite, TX is continuing to recover and move onward from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. This is highlighted by recent successes of Mesquite hosting two conventions that...

Mesquite’s May 11 health forum is on teen mental health and suicide prevention

Mesquite, TX – May 7, 2021 – As a part of its Recovery Mesquite efforts to help the community move forward and onward from the impacts of the pandemic, the City of Mesquite continues the virtual Community Health Forum Series on May 11 ...

Mesquite moves forward with 1,003,100 square foot Mesquite Airport Logistics Center

Mesquite, TX – May 7, 2021 – Mesquite has approved Dalfen Industrial’s proposed development of two distribution buildings of 1,003,100  square feet located on East Scyene Road near Mesquite Metro Airport. As a part o...

May 7, 2021 Press Conference on Officer Involved Shooting

On 05/07/21 at 3 PM, the Mesquite Police Department held a press conference that included local media members. This press conference was held for the purpose of releasing relevant information regarding the officer-involved shooting that took place on Tues...

Hike and bike trails to connect Mesquite, Garland and Richardson by next year

Source: Dallas Morning News

Three Dallas County cities will soon be connected by hike and bike trails.

The Mesquite-Garland-Richardson Bikeway Connectors is a collaborative project between Garland and Mesquite, which are both working on connecting and exten...

Movies, Music and More ... Oh My

Source: Make It Mesquite

The official start of summer may still be more than a month away but Mesquite’s Parks and Recreation Department is getting a jumpstart this week with the first of three family-friendly Movies in the Park events planned fo...

Mesquite honors four employees during National Public Service Recognition Week

Mesquite, TX – May 6, 2021 – A group of employees that represent the diversity of services and staff that comprise the City of Mesquite organization were honored this week through the city’s Real. Texas. Service. Employee Cha...

A SAFE Quiet Place To Call Home

Source: Make it Mesquite

You can have all the material things in the world but for most folks, what they really want is just a safe place to lay their heads at the end of a long, hard day. A safe, quiet place to call home.

While safe and quiet could be some...

Watch the latest Mesquite Minute

Mesquite, TX – May 5, 2021 – In the month of February, Dr. Jacquelyn Gamino discussed teenage brain health with Kimbrough Middle School parents. Dr. Jackie, Lauren Burch and Shirley Weddle discussed an overview of the meeting in the latest Mesqui...

Mesquite announces $650,000 investment in Northridge Shopping Center

Mesquite, TX – May 5, 2021 – CenterPoint Commercial Properties will invest approximately $650,000 to improve the Northridge Shopping Center located at 1805 North Galloway Avenue. The improvements will include façade enhancem...

Centurion American’s Iron Horse Village Development Names Builders

Source: Centurion American

MESQUITE, TEXAS – Iron Horse Village, a new mixed-use community from Centurion American Development Group, is announcing builders for its 336 single-family homes. D.R. Horton, Gehan Homes and Mattamy Homes will...

Mesquite kicks off summer with Movies in the Park

Mesquite, TX – May 5, 2021 – This Friday, the Mesquite Parks and Recreation Department is kicking off the summer fun with their first Movies in the Park of the year. On May 7, 14, and 21 free, family-friendly movies will be pr...

I-30 Full Mainlane Closure at Galloway Ave. May 8 to Perform Bridge Work

Source: TxDOT

MESQUITE – All lanes of both eastbound and westbound I-30 mainlanes at Galloway Avenue will be closed on Saturday, May 8 to perform beam settings at Galloway Avenue over I-30. Full closures of the Galloway Avenue overpass at I-30 an...

Blaze Pizza opens in Mesquite

MESQUITE, TEXAS – Today, Blaze Pizza opened its fourth location in the last two months in the DFW area. With new locations in Rowlett, Dallas, and Irving, the residents of Mesquite will now be able to enjoy custom and made-to-order pizzas. Known...

Mesquite moves forward with $130 million Alcott Logistics Station industrial park

Mesquite, TX – May 3, 2021 – The City Council has approved proceeding with the development of the 2.3 million square foot industrial park called Alcott Logistics Station to be located south of East Scyene Road and west of Faithon P. Lu...

Mesquite announces 2021 Business Survey

Mesquite, TX – May 3, 2021 – Businesses in Mesquite will have until May 31 to participate in the City of Mesquite’s 2021 Business Survey to aid the City of Mesquite in developing programs and activities to facilitate economic...

Restaurant Revitalization Award Program opens May 3

Mesquite, TX – May 3, 2021 – Starting May 3, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is accepting applications for the new Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF), which provides emergency assistance for eligible restaurants...

Read the Apr. 30 Council Connection

Mesquite, TX – May 3, 2021 – The Apr. 30 edition of the Council Connection is available online. Learn about the Cinco de Mayo virtual Celebration, the City completing Palos Verdes Lake Fish Restocking and more.

IH 635 East Traffic Alert – Week of May 2

Mesquite, TX – May 3, 2021 – Below are upcoming closures this week, in addition to the ongoing nightly regularly scheduled mainlane closures, along various lanes of IH 635 (both directions between U.S. 75 and IH 30) and variou...

Working Together To Build A Better Community

Source: Make it Mesquite

It started almost two decades ago when Creek Crossing Harvest Church pastor Dan Aleman – now the city councilman for District 6 – approached then-mayor Mike Anderson looking for ways the men in his church could ...

Mesquite broadcasts virtual Cinco de Mayo at 2 p.m. on May 5

Mesquite, TX – April 29, 2021 – The City of Mesquite will release its broadcast of the virtual Cinco de Mayo celebration on May 5 at 2 p.m. The video will feature musical performance, monologues, as well as dance presentations and will...

Giving Back To The Community In A Big Way

Source: Make it Mesquite

You’d best prepare yourself for a fight if you ever approach George or Bennye Rice about slowing down when it comes to their many volunteer contributions to the community.

When asked about the possibility of scaling back, ...

Mesquite Police Department hosts Drug Take-Back Day

Mesquite, TX – April 28, 2021 – On Saturday, April 24 the Mesquite Police Department took part in the Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA), National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. Police collected 13 boxes of un...

Keep Mesquite Beautiful hosts successful Trash Bash

Mesquite, TX – April 28, 2021 – More than 300 volunteers collected over 180 bags, containing nearly 4,000 pounds of litter from 19 locations around Mesquite, including parks, neighborhoods and retail shopping areas as a part o...

Mesquite Police K9 Officer Kozmo, Badge # 1191, End of Watch: April 26, 2021

Mesquite Police K9 Officer Kozmo, Badge # 1191, began his career with the Mesquite Police Department in March of 2017.  During his four-year career with MPD, K9 Kozmo and his human partner (and best friend), Officer Jason Crawford, assisted with ...

Read the Apr. 23 Council Connection

Mesquite, TX – Apr 26, 2020 – The Apr. 23 edition of the Council Connection is available online. Learn about the Mesquite Police Department honoring officers, civilians and citizens, City Council approving new Downtown Mesquit...

Mesquite Police K-9 Kozmo Killed in the Line of Duty

**Update 04/29/21: A necropsy conducted on K-9 Kozmo has revealed trauma consistent with an assault, therefore probable cause has been obtained to charge one of the aggravated robbery suspects in Kozmo’s death. This suspect (a 16 yoa juvenile m...

Dwight Yoakam coming to Mesquite Arena

Mesquite, TX – April 26, 2021 – The country legend Dwight Yoakam is coming to the Mesquite Arena, 1818 Rodeo Drive, next month. Dwight Yoakam has been playing music for over 30 years. Hear his greatest hits like "Fast as You" and "...

IH 635 East Traffic Alert – Week of April 25

Mesquite, TX – April 26, 2021 – Below are upcoming closures this week, in addition to the ongoing nightly regularly scheduled mainlane closures, along various lanes of IH 635 (both directions between U.S. 75 and IH 30) and var...

April Rocks! Concert Postponed

We regret to inform you that the

City completes Palos Verdes Lake Fish Restocking

The City of Mesquite has completed the final phase of the Palos Verdes Lake Dam Modifications and Park Improvements project with the restocking of fish.  The stocking was administered by PondMedics,  Inc., the  consultant select...

City Council approves new Downtown Mesquite facade grant

Mesquite, TX – April 21, 2021 – More investment by property owners into their locations in Downtown Mesquite is on the way. The Mesquite City Council has approved a new application for the Facade Improvement Program. Carroll P...

Mesquite names Municipal Center after former Mayor George Venner

Mesquite, TX – April 20, 2021 – The City of Mesquite’s Municipal Center, located at 1515 N. Galloway Avenue and that is home to most of the city’s administrative operations, is now the George A. Venner, Sr....

No appointment needed at Parkland’s Dallas College-Eastfield Campus vaccine site

Source: Parkland Health & Hospital System

DALLAS – Beginning Thursday, April 22, individuals over the age of 16 can receive a COVID-19 vaccination without an appointment between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday – Saturday at Parkland Heal...

Getting Dirty To Make Mesquite A Little Cleaner

Source: Make It Mesquite

At almost 20 years old, Trash Bash is one of Mesquite’s longest-running community service efforts and it’s not too late to jump in and do your part on Saturday – joining in with the volunteers who have...

Mesquite Police Department honors officers, civilians and citizens

Mesquite, TX – April 21, 2021 – The Mesquite Police Department presented their annual Meritorious Awards during the April 19 City Council meeting, which was highlighted by Dustin Chautin receiving the prestigious “Sergeant H. Kent Tyler Award” for Officer...

Mayor Bruce Archer provides a statement on more police officers

Mayor Bruce Archer: “On April 19 the City Council authorized the hiring of an additional 5 sworn officers to the Mesquite Police Department. This will increase the quantity of patrol officers out on the streets of our community. Following a review of the ...

Mesquite kicks off Addressing Mesquite Day volunteer recruitment

Mesquite, TX – April 19, 2021 – The City of Mesquite celebrates National Volunteer Week, April 18 - 24, 2021, and launches recruiting for volunteers for its 17^th annual Addressing Mesquite Day event, held in partnership with the Mesqui...

Governor Abbott Announces Extension For FEMA Individual Assistance Registration Period

Source: Governor Greg Abbott's Office

AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott today announced that at the request of the Texas Division of Emergency Management, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has extended the Individual Assistance registrati...

Read the Apr. 16 Council Connection

Mesquite, TX – Apr 19, 2020 – The Apr. 16 edition of the Council Connection is available online. Learn about Summer Youth Internship Program, this weekend's Trash Bash and more.

Mesquite is awarded $400,000 state grant for Lawson Road improvements

Mesquite, TX – April 16, 2021 – The City of Mesquite announced it has been awarded a state grant of $400,000 for interim improvements to Lawson Road. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) grant will help fund 90% of the projec...

Mesquite Police Department hosts Drug Take-Back Day

Mesquite, TX – April 16, 2021 – The Mesquite Police Department is proud to take part in the Drug Enforcement Administration’s, National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. On Saturday, April 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., M...

April Rocks! Concert Postponed

We regret to inform you that due to the bad weather forecast on Friday, April 16, the Mesquite Arts Center will be postponing the "April Rocks! Who's Best" concert event to another date.  Safety is our number one concern, and t...

Mesquite hosted business data and trends virtual event

Mesquite, TX – April 15, 2021 – The City of Mesquite’s Economic Development Department hosted a free virtual “Local Market Data & Trends” event for the business community on April 13. The event was presented by Research Manager Micah Rabalais...

Mesquite celebrates its 9-1-1 dispatchers during National Public Safety Telecommunications Week

Mesquite, TX – April 15, 2021 – The City of Mesquite has joined millions of their peers across the country to celebrate April as National 9-1-1 Education Month and support the City’s 9-1-1 Dispatchers during National...

Upcoming District 6 community meeting

Mesquite, TX – April 14, 2021 – Councilmember Dan Aleman, District 6 will have a Council District meeting on Thursday, April 15 at 7 p.m. The meeting will be at Landmark Family Fellowship, 2523 Clay Mathis Road. Councilman Ale...

Dallas County Health and Human Services Launches COVID-19 Vaccination Scheduler

Source: Dallas County

DALLAS – Dallas County residents can now schedule a same-day or next-day appointment for their first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine at the Fair Park Community Vaccination Center through the Dallas County website. Dallas...

Read the Apr. 9 Council Connection

The Apr. 9 edition of the Council Connection is available online. Watch the District 5 update, watch the new Road Warrior episode, learn about Mesquite's Clean City Initiative and more. 

Read the April Mainstream

Mesquite, TX – April 9, 2021 – The April edition of the Mainstream is available online. You can find the Community Calendar, Parks and Recreation programs and classes and Community News in this month’s Mainstream.

2021 Summer Youth Internship Program

The City of Mesquite is now accepting applications for the 2021 Summer Youth Internship Program (SYIP)! Eligible applicants must live in Mesquite, be between the ages of 15-17, and meet Federal income requirements. To apply please complete and submit the ...

Kaufman County Spring 2021 Job Fair

Mesquite, TX – April 12, 2021 – Looking for a job? Kaufman County is hosting their Spring Job Fair on May 3 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Kaufman County Civic Center, 607 E. Fair Street, Kaufman, TX, 75142. The job fair will c...

Virtual KidFish Tournament will be held April 24 - May 5

Mesquite, TX – April 12, 2021 – The Mesquite Parks and Recreation Department will host the 2021 KidFish fishing tournament as a virtual event from April 24 - May 2. Participants are invited to submit photos of their fish catch from Ci...

Mesquite hosts April Community Health Forum on Minority Health

Mesquite, TX – April 12, 2021 – As a part of its continuing Recovery Mesquite efforts to help the community move forward and onward from the impacts of the pandemic, the City of Mesquite held its April Community Health Virtual...

Mesquite Elks Club #2404 donates $300 to the Mesquite Arts Center

Mesquite, TX – April 12, 2021 - On April 1, the Auxiliary of Mesquite Elks Club #2404 made a $300 donation to the Mesquite Arts Center. The donation was presented to Arts Center Manager Cohn Drennan and Assistant to the City Manager Chr...

Keep Mesquite Beautiful host Trash Bash on April 24

Mesquite, TX – April 9, 2021 – Keep Mesquite Beautiful (KMB) will hold its bi-annual volunteer cleanup event, Trash Bash, on April 24. Trash Bash is an opportunity for families, neighbors and groups to join together to help be...

April Rocks! Concert Postponed

We regret to inform you that we will be postponing TONIGHT’s event due to Severe Weather concerns. Safety is our number one mission here at the Mesquite Arts Center. Due to possible hail, severe winds, and even the chance of tornadoes around 7 P...

Mesquite hosts virtual public input meetings on new parks master plan

Mesquite, TX – April 9, 2021 – The City of Mesquite is beginning to develop a parks master plan and is seeking the community’s participation with two public input meetings at 6:30 p.m. on April 13 and April 22. Visit www.city...

May programming at the Mesquite Arts Center

Mesquite, TX – April 8, 2021 – The Mesquite Arts Center has developed a variety of free programming for May, including new Tote-and-Go program workshops, a Courtyard Concert Series and more virtual workshops.

The fun at the Art...

Mesquite hosts April 13 business data and trends virtual event

Mesquite, TX – April 7, 2021 – The City of Mesquite’s Economic Development Department will host the free virtual “Local Market Data & Trends” event for the business community at 12 p.m. on April 13. Th...

Councilmember B.W. Smith update on District 5

Mesquite, TX – April 6, 2021 – The City of Mesquite is producing video updates hosted by members of the City Council in the districts they represent. Each video will focus on various issues and topics in their district as well as news items that ...

Road Warrior provides update on Mesquite Street construction

Mesquite, TX – April 6, 2021 – Real. Texas. Roads. is the program name for the road repairs funded by the $125 million bond sale approved by voters in November 2015. Repairs under this program are limited to residential, two-l...

Mesquite’s City Lake Park is designated a Lone Star Legacy Park

Mesquite, TX – April 6, 2021 – The City of Mesquite has earned the special recognition from Texas Recreation and Parks Society, as City Lake Park was one of only eight Texas parks honored in 2021 with a prestigious Lone Star Legacy Par...

Mesquite announces Clean City Initiative

Mesquite, TX – April 5, 2021 – As the City of Mesquite announced its new Clean City Initiative, Mayor Bruce Archer proclaimed, “This is a new day in Mesquite, Texas to raise the level of civic pride in our city when it comes ...

Read the Apr. 2 Council Connection

Mesquite, TX – April 5, 2021 – The Apr. 2 edition of the Council Connection is available online. Learn about Interim Police Chief David Faaborg, Mesquite Arts Center April Rocks! Events and more.

Mesquite AMBUCS donates to Spread the Love campaign to assist Sharing Life Community Outreach

Mesquite, TX – April 2, 2021 –  April 2 is national Peanut Butter and Jelly Day, and we are proud to announce the donation of $1,000 by the Mesquite AMBUCS to Sharing Life Community Outreach as a part of the City of Mesquite’s Spread the Love pro...

Mesquite hosts April 8 virtual community health forum on minority health

Mesquite, TX – April 2, 2021 – As a part of its Recovery Mesquite efforts to help the community move forward and onward from the impacts of the pandemic, the City of Mesquite continues the virtual Community Health Forum Series on April...

Mesquite selects Kim Buttram as new Director of Economic Development

Mesquite, TX – April 2, 2021 – Kim Buttram has been named the new Director of Economic Development for the City of Mesquite. She returns to Mesquite where she served in the Economic Development Department as the Assistant Manager from ...

Upcoming District 2 and 5 community meetings

Mesquite, TX – April 1, 2021 – Councilmember Kenny Green, District 2 and Councilmember B.W. Smith, District 5 will have Council District meetings next weekend. On Friday, April 9 at 6 p.m., District 2 will have a meeting at Fl...

Mesquite announces Police Department promotions

Mesquite, TX - March 31, 2021 – Today, Mesquite Police Department Interim Police Chief David Faaborg announced the promotion of Lieutenant Brandon Borden to the rank of Captain and Sergeant James Stanley to the rank of Lieutenant. Captain Borden...

Mayor Bruce Archer proclaims March Theatre in Our School Month

Mesquite, TX – March 31, 2021 – On March 30, Mayor Bruce Archer celebrated Theatre in Our Schools Month. He presented a proclamation declaring March, Theatre in Our School Month in Mesquite and urged Mesquite citizens to suppo...

Mayor Bruce Archer honors Hispanic Forum of Mesquite President

Mesquite, TX – March 31, 2021 – On March 31, Mayor Bruce Archer honored the President of Hispanic Forum of Mesquite, Rachel Lopez for her service to the City of Mesquite and declared today Rachel Lopez Day.

Read the proclamatio...

Mesquite expands access to library services

 Mesquite, TX - March 30, 2021 – The City of Mesquite’s Public Library System cardholders now have the option to pick-up and drop-off library materials at specific Parks and Recreation facilities. This includes printed books, ...

Mesquite names David Gill as the new Assistant Police Chief

Mesquite, TX - March 30, 2021 – David Gill has been named the new Assistant Police Chief for the City of Mesquite. Gill has served more than 27 years in the Mesquite Police Department managing various operations and overseeing an array of progra...

Mesquite introduces Interim Police Chief David Faaborg

Mesquite, TX - March 29, 2021 – Today, the City of Mesquite introduced David Faaborg as Interim Police Chief. He has served as the Assistant Police Chief since 2015. Mesquite City Manager Cliff Keheley said, “David has demonstrated ext...

Read the Mar. 26 Council Connection

Mesquite, TX – March 29, 2021 – The Mar. 26 edition of the Council Connection is available online. Learn about Mayor Bruce Archer's State of the City address, Watch virtual Black-Owned Business Symposium and more.

Mesquite Police Chief Charles Cato announces departure

Mesquite Police Chief Charles Cato announces departure

Mesquite, TX - March 26, 2021 - 5 p.m. - Charles Cato has announced that today was his last day as the City of Mesquite’s Police Chief. The city will begin a national search for a rep...

City honors Assistant Police Chief Robert Piccioni

Mesquite, TX – March 26, 2021 – On March 26, Councilmember Tandy Boroughs, District 4 honored Assistant Police Chief Robert Piccioni who is retiring after almost 40 years serving and protecting the Mesquite community. Councilm...

Mesquite police officer receives citizen commendation

Mesquite, TX – March 26, 2021 – On March 25, Mesquite Police Officer Alan Gafford received a citizen commendation by District 6 resident, Charmayne Hightower, for the respectful way in which he handled a traffic stop with her and her autistic son...

MAJOR CLOSURE - Partial Bridge demo at Galloway Ave. at I-635

Source: TxDOT

All lanes of both northbound and southbound I-635 mainlanes between Galloway Avenue and Oates Drive will be closed on the evening of Saturday, March 27 to perform a partial bridge demo. Full closures of both Galloway Avenue and Oates Drive cr...

Furniture distributor headed to Mesquite with new shipping center

Source: Dallas Morning News

A furniture and home accessories distributor is headed to Mesquite with a major shipping hub. Steve Silver Co. has leased a new industrial building with more than 407,000 square feet of space.

The East Dallas Logistics Center bus...

Four DFW cities form the East Dallas Response Team to address mental health response

Mesquite, TX – March 24, 2021 – The cities of Balch Springs, Seagoville, Sunnyvale and Mesquite have partnered for the first time to provide funding that will help assemble a cross-jurisdictional approach to address mental health respo...

Honoring the victims of the tragedy in Boulder, Colorado

Sorce: Office of the Texas Governor

Please be advised that President of the United States Joseph R. Biden, Jr. issued the following proclamation lowering flags to half-staff immediately through March 27, 2021.

As a mark of respect for the victims of the sen...

How does Mesquite measure up? Here’s a list of Mesquite’s top rankings in 2020

Source: Dallas Morning News

In 2020, Mesquite made headlines for its housing affordability and quality of life. It also ranked among the country’s fastest-growing cities.

Below are some of the city’s rankings from 2020.

No. 4 for homeowne...

Mesquite presents Mayor Bruce Archer’s State of the City Address

Mesquite, TX – March 22, 2021 – The City of Mesquite has released Mayor Bruce Archer’s 2021 State of the City Address. Visit www.cityofmesquite.com/StateOfTheCity to view the video presentation.

Mayor Archer said, “I...

Watch virtual Black-Owned Business Symposium

Mesquite, TX – March 22, 2021 – On March 20, the Mesquite Tri-East NAACP, along with the Mesquite Chamber of Commerce, the Balch Springs Chamber of Commerce and the City of Mesquite hosted a virtual Black-Owned Business Symposium.

The symposium in...

Kim Britton Named Deputy Executive Director

Source: STAR Transit

(Terrell, TX) – Kim Goggans Britton has been promoted to STAR Transit’s Deputy Executive Director position responsible for the Marketing Department’s day-to-day operation.  She also overs...

Mayor honors MPD Sgt. Jason Taylor for three decades of service

Mesquite, TX – March 19, 2021 – On March 19, Mesquite Mayor Bruce Archer honored Sergeant Jason Taylor for more than three decades of service as a Mesquite Police Department - Texas officer.

Read the proclamation below:

WHEREAS,...

Atmos Energy to Perform Routine Natural Gas Maintenance in Mesquite

Source: Atmos Energy

MESQUITE, Texas – March 22, 2021 - Atmos Energy will perform routine maintenance resulting in the safe removal of natural gas on Tuesday, March 23, lasting from approximately 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. at 1800 Oates Drive in ...

Mesquite announces Lexie Woodward as Manager of Economic Development

Mesquite, TX – March 18, 2021 – Lexie Woodward has been hired as the City of Mesquite’s Manager of Economic Development and brings more than six years of community economic development experience to the City. 

City Ma...

Mesquite hosts new virtual Community Health Forum

Mesquite, TX – March 18, 2021 – As a part of its continuing Recovery Mesquite efforts to help the community move forward and onward from the impacts of the pandemic, the City of Mesquite held its March Community Health Virtual...

Mesquite announces its new COVID-19 operational procedures

Mesquite, TX – March 17, 2021 – The City of Mesquite will not require, but will encourage, the public to wear face coverings in its facilities and while attending its public meetings. After receiving input from the City Council at thei...

Mesquite City Council approves new noise ordinance

Mesquite, TX – March 17, 2021 – On March 15, the Mesquite City Council approved updates to the City Code to provide new tools to address noise complaints.  

Mayor Bruce Archer said, “Too often there are those in our c...

Find and fix leaks during the Environmental Protection Agency’s Fix a Leak Week, March 15 - 21

Mesquite, TX – March 16, 2021 – Help save water during the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Fix a Leak Week, March 15 -21. Household leaks can waste nearly one trillion gallons of water annually nationwide, so...

Read the Mar. 12 Council Connection

The Mar. 12 edition of the Council Connection is available online. Learn about the March 20 Bunny Trail Drive-Thru event, the Mesquite NAACP hosting a Black-Owned Business Symposium and more.

635 East Traffic Alert - Week of March 15

Below are upcoming closures this week, in addition to the ongoing nightly regularly scheduled mainlane closures, along various lanes of I-635 (both directions between US 75 and and I-30) and various lanes of I-30 (both directions between Gus Thomasson Roa...

Mesquite Minute: Community Development Block Grant Workshop

The City of Mesquite will host a virtual information session and workshop on March 19 from 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. to begin the process of accepting applications for its Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) for Program Year 2021-2022. This workshop is ...

Mayor honors former NAACP President

Mesquite, TX – March 10, 2021 – On March 10, Mesquite Mayor Bruce Archer presented a special proclamation to Denise Upchurch to honor her for her work as the previous Mesquite NAACP President and her contributions to the Mesquite community.

Read t...

Mesquite Arts Center invites vendors to take part in April Rocks! concerts

Mesquite, TX – March 10, 2021 – The Mesquite Arts Center (MAC) is inviting local vendors to take part in their weekly April Rocks! Events. Every Friday in April, the MAC will hold a concert on their North Lawn, 1527 N. Gallowa...

Mayor proclaims March 8 USA-Nepal Community Outreach Network Day

Mesquite, TX – March 9, 2021 – On March 8, Mesquite Mayor Bruce Archer presented a special proclamation to Dr. Vishnu Maya Upadhyay in honor of her contributions to the Mesquite community, for forming the USA – Nepal Community Outreach Network an...

Read the Mar. 5 Council Connection

Mesquite, TX – March 8, 2020 – The Mar. 5 edition of the Council Connection is available online. Learn about the monthly virtual community health forum on March 11, the emergency home repair assistance program and more. 

Mesquite cancels 2021 Mesquite Rodeo Parade

Mesquite, TX – March 8, 2021 – The City of Mesquite has announced the 2021 Mesquite Rodeo Parade scheduled for March 27 has been canceled out of an abundance of caution for the current coronavirus pandemic. This is the second consecuti...

Mesquite Animal Shelter holds March Madness Adoption Special

Mesquite, TX – March 8, 2021 – The Mesquite Animal Shelter is holding a March Madness Dog Adoption special. Until March 31, adoption fees for all dogs are 50% off. To view all dogs that are currently available for adoption, vi...

Mesquite hosted 4th annual Neighborhood Summit

Mesquite, TX – March 8, 2021 – The City of Mesquite hosted the fourth Annual Neighborhood Summit on Saturday, March 6. The Zoom event included guest speaker Catherine Huckaby, City of Fort Worth’s Community Engagemen...

Read the March Mainstream

Mesquite, TX – March 8, 2021 – The March edition of the Mainstream is available online. You can find the Community Calendar, Parks and Recreation programs and classes and Community News in this month’s Mainstream.

Mesquite Tri-East NAACP hosts March 20 Black-Owned Business Symposium

Mesquite, TX – March 5, 2021 – The Mesquite Tri-East NAACP will host a virtual Mesquite Black-Owned Business Symposium on Saturday, March 20 at 10 a.m. Join at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85676478004 or by telephone (for higher quality, ...

Mesquite to host March 20 Bunny Trail Drive-Through Event

Mesquite, TX – February 17, 2021 – The City of Mesquite Parks and Recreation will host a drive-through Easter egg event. The Bunny Trail is Saturday, March 20, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Westlake Park, 601 Gross Road. The free event will feat...

Mesquite hosts March 11 community health forum on nutrition

Mesquite, TX – March 4, 2021 – As a part of its Recovery Mesquite efforts to help the community move forward and onward from the impacts of the pandemic, the City of Mesquite continues the virtual Community Health Forum Series on March...

Mesquite hosts Community Development Block Grant workshop on March 19

Mesquite, TX – March 4, 2021 – The City of Mesquite will host a virtual information session and workshop on March 19 from 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. to begin the process of accepting applications for its Community Develo...

Elements International expanding in Mesquite

Elements International is a relatively new kid on the block when it comes to putting down business roots in Mesquite – having announced the move of its domestic warehouse and office headquarters here in the summer of 2018 and making the relocation officia...

Full Closure of I-635 at Oates Drive to Perform Bridge Work

MESQUITE – All lanes of both northbound and southbound I-635 at Oates Drive will be closed this Saturday evening to perform a partial bridge demolition for the 635 East Project. A full closure of Oates Drive at I-635 will also be required in add...

Mesquite hosts new virtual Community Health Forum

Mesquite, TX – March 2, 2021 – As a part of its continuing Recovery Mesquite efforts to help the community move forward and onward from the impacts of the pandemic, the City of Mesquite held its first Community Health Virtual ...

Mesquite announces relief plan for its water utility customers

Mesquite, TX – March 1, 2021 – Today, the City of Mesquite announced it will provide its water utility customers relief from excessive water used as a result of the winter storm. The city will automatically charge customers ba...

Mesquite hosts virtual Neighborhood Summit on March 6

Mesquite, TX – March 1, 2021 – The City of Mesquite will host the fourth Annual Neighborhood Summit on Saturday, March 6, from 9 – 11 a.m. The virtual summit will feature guest speaker Catherine Huckaby, City of Fort...

Governor’s Small Business Team hosts Small business Webinar

Mesquite, TX – February 26, 2021 – On March 3 at 1 p.m., the Governor’s Small Business Team will host a webinar for Texas small business owners to provide an update on the new round of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) funding and other disaster ...

Mesquite continues public distribution of free bottled water Feb. 27 and 28

Mesquite, TX – February 26, 2021 – The City of Mesquite will provide one case of bottled water per household, per day while supplies last to residents currently without water due to plumbing issues caused by the winter storm. The distr...

National Weather Service hosts Severe Weather Awareness Week

Mesquite, TX – February 26, 2021 – During the week of March 1-5, the National Weather Service Fort Worth will host Severe Weather Awareness Week. The City of Mesquite invites residents to stay weather aware and learn how to pr...

North Texas Municipal Water District Lifts Extreme Winter Weather Conservation Measures

Source: North Texas Municipal Water District

WYLIE, TX – February 25, 2021 – The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) lifts its request to curtail or limit non-essential water use within its service area. In coordinatio...

Mesquite Police Department graduates five new recruits from Basic Peace Officer Course

Mesquite, TX – February 24, 2021 – On Feb. 19, five new Mesquite Police Officers graduated from the Mesquite Police Department’s (MPD) Basic Peace Officer Course (BPOC). This is the 14^th graduation class to complete the inter...

Upcoming Hearings on Statewide Electrical Blackouts

The Texas House and Senate committees will hold hearings Thursday, Feb. 25 on the statewide electrical blackouts during last week’s weather event.

Click here to submit comments to the Texas House State Affairs and Texas House Energy Resources Com...

Mesquite receives Economic Excellence recognition five years in a row

Mesquite, TX – February 24, 2021 – For the fifth year in a row, the City of Mesquite’s Economic Development Department received the Economic Excellence Recognition from the Texas Economic Development Council. In 2020...

REMINDER: Annual Water System Maintenance Planned March 1 – 29

Source: North Texas Municipal Water District

WYLIE, TX – Feb. 23, 2021: The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) will temporarily change the disinfectant in its water treatment process from March 1 through March 29, 2021. The ann...

SBA Stands Ready to Assist Texas Businesses and Residents Affected by the Severe Winter Storms

Source: U.S. Small Business Administration

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Low-interest federal disaster loans are now available to Texas businesses and residents as a result of President Biden’s major disaster declaration, U.S. Small Business Adm...

Resources available to Mesquite residents after winter storm

Mesquite, TX – February 23, 2021 – The City of Mesquite is offering several resources and programs to assist residents after last week’s winter storm. First, bottled water is available to residents who are currently without w...

Mesquite announces Storm Recovery Hotline

Mesquite, TX – February 22, 2021 – The City of Mesquite has set up a Storm Recovery Hotline for residents to call in response to last week’s winter storm. The Storm Recovery Hotline will provide information on recovery effort...

PUC Emergency Actions to protect Texas electricity customers

Austin, TX – In an emergency open meeting, timed to prevent possible disconnections for non- payment on Monday, the Public Utility Commission of Texas issued a series of orders intended to protect Texas electricity customers while leader...

Mesquite to distribute free bottled water to the public on Feb. 22

Mesquite, TX – February 22, 2021 – The City of Mesquite has received another limited supply of water for distribution to the public who are currently without water due to plumbing issues.  The distribution of the free water wi...

Mesquite anuncia Programa de Asistencia para Reparación de Hogares de Emergencia

Mesquite, TX – 22 de febrero de 2021 – En respuesta a los daños causados a los hogares en su comunidad por la tormenta de invierno de la semana pasada, la Ciudad de Mesquite está promoviendo su Programa de Asisten...

Mesquite announces Emergency Home Repair Assistance Program

Mesquite, TX – February 22, 2021 – In response to the damage caused to homes in its community by last week’s winter storm, the City of Mesquite is promoting its Emergency Home Repair Assistance Program. This program ...

Governor Abbott, HHSC Announce Federal Approval Allowing SNAP Clients To Purchase Hot Foods

Source: Governor Abbott's Office

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today announced the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) received federal approval to allow Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients to use th...

Mesquite opens libraries to assist public with applying for federal assistance

Mesquite, TX – February 21, 2021 – 9:30 a.m. – The City of Mesquite will open both of the Mesquite Public Libraries on Sunday, Feb. 21, noon – 6 p.m., to provide the public free access to public computers to aid ind...

Mesquite begins public distribution of free bottled water at 1 p.m., Feb 21

Mesquite, TX – February 21, 2021 – 9 a.m. – The City of Mesquite has received a limited supply of water for distribution to residents currently without water due to plumbing issues. The distribution will occur on Sunday, Feb....

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White House Partially Approves Governor Abbott’s Request For A Major Disaster Declaration

AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott today announced that President Biden has partially approved Texas' request for a Major Disaster Declaration...

Message from city manager

Mesquite Residents,

We appreciate your efforts to make it through the winter storm. Now that the ice is melting, we need your help. Potholes and other damage to infrastructure are common problems following ice and snow.  Please help up by reportin...

Governor Abbott, TDEM Urge Texans To Submit Self Reporting Damage Survey

Source: Office of Governor Greg Abbott

AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) are encouraging Texans to complete the Self Reporting Damage Survey to help the state identify damages across Texas and help emergenc...

Mesquite reopens libraries and animal shelter; continues residential solid waste service

Mesquite, TX – February 19, 2021 – 5 p.m. – On Feb. 20, the City of Mesquite will open both library locations, its animal shelter, and will continue with its residential solid waste and recycling service that it had resumed t...

STAR Transit Service Alert

Source: STAR Transit

Service Alert | 2/19/21 @ 3:00 pm: STAR Transit will resume Hutchins Shuttle Route 501 and STARNow service in Mesquite starting tomorrow, Saturday, 2/20 at their regular start times. 

STARNow in Terrell, Kaufman and Balch Sprin...

Mesquite lifts boil water notice to water customers

Mesquite, TX – February 19, 2021 – Updated 12:30 p.m. – The City of Mesquite has lifted the boil water notice issued on Feb. 17. The city’s pumping facilities are functioning normally.  However, increased d...

Oncor: Restoration Update 2/19

Source: Oncor

As of 6:00 a.m., there are approximately 27,000 remaining outages from the cold weather and lack of generation impacts experienced earlier this week. At the peak of the ERCOT directed load shed, more than 1.3 million customers were l...

Status Update on Fair Park Vaccine Operations

Source: Dallas County

DALLAS –Dallas County’s Fair Park vaccine operations will resume on Sunday, February 21 from 1-6pm. We will be providing second doses to those who were due for their second dose on or before Friday, February 12. If...

Mesquite resumes solid waste services; continues suspension of non-essential services

Mesquite, TX – February 18, 2021 – The City of Mesquite will resume residential solid waste and recycling service on Feb. 19 at 11 a.m. on roadways deemed safe and will resume collections during the weekend as the roads become more pas...

Mesquite requests Texas State Fire Marshal to Investigate House Fire

Mesquite, TX – February 18, 2021 – Mesquite City Manager Cliff Keheley has requested the Texas State Fire Marshal’s Office investigate a recent house fire on Wood Creek Drive.  

“The occupant of this house h...

Mesquite roofing company donates free roof to local Navy veteran

Mesquite, TX – February 18, 2021 – At the beginning of February, Kay Ward, a disabled Navy veteran and Mesquite resident, received a new roof for free from a Mesquite roofing company, Texas Vets Roofing. Mayor Bruce Archer and...

Natural Gas Supply Continues to be Constrained

Source: Atmos Energy

MESQUITE, TX – Feb. 17, 2021 – As demand for energy remains at unprecedented levels due to historically cold temperatures, suppliers continue to experience challenges with supply and delivery that limit the...

Mesquite Councilmember Sherry Wisdom receives Dallas College Alumni Award

Mesquite, TX – February 18, 2021 – Councilmember Sherry Wisdom, District 1, has been awarded the 2020 Distinguished Alumni & Pillar of the Community Award from the Dallas College Foundation. Councilmember Wisdom was just o...

City of Mesquite Boil Water Notice Update

Feb. 18 – 11 a.m.

Our water system is now providing adequate pressure through the system. Residents are encouraged to continue boiling water until our test results confirm there are no issues with water quality.  We will provide an all c...

Boil Water Notice Frequently Asked Questions

ONCOR: Emergency Update 2/18

Yesterday, ERCOT directed Oncor and other utilities to begin restoring power previously dropped from the electric grid. As a result of the increased generation and stable demand, Oncor has since been able to cease controlled, or rotating, outages.

As of 5...

Mesquite announces temporary suspension of all non-essential services on Feb. 18

Mesquite, TX – February 17, 2021 – The City of Mesquite has announced the temporary suspension of all non-essential services on Feb. 18 due to the forecast of the severe weather, with the essential services of police, fire and water re...

STAR Transit Service Alert

Source: STAR Transit

Due to ongoing winter storm and road conditions, STAR Transit continues to suspend all bus service through tomorrow (Thursday, 2/18). Further updates regarding service for Friday are forthcoming. The Call Center will open at 8:00 am fo...

Mesquite issues boil water notice to water customers

Mesquite, TX – February 17, 2021 – The City of Mesquite is advising all water customers who live in the north and central part of the city to boil drinking water and water used for cooking until further notice. The area impacted includ...

Status Update on Fair Park Vaccine Operations

Source: Dallas County

DALLAS – According to the National Weather Service, we will continue to experience below freezing temperatures through the remainder of the week. As a result, Fair Park vaccine operations will remained closed through Saturda...

Low Water Pressure Notice

Mesquite, TX – February 17, 2021 – 10:30 a.m. - The City of Mesquite is alerting residents to a reduction in water pressure due to an isolated issue at one of the City’s water pump stations.  

Customers may see a slow...

ONCOR: Emergency Update 2/17

Source: Oncor 

There continues to be a lack of available generation, and as a result, controlled outages remain in place as directed by ERCOT. Due to lowered power demand overnight, Oncor and other utilities were able to restore some of the previo...

Mesquite suspends non-essential services for Feb. 17 and announces free firewood

Mesquite, TX – February 16, 2021 – The City of Mesquite has announced the temporary suspension of all non-essential services for Feb. 17 due to the extreme weather conditions, with the essential services of police, fire and water recon...

STAR Transit Service Alert

Source: STAR Transit

Out of an abundance of caution and for the safety of passengers and staff, all service has been cancelled for tomorrow, Wednesday, 2/17. Further updates regarding service for the remainder of this week are forthcoming.  Please...

Kaufman County Warming Centers/Shelters

1. The Forney Police Department lobby is open as a WARMING STATION.  There is a public restroom, and we have a limited number of outlets to plug in devices. 
2. C-Life Church at 204 FM 1641, Forney is open as a WARMING STATION.  ***Thi...

Mesquite opens Evans Recreation Center as temporary warming center

Updated at 12:30 p.m.

Mesquite, TX – February 16, 2021 – Due to the continuation of rolling power outages, the City of Mesquite will open Evans Recreation Center, 1116 Hillcrest Street, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. as a temporary warming cent...

ONCOR: Feb. 16, 9 a.m. Emergency Update

Source: Oncor

Due to ongoing record-low temperatures and generation, ERCOT has continued to direct Oncor and utilities across the state to drop power load through maintained controlled outages. These controlled outages are occurring across the state and th...

Mesquite suspends non-essential services for Feb. 16, reschedules Community Health Virtual Meeting

Mesquite, TX – February 15, 2021 – The City of Mesquite has announced the temporary suspension of all non-essential services for Feb. 16 due to the extreme weather conditions, with the essential services of police, fire and water recon...

STAR Transit Service Alert

Source: STAR Transit

Out of an abundance of caution and for the safety of passengers and staff, all service has been cancelled for tomorrow, Tuesday, 2/16. Further updates regarding service for the remainder of this week are forthcoming.  Please s...

ONCOR: Emergency Update

Source: Oncor Communications

The Texas power system is currently facing an unprecedented shortfall of electric generation. The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) has requested Oncor and utilities across the state to implement controlled power ou...

Atmos Energy Offers Tips to Conserve Energy as Bitterly Cold Temperatures Arrive

Source: Atmos Energy

SUNNYVALE, TX - Feb. 15, 2021 – Below freezing temperatures have settled in for the next several days, including the possibility of snow and ice accumulations early next week. Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued a disa...

Mesquite cancels Feb. 15 City Council meeting

Mesquite, TX – February 15, 2021 – The City of Mesquite has announced the cancellation of the Feb. 15 City Council meeting scheduled for 7 p.m. due to rolling power outages. Items on the agenda will be moved to the meeting scheduled fo...

ERCOT Instructs Utilities to Begin Rotating Outages; Conservation Remains Critical

Source: Oncor Communications

DALLAS (Feb. 15, 2021) – Today, the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), the governing body that oversees the electric grid in Texas, has instructed utilities to begin rotating outages, which are co...

Tote-and-Go Service Canceled Feb. 15 due to weather

Due to the inclement weather, the Mesquite Arts Center will cancel the Tote-and-Go Services for Feb 15. The service will resume on Feb 22 at 12 PM.For any questions, please contact the Mesquite Arts Center at arts@cityofmesquite.com.. For at-home printabl...

Atmos Energy Offers Tips to Conserve Energy as Bitterly Cold Temperatures Arrive

Source: Atmos Energy

MESQUITE, TX - Feb. 14, 2021 – Below freezing temperatures have settled in for the next several days, including the possibility of snow and ice accumulations early next week. Texas Governor Greg Abbott issue...

Mesquite announces changes to city services due to forecasted weather conditions

Mesquite, TX – February 14, 2021 – The City of Mesquite has announced the temporary suspension of all non-essential services on Feb. 15 due to the weather forecast of extreme low temperatures and precipitation, with the essential servi...

City reminds residents to protect people, pets and pipes ahead of winter blast

Mesquite, TX – February 12, 2021 – With freezing temperatures expected to continue throughout the weekend and into early next week, the City of Mesquite wants to remind residents to protect the three P’s: People, Pet...

Mesquite Tri-East NAACP hosts Feb. 20 Black-Owned Business Symposium

Mesquite, TX – February 12, 2021 – The Mesquite Tri-East NAACP will host a virtual Mesquite Blacked-Owned Business Symposium on Saturday, Feb. 20 at 10 a.m. Join at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85980037237 or by telephone (for higher qual...

City reminds residents to bring pets indoors during Freeze Warning

Mesquite, TX – February 12, 2021 – With freezing temperatures expected to continue throughout the weekend and into early next week, the City of Mesquite wants to remind all pet owners that dogs may not be left outside when a F...

Mesquite launches new monthly community health forums in February

Mesquite, TX – February 11, 2021 – As a part of its continuing Recovery Mesquite efforts to help the community move forward and onward from the impacts of the pandemic, the City of Mesquite is beginning a series of Community Health Vir...

Dallas County and Fair Park Vaccine Hub Closed

Source: Dallas County

Mesquite, TX – February 11, 2021 – After conferring with the National Weather Service and due to deteriorating weather conditions that will keep roads icy into the afternoon, Dallas County offices (all non...

City Council Policy Retreat

Mesquite, TX – February 10, 2021 –On Saturday, Feb. 13 at 8 a.m., the City Council will hold their annual Policy Retreat at City Hall, 757 N. Galloway Avenue in Training Rooms A and B. The public may attend the meeting in pers...

City reminds residents how to keep their pipes from freezing

Mesquite, TX – February 10, 2021 – As temperatures plummet this week, it's important to protect your pipes from freezing. Here are a few precautions that will help residents decrease the chances of having plumbing pro...

Keeping The Arts Available In Trying Times

Source: Make It Mesquite

The Covid-19 pandemic may have shut down most live in-person performances but the Mesquite Arts Center – a sometimes-overlooked gem in the city’s crown – has managed to find a way to stay involved in t...

Governor Abbott, TDHCA Announce Statewide COVID-19 Rental Relief Program

Source: Governor Greg Abbott Press Office

AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) has launched the Texas Rent Relief Program — the first statewide rent and utility assistanc...

Read the Feb. 5 Council Connection

Mesquite, TX – February 8, 2020 – The Feb. 5 edition of the Council Connection is available online. Learn about Mesquite Fire Department 2021 Awards, how the community thanked Mesquite Animal Services Officers and more.

STAR Transit Board Elects New Officers

Source: STAR Transit

TERRELL, TX – Jerry Dittman, Carrie Gordon, and Dana Macalik have been elected chair, vice chair and secretary respectively by the Board of Directors of STAR Transit, the agency which provides reliable and affordable transpor...

Community thanks Mesquite Animal Services Officers

Mesquite, TX – February 4, 2021 – An organization is only as good as the people that work in it, and this year three Mesquite Animal Services Officers have gone above and beyond to help animals in need. Sr. Animal Officer Ladd...

DCHHS offers Emergency Housing Assistance Program and Texas Eviction Diversion Program

Mesquite, TX – February 3, 2021 – Dallas County Health & Human Services (DCHHS) is offering assistance to Dallas County residents through the Emergency Housing Assistance Program (EHAP) and Texas Eviction Diversion Program...

Mesquite Fire Department presents 2021 Awards

Mesquite, TX – February 3, 2021 – The Mesquite Fire Department (MFD) honored over 70 employees at the Feb. 1 City Council Meeting. During a prerecorded ceremony, MFD presented the 2021 Meritorious Awards to firefighters for their professional ach...

Mesquite moves forward to expand its animal shelter

Mesquite, TX – February 2, 2021 – The Mesquite City Council approved a $227,735 contract with GSR Andrade Architects to expand the existing Mesquite Animal Shelter facility by 4,000 square feet. The expansion will include more kennels ...

Dallas College Celebrates Black History Month with Lectures, Music and More

Source: Dallas College

February is the annual recognition of the 400-plus year history of African Americans in the United States. The month-long Black History Month celebration at Dallas College’s seven campuses includes events designed to reflec...

Mesquite announces a 9% decrease in crime during 2020

Mesquite, TX – February 1, 2021 – In Mesquite, burglaries and incidents of breaking and entering were down 52% in Dec. 2020 as compared to Dec. 2019, as was shoplifting by 26% and thefts of vehicles by 21%. These monthly results were a...

Neighborhood Credit Union offers Debt Management class

Mesquite, TX – February 1, 2021 – Neighborhood Credit Union will be hosting a free, virtual Financial Literacy class on debt management. On Feb. 10 at 11:30 a.m., Mesquite residents can learn common reasons why people find the...

Read the Jan. 29 Council Connection

Mesquite, TX – February 1, 2020 – The Jan. 29 edition of the Council Connection is available online. Learn about Mesquite appointing the first African American female of the Civil Service Commission and Personnel/ Trial Board, Mesquite Police and...

City of Mesquite receives 2020 Silver Fleet Award

Mesquite, TX – February 1, 2021 – The City of Mesquite’s Equipment Services Division of the Public Works Department was recognized as a 2020 Silver Fleet Award Winner for the second year in a row. The annual honor, a...

Community Development Block Grant COVID-19 Funded Programs

Mesquite, TX – January 28, 2020 – The City of Mesquite received over $1,500,000 in Community Development Block Grant – COVID-19 (CDBG-CV) funds for emergency assistance to individuals, families, public service agencies and small businesses direct...

Free rides to all vaccination locations

Source: Star Transit

TERRELL, Texas – STAR Transit is providing free rides for persons with confirmed appointment to get the COVID 19 vaccine shots. The curb-to-curb service extends outside of the agency’s service area. Rides are availa...

Mesquite sparks new access to traditional dances with Let’s Glow Crazy virtual event

Mesquite, TX – January 29, 2021 – The City of Mesquite’s Parks and Recreation shines a new light on the annual Daddy Daughter Dance and Mother Son Dance with the free virtual “Let’s Glow Crazy” D...

Lawson Road closures this weekend

Mesquite, TX – January 28, 2021 – This weekend, Lawson Road will be closed to all public travel beginning Saturday, January 30, at 7:00 AM, and remain closed until Sunday, January 31, evening, from Cartwright Road to the NTMWD and the ...

Westover Greenbelt Park features refurbished shelter

Mesquite, TX – January 27, 2021 – The City of Mesquite refurbished the picnic shelter at Westover Greenbelt Park at no cost to Mesquite taxpayers. The City of Mesquite’s Parks and Recreation Department was able to us...

Mesquite Firefighters and Police Associations donate to Mesquite NAACP Mental Health Scholarship

Mesquite, TX - January 26, 2021 – Today, the Mesquite Police Association and the Mesquite Firefighters Association-Local 1518 teamed up to donate $1,000 towards the Mesquite NAACP’s Mental Health Scholarship Fund that offers funding to students in the Mes...

Mesquite appoints its first African American female of the Civil Service Commission

Mesquite, TX – January 25, 2021 – T

The Mesquite City Council unanimously appointed Yolanda Shepard on Jan. 19 to the City of Mesquite’s Civil Service Commission and Personnel/Trial Board, making her the first African American female resident to s...

Governor’s Office offers Small Business Webinar Series

Mesquite, TX – January 25, 2021 – On Jan. 27 at 1 p.m., the Governor’s Small Business Team will host a webinar for Texas small business owners to provide an update on recovery resources through the U.S. Small Busines...

Read the Jan. 22 Council Connection

Mesquite, TX – January 25, 2020 – The Jan. 22 edition of the Council Connection is available online. Learn more about the Mesquite Metro Airport’s Strategic Plan, Free CDBG COVID-19 programs for Mesquite residents an...

Mesquite announces the passing of former Mayor Bob Beard

Mesquite, TX – January 22, 2021 – Today, the City of Mesquite announced the passing of former Mayor Bob Beard. City of Mesquite flags located at its facilities will be flown at half-staff through Sunday evening.

Beard served as City Councilmember ...

Mesquite one of top cities where young people are buying homes

Mesquite, TX – January 22, 2021 – According to a new nationwide study by SmartAsset, Mesquite has ranked fourth in cities where people younger than the age of 35 are most likely to own their own home. 

City of Mesquite...

Mesquite Metro Airport continues to soar to new heights

Mesquite, TX – January 21, 2021 – The Mesquite Metro Airport has a plane land or take-off about every six minutes. The nearly 86,000 operations in 2020 places the airport 164 out of 520 airports throughout the United States wi...

Read the Jan. 15 Council Connection

Mesquite, TX – January 19, 2020 – The Jan. 15 edition of the Council Connection is available online. Learn more about the Front Street Public Art Contest results, COVID-19 vaccine information for Mesquite residents  and more.

635 East Project Bridge Work Updates

Mesquite, TX – January 19, 2021 – There will be a full Eastbound and Westbound I-30 Mainlane closures at Galloway Avenue on Saturday evening, January 23 to perform bridge work. To learn more about closures for the 635 East Pro...

City of Mesquite announces Front Street Public Art Contest results

Mesquite, TX – January 14, 2021 – The City of Mesquite is excited to announce the results of Downtown Mesquite’s first public art contest, with the winner’s art to be displayed at the new Front Street Stati...

Mesquite welcomes Locke Supply Co. to the community

Mesquite, TX – January 13, 2021 – Major commercial building materials provider, Locke Supply Co., with 180 stores in seven states, has selected Mesquite, TX as the location for its next expansion. The 100% employee-owned compa...

Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas hosts MLK Celebration Virtual Job Fair

Mesquite, TX – January 13, 2021 – Looking for a job? Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas and the City of Dallas are holding a MLK Celebration Virtual Job Fair on Jan. 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Multiple employers will take part in the event and the...

Free CDBG COVID-19 programs and activities for Mesquite residents

Mesquite, TX – January 13, 2021 – Qualified Mesquite residents have access to a variety of recovery programs, like mental health counseling, utility and housing assistance and much more through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and...

Mesquite sees increase in feral hog activity

Mesquite, TX – January 12, 2021 – Mesquite Animal Services has recently received calls regarding feral hog sightings near Lawson Road. With land being cleared for new housing and commercial projects in Mesquite, feral hog acti...

How to pay your water bill online

Mesquite, TX – January 12, 2021 – The City of Mesquite has resumed water disconnections of delinquent accounts. City utility customers have several options to pay their water utility bill, including online.

To make a payment online, go to the City...

COVID-19 vaccine information for Mesquite residents

Mesquite, TX – January 12, 2021 – Mesquite residents in Dallas and Kaufman counties can now begin registering for the COVID-19 vaccine. To register, visit the Dallas County COVID-19 vaccination webpage. Registrants will be not...

Read the Jan. 8 Council Connection

Mesquite, TX – January 11, 2020 – The Jan. 8 edition of the Council Connection is available online. Learn more about the virtual celebration for Martin Luther King Jr. on January 16, watch the Drive Like Your Family Lives Here Public Service Anno...

635 East Project Updates

Mesquite, TX – January 11, 2021 – There are several closures for the 635 East Project that will affect Mesquite drivers from Monday, January 11 to Friday, January 15. To learn more about closures for the 635 ...

Paycheck Protection Program Reopens Jan 11

Source: Small Business Administration

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Small Business Administration, in consultation with the Treasury Department, announced the Paycheck Protection Program will re-open the week of January 11 for new borrowers and certain e...

Mesquite’s Historical Parks Now Open Saturdays

Mesquite, TX – January 8, 2021 – Historic Mesquite, Inc. (HMI) is announcing new visiting hours for Mesquite’s two historical parks in 2021. Beginning this January, Opal Lawrence Historical Park, 711 E. Kearney Stree...

Mesquite Economic Development Department presents quarterly report

Mesquite, TX – January 8, 2021 – The Economic Development Department presented the City of Mesquite’s quarterly report during the City Council meeting on Jan. 4. The report covered the third quarter of 2020, which in...

2021 Martin Luther King Jr. Day Virtual Celebration

Mesquite, TX – January 5, 2020 – Every January, the City of Mesquite along with the Mesquite NAACP celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This year, the celebration will take place on the City’s ...

City employee, female official Crystal Cooksey makes Texas high school football history

City of Mesquite Parks and Recreation employee, Crystal Cooksey, became the first female in Texas to officiate a Texas High School State Championship football game when she officiated the 1A-Division II State Championship Game January 5th in San Angelo. S...

Mesquite earns Employer of the Year award

Mesquite, TX – January 6, 2021 – With the loss of jobs in the community due to the pandemic, the City of Mesquite stepped forward last year to help the public gain employment opportunities, skills training and hope through a s...

Mesquite regulates sales of smoking paraphernalia often used for illegal substances

Mesquite, TX – January 5, 2021 – Beginning March 1, 2021, smoking paraphernalia commonly used for consuming illegal substances may be sold only in stores located within commercial or industrial areas in Mesquite through condit...

Mesquite Police Department gives updates on New Year's Holiday citations

On December 31^st, 2020, the Mesquite Police Department and the Mesquite Fire Department conducted a special deployment to help combat the unlawful use of fireworks and the discharge of firearms within the City of Mesquite.  The deployment was int...

635 East Project Updates

There are several closures for the 635 East Project that will affect Mesquite drivers from January 5 to January 10. To learn more about closures for the 635 East Project, visit 635east.com. To sign up for text alerts, send the message "635 East"...

Read the Dec. 31 Council Connection

The Dec. 31 edition of the Council Connection is available online. Watch the new District 4 video hosted by Councilmember Tandy Boroughs,  get updates on new road construction that began in November 2020 in the Town East Estates and Quai...

Restaurant Spotlight: The Curry Leaf

The Curry Leaf, located at 427 North Town East Boulevard, brings authentic flavors from North and South India right to Mesquite, Texas. The restaurant features their most popular dishes, like Chicken Tikka Masala and Chicken Biryani. Operations Manager of...

Councilmember Tandy Boroughs gives update on District 4

The City of Mesquite produces video updates hosted by members of the City Council in the districts they represent. Each video focuses on various issues and topics in their district as well as news items that affect the entire city. The most recent distric...

Read the Dec. 23 Council Connection

The Dec. 23 edition of the Council Connection is available online. Learn more about the solid waste survey, four city employees who received Real. Texas. Service. Employee Champion awards and how to celebrate safely in Mesquite.

Mesquite has aggressive plan to stop New Year’s Eve illegal gunfire, fireworks and DWI

Mesquite, TX – December 28, 2020 – “We will make arrests, we will issue citations and we will be visible on New Year’s Eve.” That is the City of Mesquite’s message to those who illegally shoot gu...

Mesquite approves two new Downtown Mesquite facade grants

Mesquite, TX – December 23, 2020 – More investment by property owners into their locations in Downtown Mesquite is on the way. The Mesquite City Council has approved two new applications for the façade improvement p...

Mesquite Arts Center announces January events

The Mesquite Arts Center is offering two free artist exhibitions in the month of January, Freedom From Grieving by Mesquite Artist, Paige Lehmann and a Collage/Ink Series by Lanny Quarles. 

Freedom From Grieving by Mesquite artist Lehmann includes...

Real. Texas. Roads. updates

Real. Texas. Roads. is the program name for the road repairs funded by the $125 million bond sale approved by voters in November 2015. Repairs under this program are limited to residential, 2-lane roadways.

Christina Hickey, Infrastructure and Asset Manage...

Mesquite recognizes four employees as Real. Texas. Service. Champions

Mesquite, TX – December 23, 2020 – At the Dec. 21 City Council meeting, four City employees were honored with Real. Texas. Service. Champion awards during a prerecorded ceremony. The Real. Texas. Service. Champions program celebrates employees wh...

City of Mesquite receives 2020 Planning Excellence Award

Mesquite, TX – December 22, 2020 – For the second year in a row, the City of Mesquite’s Planning Department was awarded a Certificate of Achievement for Planning Excellence by the American Planning Association Texas Chapter. The Richard R. Lillie...

How to recycle your live Christmas tree

Mesquite, TX – December 22, 2020 – Start the new year off right by recycling your real Christmas tree. Real Christmas trees are biodegradable, which means they can be easily reused or recycled for mulch and other purposes. Ple...

Read the Dec. 18 Council Connection

The Dec. 18 edition of the Council Connection is available online. Learn more about the amended parking ordinances taking effect on Jan. 1, holiday crime prevention tips and the City of Mesquite’s new alternate Municipal Court Judge. 

Mesquite Veterans Memorial will be a part of annual Wreaths Across America Day

The City of Mesquite announced the new Mesquite Veterans Memorial has been chosen to be one of more than 2,100 participating locations around the world for the Wreaths Across America program on Saturday, Dec. 19. The memorial, dedicated in November 2020, ...

Mesquite Police Department offers holiday crime prevention tips

The holidays are a time of joy, but it is also a time to avoid being a victim to a crime of opportunity. The Mesquite Police Department is reminding citizens how they can remain safe and how to prevent their packages from being stolen. Here are some tips ...

Mesquite Social Services Closing

Source: Mesquite Social Services

Mesquite Social Services (MSS) regrets to announce that it will be closing its doors on December 18, 2020. MSS has served Mesquite and the surrounding communities for nearly 58 years. Began by Mesquite resident, Jewel Westm...

Mesquite Municipal Court welcomes Greg Noschese as Alternate Municipal Court Judge

Mesquite, TX – December 15, 2020 – On Dec. 14, Greg Noschese was sworn in as an Alternate Municipal Court Judge for the City of Mesquite’s Municipal Court. Noschese joins Alternate Municipal Court Judges Janice McKee and Robe...

Mesquite begins education of amended parking ordinances and will begin enforcement after January 1

Mesquite, TX – December 14, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has started educating the community on amendments to the parking ordinances in residential areas, with plans to begin enforcement after Jan. 1, 2021. The amendments address commer...

Mesquite Neighborhood Services presents quarterly report

Mesquite, TX – December 10, 2020 – The City of Mesquite’s voluntary compliance continues to be the leading method of compliance in Mesquite, more than eight out of every 10 properties with an environmental code violation, such as high grass, is s...

Deputy Mayor Pro Tem, Councilmember Dan Aleman update on District 6

Mesquite, TX – December 9, 2020 – The City of Mesquite produces video updates hosted by members of the City Council in the districts they represent. Each video focuses on various issues and topics in their district as well as news items that affe...

Councilmember Kenny Green update on District 2

Mesquite, TX – December 9, 2020 – The City of Mesquite produces video updates hosted by members of the City Council in the districts they represent. Each video focuses on various issues and topics in their district as well as news items that affe...

STAR Transit Holiday Schedule

Source: STAR Transit

TERRELL, TX (December 8, 2020) – STAR Transit announces limited schedule for the holidays.      

Thursday, 12/24 (Christmas Eve)

• STAR Transit office is closed.
• No Demand Response service.
• No STARNow ser...

Mesquite will host two online public workshops for input on solid waste services

Mesquite, TX – December 8, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has announced that it will host two online public workshops to gather community input on its solid waste services as part of its effort in developing a 20-year master plan for the ...

Shop Mesquite - Bear Cave Coffee

Sean Belknap certainly isn’t bearish when it comes to a good cup of coffee. And as owners of Bear Cave Coffee in downtown Mesquite, he and his wife, Hillary, hope the people of Mesquite aren’t either.

But Sean says Bear Cave –...

A Message From Mayor Bruce Archer To All Citizens Of Mesquite

To All Citizens of Mesquite,

Last night’s shooting on Baretta is another example of growing violence and crime in our community.  While there are many wonderful things happening in our city and great progress taking place, the lawlessnes...

COVID-19 Hospitalizations for Trauma Service Area E Triggers Mandatory Capacity Reductions

Source: Dallas County 

DALLAS – Trauma Service Area E (TSA E), which includes Dallas County and the greater Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, today reached seven consecutive days where the percentage of COVID-19 confirmed patients in...

IH 635 Project construction this weekend

Mesquite, TX – December 3, 2020 – The Texas Department of Transportation has started construction on IH 635 LBJ East. Starting Friday, Dec. 4 the eastbound IH 635 mainlanes at Forest Lane will be closed to perform beam setting...

Mesquite seeks community input on its solid waste services

Mesquite, TX – December 1, 2020 – The City of Mesquite is developing a 20-year master plan for the solid waste services it provides to residential and commercial customers and is asking for public input through an online survey at www....

Small Business Saturday in Mesquite

Mesquite, TX – November 30, 2020 – As a part of its #ShopMesquite campaign, the City is encouraging residents to shop and dine in the community while attending holiday events to help support the local economy and businesses. 

This year's ...

City of Mesquite employees donate more than $36,000 to the community they serve

Mesquite, TX – November 24, 2020 – The employees for the City of Mesquite continue to give back to the community they serve as they raised more than $36,000 for local charities as a part of their 2020 Real. Texas. Giving. Campaign. In ...

Mesquite announces holiday event schedule and encourages local shopping

Mesquite, TX – November 24, 2020 – With the holiday season approaching, the City of Mesquite has announced a calendar of free activities to celebrate this festive time of year and is encouraging attendees to shop and dine at local busi...

Mesquite celebrates Christmas in the Park with new drive through format

Mesquite, TX – November 23, 2020 – The City of Mesquite Parks and Recreation’s free Christmas in the Park event, scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, December 5 - 6, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Westlake Park, 601 Gross Road, will be a ...

Picnic pavilion at Blackwood Park named after Jimmy Culver

Mesquite, TX – November 23, 2020 – On Nov. 18, the City of Mesquite named the picnic pavilion at Blackwood Park in honor of Jimmy Culver. Mr. Culver served on the City Council from 11982- 1991 and served on multiple boards for...

Mesquite encourages its residents to Shop Mesquite this holiday season

Mesquite, TX – November 20, 2020 – With the holiday shopping season approaching, the City of Mesquite has launched its #ShopMesquite campaign to ask its residents to shop and dine in the community to help support the local economy and ...

Mayor Bruce Archer asks residents to take time to help clean up neighborhoods this weekend

Mesquite, TX – November 18, 2020 – Mayor Bruce Archer is asking Mesquite residents to take some time this weekend to help make the City the cleanest and kindest in the country. One of Mayor Archer’s goals is to create a “cleaner” community and he...

Mesquite to test water meters as part of a process to evaluate a new digital metering system

Mesquite, TX – November 19, 2020 – From Nov. 30 to Dec. 11, the City of Mesquite will be working with Ameresco, Inc. to test randomly selected residential and commercial water meters throughout the city. This is the first step the City...

Mesquite ranked as 48th most livable mid-sized city in the U.S.

Mesquite, TX – November 19, 2020 – Six North Texas cities have been ranked among the “most livable” mid-sized cities in the U.S., including the City of Mesquite. In a study by personal finance technology co...

Mesquite approves zoning for new state of the art commercial facilities and new jobs

Mesquite, TX – November 18, 2020 – The Mesquite City Council unanimously approved a zoning change to planned development-commercial to provide for a new industrial park featuring two state of the art facilities developed by Huntington ...

Mesquite approves a new Animal Ordinance

Mesquite, TX – November 18, 2020 – The Mesquite City Council has approved and adopted revisions to the Chapter 4 – Animal Ordinance that amends the City Code enforced by the Mesquite Animal Services Division. The revisions in...

November Click it or Ticket Campaign

With the Thanksgiving holiday approaching, it’s more important than ever for motorists to be aware of the seriousness of roadway safety. That’s why the Mesquite Police Department is joining forces with the Texas Department of Transport...

Mesquite only North Texas city where renting decreased, homeownership increased

Mesquite, TX – November 17, 2020 – According to an analysis by apartment search website, RENTCafé, the percentage of homeowners in Mesquite jumped by 12% over the last decade, the only increase among the Dallas Fort...

Mesquite Police Department K9 officers go above and beyond

Mesquite, TX – November 16, 2020 – An organization is only as good as the people that work in it and the Mesquite Police Department (MPD) is no exception. This year, K9 Officers Jason Crawford and Jeremy Wilemon exemplified th...

STAR Transit Launches New Communications Service, Effective Now

Source: STAR Transit

Terrell, TX - STAR Transit’s new TripSpark software establishes ways in which riders can be assured they will receive service reminders and updates about their scheduled trips, according to Tommy Henricks, the agency’s Executive Direct...

Mesquite holds swearing in ceremony for new Municipal Court Judge Detra Hill

Mesquite, TX – November 13, 2020 – The City of Mesquite held a swearing in ceremony for new Municipal Court Judge Detra Hill. Judge Hill becomes the first female presiding municipal court judge in the history of Mesquite. Hill was appo...

Mayor proclaims Nov. 11 Bobby Robinson Day in Mesquite

Mesquite, TX – November 11, 2020 – On Nov. 11, Mesquite Mayor Bruce Archer presented a special proclamation to Mesquite resident, Bobby Robinson, in honor of his contributions to the Mesquite community, including serving as a member of the North ...

Mesquite announces extension to Dec. 18 for Mesquite Veterans Memorial brick sales

Mesquite, TX – November 11, 2020 – In recognition of Veterans Day, the City of Mesquite has extended the deadline to Dec. 18 for the public to purchase a personalized brick to be installed at the new Mesquite Veterans Memorial located ...

Mesquite residents have until Nov. 15 to apply for rent and utility assistance

Mesquite, TX – November 10, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has announced the deadline for its residents financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic to apply for assistance is Sunday, Nov. 15. The funds can be used to pay rent, ...

Mesquite dedicates the new Mesquite Veterans Memorial

Mesquite, TX – November 6, 2020 – The City of Mesquite held a small, private ceremony to dedicate the new Mesquite Veterans Memorial located at 425 S. Galloway Avenue. The memorial is open to the public beginning Nov. 7. The memorial w...

STAR Transit celebrates Rider Appreciation Week, November 9-14

Source: STAR Transit

TERRELL, TX – STAR Transit will celebrate Rider Appreciation Week, November 9-14. 

“To thank our riders, we are hosting a weeklong celebration with plenty of perks.  The riders are the inspiration t...

City celebrates Arbor Day

Mesquite, TX – November 6, 2020 – On Nov. 6, Mayor Bruce Archer helped celebrate Arbor Day in the City of Mesquite with a virtual event including Keep Mesquite Beautiful and Vanston Middle School. Mayor Archer urged all reside...

Officials Break Ground Virtually for TxDOT’s 635 East Project

Mayor Bruce Archer, Councilmember Sherry Wisdom for District 1 and Councilmember Kenny Green for District 2 joined state and local leaders in a groundbreaking celebration, done virtually, to commemorate the beginning of a five-year effort to rebuild and w...

City of Mesquite takes part in a virtual Job Fair

Mesquite, TX – November 5, 2020 – Looking for a job in Mesquite? The City currently has job openings. The Assistant Director of Human Resources, Jennifer Weldon, sat down with Steven Bridges with Workforce Solutions of Greater...

Councilmember B.W. Smith update on District 5

Mesquite, TX – November 5, 2020 – The City of Mesquite is producing video updates hosted by members of the City Council in the districts they represent. Each video will focus on various issues and topics in their district as well as news items th...

Mesquite’s “Get in the G.A.M.E.” Series

Mesquite, TX- October 30, 2020 – To promote health, wellness, and an active lifestyle, the Mesquite Parks and Recreation Department will launch the “Get in the G.A.M.E.” series for the month of November. G.A.M.E., which stand...

Mesquite sees decreases in crime

Mesquite, TX – November 2, 2020 – Mesquite announced an 11% drop in overall crime and significant reductions in certain types of crimes, highlighted by a 54% reduction in robbery, and nearly 300 less crimes committed during July to Sep...

Mesquite Veterans Memorial Announcement

Mesquite Veterans Memorial Announcement

The City of Mesquite has announced it will not host a public dedication event for the new Mesquite Veterans Memorial. This decision is in an abundance of caution for the safety and health of the public. However, the ...

Mesquite announces Municipal Court Clerk and Deputy Marshal of the Year

Mesquite, TX – November 2, 2020 – During a ceremony to celebrate Texas Municipal Courts Week at Mesquite Municipal Court, the City of Mesquite announced Thalia Guaida as the 2020 Clerk of the Year and Lawrence Allen as the 2020 Deputy ...

Mesquite’s American with Disabilities Act public survey ends Nov. 6

Mesquite, TX – October 30, 2020 – The deadline for the community to participate in the City of Mesquite’s American with Disabilities Act (ADA) survey is Nov. 6. The survey results will help address any specific concerns regar...

Mesquite announces new water rate structure with North Texas Municipal Water District

Mesquite, TX – October 29, 2020 – After nearly four years of negotiations, Mesquite residents can anticipate a better water rate structure in the future from the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD). The new contract t...

Mesquite Convention Center & Exhibit Hall is polling location on Election Day

Mesquite, TX – November 2, 2020 – Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3 and the Mesquite Convention Center & Exhibit Hall, 1700 Rodeo Drive, was selected by the Dallas County Elections Department to serve as a polling location o...

Mesquite Police Department hosts Drug Take-Back Day

Mesquite, TX – October 28, 2020 – On Saturday, Oct. 24 the Mesquite Police Department took part in the Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. Police collected 16 boxes of un...

Downtown Mesquite earns state-wide honors

Mesquite, TX – October 28, 2020 – Downtown Mesquite earned the prominent Texas Downtown Association (TDA) Best Traditional Promotion Event award for the Front Street Station groundbreaking celebration as well as the People&...

Mesquite offers residents free mental health counseling and referral services

Mesquite, TX – October 26, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has announced it is offering its residents access to free mental health counseling and referral services through a new partnership with the AZAR Foundation. Residents can call 833-298-9111 to...

November programming at the Mesquite Arts Center

Mesquite, TX – October 26, 2020 – The Mesquite Arts Center has developed a variety of free virtual and online programming for November, including new MAC Doodles and Tote-and-Go program workshops.

Mesquite Arts Center Manager C...

Mesquite Police Department hosts Drug Take-Back Day

Mesquite, TX – October 23, 2020 – The Mesquite Police Department is proud to take part in the Drug Enforcement Administration’s, National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. On Saturday, Oct. 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., ...

Mesquite announces Curt Cassidy as the new Director of Public Works

Mesquite, TX – October 23, 2020 – Curt Cassidy has been named the City of Mesquite’s new Director of Public Works effective Oct. 31 replacing Matt Holzapfel who announced his retirement.

City Manager Cliff Keheley sai...

Mesquite has more than $1.5 million available for its residents impacted by COVID-19

Mesquite, TX – October 22, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has announced it still has funds available to aid its residents who have been financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The funds can be used to pay rent, mortgage an...

Mesquite names water pump station after 37-year public works employee

Mesquite, TX – October 21, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has named a planned $12 million water pump station in honor of 37-year City employee Matthew Holzapfel, who is retiring at the end of October. Holzapfel is the Director of...

Mesquite selects Detra Hill as new Municipal Court Judge

Mesquite, TX – October 19, 2020 – The City of Mesquite’s Assistant City Attorney Detra Hill has been appointed by the Mesquite City Council to be the next Municipal Court Judge. On Nov. 13, Hill will become the first female a...

Mosquito spraying begins tonight

Mesquite, TX – October 19, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has received a positive West Nile-Virus report from Dallas County Mosquito Lab. Spraying will start tonight at 10 p.m. in the following neighborhood: North of Oates Drive ...

Mesquite seeks public input on ADA survey

Mesquite, TX – October 16, 2020 – As part of formalizing an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan, the City of Mesquite is looking for the community to participate in an American with Disabilities Act (ADA) survey to ad...

Mesquite Police Department connects with public through social media

Mesquite, TX – October 15, 2020 – To continue its ongoing efforts to connect with the community, the Mesquite Police Department has launched four new social media platforms: Facebook @MesquitePoliceTX, Twitter @MesquitePD_TX, Instagram...

STAR Transit Offers Free Rides To Voters

Source: STAR Transit

TERRELL, Texas – STAR Transit is offering free, round-trip rides to local polling places, encouraging all eligible voters to participate in this year’s general election.

The free service is available during early vot...

City receives 2020 Achievement of Excellence in Procurement Award

Mesquite, TX – October 14, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has earned the 2020 Achievement of Excellence in Procurement (AEP) Award, making the City one of only 46 agencies in Texas and one of only 69 Cities in the United States and Canada to receive...

Mayor proclaims Oct. 12 Jackie Grant Day

Mesquite, TX – October 13, 2020 – On Oct. 12, Mesquite Mayor Bruce Archer presented a special proclamation to Mesquite resident, Jackie Grant, in honor of his 27 year career with Walmart.

Here is the proclamation that was presented:

WHEREAS, we are...

Voting in Mesquite

Mesquite, TX – October 13, 2020 – Early voting for the 2020 Presidential election starts Tuesday, Oct. 13 and will go until Oct. 30. Find your polling location.

There are three locations in the City of Mesqui...

City receives Certificate of Distinction from Government Treasurers’ Organization of Texas

Mesquite, TX – October 13, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has been awarded the Certificate of Distinction from the Government Treasurers’ Organization of Texas (GTOT) for maintaining a comprehensive written investment policy that fully complies with...

Dallas County Public Health Committee guidelines for Halloween

Mesquite, TX – October 13, 2020 – Out of an abundance of caution in response to COVID-19, the City of Mesquite supports the Dallas County Public Health Committee Guidance for Halloween and Related Activities issued on Oct. 2. The guidelines offer...

Mesquite resumes residential curbside recycling Oct. 19 and hosts Recycles Day on Nov. 14

Mesquite, TX – October 12, 2020 – The City of Mesquite announced it will resume its curbside recycling program on Oct. 19. and the Mesquite Recycles Day will return on Nov. 14 at Poteet High School, 3300 Poteet Drive, from 8 a.m. - noo...

Mesquite announces Russell Wilson as new Fire Chief

Mesquite, TX – October 12, 2020 – Russell “Rusty” Wilson will become the new Mesquite Fire Chief on Nov.1 and will oversee 206 firefighters and seven stations for a fire department that responded to nearly ...

Mesquite’s Pumpkinpalooza Scavenger Hunt

Mesquite, TX- October 9, 2020 – To celebrate fall, the Mesquite Parks and Recreation Department has teamed up with local businesses to launch a citywide scavenger hunt called “Pumpkinpalooza.” Search for different displays by...

Mosquito spraying begins tonight

Mesquite, TX – October 9, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has received a positive West Nile-Virus report from Dallas County Mosquito Lab. Spraying will start tonight at 10 p.m. in the following neighborhood: South and East of Town...

Mesquite celebrates Addressing Mesquite Day

Mesquite, TX – October 8, 2020 – On Saturday, Oct.3 nearly 200 volunteers gathered throughout Mesquite to assist 27 homeowners with home projects such as painting, landscaping and other minor home exterior projects. T...

Mesquite Convention Center & Exhibit Hall to Host Dallas County Polling Center on Election Day

Source: Hampton Inn & Suites

DALLAS and ALPHARETTA, Ga. — October 8, 2020 — The Mesquite Convention Center & Exhibit Hall today announced that the event venue has been selected by the Dallas County Elections Department ...

Mesquite hosts virtual public meeting on Oct. 15 for proposed animal ordinance changes

Mesquite, TX – October 7, 2020 – The City of Mesquite is seeking the public’s input on proposed changes to the City’s ordinances that address the care, treatment, control and regulations of animals in the city. Ther...

Elks Lodge 2404 presents annual police, fire and citizen awards

Mesquite, TX – October 7, 2020 – At the Oct. 5 City Council meeting, Elks Lodge #2404 presented its annual awards for police, fire and citizen of the year during a prerecorded ceremony. Congratulations to Mike Smith, Police Officer of the Year; C...

Mesquite approves more than $5.5 million in new residential street repairs

Mesquite, TX – October 6, 2020 – On Oct. 5, the Mesquite City Council approved two separate contracts for a total of $5,586,886 in new residential street repairs. The repairs are a part of the ongoing Real. Texas. Roads. street bond pr...

Downtown Mesquite announces new website

Mesquite, TX – October 5, 2020 – Today, Downtown Mesquite announced the launch of www.DowntownMesquiteTX.com to feature businesses, events and history, and information aimed at entrepreneurs and property owners.

“We’...

Mesquite announces National Night Out plans

Mesquite, TX – October 2, 2020 – For the 2020 National Night Out activities, Mesquite is promoting programs that can be conducted year-round by residents to help foster safer neighborhoods. The new “9 P.M. Routine” ...

Mayor Bruce Archer proclaims Sept. 15 – Oct. 15 Hispanic Heritage Month

Mesquite, TX – October 1, 2020 – On Oct. 1, Mesquite Mayor Bruce Archer presented a special proclamation to the Hispanic Form of Mesquite and the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) Mesquite in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month from S...

STAR Transit updates routes, services in Mesquite

Mesquite, TX – October 1, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has joined with STAR Transit and other area cities in announcing updated services and routes effective Oct. 1. The updated public transportation in east Dallas County will ...

Mayor Bruce Archer proclaims Sept. 30 Mark Kerby Day

Mesquite, TX – October 1, 2020 – On Sept. 30, Mesquite Mayor Bruce Archer presented a special proclamation to Mark Kerby to celebrate his career including serving as Fire Chief since 2003.

Here is the proclamation that was pres...

Community thanks Mesquite Police Department officers for going above and beyond

Mesquite, TX – September 30, 2020 – An organization is only as good as the people that work in it and the Mesquite Police Department (MPD) is no exception. Police Chief Charles Cato and his team have made it one of their prima...

Mesquite Senior Meal program receives $500 donation

Mesquite, TX – September 30, 2020 – On Sept. 29, Griswold Home Care Mesquite and the Mesquite Elk’s Lodge 2404 donated $500 towards the senior meal program for the Parks and Recreation Department. They presented the ...

Mesquite North Branch Library to reopen on Oct. 5

Mesquite, TX – September 29, 2020 – The Mesquite North Branch Library, 2600 Oates Drive, will reopen on Monday, Oct. 5 with reduced branch hours.

Monday        10 a.m. - 6 p.m.Tuesday&nbs...

Read the Sept. 25 Council Connection

Mesquite, TX – September 25, 2020 – The Sept. 25 edition of the Council Connection is available online. Learn more about the City of Mesquite’s 2020 – 2021 fiscal year budget, the new restaurant coming to D...

Mesquite says Good Neighbor Day helps remind its residents to remain active and aware

Mesquite, TX – September 24, 2020 – National Good Neighbor Day is Sept. 28 and the City of Mesquite is reminding its neighborhoods of its “Project Porch Light” campaign which asks its residents to help create a more...

Mesquite thanks Addressing Mesquite Day sponsors

Mesquite, TX – September 24, 2020 – The City of Mesquite thanked Addressing Mesquite Day (AMD) Platinum Sponsors at Municipal Center. Jonathan Fredi of Atmos Energy and Mary Bradford of The Home Depot Foundation were presented...

Mesquite approves budget with a tax decrease and expanded services

Mesquite, TX – September 23, 2020 – The Mesquite City Council approved the City of Mesquite budget for fiscal year 2020 – 2021. The budget features a tax rate decrease for property owners, no increase in fees for water utilit...

Mesquite neighborhood steps up to help neighbor

Mesquite, TX – September 23, 2020 – A Mesquite neighborhood has gone above and beyond to help their fellow neighbor.

One day, a Mesquite resident, Mr. Browning, noticed his elderly neighbor, Ms. Wilma, tearing down her fence pi...

City of Mesquite requesting input on new Hazard Mitigation Plan

Mesquite, TX – September 23, 2020 – The City of Mesquite is updating the Hazard Mitigation Plan. Mitigation planning is a process to identify sustained actions to reduce or eliminate a long-term risk to people and their proper...

City Council approves resolution celebrating National Senior Center Month

Mesquite, TX – September 22, 2020 – At the Sept. 21 City Council meeting, Council approved a resolution celebrating National Senior Center Month in September and committing to the continued support of services and programs at ...

Keep Mesquite Beautiful hosts successful Trash Bash

Mesquite, TX – September 22, 2020 – Keep Mesquite Beautiful, Inc. (KMB) held its volunteer cleanup event, Trash Bash, on Sept. 19. More than 60 volunteers helped safely cleanup 52 bags of trash from 10 locations around the Cit...

Mesquite announces new Smith’s of Mesquite restaurant to open in Downtown Mesquite

Mesquite, TX – September 21, 2020 – The Mesquite City Council has approved an agreement for Smith’s of Mesquite to open a 6,000 square-foot full-service restaurant and entertainment venue in the historic McWhorter Gr...

Mesquite announces Cindy Smith as new Director of Finance

Mesquite, TX – September 21, 2020 – The City of Mesquite announced Cindy Smith as their new Director of Finance effective October 1. Smith, a Certified Government Financial Manager and Certified in Public Management, brings more than 1...

City of Mesquite seeking art submissions for Downtown Mesquite

Mesquite, TX – September 18, 2020 – The City of Mesquite is excited to announce a call for art submissions for their new Front Street Station project in Downtown Mesquite. Artists have until Oct. 24 to submit their artwork for...

Mesquite Arts Council earns $10,000 national grant to continue virtual programming

Mesquite, TX – September 17, 2020 – The Mesquite Arts Council has been awarded a $10,000 National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) grant for support of Arts Engagement in American Communities. The funds will support the Mesquite Arts Counc...

City Council meets Sept. 21

1. All persons present at the meeting location must observe social distancing by remaining a minimum of six (6) feet from other meeting participants and must wear a covering over their nose and mouth.
2. Members of the public desiring to comment during Citizens ...

Governor Abbott Expands Capacity For Certain Services In Texas

Source: Governor Greg Abbott Press Office

AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott today held a press conference to provide an update on the state’s ongoing efforts to combat COVID-19. During the press conference, the Governor issued Executive Orders expand...

Mosquito spraying begins tonight

Mesquite, TX – September 17, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has received three positive West Nile-Virus reports from Dallas County Mosquito lab. Spraying will start tonight at 10 p.m. in the following neighborhoods: Falcon&rs...

Urban Logistics Realty Lands 203,040-Square-Foot Lease in Mesquite

DALLAS, TX – September 17, 2020 – Urban Logistics Realty (“ULR”), is pleased to announce that it has executed its first lease at Urban District 30 (“UD30”) in Mesquite with 1000Bulbs.com, an awar...

Mesquite Police Department to deliver Slurpees and smiles to kids doing good deeds

Mesquite, TX – September 16, 2020 – Today, the Mesquite Police Department announced they are joining forces with 7-Eleven in their 25^th Anniversary of Operation Chill to make a positive connection with kids by passing out free Slurpee ...

10th Year for Living History Tour of Mesquite’s Past

Mesquite, TX – September 15, 2020 – This year marks the 10^th year for Historic Mesquite, Inc.’s (HMI) annual Mesquite Meander. Each year, HMI creates a historical stroll through Mesquite Cemetery with actors from the Mesquite...

Mesquite Municipal Judge Steve Crane announces retirement

Mesquite, TX – September 15, 2020 – The man who has led the Mesquite Municipal Court for more than a decade is retiring. City of Mesquite Municipal Judge Steve Crane has announced his plan to retire on Nov. 13. He has served as municip...

Mosquito spraying begins tonight

Mesquite, TX – September 15, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has received a positive West Nile-Virus report from the Texas Department of State Health Service Public Laboratory. Spraying will start tonight at 10 p.m. in the followi...

Mayor Bruce Archer proclaims Sept. 17 – 23 Constitution Week

Mesquite, TX – September 14, 2020 – On Sept. 14, Mesquite Mayor Bruce Archer presented a special proclamation to the Daughters of the American Revolution in honor of Constitution Week from Sept. 17-23.

Here is the proclamation ...

Mosquito spraying begins tonight

Mesquite, TX – September 11, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has received three positive West Nile-Virus reports from the Dallas County Mosquito Lab. Spraying will start tonight at 10 p.m. in the following neighborhoods: Along Bar...

Keep Mesquite Beautiful hosts Trash Bash on Sept. 19

Mesquite, TX – September 11, 2020 – Keep Mesquite Beautiful (KMB) will hold its volunteer cleanup event, Trash Bash, on Sept. 19 with adjustments to support public health guidelines. The modified plan will feature contact-free pick up ...

Support Mesquite nonprofits on North Texas Giving Day

Mesquite, TX – September 11, 2020 – Early giving is now open for North Texas Giving Day, an online giving event designed to empower the community to give back to local nonprofits. From now until Sept. 17 make a donation to a M...

Mesquite hosts 9/11 Memorial

Mesquite, TX – September 11, 2020 – The City of Mesquite held a private, sunrise memorial today to commemorate “Patriot Day” which is the anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack. Out of an ab...

Mosquito spraying begins tonight

Mesquite, TX – September 10, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has received two positive West Nile-Virus reports from the Dallas County Mosquito Lab. Spraying will start tonight at 10 p.m. in the following neighborhoods: Falcons Lai...

Mesquite Police Department hosts September 16 free VIN etching

Mesquite, TX – September 10, 2020 – The Mesquite Police Department (MPD) will provide free vehicle identification number (VIN) etching to the public on Sept. 16 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Sears parking lot of Town East Mall,...

Mesquite will host a 9/11 Memorial video broadcast

Mesquite, TX – September 9, 2020 – Instead of its annual public event, the City of Mesquite will host a live video broadcast of a private gathering for the 9/11 Memorial on its Facebook page www.facebook.com/cityofmesquitetx a...

Mesquite closes Reception Center for Hurricane Laura evacuees

Mesquite, TX – September 4, 2020 – After assisting nearly 17,000 people who evacuated their homes because of Hurricane Laura, the City of Mesquite has been asked by the State of Texas to close the Reception Center that has ope...

Mosquito spraying begins tonight

Mesquite, TX – Sept. 4, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has received three positive West Nile-Virus reports from the Dallas County Mosquito Lab. Spraying will start tonight at 10 p.m. in the following neighborhoods: Along E. Kearn...

Mesquite announces 300 new jobs as part of FNA Group expansion

Mesquite, TX – September 4, 2020 – The City of Mesquite announced the FNA Group is expanding to Mesquite with a new 400,000 square-foot manufacturing and distribution center located at 1371 S. Town East Boulevard. This new fac...

Mosquito spraying begins tonight

Mesquite, TX – Sept. 3, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has received three positive West Nile-Virus reports from the Dallas County Mosquito Lab. Spraying will start tonight at 10 p.m. in the following neighborhoods: Tealwood inclu...

Mesquite helps local NAACP secure $5,000 for new mental health initiative

Mesquite, TX – September 2, 2020 – Today, Dallas Regional Medical Center donated $5,000 to support the new Mesquite NAACP Behavioral Health Scholarship Initiative to offer funding to minority students in the Mesquite Independe...

City Council meets Sept. 8

In accordance with the Governor’s suspension of various provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act issued pursuant to his State Disaster Authority, and guidance issued on the suspension by the Attorney General’s Office:

1. A quorum of the C...

30 DAYS LEFT TO BE COUNTED IN THE 2020 CENSUS

Source: Census Bureau

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020 – Now is the time to be counted in the 2020 Census! Data collection will end on September 30, and the U.S. Census Bureau is encouraging everyone in North Texas to respond between now and the deadline of Sep...

Mesquite Animal Services has successful Clear the Shelters

Mesquite, TX – August 30, 2020 – The Mesquite Animal Shelter helped 82 dogs and cats find their forever home this week through the annual Clear the Shelters event eclipsing the 61 pet adoptions they achieved in 2019. The week-...

Mesquite seeks public’s help for locating two dogs suspected in bite incident

Mesquite, TX – August 28, 2020 – Mesquite Animal Services is seeking the public’s help to locate two dogs involved in an alleged severe bite incident this week. The dogs are described as two pit bull mixes, one as ta...

Mosquito spraying begins tonight

Mesquite, TX – Aug. 28, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has received two positive West Nile-Virus reports from the Dallas County Mosquito Lab. Spraying will start tonight at 10 p.m. in the following neighborhoods: East of Galloway...

Mosquito spraying begins tonight

Mesquite, TX – Aug. 27, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has received eight positive West Nile-Virus reports from the Dallas County Mosquito Lab. Spraying will start tonight at 10 p.m. in the following neighborhoods: Falcon&rsq...

City of Mesquite celebrates 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment

Mesquite, TX – August 27, 2020 – During August the City of Mesquite recognizes the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment, which guarantees all American women the right to vote, by highlighting important female...

Mesquite will host a video broadcast 9/11 Memorial

Mesquite, TX – August 27, 2020 – Instead of its annual public event, the City of Mesquite will host a live video broadcast of a private gathering for the  9/11 Memorial on its Facebook page www.facebook.com/cityofmesq...

Mesquite announces final phase of brick sales for new Mesquite Veterans Memorial

Mesquite, TX – August 27, 2020 – The City of Mesquite announced the final phase of public brick sales for the new Mesquite Veterans Memorial currently under construction at 425 S. Galloway Avenue. A limited number of bricks ar...

Mesquite opens up reception center for Hurricane Laura evacuees

Mesquite, TX – August 25, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has announced it has activated plans to open the Mesquite Reception Center, located at 15515 E Interstate Hwy 20, Mesquite, TX 75181 beginning at 7 p.m. for Hurricane Laura...

Bilingual caseworker helps Mesquite residents apply for COVID-19 aid

Mesquite, TX – Aug. 21, 2020 – As a part of their ongoing Recovery Mesquite efforts, Mesquite residents have access to a Spanish bilingual caseworker, Jasmine Bueno, to aid them in submitting applications through Catholic Char...

Mosquito spraying begins tonight

Mesquite, TX – Aug. 21, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has received four positive West Nile-Virus reports from the Dallas County Mosquito Lab. Spraying will start tonight at 10 p.m. in the following neighborhoods: East of Town Ea...

Mosquito spraying begins tonight

Mesquite, TX – Aug. 20, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has received three positive West Nile-Virus reports from the Dallas County Mosquito Lab. Spraying will start tonight at 10 p.m. in the following neighborhoods: Along both sid...

Mesquite Animal Shelter offers free pet adoptions August 24 - 29

Mesquite, TX – August 18, 2020 – As a part of the national Clear the Shelters campaign the Mesquite Animal Shelter will offer free pet adoptions August 24 - 29 and will be open for Clear the Shelters Day with special hours on ...

City of Mesquite celebrates 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment

Mesquite, TX – Aug. 18, 2020 – The City of Mesquite is celebrating local women leaders in honor of the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment, guaranteeing and protecting women’s constitutional right to vote. This m...

Mesquite announces Alejandro’s at Front Street Station restaurant in Downtown Mesquite

Mesquite, TX – August 17, 2020 – The City of Mesquite will welcome Alejandro’s at Front Street Station to Downtown Mesquite in January 2021 as the City Council has approved the lease agreement of a City-owned buildin...

Mayor Bruce Archer proclaims Aug. 17 Christina Hall Day

Mesquite, TX – Aug. 17, 2020 – In August, the City of Mesquite is celebrating local women leaders for the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment for women’s voting rights. On Aug. 17, Mesquite Mayor Bruce Archer kic...

Bloomfield Homes having success with Ridge Ranch

Mesquite, TX – June 25, 2020 –Bloomfield Homes is one of the major home builders in Dallas/Fort Worth. The new housing development in Mesquite, Ridge Ranch, will have about 800 houses in a master plan community setting.

Bloomfi...

Mesquite Police arrest street racer

Mesquite, TX – Aug. 14, 2020 – This week, Mesquite Police Department (MPD) officers answered a call about a large group of vehicles congregated in the former Minyard Food Store parking lot and driving recklessly. When officers...

Palos Verdes Lake dam improvements completed

Mesquite, TX – Aug. 14, 2020 – The Palos Verdes Lake dam project to improve the flood control at Palos Verdes Lake has been completed and the lake is ready to be refilled. The forecast showed minimal rainfall for the next few ...

Mosquito spraying begins tonight

Mesquite, TX – Aug. 14, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has received five positive West Nile-Virus reports from the Dallas County Mosquito Lab. Spraying will start tonight at 10 p.m. in the following neighborhoods: Across Motley D...

City Council meets Aug. 17

In accordance with the Governor’s suspension of various provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act issued pursuant to his State Disaster Authority, and guidance issued on the suspension by the Attorney General’s Office:

• A quorum of the C...

Mosquito spraying begins tonight

Mesquite, TX – Aug. 13, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has received a six positive West Nile-Virus reports from the Dallas County Mosquito Lab. Spraying will start tonight at 10 p.m. in the following neighborhoods: along Pioneer ...

Mesquite Fire Department completes new health and safety program for its firefighters

Mesquite, TX – August 13, 2020 – The City of Mesquite continues to do all it can to protect its firefighters with additional equipment, improved operations, and new facilities. During the past two years, Mesquite has invested ...

Mesquite Police Department Narcotics Unit makes major arrests

Press Release #2020-27

Narcotics Investigation

Several months ago, the Mesquite Police Department Narcotics Unit began investigating a low-level local narcotics dealer who was selling small amounts of marijuana and illegal THC products in the City of Mesqui...

Keep Mesquite Beautiful announces July Yard of the Month winners

Mesquite, TX – August 12, 2020 – Every summer, from June through October, members of the Keep Mesquite Beautiful (KMB) Landscape Committee select up to five residences within the city limits of Mesquite to receive the Yard of ...

Mesquite announces new Keep Mesquite Beautiful, Inc. Program Administrator

Mesquite, TX – August 10, 2020 – Selket Daese is the new Program Administrator for Keep Mesquite Beautiful, Inc. (KMB). The non-profit, volunteer-based organization is funded by the City of Mesquite and leads litter prevention...

Mosquito spraying begins tonight

Mesquite, TX – Aug. 7, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has received a 10 positive West Nile-Virus reports from the Dallas County Mosquito Lab. Spraying will start tonight at 10 p.m. in the following neighborhoods: Along Pioneer Ro...

Mesquite businesses can apply by August 23 for new forgivable loans from Dallas County

Mesquite, TX – August 7, 2020 – As part of its Recovery Mesquite efforts, the City of Mesquite announced small businesses located in Mesquite and who have been economically impacted by COVID-19 can apply for up to $50,000 in f...

Mesquite residents have access to COVID-19 recovery caseworker

Mesquite, TX – August 7, 2020 – As a part of their ongoing Recovery Mesquite efforts, the City of Mesquite announced Mesquite residents have access to a Spanish bilingual caseworker to aid them in submitting applications throu...

Police Chief Charles Cato presents Police Department Quarterly Report

Mesquite, TX – Aug. 5, 2020 – Mesquite Police Chief Charles Cato presented the Mesquite Police Department’s (MPD) Quarterly Report during the City Council meeting on Aug.3. The report covered crime statistics for the...

Mosquito spraying begins tonight

Mesquite, TX – Aug. 4, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has received a positive West Nile-Virus report from the Texas Department Of State Health Services Lab in Austin. Spraying will start tonight at 10 p.m. in the neighborhood bou...

Census takers will be in Mesquite neighborhoods

Mesquite, TX – August 1, 2020- As part of its Nonresponse Follow-up Operation, the U.S. Census Bureau is visiting every household that has not already responded to the 2020 Census to ensure a complete and accurate count. Complete your C...

Mosquito spraying begins tonight

Mesquite, TX – July 31, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has received ten positive West Nile-Virus reports from Dallas County Mosquito Lab in the following zip codes: six in 75149, three in 75181 and one in 75150. Spraying will sta...

Mesquite Police sees increased thefts during internet sales exchanges

Mesquite, TX - July 31, 2020 - Don’t sacrifice your safety, for the sale. That’s the message from the Mesquite Police Department (MPD). The rate of internet sales exchanges resulting in thefts in Mesquite is rising towards about 20% of...

Mesquite’s Summer Challenge Series

Mesquite, TX – July 31, 2020 –To celebrate summer, the Mesquite Parks and Recreation Department has been hosting a new, virtual challenge each week for residents as part of their “Mesquite Summer Challenge Series.” ...

Mesquite Veterans Memorial Brick Sale Extended to August 6

Mesquite, TX – July 30, 2020 – Due to overwhelming public response, the City of Mesquite has announced the deadline to purchase a brick for the Walk of Honor at the new Mesquite Veterans Memorial has been extended to 5 p.m., Thursday, ...

Aug. 3 Council Meeting

In accordance with the Governor’s suspension of various provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act issued pursuant to his State Disaster Authority, and guidance issued on the suspension by the Attorney General’s Office:

• A quorum of the C...

Mesquite residential recycling service cancelation is extended

Mesquite, TX – July 30, 2020 – The City of Mesquite announced the extended cancelation of its residential recycling service as it continues the monthly evaluation of increased quantities of household waste set out for pick-up ...

New COVID-19 testing site opens at Eastfield College

Mesquite, TX – July 28, 2020 – Dallas County Health and Human Services is opening a new mobile COVID-19 testing site in Mesquite. The testing location at Eastfield College, 3737 Motley Drive, will open on Aug. 3. It will be open Monday...

Mesquite has new funding assistance available for its residents impacted by COVID-19

Mesquite, TX – July 24, 2020 – As a part of the continuing Recovery Mesquite efforts by the City of Mesquite, Mesquite residents affected by the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic can now apply for new funds exclusively...

Mosquito spraying begins tonight

Mesquite, TX – July 24, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has received seven positive West Nile-Virus reports from Dallas County Mosquito Lab. Spraying will start tonight at 10 p.m. in the neighborhoods on both sides of Pioneer Road...

City of Mesquite begins search for new Fire Chief

Mesquite, TX – July 24, 2020 – The City of Mesquite is starting the search for a new Fire Chief. The Mesquite Fire Chief will plan, direct and review the activities and operations of the City of Mesquite Fire Department (MFD). They wil...

Robbery Suspects Arrested

Between 06/27/20 and 07/10/20, the Mesquite Police Department investigated two aggravated robberies that occurred at an apartment complex located in 19000 Block of IH-635 in Mesquite. In both cases, the suspects posted Iphones for sale via online selling ...

City of Mesquite’s Integrated Mosquito Management Plan

Mesquite, TX – July 23, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has an Integrated Mosquito Management Plan to help keep citizens safe. Each week, City staff with the Health Division set up 23 traps around Mesquite to measure the mosquito populatio...

City of Mesquite reminds residents to avoid the three C’s

Mesquite, TX – July 23, 2020 – The City of Mesquite continues to remind the community to follow everyday preventative measures to help slow the spread of COVID-19. Consider where you are going and stay safe by avoiding the Three C&...

Mesquite citizens thanks Mesquite Police Department for exceptional service

Mesquite, TX – July 23, 2020 – The Mesquite Police Department recently received a thank you letter from a Mesquite citizen who was stranded on IH 20 for nearly two hours. The citizen ran out of gas and was waiting for roadside assistan...

Mesquite Fire Chief announces retirement to serve in new role with the City

Mesquite, TX – July 21, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has announced that Mark Kerby will retire as Fire Chief on September 30 to begin a new role as the Special Projects Director. Kerby has been with the City since 1985 and has ...

Mesquite Police Department shares auto theft prevention tips

Mesquite, TX – July 20, 2020 – With a recent trend across Texas in the theft of newer General Motors vehicles, the Mesquite Police Department has launched a public awareness campaign to help educate the community on auto theft preventi...

Mosquito spraying begins tonight

Mesquite, TX – July 17, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has received six positive West Nile-Virus reports from Dallas County Mosquito Lab. Spraying will start tonight at 10 p.m. in the neighborhoods on both sides of Pioneer Road. ...

Mesquite Police Department graduates five new recruits from Basic Peace Officer Course

Mesquite, TX – July 17, 2020 – On July 17, five new Mesquite Police Officers graduated from the Mesquite Police Department’s (MPD) Basic Peace Officer Course (BPOC). This is the 13^th graduation class to complete the internal ...

July 20 City Council Meeting

In accordance with the Governor’s suspension of various provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act issued pursuant to his State Disaster Authority, and guidance issued on the suspension by the Attorney General’s Office:

• A quorum of the C...

Mesquite plans Budget Workshop for July 17 and 18

Mesquite, TX – July 14, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has scheduled the City Council’s annual Budget Workshop for Friday, July 17 beginning at 1 p.m. and continuing on Saturday, July 18 beginning at 12 p.m. The worksho...

I-30 Mainlane Closures at Galloway Ave. for Two Consecutive Weekends to Perform Bridge Work

Source: Texas Department of Transporation

MESQUITE – The eastbound I-30 mainlanes at Galloway Avenue will be closed for a portion of this weekend (July 18-19) and the westbound lanes of I-30 at Galloway Avenue will be closed for a portion of next...

Mesquite issues 42 citations for illegal fireworks

Mesquite, TX – July 10, 2020 – During the Independence Day weekend, the City of Mesquite issued 42 citations for the possession or use of illegal fireworks, seized 120 pounds of illegal fireworks and made two DWI arrests as pa...

Mesquite begins funding assistance for businesses and residents impacted by COVID-19

Mesquite, TX – July 9, 2020 – As part of the Recovery Mesquite campaign, the City of Mesquite announced they will start providing funding assistance to its businesses and residents, impacted by COVID-19, through the Coronaviru...

July is Independent Retailer Month

Mesquite, TX – July 9, 2020 – The City of Mesquite is celebrating Independent Retailer Month and encouraging residents to #ShopMesquite. Independent Retailer Month is a shop local event that runs annually throughout July, enco...

COVID-19 Testing Site in Mesquite

Source: Walmart

MESQUITE, TX – July 7, 2020 – A COVID-19 drive-thru testing is now open at the drive-thru pharmacy window of the Walmart Neighborhood Market located 915 N Town East Blvd. The site is supported by Walmart, Quest Diagnosti...

Mesquite City Council approves resolution condemning racism and committing to equality

Mesquite, TX – July 7, 2020 – The Mesquite City Council unanimously approved a Resolution on July 6, condemning racism and committing to community, inclusion and equality.

Mayor Bruce Archer said, “Tonight, in the Cit...

Mesquite to host July 14 virtual Town Hall meeting on City’s budget

Mesquite, TX – July 7, 2020 – The City of Mesquite seeks the public’s input on its budget and is hosting a virtual town hall meeting on July 14, beginning at 7 p.m. for public participation. The virtual meeting is ac...

The City of Mesquite regrets to announce today’s passing of former Mayor John Monaco

Mesquite, TX - July 6, 2020 - Monaco served on the City Council from 2001 - 2015, and as Mayor from November 2007 - May 2015. During Monaco’s tenure, Mesquite launched many community programs that are still making a significant impact today. He ...

July is Smart Irrigation Month

Source: North Texas Municipal Water District

WYLIE, TX – July 1, 2020:  North Texans are encouraged to tune up irrigation systems to avoid over watering landscapes during the hottest summer months. July is Smart Irrigation Month...

Gov. Abbott Establishes Statewide Face Covering Requirement, Issues Proclamation To Limit Gatherings

Source: The State of Texas Governor’s Office

AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott today issued an Executive Order requiring all Texans to wear a face covering over the nose and mouth in public spaces in counties with 20 or more positive COVID-19 cases, ...

Mosquito spraying begins tonight

Mesquite, TX – July 2, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has received a positive West Nile-Virus report from Dallas County Mosquito Lab. Spraying will start tonight at 10 p.m. in the area along IH 635, Allen Drive, Potter Lane, S. P...

July 6 City Council Meeting

In accordance with the Governor’s suspension of various provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act issued pursuant to his State Disaster Authority, and guidance issued on the suspension by the Attorney General’s Office:

• Members of the pu...

Mesquite's Finance Department employees donate to local food pantries

July 1, 2020 - Mesquite, TX - The City of Mesquite’s Finance Department employees decided to take the City’s annual Spread the Love campaign to feed kids during the summer with PBJ sandwiches to new heights by donating all kinds of non...

Mesquite extends cancelation of curbside residential recycling collection to August 3

Mesquite, TX – June 30, 2020 – With more people staying home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Mesquite has experienced significant increases in the amount of household trash being placed out for collection. Today the ...

Mesquite to address illegal fireworks, gunfire and DWI for Independence Day holiday

Mesquite, TX – June 26, 2020 – In Mesquite, it is illegal to possess or use fireworks and to shoot a gun into the air. In advance of the July 4^th weekend, the City of Mesquite is reminding the community about those laws as wel...

Governor Abbott Takes Executive Action To Contain Spread Of COVID-19

Source: Governor Greg Abbott’s Office

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today issued an executive order limiting certain businesses and services as part of the state’s effort to contain the spread of COVID-19. This decision comes ...

Mesquite seeks input from residents on the City’s budget

Mesquite, TX – June 25, 2020 – The City of Mesquite is offering its residents an opportunity to provide their input on the City’s budget using an online survey at www.cityofmesquite.com/Budget through July 7. A porti...

Successful grant program helps improve businesses in Downtown Mesquite

Mesquite, TX – June 25, 2020 – The successful Façade Grant Program is creating visible changes in Downtown Mesquite. The City started the Downtown Mesquite Façade Improvement Program in 2019. It was creat...

Mesquite announces one of the largest industrial business parks in Kaufman County

Mesquite, TX – June 24, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has announced a proposed master-planned industrial business park, located on more than 280 acres with the capacity to accommodate more than 3 million square-feet of space, th...

Texas Counts Campaign makes stop in Mesquite on June 25 promoting the 2020 Census

Mesquite, TX – June 24, 2020 – The U.S. Census Bureau is joining the Texas Counts Campaign on a virtual road trip this week, bringing awareness to the Census to all regions of Texas. On June 25, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.,...

Mesquite businesses and customers are required to wear face coverings beginning June 24

Mesquite, TX – June 23, 2020 – The City of Mesquite reminds its community of the Dallas County Commissioner’s Court Order that requires all business employees and customers to wear a face covering while inside a busi...

Reopening plans for Mesquite Arts Center, Historic Mesquite, Inc., Parks and Recreation

Mesquite, TX – June 22, 2020 – The City of Mesquite will open the Mesquite Arts Center and Historic Mesquite, Inc. in phases beginning June 29, with new events and programs, and multi-use courts in parks as well as recreation ...

Mesquite Arts Center and Historic Mesquite, Inc. announce reopening plans

Mesquite, TX – June 19, 2020 – Mesquite will reopen the Mesquite Arts Center and Historic Mesquite, Inc. in phases during the next few weeks beginning June 29. The openings will feature new programs and events as well as new p...

Downtown Mesquite Honored with National Accreditation

Mesquite, TX – June 18, 2020 – The Mesquite Downtown Development program has earned a designation as a Nationally Accredited Main Street program. The honor was announced on Wednesday by the National Main Street Center. Downtow...

Mayor Archer asks neighbors to be outside on June 23

Mesquite, TX – June 18, 2020 – Mayor Bruce Archer is asking Mesquite residents to sit outside on June 23. One of Mayor Archer’s goals is to create a “kinder and gentler” community and he is asking...

City thanks front line workers at grocery stores

Mesquite, TX – June 17, 2020 – Mayor Bruce Archer and Mayor Pro Tem Robert Miklos visited El Rio Grande Latin Market this week to thank front line employees for their service to the Mesquite community. Mayor Archer plans to jo...

City Council extends local state of disaster for public health emergency

Mesquite, TX – June 16, 2020 – At the June 15 Council meeting, the City Council voted to extend a Declaration of Local Disaster for the Public Health Emergency issued by Mayor Bruce Archer on March 23. The document provides pr...

Mosquito spraying begins tonight

Mesquite, TX – June 12, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has received a positive West Nile-Virus report from Dallas County Mosquito Lab. Spraying will start tonight at 10 p.m. in the area along IH 635, Hickory Tree Road, Lake June ...

Mesquite’s Summer Challenge Series

Mesquite, TX – June 12, 2020 – To celebrate summer, the Mesquite Parks and Recreation Department has launched a social media contest called “The Mesquite Summer Challenge Series.” Everyone can participate in the fun...

COVID-19 testing site to open in Mesquite on June 16

Source: Walmart

MESQUITE, TEXAS – JUNE 10, 2020 - A COVID-19 drive-thru testing will open on Tuesday, June 16, at the drive-thru pharmacy window of the Walmart Neighborhood Market located 915 N Town East Blvd., Mesquite, TX 75150. The site is sup...

June 15 City Council Meeting

In accordance with the Governor’s suspension of various provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act issued pursuant to his State Disaster Authority, and guidance issued on the suspension by the Attorney General’s Office:

• Members of the pu...

Mesquite City Council members meet with NAACP

Mesquite, TX – June 9, 2020 – On June 8, Mayor Bruce Archer, Mayor Pro Tem Robert Miklos, Deputy Pro Tem Dan Aleman and other city staff met with representatives of the Mesquite TX Tri East-NAACP. The goal of the meeting was t...

Mesquite expands services and programs

Mesquite, TX – June 9, 2020 – The Mesquite Public Library System, Parks and Recreation summer camp and other selective City services will be opening in response to Governor Greg Abbott’s announcement of Phase III To ...

Spradley Farms Development Issues Resolved

Mesquite, TX – June 9, 2020 – The City of Mesquite and the developers of Spradley Farms, a premier 2,500 home development on IH 20 in Kaufman County, have reached an agreement moving the development forward.

Mesquite Mayor Bruc...

COVID-19 Testing at Memorial Stadium on Wednesday, June 10

Mesquite, TX – June 8, 2020 – The Texas Division of Emergency Management in coordination with state and local partners, will be opening a mobile COVID-19 testing site in Mesquite on Wednesday, June 10 at Memorial Stadium, 2500...

Mosquito spraying begins tonight

Mesquite, TX – June 5, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has received its first positive West Nile-Virus report of the year from Dallas County Mosquito Lab. Spraying will start tonight in the area along IH 635, Hickory Tree Road, La...

Mesquite’s Summer Challenge Series

Mesquite, TX – June 5, 2020 – Calling all competitors. To celebrate summer, the Mesquite Parks and Recreation Department is launching a social media contest called “The Mesquite Summer Challenge Series.” The social ...

Mesquite Championship Rodeo returns on June 6

Mesquite, TX – June 5, 2020 – The Mesquite Championship Rodeo (MCR) is riding into town this weekend. Saturday, June 6 marks the start of the 13-week series at the Mesquite Arena, 1818 Rodeo Drive. Experience the true spirit o...

Mesquite Animal Shelter and Adoption Center will Re-Open on June 8

Mesquite, TX – June 4, 2020 – The Mesquite Animal Shelter and Adoption Center, 1650 Gross Road, will reopen on Monday, June 8. Trapping and issuance of trapping permits will also resume. The City is asking all customers to wea...

Mesquite Neighborhood Services presents quarterly report

Mesquite, TX – June 3, 2020 – Neighborhood Services presented the City of Mesquite’s quarterly environmental code report during the City Council meeting on June 1. The report covered the second quarter of fiscal year...

Dallas County Community College District offers free online Returning to Work courses

Mesquite, TX – June 3, 2020 – The Dallas County Community College District (DCCCD) has developed two new courses to streamline the process of reopening after the COVID-19 pandemic. Together with its training partner, 180 Skill...

Mayor Bruce Archer issues statement on today's NAACP press conference

May 31, 2020 - Mesquite, TX - Mesquite Mayor Bruce Archer issued this statement today:

Today reminded me why I am so proud of the Mesquite community and humbled to serve as Mayor. As some cities across the United States face turmoil and tensions in respons...

Press Conference planned by Mesquite NAACP

Mesquite, TX - May 31, 2020  - The Mesquite NAACP has planned a 3:30 p.m. press conference for Mesquite City Hall, 757 N. Galloway Ave. The event has been discussed and planned with City of Mesquite.

Read on...

Town East Mall closes early

Mesquite, TX – May 30, 2020 – In an abundance of caution, Town East Mall has closed early due to protests planned at NorthPark Center and the Galleria Dallas. Each of these malls closed and Town East Mall management made the d...

Próxima Elección de Desempate del Partido Demócrata Martes, 14 de Julio del 2020

Source: Departamento de Elecciones del Condado Dallas

VOTACIÓN ADELANTADA EMPIEZA EL LUNES, 29 DE JUNIO DEL 2020 A LAS 8AM Cualquier votante calificado para la elección de desempate del partido demócrata el martes ...

Upcoming Democratic Primary Runoff Election Tuesday, July 14, 2020

Source: Dallas County Elections Department

EARLY VOTING IN-PERSON BEGINS MONDAY, JUNE 29, 2020 at 8AM

Any qualified voter for the Tuesday, July 14, 2020 Democratic Primary Runoff Election may vote in person at any of the forty-five (45) early voting locatio...

U.S. Census Bureau Resumes Field Operations in Tarrant and Dallas County

Source: U.S. Census Bureau

MAY 29, 2020 — The U.S. Census Bureau, in coordination with federal, state and local health officials, will open up their Area Census Offices and resume operations on Monday, June 1, for their Arlington, Duncanville, Fa...

June 1 City Council Meeting

Mesquite City Council will meet on June 1, at City Hall, 757 N. Galloway Avenue. The Pre-Meeting begins at 4:30 p.m. in Training Rooms A and B, followed by the Work Session at 6:30 p.m. and the Regular Meeting at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers.

In accordan...

Mayor Bruce Archer hosts virtual story time

Mesquite, TX – May 26, 2020 – Mayor Bruce Archer welcomed students and families into his office this week for a virtual story time. He checked out a book called A Picture Book of George Washington Carver from the Mesquite Publ...

Rodeo Rides On Despite Shutdowns

Source: The Mesquite Championship Rodeo

Dallas, Texas – The Mesquite Championship Rodeo is back and open for business. Since 1957, the Mesquite Championship Rodeo (MCR) has been captivating the attention of rodeo fans and tourists alike ...

The City Council appoints new Mayor Pro Tem and Deputy Mayor Pro Tem

Mesquite, TX – May 26, 2020 – At the May 18 City Council meeting, City Council appointed Councilmember Robert Miklos from District 3 as Mayor Pro Tem and Councilmember Dan Aleman from District 6 as Deputy Mayor Pro Tem. Both w...

Mesquite announces Recovery Mesquite activity and campaign

Mesquite, TX – May 22, 2020 – The Mesquite community is beginning to turn the corner from crisis to recovery due to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The “Recovery Mesquite - Forward & Onward” activ...

Mayor Bruce Archer provides update on COVID-19 pandemic

Mesquite, TX – May 22, 2020 – Mayor Bruce Archer offered the Mesquite community an update on City services, programs and other news regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Watch his video news release.

Mayor Archer addressed Phase II ...

Mesquite recognizes employees during National Public Works Week

Mesquite, TX – May 22, 2020 – Twelve City of Mesquite employees were honored during National Public Works Week. These annual awards celebrate high performing employees and supervisors in each Public Works division. In honor of...

Governor Abbott, CVS Health Announce 44 New COVID-19 Drive-Thru Test Sites In Texas

Source: Office of Governor Greg Abbott

AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott today announced that CVS Health will open 44 new COVID-19 test sites at select CVS Pharmacy drive-thru locations across Texas. These new sites will utilize self-swab tests and will be ava...

Mesquite BBQ Shares Recipe with Travel Texas

Mesquite, TX – May 20, 2020 – Get a taste of Mesquite from the comfort of your home with Mesquite BBQ’s pulled-pork recipe. Mesquite BBQ recently shared their popular pulled-pork recipe in an exclusive email newslett...

Mesquite opens access to parks May 22

Mesquite, TX – May 19, 2020 – At the May 18 City Council meeting, new plans were announced for the City of Mesquite’s recovery efforts due to the impacts of COVID-19. This includes opening access to parking lots, pla...

Volunteers needed for 2020 Addressing Mesquite Day

Mesquite, TX – May 19, 2020 – The 16^th Addressing Mesquite Day (AMD) will be held on Saturday, October 3, 2020. This annual one-day event is hosted in partnership with the Mesquite Ministerial Alliance and focuses on assisting...

Governor Abbott Announces Phase Two To Open Texas

Source: Office of the Texas Governor

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the second phase of the State of Texas’ ongoing plan to safely and strategically open Texas while minimizing the spread of COVID-19. Under Phase II, restaurants may increas...

Mesquite launches Shop Mesquite campaign to spur economic recovery

Mesquite, TX – May 18, 2020 – Shop Local. Dine Local. Buy Local. Those are the messages the City of Mesquite is using with its new “Shop Mesquite” campaign to encourage their residents to spend their money ...

Town East Mall reopens for curbside pickup

Mesquite, TX – May 15, 2020 – Town East Mall has reopened, and online shopping is the perfect way to social distance while supporting Mesquite businesses and restaurants. Customers can take advantage of Curbside Pickup from 11...

Mayor Bruce Archer proclaims May 10-16 National Hospital Week in Mesquite

Mesquite, TX – May 14, 2020 – On May 14, Mesquite Mayor Bruce Archer presented a special proclamation to Dallas Regional Medical Center Chief Nursing Officer and staff for National Hospital Week.

Here is the proclamation that w...

May 18 City Council Meeting

The City of Mesquite will host the May 18 City Council meeting in Training Rooms A & B at City Hall, located at 757 North Galloway Avenue. The Pre-Meeting begins at 5:30 p.m. and the Regular Meeting at 7 p.m. Any needs for the City Council to meet in ...

Mesquite Police Department offers free gun locks to the community

Mesquite, TX – May 1, 2020 – The Mesquite Police Department has joined Project ChildSafe, a nationwide educational program that promotes the safe storage of firearms in the home, to offer free gun locks to the Mesquite communi...

City celebrates 5th anniversary of a City Marshals program at Municipal Court

Mesquite, TX – May 12, 2020 – The City of Mesquite recently celebrated the fifth anniversary of its City Marshals program at its Municipal Court. On April 30, 2015 the program was launched to handle all the law enforcement dut...

Mesquite Public Library System announces new Library To Go program

Mesquite, TX – May 12, 2020 – The Mesquite Public Library System has launched its new program called “Library To Go” to make library books, videos and audiobooks accessible to the public due to the COVID-19...

Mesquite Police uncover substantial narcotics distribution operation

Mesquite, TX – May 11, 2020 – The Mesquite Police Department (MPD) recently uncovered a substantial narcotics distribution operation in Mesquite. Investigators were able to observe the suspect and made numerous arrests of peop...

Street repairs continue in the Indian Trails neighborhood

Mesquite, TX – May 8, 2020 – Street repairs are underway in the Indian Trails neighborhood as part of the Real. Texas. Roads program. The program is an initiative to repair residential roads using the $125 million bond sale ap...

Police Chief Charles Cato presents Police Department Quarterly Report

Mesquite, TX – May 8, 2020 – Mesquite Police Chief Charles Cato presented the Mesquite Police Department’s Quarterly Report during the City Council meeting on May 4. The report covered crime statistics for the first ...

Mesquite CVB highlights the importance of tourism during National Travel and Tourism Week

Mesquite, TX – May 7, 2020 – The City of Mesquite’s Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) is celebrating National Travel and Tourism Week. Held May 3 – 9, the annual tradition for the U.S. travel community c...

Mesquite announces plans to adjust to impacts of COVID-19

Mesquite, TX – May 6, 2020 – At the May 4 City Council meeting City Manager Cliff Keheley shared plans for the City of Mesquite to make service and program adjustments due to the impacts of COVID-19. This will include keeping ...

Mesquite moves forward with Spradley Farms development mediation

Mesquite, TX – May 4, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has agreed to mediate the lawsuit brought by the Spradley Farms property owners. The mediation is scheduled for May 11.

Mayor Bruce Archer stated, “I am pleased the pr...

Mesquite Recycles Day canceled

Mesquite, TX – May 4, 2020 - Due to the coronavirus, the Mesquite Recycles Day event scheduled for May 9 is canceled. However, the Citizens Convenience and Recycling Center, 3550 Lawson Road is open to Mesquite residents to drop off rec...

Dallas County Reports 187 Additional Positive 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Cases

Source: Dallas County

DALLAS -- As of 11:00 am May 1, 2020, Dallas County Health and Human Services is reporting 187 additional positive cases of 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19), bringing the total case count in Dallas County to 3,718, including...

Rules for Westlake Sport Center’s re-opening

Mesquite, TX – May 1, 2020 – In accordance with guidelines issued in The Governor’s Report to Open Texas, the Westlake Sports Center, 601 Gross Road, will be reopening on Friday, May 1 at 12 p.m. for tennis, archery ...

Mesquite suspends its events through May 31

Mesquite, TX – May 1, 2020 – In response to the continued COVID-19 event, the City of Mesquite has canceled its special events and public programs through May 31. During the May 4 City Council meeting, plans will be discussed ...

May 4 City Council Meeting

The City of Mesquite will host the May 4 City Council meeting in Training Rooms A & B at City Hall, located at 757 North Galloway Avenue. The Pre-Meeting begins at 5 p.m., the Work Session at 6:30 p.m. and the Regular Meeting at 7 p.m. Any needs for t...

Dallas County Reports 179 Additional Positive 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Cases

Source: Dallas County

DALLAS -- As of 11:00am April 30, 2020, Dallas County Health and Human Services is reporting 179 additional positive cases of 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19), bringing the total case count in Dallas County to 3,531, includi...

Mesquite announces plans to address Governor Abbott’s Open Texas plan

Mesquite, TX – April 28, 2020 – The City of Mesquite announced steps it will take to monitor local businesses and enforce the details outlined by Texas Governor Greg Abbott to re-open specific businesses beginning May 1. Mesqu...

Mesquite Golf Club set to open Saturday, April 25

In accordance with guidelines issued by the Governor’s Office, the Mesquite Golf Club will be re-opening on Saturday, April 25 at 6:30 a.m. To protect the health and safety of the public and employees, new standards have been implemented that wi...

Dallas County Reports 71 Additional Positive 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)

DALLAS -- As of 11:00am April 24, 2020, Dallas County Health and Human Services is reporting 71 additional positive cases of 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19), bringing the total case count in Dallas County to 2,834, including 77 deaths.

The 5 add...

Mayor Bruce Archer hosts Story Time for National Library Week

Mesquite, TX – April 23, 2020 – Mayor Bruce Archer welcomed students and families into his office this week for a virtual story time in honor of #NationalLibraryWeek. He checked out a book called Betsy Ross from the Mesquite P...

Dallas County Reports 81 Additional Positive 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Cases

Source: Dallas County

DALLAS -- As of 10:00am April 22, 2020, Dallas County Health and Human Services is reporting 81 additional positive cases of 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19), bringing the total case count in Dallas County to 2,683, includin...

City Council Meeting on April 20 held by conference call

The City of Mesquite will host the April 20 City Council meeting through videoconference and by conference call, in order to advance the public health and adhere to the Dallas County orders of social distancing in response to the coronavirus pandemic. Acc...

Dallas County Reports 124 Additional Positive 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Cases

DALLAS -- As of 10:00 am April 17, 2020, Dallas County Health and Human Services is reporting 124 additional positive cases of 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19), bringing the total case count in Dallas County to 2,190.

Five additional deaths are b...

Dallas County Reports 80 Additional Positive 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Cases

DALLAS -- As of 10:00 am April 16, 2020, Dallas County Health and Human Services is reporting 80 additional positive cases of 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19), bringing the total case count in Dallas County to 2,066. Seven additional deaths are ...

Mesquite Fire Department launches TeleMedic program in response to COVID-19 calls

Mesquite, TX – April 16, 2020 – The Mesquite Fire Department is now offering a Tele Medic consultation as an additional service for citizens to talk to if they’re experiencing COVID-19 symptoms. The department has pl...

Eastfield College donates gloves to Dallas Regional Medical Center

Mesquite, TX – April 15, 2020 – Eastfield College is stepping up to help the community medical supplies during COVID-19. Dr. Jess Kelly, the Executive Dean for the STEM, Physical Education and Athletics recently donated 1,500 ...

Dallas County Reports 109 Additional Positive 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Cases

DALLAS -- As of 10:00 am April 15, 2020, Dallas County Health and Human Services is reporting 109 additional positive cases of 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19), bringing the total case count in Dallas County to 1,986. The 43^rd death from COVID-1...

Dallas County Reports 89 Additional Positive 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Cases

Source: Dallas County

DALLAS -- As of 10:00 am April 14, 2020, Dallas County Health and Human Services is reporting 89 additional positive cases of 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19), bringing the total case count in Dallas County to 1,877.

Ten addi...

Mesquite announces new website with resources for business owners and job seekers

Mesquite, TX – April 14, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has put together a list of helpful resources for local businesses and job seekers during the coronavirus pandemic. The Roadmap to Resources website, www.roadmaptoresources.c...

Dallas County Reports 65 Additional Positive 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Cases

Source: Dallas County

As of 10:00 am April 13, 2020, Dallas County Health and Human Services is reporting 65 additional positive cases of 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19), bringing the total case count in Dallas County to 1,788. The 32^nd death from COVID-...

Spread the Love campaign kicks off with $1,000 donation by Mesquite AMBUCS

In recognition of National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day, on April 2 the Mesquite AMBUCS club made a $1,000 donation to the City of Mesquite’s Spread the Love food drive. The annual program raises peanut butter and jelly donations or financial spo...

Dallas County Reports 108 Additional Positive 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Cases

Source: Dallas County

DALLAS -- As of 10:00 am April 9, 2020, Dallas County Health and Human Services is reporting 108 additional positive cases of 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19), bringing the total case count in Dallas County to 1,432. The 21^s...

Dallas County Reports 63 Additional Positive 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Cases

Source: Dallas County

DALLAS -- As of 10:00 am April 8, 2020, Dallas County Health and Human Services is reporting 63 additional positive cases of 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19), bringing the total case count in Dallas County to 1,324. The 20th...

Join the Mesquite Landmark Commission

Mesquite, TX – April 7, 2020 – The City of Mesquite is accepting applications for the new Mesquite Landmark Commission. The Commission will work to protect, enhance and promote landmarks and districts of historical, cultural a...

Dallas County Reports 106 Additional Positive 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Cases

Source: Dallas County

DALLAS -- As of 10:00 am April 7, 2020, Dallas County Health and Human Services is reporting 106 additional positive cases of 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19), bringing the total case count in Dallas County to 1,261. The 19t...

Utility Billing Office will close early on Friday, April 10

The Utility Billing Office will be closing at 11 a.m. on Friday, April 10 for system upgrades. The payment website and automated telephone services will also be down for maintenance. The Water Billing Office will reopen on Monday, April 13 at 8 a.m. Learn...

Mesquite earns Second Place In 2020 Governor’s Community Achievement Awards

Mesquite, Texas – Keep Texas Beautiful, in partnership with the Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT), has awarded a second place Governor’s Community Achievement Award to Mesquite for its efforts to keep the community at...

Help us Stay Safe and Flatten the Curve

Mesquite, TX – April 2, 2020 – Per the Dallas County order, outdoor exercise while practicing social distancing is allowed. Mesquite parks with trails and open space are open to the public for walking, biking, hiking and runni...

Dallas County Reports 100 Additional Positive 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Cases

Source: Dallas County

DALLAS -- As of 10:00 am April 2, 2020, Dallas County Health and Human Services is reporting 100 additional positive cases of 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19), bringing the total case count in Dallas County to 831. The 16^th ...

STAR Transit changes for Easter Weekend

Mesquite, TX – April 1, 2020 – In observance of Easter weekend, STAR Transit will not operate transit service April 10 – 12. This includes demand response, STARNow and all fixed routes. For more information, call 877...

City Council renews local state of disaster for public health emergency

Mesquite, TX – April 1, 2020 – At a special council meeting this week, the City Council voted to renew a Declaration of Local Disaster for Public Health Emergency issued by Mayor Bruce Archer last week. The document provides p...

April 1 is National Census Day

Mesquite, TX – March 31, 2020 – April 1 is National Census Day. While staying home and practicing social distancing, it is a great time to remind Mesquite residents to complete their 2020 Census. Residents can visit h...

Special City Council Meeting on March 30 to be held by conference call

Mesquite, TX – March 28, 2020 – The City Council will hold a special council meeting on March 30 at 6 p.m. to extend the City’s Disaster Declaration in response to the coronavirus pandemic. In order to comply with th...

What does the Dallas County Order mean for you?

Mesquite, TX – March 26, 2020 – Do you have questions on what is allowed during Dallas County’s Amended Order, telling residents to “Stay Home Stay Safe?” Here are a few highlights of things Mesqu...

Vehicle access into City parks discontinued

Mesquite, TX – March 26, 2020 – The City of Mesquite is closing parking lots at City parks to help promote social distancing.

The spring weather has been too beautiful to waste, and City parks will remain open to pedestrian acc...

Mesquite Animal Shelter offers virtual pet adoptions

Mesquite, TX - March 25, 2020 – In response to the Dallas County shelter in place order, the Mesquite Animal Shelter is offering a new way for potential pet adopters to visit the shelter and choose their new forever friend. Beginning March 25, t...

City of Mesquite adjusts services in response to Dallas County order

Mesquite, TX - March 24, 2020 - The City of Mesquite has adjusted its services in response to the new Dallas County Order to have residents shelter in place to help address the coronavirus pandemic situation. Visit www.cityofmesquite.com/Coronavirus for o...

Mesquite Mayor Bruce Archer signs local state of disaster for public health emergency

Mesquite, TX - March 23, 2020 – Today at 5:25 p.m., City of Mesquite Mayor Bruce Archer issued a Declaration of Local State of Disaster For Public Health Emergency. The document provides provisions and authorities for a variety of emergency oper...

Amended County Order: What Does This Mean For Mesquite Residents And Businesses?

Who: All individuals currently living within Dallas County, including the City of Mesquite.

What: Order requires all individuals to shelter at residences – except for certain essential activities.

When: Effective 11:59 p.m. on March 23, 2020, unti...

Mesquite Economic Development Department presents quarterly report

Mesquite, TX – March 23, 2020 – The Economic Development Department presented the City of Mesquite’s quarterly report during the City Council meeting on March 16. The report covered the fourth quarter of 2019, includ...

Dallas County Reports 24 Additional Positive 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Cases

Source: Dallas County

DALLAS -- As of 10:00 am March 23, 2020, Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) is reporting 24 additional positive cases of 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19), bringing to the total case count in Dallas County to 155...

Amended Order of County Judge Clay Jenkins - March 22, 2020

WHEREAS, pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 418.108, Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins issued a Declaration of Local Disaster for Public Health Emergency on March 12, 2020, due to a novel coronavirus now designated SARS-CoV2 which causes the disease...

AMENDED ORDER OF COUNTY JUDGE CLAY JENKINS

DATE AMENDED ORDER ISSUED: March 21, 2020

WHEREAS, pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 418.108, Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins issued a Declaration of Local Disaster for Public Health Emergency on March 12, 2020, due to a novel coronavirus now desi...

Dallas County Reports 21 Additional Positive 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Cases

Read the press release in Spanish.

DALLAS -- As of 10:00 am March 21, 2020, Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) is reporting 21 additional positive cases of 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19), bringing to the total case count in Dallas ...

City of Mesquite updates its services and programs

March 20, 2020 – In response to the coronavirus pandemic situation, the City of Mesquite will make the following temporary adjustments to its services beginning March 23:

• The March 23 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting will be held by confere...

Coronavirus: Do not flush disinfecting wipes and paper towels

Mesquite, TX – March 20, 2020 – The City of Mesquite needs your help to keep drains working during the coronavirus pandemic. Products like toilet paper, wipes and paper towels have flown off store shelves in response to the pa...

Dallas County Reports 19 Additional Positive 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Cases

Source: Dallas CountyView the press release in Spanish.Summary of COVID-19 Cases in Dallas County as of March 20, 2020.

DALLAS -- As of 10:00 am March 20, 2020, Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) is reporting 19 additional positive ca...

Governor Abbott Issues Executive Orders In Accordance With Federal Guidelines To Mitigate Spread Of

AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott today announced a series of Executive Orders relating to COVID-19 preparedness and mitigation. The four orders serve to limit public gatherings and help reduce exposure for people across the state. These orders are in accorda...

Dallas County Reports 20 Additional Positive 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Cases

Source: Dallas CountyRead the full press release in English. Read the full press release in Spanish.

DALLAS -- Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) reported 20 additional positive cases of 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Dallas Cou...

Amended Order of County Judge Clay Jenkins

WHEREAS, pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 418.108, Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins issued a Declaration of Local Disaster for Public Health Emergency on March 12, 2020, due to a novel coronavirus now designated SARS-CoV2 which causes the disease...

Mesquite closes libraries and arts center

March 18, 2020 – In response to the coronavirus pandemic situation, the City of Mesquite will close its Mesquite Library System and Mesquite Arts Center beginning March 19 until May 1. The closures include the Main Library, 300 West Grubb Drive,...

Mesquite resident tests positive for 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19)

March 18, 2020 - Mesquite, TX - Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) has reported a positive case of 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Mesquite, TX. The resident is in self-isolation. In the interest of the resident’s privacy, this...

Dallas County Reports 11 Additional Positive 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Cases

Source: Dallas County

DALLAS -- Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) reported 11 additional positive cases of 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Dallas County. Local public laboratories are no longer required to send “presum...

Mesquite announces more closings in response to coronavirus pandemic

Mesquite, TX – March 17, 2020 – Starting today, the City of Mesquite announced the closure of more facilities due to the coronavirus pandemic.

The Public Health Clinic will be closed until further notice. For details, call the ...

Message from Mayor Bruce Archer about the Coronavirus

Amid coronavirus concerns, Mayor Bruce Archer is encouraging Mesquite residents to remain calm and to take care of each other. The City of Mesquite announced the suspension of all its special events, selected Mesquite Arts Center programs, all environment...

Mesquite suspends events, athletic leagues, workshops and selected arts programs through May 1

Mesquite, TX – March 13, 2020 – In light of Dallas County’s order that prohibits community gatherings of 500 persons or more and concerns with the coronavirus pandemic, the City of Mesquite announced the suspension of all its...

Mesquite PD makes large drug bust

City reminds residents of common Code Violations

Mesquite, TX – March 11, 2020 – Spring weather has made it to Mesquite and the City of Mesquite provides a friendly reminder to its residents that a quality neighborhood starts with them. Here are a few code tips to look out for now th...

Mesquite asks drivers to be mindful of kids during the Spring Break holiday

Mesquite, TX – March 5, 2020 – The Mesquite Independent School District’s Spring Break is March 9 – 13. With its Drive Like Your Family Lives Here campaign, the City of Mesquite is reminding drivers to be e...

Coyote sightings in Mesquite

Mesquite, TX – March 4, 2020 – Mesquite Animal Services has recently been receiving calls regarding coyote sightings. Coyotes are native to our area and are not generally considered a threat to public safety, so Mesquite Anima...

Mesquite’s Project Porch Light encourages neighborhood engagement

March 2, 2020 - Mesquite, TX - The City of Mesquite’s new program called Project Porch Light encourages engagement of residents in creating a more active and safer community. This effort is a collaborative partnership between the City and its ne...

City statement on coronavirus (COVID-19)

The safety of our citizens and community is the top priority of the City of Mesquite.    The City is aware of the reported threat of the new coronavirus (COVID-19). The City Council, City Management and First Responders are maintaining c...

Mesquite breaks ground on new Urban District 30 business park

Mesquite, TX – January 14, 2020 – On Jan. 13, Urban Logistics Realty broke ground on Urban District 30, a nearly one million square foot industrial park. The project is expected to generate more than 500 jobs in Mesquite.

City ...

City of Mesquite “Rolled Out the Resources” at the 2020 Neighborhood Summit

Mesquite, TX – February 28, 2020 – More than 50 Mesquite residents came together on Feb. 22 for the Third Annual Neighborhood Summit, hosted by the City of Mesquite’s Office of Neighborhood Vitality. The goal of the ...

Mesquite recognizes four employees as Real. Texas. Service. Champions

Mesquite, TX – February 18, 2020 – On Feb. 17, four City employees were honored with Real. Texas. Service. Champion awards during the City Council meeting. The Real. Texas. Service. Champions program celebrates employees who p...

City of Mesquite requests citizen input on HUD grants

Mesquite, TX – February 28, 2020 – The City of Mesquite will hold four public meetings inviting citizens to help create a new Community Development Grant Consolidated Plan. Every five years, the city must complete a new Consol...

PUC rules in favor of Mesquite’s petition to review NTMWD water rates

Mesquite, TX - February 27, 2020 - Today, the Public Utilities Commission of Texas (PUC) ruled in favor of Mesquite’s petition for a review of water rates charged by the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD). This is the result of nearly ...

City of Mesquite honors 2019 Volunteers

Mesquite, TX – February 27, 2020 – This month, the City of Mesquite honored community volunteers for their outstanding service in 2019.  The City’s active volunteer force recorded over 76,000 service hours i...

Mesquite Mayor Archer discusses Census 2020 on KEOM

Mesquite, TX – February 26, 2020 – Mesquite continues its message “I Count. You Count. We ALL Count.” about the importance of each of its residents participating in the 2020 Census. Mayor Bruce Archer recen...

Mesquite Named “Town to Watch” by True West Magazine

Mesquite, TX – February 24, 2020 - The deep western roots of Mesquite have garnered it the distinction of "Town to Watch" by  national publication True West Magazine for its February - March 2020 issue dedicated to the Top Wes...

2020 Mother Son Dance on March 7

Mesquite, TX – February 21, 2020 – The Mesquite Parks and Recreation Department invites Mothers and Sons to the royalty themed Mother Son Dance scheduled for Saturday, March 7, at the Mesquite Convention Center, 1700 Rodeo Drive.

Sponso...

Sprouts Farmers Market to Open Mesquite Store March 4

On March 4, Sprouts Farmers Market opened its doors in Mesquite. Hundreds of residents visited the new grocery store on opening day. This project is an indication that our overall economy is growing and remaining relevant. Watch the Ribbon Cutting Ceremon...

Special City Council meeting scheduled for Feb. 19 cancelled

The City Council is cancelling the special called meeting scheduled for today, Wed. Feb. 19, at 4:30 p.m. The purpose of the meeting was to address the trial court’s order entered in the Spradley lawsuit. Yesterday afternoon, the Dallas Court of...

Mesquite announces Project Porch Light program to build stronger neighborhoods

Mesquite, TX – February 18, 2020 – The City of Mesquite continues its outreach into neighborhoods with a new program called Project Porch Light.  This program encourages engagement of residents in creating a more act...

Mesquite Police Department uses 3D technology to help solve crimes

Mesquite, TX – February 18, 2020 – The Mesquite Police Department (MPD) can take the crime scene back to the office with them, thanks to a 3D mapping system called FARO. The measurement technology maps the scene of a crime and...

City Council votes to name new road in honor of former Mayor, George Boyce

Mesquite, TX – February 18, 2020 – The City Council has unanimously voted to name a new road after former Mesquite Mayor George Boyce in honor of his lifetime of service to the community. At the Feb. 17 City Council Meeting, M...

TxDOT presents plans for I-635 LBJ East Project

Mesquite, TX – February 18, 2020 – During the Feb. 17 City Council meeting, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) provided an update on the I-635 LBJ East Project. The project will provide much needed congestion relie...

Wastewater Spill at NTMWD South Mesquite Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant

Source: North Texas Municipal Water District

(Wylie, Texas – February 12, 2020) The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) experienced a domestic wastewater spill from its South Mesquite Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant, located at 3500 ...

Annual Neighborhood Summit discussed on KEOM

Mesquite, TX – February 11, 2020 – Recently, Mayor Bruce Archer talked with Maria Martinez, Director of Neighborhood Services on KEOM radio about the upcoming 2020 Neighborhood Summit. Visit www.cityofmesquite.com/Radio to lis...

Mesquite Main Library offers free tax services

Mesquite, TX – February 11, 2020 – The Mesquite Main Library and American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) are providing free tax services to Mesquite residents. AARP is available to help the public with their taxes on Mo...

Temporary moratorium on convenience stores

Mesquite, TX – February 5, 2020 – Effective Feb.3, a commercial moratorium is in effect on the development of convenience stores within the corporate city limits of Mesquite. During the moratorium, no city employee, officer, o...

Mesquite Fire Department presents 2020 Meritorious Awards

Mesquite, TX – February 4, 2020 – The Mesquite Fire Department (MFD) honored 80 employees at the Feb. 3 City Council Meeting. MFD presented the 2020 Meritorious Awards to firefighters for their professional achievements and se...

City of Mesquite Human Resources to offer free job assistance program

Mesquite, TX – February 4, 2020 – In an effort to promote employment opportunities in the Mesquite community, the City of Mesquite Human Resources Department will launch a new program to provide those in the community on the h...

Temporary Change in Water Disinfectant Critical for Safe Drinking Water Year Round

Source: The North Texas Municipal Water District

WYLIE, TX – Jan. 31, 2020: The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) will temporarily change the disinfectant in its water treatment process from March 2 through March 30, 2020. The...

Mesquite community raises more than $22,000 for Special Olympics Texas

Mesquite, TX – February 3, 2020 – The community of Mesquite, TX plunged into 49-degree water at City Lake Aquatic Complex for the Polar Plunge to raise more than $22,000 for athletes served by Special Olympics Texas. In the pa...

Mesquite Heart Board selling T-Shirts to help the community

Mesquite, TX – January 28, 2020 – The Mesquite Heart Board is selling red T-shirts to raise funds to help make Mesquite a healthier city. On Jan. 30 and Feb. 6 they will be selling Mesquite Heart shirts at City Hall, 757 N. Ga...

Neighborhood Summit – “Rollin’ Out the Resources” on Feb. 22

Mesquite, TX – January 24, 2020 – The City of Mesquite’s Office of Neighborhood Vitality will host the Third Annual Neighborhood Summit on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2020. The free summit is open to all Mesquite residents, w...

Special Council Meeting - Jan. 28

Mesquite, TX - Jan. 24 - The public is invited to attend a special City Council meeting to provide input on proposed efforts to address safety in our community. The meeting will be held on Tue., Jan. 28, 6 p.m., at City Hall, 757 N. Galloway Ave.

Mesquite ...

DCHHS reports 12th, 13th, and 14th flu-related deaths of 2019-2020 season

Source: Dallas County Health and Human Services

DALLAS (Jan. 23, 2020) – Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) is reporting the 12th, 13th, and 14th flu-related deaths in Dallas County for the 2019-2020 season. Ages of the patients were...

2020 Daddy Daughter Dance on Feb. 8

Mesquite, TX – January 23, 2020 – Enjoy a special night at the 2020 Daddy Daughter Dance on Saturday, Feb. 8 at the Mesquite Convention Center, 1700 Rodeo Drive. The dance is open to all ages and participants may choose which ...

Statement on Convenience Store Moratorium

Cliff Keheley, City ManagerStatement on Convenience Store MoratoriumJan. 21, 2020 City Council Meeting

Tonight, the City Council will consider initiating a process to address regulations on convenience stores in the City.  Contrary to a ...

Meet in Mesquite at the Mesquite Convention Center and Exhibit Hall

Mesquite, TX – January 22, 2020 – Just 15 minutes east of Downtown Dallas in the Official Rodeo Capital of Texas, is the Mesquite Convention Center and Exhibit Hall offering more than 50,000 square feet of floor space to host ...

City of Mesquite launches new myMesquite customer service platform

Mesquite, TX – Jan. 22, 2020 – The City of Mesquite has announced a new customer service platform called myMesquite to report street repair, code violations, public safety concerns and other types of issues. The myMesquite pla...

Professional cellist with Mesquite Symphony Orchestra inspired by Shen Yun

Mesquite, TX – January 21, 2020 – A professional cellist with the Mesquite Symphony Orchestra has set her eyes on a new instrument. Christina Null was attending the Shen Yun show in Dallas this month with her family, when the ...

Mesquite hosts MLK, Jr Celebration

Mesquite, TX - Jan. 19, 2020 - Mesquite hosted its annual Martin Luther King, Jr. parade and community celebration on Sat., Jan. 18. The activities were a partnership between the City of Mesquite and the Mesquite NAACP. The celebration was highlighted by ...

MPD asks residents to be alert to help deter neighborhood crime

Mesquite, TX – January 17, 2020 – The Mesquite Police Department (MPD) depends on residents to help identify suspicious activity in neighborhoods. Below is an example of how you can help deter neighborhood crime.

Recently, an a...

Apply to work part-time with the U.S. Census Bureau for Census 2020

Mesquite, TX – January 16, 2020 – Looking for a job in Mesquite? The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting thousands of people across the country to work on the 2020 Census. Current job openings include Census Takers, Census Field ...

Take the Polar Plunge to support Special Olympics Texas

Mesquite, TX – January 14, 2020 – Are you brave enough? The Mesquite Police Department and Special Olympics Texas invite you to take part in the Annual Polar Plunge. Support local Special Olympics athletes by plunging into icy...

City Council holds 2020 Policy Workshop

On Jan. 10 and 11 the City Council held their Policy Workshop. They discussed a financial overview and the impacts of Senate Bill 2, trash collection, improving streets and alleys, participation on boards and commissions, the development and permitting pr...

Job opportunities in City of Mesquite

Mesquite, TX – January 14, 2020 – Looking for a job in Mesquite? Here are a few upcoming opportunities for job hunters.

Sprouts Farmers Market is opening its new Mesquite store on March 4 and they plan to bring approximately 14...

Mesquite ISD donates to Mesquite Veterans Memorial

Mesquite, TX – January 13, 2020 – The Mesquite Independent School District raised over $1,000 for the new Mesquite Veterans Memorial. MISD Superintendent, Dr. David Vroonland, presented the check on behalf of the district to M...

Parks and Recreation activities on Friday, Jan. 10 have been cancelled

Mesquite, TX – January 10, 2020 – Due to the inclement weather forecast, all Parks and Recreation activities the evening of Friday, Jan. 10 have been cancelled. Dunford Recreation Center, Evans Recreation Center, Florence Recr...

Spring events at the Mesquite Arts Center

Mesquite, TX – January 10, 2020 – The Mesquite Arts Center is offering a wide variety of programs for the community this spring. From art exhibits, theater productions, performances by the Mesquite Symphony Orchestra and other...

Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade and Community Celebration

Mesquite, TX – January 2, 2020 – On Saturday, Jan. 18, the Mesquite community will honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a day of celebration.

Festivities will begin at 10 a.m. with a parade through downtown hoste...

Mesquite honors WWII Veteran, Purple Heart recipient on 97th birthday

Mesquite, TX – December 31, 2019 – On Dec. 30, Mesquite Mayor Bruce Archer presented a special proclamation to Jerry Bartek, known as “Pa,” for his 97^th birthday. Pa is a WWII veteran, serving from 1940 to ...

How to apply for a burglary alarm permit

Mesquite, TX – December 31, 2019 – The City of Mesquite has updated how residents can apply for a burglary alarm permit. New burglary alarm permit applications can be found at www.cityofmesquite.com/alarmpermits.

Both residenti...

Atmos Energy offers assistance to Mesquite gas bill customers

Mesquite, TX – January 2, 2020 – Atmos Energy is helping Mesquite customers pay their natural gas bill. Atmos Energy is offering funding for past due debt, deposits and service charges to its customers that might be struggling...

Sherry Wisdom, District 1, takes Oath of Office

Mesquite, TX – December 27, 2019 – At the Dec. 26 Special City Council Meeting to canvass the District 1 Runoff Election Results, the Oath of Office ceremony was held for the newly elected District 1 Councilmember, Sherry Wisdom.

Read on...

Mesquite Crime Prevention Unit replaces Lock Take and Hide signs

Mesquite, TX – December 27, 2019 – The Mesquite Crime Prevention Unit is keeping Mesquite safe. The crime prevention unit collaborated with the Insurance Council of Texas and State Farm to replace older Take. Lock. Hide. signs...

MCPAAA announces Barbara Dunn as Volunteer of the Decade

Mesquite, TX – December 26, 2019 – This month the Mesquite Citizen’s Police Academy Alumni Association (MCPAAA) honored its longtime president, Barbara Dunn, with the Volunteer of the Decade Award. Police Chief Charles Cato presented Dunn with a ...

How to recycle your Christmas tree

Mesquite, TX – December 26, 2019 – Start the new year off right by recycling your real Christmas tree. Your tree can serve others long after it has left your living room.

Real Christmas trees are biodegradable, which means they...

KidsQuest Playground opening celebration

Mesquite, TX – December 26, 2019 – Under the beautiful skies, of cool and crisp day, the Mesquite community welcomed the newest playground to town with confetti cannons and youthful excitement. KidsQuest made its public debut ...

Mesquite celebrates champion bull rider, Chris Villanueva

Mesquite, TX – December 20, 2019 – On Dec. 20, Mesquite Mayor Bruce Archer presented a special proclamation to Chris Villanueva for winning three consecutive Junior Bull Riding Championships at the National Rodeo Finals.

Here i...

Mesquite Elks Lodge 2404 brings holiday cheer to families

Mesquite, TX – December 20, 2019 – The Mesquite Elks Lodge 2404 is helping families in need this holiday season. On Dec. 17, 18 and 19 the group handed out more than 100 boxes of food items and Christmas presents to the famili...

Mesquite Police Department Update: Deployment Unit reduces crime in November

Mesquite, TX - Dec. 20, 2019 - In an effort to share more about Mesquite Police Department (MPD) operations with our residents and businesses, the following is an example of how the department utilizes call data and focused teams of police officers to add...

City of Mesquite holds Special City Council Meeting to discuss crime

On Dec. 17, the City Council held a special meeting to discuss strategies for addressing crime in Mesquite and gather public input. Following a presentation by Police Chief Charles Cato, attendees were invited to make comments and offer suggestions to the...

Mesquite Police Department offers holiday safety reminders

Mesquite, TX – December 18, 2019 – The Mesquite Police Department is offering tips to local residents to help them remain safe this holiday shopping season. Packages delivered to a doorstep can easily become a target for thiev...

City of Mesquite receives 2019 Planning Excellence Award

Mesquite, TX – December 17, 2019 – The City of Mesquite Planning Department was awarded a Certificate of Achievement for Planning Excellence at the Dec. 16 City Council meeting. Mesquite is one of only 40 cities in Texas to receive this recogniti...

Mesquite Police Chief Charles Cato receives 2019 Patriot Award

Mesquite, TX – December 16, 2019 – Mesquite Police Chief Charles Cato was presented the 2019 Patriot Award at the Dec. 16 City Council meeting. The Patriot Award has been presented annually since 2017 by One Community. It is p...

Mesquite names Toyia Pointer as new Manager of Historic Preservation

Mesquite, TX – December 16, 2019 – The City of Mesquite has announced Toyia Pointer as its new Manager of Historic Preservation. She will also serve as the Executive Director of Historic Mesquite, Inc. (HMI), an organization dedicated ...

Council Connection Newsletter

Mesquite, TX – December 13, 2019 – The most recent edition of the Council Connection has been released.

The e-newsletter features links to agendas, documents and videos to keep the public informed.

This week readers can learn mo...

Sprouts to Host January Hiring Fair for Mesquite Store

Source: Sprouts Farmers Market

PHOENIX, Ariz. – December 11, 2019 – Sprouts Farmers Market, one of the fastest-growing retailers in the country, today announced it will bring approximately 140 full- and part-time career opportunities to Mesquite, Texas in ...

Mesquite CVB earns Partner of the Year Award

Mesquite, TX – December 11, 2019 – The Mesquite Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) was presented the 2019 Partner of the Year award by The Hotel Association. The association’s Executive Committee and Advisory Board made the...

Army Sgt. surprises his wife, a Mesquite city employee at work

Mesquite, TX – December 10, 2019 – A City of Mesquite employee received a special surprise this holiday season while she was at work. Army Sgt. Matthew Taylor returned home on Dec. 9 and surprised his wife, Amanda Taylor, who ...

Mesquite proclaims Dec. 7 Diane Wright Day

Mesquite, TX – December 10, 2019 – On Dec. 7 Mesquite Mayor Bruce Archer presented a special proclamation to Diane Wright, a longtime Mesquite business owner and arts supporter. Mayor Archer proclaimed Dec. 7 as Diane Wright Day, to thank Wright ...

Opening Celebration for the new KidsQuest Playground will be Dec. 14

Mesquite, TX – December 9, 2019 – The City of Mesquite will host the opening celebration for the new KidsQuest playground on Saturday, Dec. 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The park is located at Debusk Park, 1625 Gross Road. From 10 to 11:30 a.m., volunteers a...

Special City Council meeting to discuss crime Dec. 17

6 p.m., Tuesday, December 17, 2019

City Hall, 757 N. Galloway Ave.

City Council Chambers

The City Council will hold a special council meeting to gather public input regarding crime in the community. Following a presentation by Police Chief Charles Cato, atte...

City of Mesquite receives Heart Safe Community designation

Mesquite, TX – December 4, 2019 – The City of Mesquite has earned a Heart Safe Community designation from the North Central Texas Trauma Regional Advisory Council (NCTTRAC). Less than 20 cities have been honored with the desig...

Mesquite environmental code program continues its success

Mesquite, TX – December 3, 2019 – Nine out of every ten Mesquite property owners are eager to fix issues that are not in compliance with ordinances or safety standards set forth by the city. The efforts to provide a balance of...

Council Connection Newsletter

Mesquite, TX - November 29, 2019 - The most recent edition of the Council Connection has been released. 

The e-newsletter features links to agendas, documents and videos to keep the public informed.

This week readers can learn more about the Dec. 2...

Council District 1 Runoff Election is Dec. 14

Mesquite, TX – November 27, 2019 – A Runoff Election will take place Saturday, Dec. 14, for electing a City Councilmember in Mesquite District 1. Voting hours are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. View polling locations and additional information.

Early Voting for District...

Sprouts Farmers Market to open Mesquite store March 4

Source: Sprouts Farmers Market

Phoenix, AZ – November 26, 2019 – Sprouts Farmers Market, one of the fastest-growing retailers in the country, today announced it will soon finish construction on its new store in Mesquite, Texas, to expan...

Shopping in Mesquite has a positive impact on the City’s budget

Mesquite, TX – November 25, 2019 – Shopping and eating in Mesquite not only is enjoyable and provides thousands of jobs, it also positively impacts the City’s budget for services and programs. Sales tax revenue makes up almos...

Christmas in the Park Celebrates 33 years

Mesquite, TX – November 12, 2019 –To kick off the holiday season, Mesquite Parks and Recreation’s annual Christmas in the Park, is scheduled for Saturday, December 7, and Sunday, December 8, from 1 to 7 p.m. at Westlake Park,...

Mesquite employees raise funds for local charities

Mesquite, TX – November 22, 2019 – The employees for the City of Mesquite continue to give back to the community they serve as they recently raised more than $35,000 dollars for local charities as a part of their 2019 Real. Te...

Learn more about your Mesquite property tax bill

Mesquite, TX – November 21, 2019 – In September, Mesquite City Council approved the 2019-20 budget and property tax rate.

Property owners in Mesquite receive two tax bills each year. One property tax bill is for City of Mesquite and Mes...

City employee earns Certified Government Finance Officer designation

Mesquite, TX - November 21, 2019 - This month, City of Mesquite Senior Account Michelle Baccheschi achieved the distinction of Certified Government Finance Officer (CGFO). Michelle received her certificate from the Government Finance Officers Association ...

Mesquite seeks next class of Code Ambassadors

Mesquite, TX – November 20, 2019 – A quality neighborhood starts with engaged neighbors. If you live in Mesquite, you can advocate for quality neighborhoods by volunteering as a Mesquite Code Ambassador. The program enlists the help of...

Nov. 23 KidsQuest Playground Celebration cancelled

Mesquite, TX – November 18, 2019 – City of Mesquite announced the cancellation of the Nov. 23 KidsQuest Playground Opening Celebration. The decision is due to forecast weather later this week and its impact on final preparation for the...

Mesquite City Council takes Oath of Office

Mesquite, TX - November 15, 2019 - At the November 14 Special City Council meeting to canvass the Municipal Election Results, the Oath of Office ceremonies were held for the newly elected Councilmembers.

This included Bruce Archer, Mayor; Kenny Green, Dist...

Road closures begin for Front Street infrastructure project

Mesquite, TX – November 13, 2019 – Areas of Ebrite and Front streets are closed to all public travel beginning Nov. 13, 2019, and will remain closed for several months. The closures will allow for installation of underground utilities and paving as part o...

KidsQuest Playground Opening Celebration will be November 23

Mesquite, TX – November 12, 2019 – Mesquite’s KidsQuest Playground located at Debusk Park, 1625 Gross Road, will reopen with a celebration scheduled for Saturday, November 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  An opportunity f...

Mesquite breaks ground on new Veterans Memorial

Mesquite, TX - November 12, 2019 - On Saturday, November 9, the Mesquite community held a ceremony to officially break ground on the new Mesquite Veterans Memorial. The event featured remarks by community leaders, a free music concert and the start of pub...

Mesquite announces Court Clerk and Deputy Marshal of the Year Recipients

Mesquite, TX – November 12, 2019 – In celebration of Texas Municipal Court Week the City of Mesquite announced Yelena Kimble as the 2019 Court Clerk of the Year and Deputy Marshal Jeffrey Williamson as the 2019 Deputy City Marshal of t...

Mesquite announces Veterans Memorial brick sale

Mesquite, TX – November 8, 2019 – The City of Mesquite has begun the sale of bricks to the public for the new Mesquite Veterans Memorial. The public may purchase a brick online at www.MesquiteVeteransMemorial.org and at the groundbreak...

Mesquite Police Department graduates six from Basic Peace Officer Course

Mesquite, TX - November 8, 2019 - On Friday, November 8, six new Mesquite Police Officers graduated from the Mesquite Police Department’s Basic Peace Officer Course. This is the 12^th graduation class to complete the internal training program.

The class of ...

Mesquite announces 2019 Municipal Election Results

Mesquite, TX – November 6, 2019 – The City of Mesquite announced the results of its 2019 Municipal Election. 

Mayor                     &...

Mesquite approves development agreements for 652-acre mixed use project and 80-acre industrial park

Mesquite, TX – November 5, 2019 – The Mesquite City Council has approved two major developments that will bring thousands of new homes and hundreds of new jobs to the community.

A resolution was passed approving a master develo...

Downtown Mesquite Garners Two Statewide Awards

Mesquite, TX – October 31, 2019 – Downtown Mesquite’s development efforts were honored with two statewide honors at the Texas Downtown Association’s annual President’s Awards Gala held October 30 in George...

STAR Transit launches same day scheduling app

Source: Kim Britton, VP, Planning & Development

kbritton@STARtransit.org

www.STARtransit.org

Terrell, TX – October 29, 2019 – STAR Transit is jumping into the app world with the launch of the STARNow mobile app powered by Spare. The app allows riders to ...

City recognizes National Chiropractic Health Month

Mesquite, TX - October 25, 2019 - Today, Mayor Stan Pickett presented a special proclamation to area chiropractors in recognition of National Chiropractic Health Month to attention to the important issue of musculoskeletal conditions and injuries.

The proc...

Mesquite makes accessibility upgrade to elementary school playground

Mesquite, TX – October 24, 2019 – The playground at Georgia Kimball Elementary School received an accessibility upgrade this month. Fredina Guevara, a paraprofessional for a special education class at Kimball, contacted City of Mesquit...

Mesquite celebrates 50th anniversary of Pepsi plant

Mesquite, TX - October 24, 2019 - On Oct. 22 Mesquite Mayor Stan Pickett presented a special proclamation to the management of the Pepsi plant in Mesquite for their 50th anniversary

Here is the proclamation that was presented:

WHEREAS, PepsiCo opened its Me...

Mesquite’s first Downtown Mesquite facade grants approved

Mesquite, TX – October 24, 2019 – Two Downtown Mesquite façade improvement grants were approved by City Council, which marks the first use of a new incentive program for the improvement of downtown properties.

The Do...

Mesquite Metro Airport host special needs children for a day of flight

Mesquite, TX - October 19, 2019 - On Saturday, Oct. 19 the Mesquite Metro Airport hosted more than 135 special needs children and their families for a free day at the airport to experience flight. Organized by Challenge Air, the Fly Day event provided the...

Prayer Breakfast Oct. 28, 7:30 am at Mesquite Arts Center

Mesquite, TX - October 23, 2019 - The public is invited to attend the FREE Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast sponsored by Vision Mesquite. The featured speaker is Amianne Bailey, who will speak about her program called “Reading Our Way Out: Lib...

MISD high school game to honor Mesquite's first responders

Mesquite, TX - October 21, 2019 - The Mesquite ISD will honor the City of Mesquite's first responders of the Mesquite Police Department, Mesquite Fire Department and Mesquites 9-1-1 Dispatchers before the high school football game of West Mesquite v Potee...

Kaufman County bond proposal for Nov. 5 election

Mesquite, TX - October 16, 2019 - On Nov. 5, Kaufman County voters will decide on a bond issue to fund transportation projects and new county facilities. Transportation improvements include county road improvements, reducing congestion on State highways, ...

Mesquite celebrates the 15th anniversary of Addressing Mesquite Day by helping 102 homeowners

Mesquite, TX - October 14, 2019 - On Saturday, October 12 more than 1,000 volunteers gathered throughout Mesquite to assist 102 homeowners with home projects such as painting, landscaping and new wheelchair ramps leading up to the front doors of the homes...

Mesquite Entrepreneurs Day offers insights to small business owners

Mesquite, TX – October 14, 2019 – Mesquite will focus on those who have a small business or have considered owning their own business. The 2nd annual Mesquite Entrepreneurs Day is Tuesday, Nov. 12, from 4 - 8 p.m. at...

Mesquite receives 2019 Scenic City Award

Mesquite, TX - October 11, 2019 - Mesquite was presented a 2019 Certified Scenic City award in San Antonio during the Texas Municipal League’s Annual Conference.

This is the city’s third consecutive certification. Mesquite ranks gold in...

Early Voting begins Oct. 21

October 11, 2019 - Mesquite, TX - 

The City of Mesquite provides 2019 Election Information. Early Voting is October 21 – November 1, and Election Day is November 5. For more information, please call the City Secretary’s Office ...

Mesquite earns Heart Safe Community designation

Mesquite, TX - October 7, 2019 - Mesquite is recognized as a Heart Safe Community by the North Central Texas Trauma Regional Advisory Council. The program recognizes a community’s efforts to protect its citizens from the effects of heart disease...

Apply to serve with the Mesquite Police Department

Mesquite, TX – October 7, 2019 – Mesquite Police Department (MPD) is hiring police officers, detention officers and public safety dispatchers. MPD seeks committed, decisive and service-oriented individuals to fill our openings. If you ...

Urban Air hosts ribbon cutting

Urban Air cuts ribbon in Mesquite

October 3, 2019 - Mesquite, TX - The newest Urban Air Adventure Park will open at 3777 Childress Avenue, Mesquite, TX 75150 on Oct. 5 and today they held a ribbon cutting ceremony.

The 31,000 square foot entertainment cente...

Bear Cave Coffee serves up community in Downtown Mesquite

Mesquite, TX - October 4, 2019 - Mesquite’s newest coffee shop brings beverages, entertainment and a local feel. Inspired by the majesty of national parks, Bear Cave Coffee is a unique brand aimed at embracing community in Downtown Mesquite.

The concept fo...

Mesquite allows “U” to participate in Downtown Mesquite public art project

Mesquite allows “U” to participate in Downtown Mesquite public art project

Mesquite, TX – October 1, 2019 – Downtown Mesquite and the Mesquite Arts Center are offering a unique opportunity for Mesquite resid...

Mesquite breaks ground on 54-acre, mixed-use community

Mesquite breaks ground on 54-acre, mixed-use community

Mesquite, TX – September 30, 2019 – Today, the City of Mesquite and Centurion American Development Group broke ground on Iron Horse Village, a new mixed-use community. The ...

Mesquite celebrates National Good Neighbor Day

Mesquite, TX – September 28, 2019 – National Good Neighbor Day, Sept. 28, creates an opportunity for neighbors to get to know each other better. This day acknowledges and celebrates the importance of a good neighbor, and the City of Mesquite has profiled ...

Mark your calendar for PumpkinFest 2019

Mesquite, TX – September 25, 2019 – The 19th annual PumpkinFest event takes place on Saturday, Oct. 19, from noon to 6 p.m. at Valley Creek Park, 2482 Pioneer Road.New to the event is a live jousting tournament and falconry bird show. Other activities inc...

Free Coffee with a Cop on Wednesday, Oct. 2

Mesquite, TX – September 25, 2019 – Enjoy a cup of coffee with members of Mesquite Police Department from 7 to 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 2. Held on the first Wednesday in October, the national Coffee with a Cop event encourages comm...

The City of Mesquite celebrates the 15th anniversary of Addressing Mesquite Day

September 24, 2019 - Mesquite, TX - On Sept. 23 the City of Mesquite held a special 15th anniversary celebration to recognize the volunteers, sponsors and other key contributors to Addressing Mesquite Day. Started in 2005, the one-day event is planned to ...

Volunteers participate in successful citywide cleanup

Mesquite, TX – September 24, 2019 – Keep Mesquite Beautiful, Inc. (KMB) held its semi-annual Trash Bash cleanup event Sept. 21. More than 600 participants cleaned up an estimated 3.25 tons of trash from 33 locations around the city.

Fol...

National Night Out is Tuesday, Oct. 1

The Office of Neighborhood Vitality is partnering with Mesquite Police Department for the 36^th Annual National Night Out (NNO) from 6 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday Oct. 1. 

National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign to promote police-commu...

Dallas County Elections Department will be demonstrating new voting equipment

Dallas County Elections Department will be demonstrating new voting equipment that will be utilized in the November 5, 2019, general election. Voters are encouraged to attend this hands-on demonstration on Wednesday, September 25, 2019, from 6:30 p.m. to ...

Mesquite moves forward with a more responsive transit plan

Mesquite, TX – September 17, 2019 – The Mesquite City Council authorized a supplemental agreement to the current Interlocal Agreement with STAR Transit to provide additional transit options, highlighted by a new Mobility on De...

Register for the Guts and Gory Zombie Run and Challenge

Mesquite, Texas – September 16, 2019 – Experience a zombie apocalypse at the new “Guts and Gory” Zombie Run and Challenge scheduled Sept. 28 at Camp Rorie Galloway, 3100 Lawson Road. The race consists of pre-schedul...

Downtown Mesquite is a finalist for state awards

Mesquite, TX – September 11, 2019 – Downtown Mesquite is a finalist for two Texas Downtown Association President’s Awards. Mesquite’s efforts to create a structured, well-rounded downtown revitalization pro...

Water Bills

Mesquite, TX - September 9, 2019 - The City of Mesquite calculates monthly water utility bills based on a customer’s actual water usage. This consists of two charges: a minimum bill and a consumption charge.  The customer’s me...

Council Connection Newsletter

This week's edition of the Council Connection e-newsletter is available. It has great stories on City Council news, events, programs and more. Plus, there are links to videos on city services.

Exterior repairs at City Hall to begin on Sept. 9

Mesquite, TX - Sept. 6, 2019 - Beginning Monday, Sept. 9, Facilities Maintenance will begin exterior repairs at City Hall. The repairs will include the fountain and the plaza area. This will require the installation of temporary construction fenc...

Mesquite Neighborhood Services presents quarterly report

Mesquite, TX - Sept. 5, 2019 - Assistant City Manager Raymond Rivas presented Mesquite Neighborhood Services’ Quarterly Report during the City Council/Staff Work Session on Sept. 2. The report covers code enforcement activity during the period of April 1,...

Mesquite Convention and Visitors Bureau earns five state awards

Mesquite, TX – Sept. 4, 2019 – The Mesquite Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) received five awards at the recent Texas Association of Convention and Visitors Bureau’s (TACVB) Annual Conference for excellence in de...

Mesquite names Maria Martinez as new Neighborhood Services Director

Mesquite, TX – Sept. 3, 2019 – The City of Mesquite has announced Maria Martinez as its new Director of Neighborhood Services. She will direct Environmental Code, Neighborhood Vitality, Housing and Community Services, and Mesq...

Mesquite City facilities and offices closed on Sept. 2

Mesquite, TX - Aug. 28, 2019 - City of Mesquite offices and facilities will be closed, with the exception of Mesquite Metro Airport, on Sept. 2 in observance of the Labor Day holiday. No trash or recycling will be collected until the residents' next sched...

Mesquite BBQ to donate 5% of all Labor Day Weekend sales to Mesquite Veterans Memorial

Mesquite, TX - Aug. 28, 2019 - Mesquite BBQ has announced the donation of 5% of all sales on Friday, August 30 and Saturday, August 31 to the Mesquite Veterans Memorial campaign. This includes all food sales, catering orders and merchandise purchases. The...

City of Mesquite’s 2018-19 Budget receives national recognition

Mesquite, TX - Aug. 28, 2019 - The City of Mesquite received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada for the 2018-2019 Annual Operating Budget.  This is the 31st...

Mesquite Citizen’s Police Academy Alumni Association earns State awards

Mesquite, TX - Aug. 28, 2019 - This month, he Mesquite Citizen’s Police Academy Alumni Association (MCPAAA) attended the 2019 Texas State Citizen’s Alumni Associations (TSCAA) conference in San Marcos. The association received the high...

States away - owner and pet reunited

Mesquite, TX – Aug. 27, 2019 – On Aug. 4, Jack was picked up us an injured stray by Mesquite Animal Services (MAS). He had a minor skull fracture that healed quickly with treatment from the City’s veterinary partner and was t...

Mesquite receives high rankings in home sales and education

Mesquite, TX - Aug. 27, 2019 – Two recent studies place Mesquite high on lists for homes sales and education. According to a study performed by the company SmartAsset, Mesquite is one of the easiest places to sale a home based on the number of d...

Mesquite to host 9/11 Memorial at Freedom Park

Mesquite, TX – Aug. 26, 2019 - The City of Mesquite invites the public to attend a 9/11 Memorial at Mesquite Freedom Park, 1527 N. Galloway Ave. The event will be held at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 11. The program will include various speaker...

Mesquite Outlaws announce team tryouts on Aug. 27, 2019

Mesquite, TX - Aug. 22, 2019 - The Mesquite Outlaws have announced tryout plans for their inaugural roster as they enter the Western Conference of the Major Arena Soccer League (MASL). Tryouts for the 2019-2020 Outlaws will begin on Tuesday, Aug. 27, with...

MISD bus driver arrested

Mesquite, TX - Aug. 21, 2019 - On Tuesday, 08/20/2019, the Mesquite Police Department arrested Ruben Castillo for the offense of Criminal Solicitation of a Minor to Commit Sexual Assault of a Child. Mr. Castillo was employed with the Mesquite ISD Transpor...

Mesquite Police Department to get two academic reviews of its operations

Mesquite, TX – August 19, 2019 – The Mesquite Police Department (MPD) would like to announce its participation in a collaborative study being undertaken in conjunction with the University of Texas at Dallas and the University ...

Mesquite Animal Shelter hosts successful Clear the Shelter event

Mesquite, TX - Aug. 19, 2019 - On August 17, the Mesquite Animal Shelter hosted the 2019 Clear the Shelter event and 89 animals were adopted by new families. This included 52 dogs, 36 cats and 1 guinea pig. The annual event waives all adoption fees for on...

Mesquite to participate in Clear the Shelters Day on Aug. 17

Mesquite, TX – Aug. 13, 2019 – Mesquite Animal Services (MAS) will join animal shelters throughout the country to waive pet adoption fees on Clear the Shelters day. Find your perfect match on Aug. 17 by visiting Mesquite Animal Service...

Mesquite offers recycling bins and promotes Know What to Throw recycling campaign

Mesquite, TX - Aug. 9, 2019 - The City of Mesquite is committed to developing sustainability practices and encourages all residents to recycle. Green 18-gallon recycling bins are available to Mesquite residents on a request basis to provide more citizens ...

Mesquite Animal Services discussed on KEOM

Mesquite, TX - Aug. 8, 2019 - Recently, Mayor Stan Pickett talked with Jeanne Saadi, Manager of Animal Services, and Emily Mashburn, Mesquite Animal Pawtners, on KEOM radio about the 90% save rate at the Mesquite Animal Shelter, the Aug. 17 Clear the Shel...

Outbreak of multidrug-resistant Salmonella infections linked to contact with pig ear dog treats

Mesquite, TX - Aug. 7, 2019 - The CDC and FDA are now advising people not to buy or feed any pig ear dog treats to pets, including any that may already be in homes.People can get sick after handling the treats or caring for dogs who ate the treat...

Mesquite to celebrate KidsQuest 2.0 with Last Play event and Buy a Picket program

Mesquite, TX - Aug. 8, 2019 - On Aug. 5, 2019, the City Council approved the replacement and expansion of the KidsQuest playground located a DeBusk Park, 1625 Gross Road. Input from the public was an important part of designing the next generation of the ...

Mesquite recognizes four employees as Real. Texas. Service. Champions

Mesquite, TX – August 6, 2019 – Last night, Mesquite honored four City employees with Real. Texas. Service. Champion awards during the City Council meeting. The Real. Texas. Service. Champions program celebrates employees who provide e...

Mesquite earns third highly prized Scenic City Certification

Mesquite, TX – August 5, 2019 – Mesquite has been recognized as a 2019 Certified Scenic City award recipient through the Scenic City Certification Program. This is the city’s third consecutive certification. Mesquite ranks go...

Fatality Accident

Mesquite, TX - August 2, 2019 - On Aug. 2, 2019 at approximately 8:45 a.m., the Mesquite Police Department responded to a call of a deceased person found in a concrete culvert in the 19000 block of the west service road of Highway 635. Investigation revea...

August Mainstream available online in English and Spanish

Mesquite, TX - August 1, 2019 - The 2019 August issue of the Mainstream is available online through the City’s website. The Mainstream is the City’s monthly newsletter and features Mesquite news, programs, and upcoming events. The news...

Watch the inaugural Open for Business video featuring Baker Brothers

Mesquite, TX - August 1, 2019 - The Open for Business video series highlights and features local businesses. Baker Brothers Plumbing, Air Conditioning & Electrical is the first business featured in the series. Learn more about the company by watching ...

August 50+ Program At A Glance available online

Mesquite, TX - August 1, 2019 - Mesquite offers three active Adult 50+ programs at Evans, Goodbar and Rutherford Recreation Centers. Each center offers a variety of programs and special events each month. To learn about this month’s activities, ...

Front Street Station groundbreaking event set for Aug. 8

Mesquite, TX - July 31, 2019 - A groundbreaking celebration to kick off construction of the Front Street Station project in Downtown Mesquite will be held on Aug. 8 at 5:30 p.m. in the west 100 block of Front Street. The public is invited to bring their o...

Mesquite celebrates National “DOGust” Day with birthday party for all shelter dogs

Mesquite, TX – July 31, 2019 – On August 1 the Mesquite Animal Shelter will celebrate “DOGust” Universal Birthday for Shelter Dogs with pupcakes for all shelter dogs and free cupcakes for all shelter custom...

KidsQuest Playgroud to be Improved

Since the opening of KidsQuest Playground at Debusk Park on October 30, 1994, the unique design and convenient location has made it the City of Mesquite’s most popular playground. The park was constructed with help of the community, and the wood...

Mesquite Animal Services holds National Mutt Day photo contest

Mesquite Animal Services (MAS) is celebrating National Mutt Day, July 31, with a photo contest highlighting Mesquite’s best mutts. Through 4 p.m., July 30, pet owners are encouraged to post a picture of their mixed-breed dog on the City&rsqu...

First draft of Comprehensive Plan to be presented at Town Hall Tuesday on July 30

Mesquite, TX - July 25, 2019 - View the first public draft of the City’s new Comprehensive Plan during Town Hall Tuesday, 7 p.m. July 30 at City Hall, 757 N. Galloway Ave. City staff will present key elements of the plan to solicit comments and ...

D Magazine features Mesquite Symphony Orchestra’s first Composer-in-Residence

Mesquite, TX - July 25, 2019 - D Magazine recently featured Mesquite Symphony Orchestra (MSO) Composer-in-Residence Kevin Day in its Arts and Entertainment section. Day is the first MSO Composer-in-Residence and will begin his residency this fall...

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