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Birds need our help for safe travel at night.🐦 💡By turning off or dimming non-essential landscape, interior, and exterior lighting from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. each night, you can help prevent bird collisions and save money! #LightsOutGP
Close-up of a Lincoln's Sparrow perched on green foliage with a night sky background urging Texas to turn off lights during fall bird migration from Aug 15 to Nov 30.

ALT Close-up of a Lincoln's Sparrow perched on green foliage with a night sky background urging Texas to turn off lights during fall bird migration from Aug 15 to Nov 30.

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Don’t let your pet waste haunt your yard! 👻 🐶😺Doo the right thing and pick up after your pet. #LoveWaterLovelife
Corgi dressed as a witch holding a pumpkin bucket next to a black and white cat with pumpkins, promoting pet waste cleanup.

ALT Corgi dressed as a witch holding a pumpkin bucket next to a black and white cat with pumpkins, promoting pet waste cleanup.

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Gardens require less water in the fall as daylight hours become shorter and the sun's intensity decreases. Cooler weather and rain make it possible to stop all supplemental irrigation. It’s a good idea to turn your irrigation system off in the winter months. #WaterSmartWednesday
Green watering can pouring water against a blue background with bold text saying 'Match watering to the season!' and hashtag #WaterSmartWednesday.

ALT Green watering can pouring water against a blue background with bold text saying 'Match watering to the season!' and hashtag #WaterSmartWednesday.

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Join us for our Shademakers Workshop! 🌳This free, two-part workshop will take place on November 14 and November 21 and is designed to give participants both foundational knowledge and hands-on experience caring for trees. Register today by visiting: ow.ly/kJ0i50ZZuvi
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Leaf it all behind this fall! 🍁 ♻️Choose greener options like sustainable decor, electric tools, or upcycle old clothes for costumes. #AirNTX
Orange pumpkin with text listing fall items to leave behind: plastic holiday decor, single-use costumes, gas-powered yard tools, and throwing away carved pumpkins.

ALT Orange pumpkin with text listing fall items to leave behind: plastic holiday decor, single-use costumes, gas-powered yard tools, and throwing away carved pumpkins.

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Plant several weeks before the first frost to allow the roots to establish. Spring-blooming bulbs can be planted during this period, especially once soil temperatures are consistently below 60°F. 🌻💧 #WaterSmartWednesday
Close-up of yellow daffodils with text about planting perennials and bulbs from late September to early December.

ALT Close-up of yellow daffodils with text about planting perennials and bulbs from late September to early December.

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Stay healthy this season! 💉 Attend Parkland’s Flu Shot Drive and help protect yourself and those around you. For more information, visit ow.ly/Jr4350ZZ9eQ 📅 Friday, October 23 🕓 2-6 p.m. 📍 E. Carlyle Smith Jr. Health Center 801 Conover Drive, Grand Prairie
A person receiving a flu shot injection in the upper arm during Parkland Flu Shot Drive event on Oct. 23 in Grand Prairie, TX.

ALT A person receiving a flu shot injection in the upper arm during Parkland Flu Shot Drive event on Oct. 23 in Grand Prairie, TX.

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🩷🎗️This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, take a moment to check in with your health. While breast self-exams are not a replacement for recommended screenings, being aware of changes can help you take action and connect with your health care provider. #GetFitGP
Illustration featuring breast cancer ribbons and a prompt on conducting a self breast exam.

ALT Illustration featuring breast cancer ribbons and a prompt on conducting a self breast exam.

Instruction to use the flats of three middle fingers to press the entire breast and armpit area with varying pressure while in the shower.

ALT Instruction to use the flats of three middle fingers to press the entire breast and armpit area with varying pressure while in the shower.

Woman examining her breasts in a mirror, checking for swelling, dimpling, or skin changes with arms at her sides and hands on hips.

ALT Woman examining her breasts in a mirror, checking for swelling, dimpling, or skin changes with arms at her sides and hands on hips.

Woman lying down with a pillow under her right shoulder performing a breast self-exam using three middle fingers to check for lumps and nipple discharge.

ALT Woman lying down with a pillow under her right shoulder performing a breast self-exam using three middle fingers to check for lumps and nipple discharge.

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It’s best to plant new trees during the fall months. This reduces the amount of stress when being transplanted. This head start will give your trees time to establish a healthy root system in the Spring! 🪴💧 #WaterSmartWednesday
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Get ready to stroll and pink out with Mayor Ron Jensen! Bring your friends and family and walk for Breast Cancer Awareness. #GetFitGP 📅Saturday, October 17 🕜Walk: 9 a.m. 📍Grand Prairie Farmers Market | 120 W. Main St. No registration required
Smiling participants in pink clothing ready for the Pink Out walk at Grand Prairie Farmers Market.

ALT Smiling participants in pink clothing ready for the Pink Out walk at Grand Prairie Farmers Market.

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🩷Heart disease is the leading cause of death among women in the U.S. According to the CDC, about 1 in 5 women’s deaths are linked to heart disease. ✅Learn the warning signs and talk with your health care provider about steps you can take to protect your heart. #GetFitGP
Middle-aged woman clutching her chest with text highlighting heart disease as the leading cause of death for women in the US.

ALT Middle-aged woman clutching her chest with text highlighting heart disease as the leading cause of death for women in the US.

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🔎Looking for simple ways to make your home more sustainable? ♻️Try these solutions: choose eco-friendly products, compost, and unplug devices when they’re not in use. Small steps add up to a greener future! #SustainGP
Illustration showing sustainable home tips: eco-friendly cleaning products, composting food scraps, and unplugging devices to save energy.

ALT Illustration showing sustainable home tips: eco-friendly cleaning products, composting food scraps, and unplugging devices to save energy.

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🩷Join us for a morning stroll with friends and family while wearing your favorite pink outfit! 📅Saturday, October 17 🕜Walk: 9 a.m. 📍Grand Prairie Farmers Market | 120 W. Main St. No registration required
Group of women in pink shirts and accessories walking outdoors for a breast cancer awareness event at Grand Prairie Farmers Market.

ALT Group of women in pink shirts and accessories walking outdoors for a breast cancer awareness event at Grand Prairie Farmers Market.

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🍁Here are seven fall lawn care steps that will help make your lawn dazzle next year!✨ It’s a process, so keep a tight schedule and be sure to follow these rules so that you can have a beautiful lawn come spring. 💧🪴 #WaterSmartWednesday
Seven fall lawn care tips including mowing regularly, watering only as needed, and raking often over a background of autumn leaves.

ALT Seven fall lawn care tips including mowing regularly, watering only as needed, and raking often over a background of autumn leaves.

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📢 The Pink Out Walk has a new date! Due to inclement weather, the walk portion of Strollin’ with the Mayor: Pink Out has been rescheduled for Saturday, October 17, at 9 a.m. 📅Saturday, October 17 🕒 Walk: 9 a.m. 📍Grand Prairie Farmers Market 120 W. Main St., Grand Prairie
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Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Cyclin' and Strollin' with the Mayor: Fish Creek Community Fair! It was great seeing so many families and neighbors come together for an evening of fun, fitness, and community. 🚴🚶💙 #GetFitGP
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Don't miss an evening of community fun! Join Mayor Ron Jensen tomorrow at Fish Creek Linear Park for a community fair, family-friendly games, free hot dogs, and more! 🚴🚶 #GetFitGP 📍 4500 Coventry Drive, Grand Prairie 🕠 Community Fair: 5:30 p.m. 🚴 Ride/Walk: 6:30 p.m.
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Healthy aging starts with small daily habits.🍎 Stretching regularly can help keep your muscles active, improve flexibility, and support mobility. 🎾Pair it with healthy eating, staying connected, and hobbies you enjoy. #GetFitGP
Illustration showing aging tips including talking to family, regular checkups, mind games, new hobbies, balanced meals, and staying active.

ALT Illustration showing aging tips including talking to family, regular checkups, mind games, new hobbies, balanced meals, and staying active.

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A toilet that continues to run after being flushed can waste up to 200 gallons a day! You can check for a toilet tank leak by adding several drops of food coloring to the tank. If the toilet is leaking, color will appear in the toilet bowl within 30 minutes. #WaterSmartWednesday
Toilet paper roll with a sad face drawn, emphasizing the importance of checking for toilet leaks that waste up to 200 gallons daily.

ALT Toilet paper roll with a sad face drawn, emphasizing the importance of checking for toilet leaks that waste up to 200 gallons daily.

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🛍️Going shopping? Don't forget your plus one. ♻️Reusable bags are easy to forget. Keep a few by the door, in your car or next to something you'll always grab before heading out. #SustainGP
Eco-friendly tote bag branded Sustain GP hanging on rustic wooden hooks, next to a graphic hand and the phrase 'Don't leave me hanging' in large letters.

ALT Eco-friendly tote bag branded Sustain GP hanging on rustic wooden hooks, next to a graphic hand and the phrase 'Don't leave me hanging' in large letters.

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