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Officer Richard Houston II Memorial Highway signs installed

The portion of Interstate 635 that runs from LaPrada Drive to Cartwright Road/Bruton Road is now the Officer Richard Houston II Memorial Highway.

Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) installed the signage in time for the second anniversary of Officer...

Proceeds from restaurants on 821 Day to help fund Officer Houston Memorial Highway signs

To honor the memory of fallen Mesquite Police Officer Richard Houston II, the Mesquite Police Association (MPA) Charities has created 821 Day, a campaign that will take place on Aug. 21.

Named after Officer Houston’s badge number, on 821 Day participating ...

Police and Fire help residents Celebrate Safely over 4th of July weekend

Over the weekend leading up to Independence Day and the holiday itself, the City of Mesquite Police and Fire Department proactively helped residents enjoy safe celebrations by conducting specialized patrols regarding illegal fireworks and Driving While In...

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. 21 at 1 p.m. in the parking l...