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Marlon Goff Named Duncanville Director of Economic Development

The City of Duncanville has selected Marlon Goff as its new Director of Economic Development, effective Monday, May 4, 2026.

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Teacher Arrested in Connection With Voyeurism Investigation Involving Student

DUNCANVILLE – The Duncanville Police Department has arrested Garrett Davis following an investigation into allegations of voyeurism involving an educator and a student. On April 13, 2026, Duncanville ISD Police Department was made aware of allegations of an…

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Midlothian Pet Owners: Hollywood Feed Opens May 2

Great news for local Midlothian pet owners, Hollywood Feed recently announced the opening date for its newest location in Texas. The healthy and holistic pet food and supply retailer will open its next Dallas-area location on Saturday, May 2 at 150 Nicolette…

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New Duncanville Assistant Police Chief Robert “Bobby” Byrd

The Duncanville Police Department is proud to announce the promotion of Lieutenant Robert “Bobby” Byrd to the position of Assistant Chief of Police. The promotion was effective March 8.

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Duncanville Starts National Search for New City Manager

The City of Duncanville has started a nationwide search for its next City Manager. They have hired T2 Professional Consulting, LLC to help lead the process.

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Duncanville Library Seeks Community Input through Survey

The City of Duncanville Public Library seeks community input to help guide the future of the organization and its services.

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Methodist Midlothian Offers Mako SmartRobotic Joint Replacement

Methodist Midlothian Medical Center is the latest healthcare provider in the region to offer Mako SmartRobotic for total knee and hip replacement, transforming how these surgeries are performed by helping surgeons know more and cut less.

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Update on Bob’s Bags Ministry in Duncanville

Visiting with Bob Cawthon, who started Bob’s Bags–a ministry to help the homeless–was inspirational last fall. We reported on the mission, now sponsored by First Christian Church of Duncanville, in an article published in Focus Daily News last October.