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You've GOT to see this video!! Shot from the Point-Of-View of a competitor on the Scott Firefighter Combat Challenge, which holds its US Nationals in Farmers Branch THIS WEEKEND, bringing in firefighters from all over the country. It's quite a spectacle and it's free to attend and observe. Start times at the Doubletree Hotel, 4099 Valley View Lane, are 2 pm Friday / 12 noon Saturday / 10 am Sunday. More at fbtx.net. https://youtu.be/r23pRbj7pLU

Scheduling of NATIONAL NIGHT OUT is pushing the City Council meeting up by 24 hours, now scheduled for Monday, October 5 at 6 pm at City Hall. More at fbtx.net.

You've GOT to see the competition that musters the kind of intensity that's etched into this man's face. The U.S. Nationals of the Scott Firefighter Combat Challenge will be held in Farmers Branch this weekend, October 3, 4 & 5 at the Doubletree by the Galleria. Firefighters from all over the country will take part in timed competitions that replicate the grueling tasks they must perform in their duties. They require strength, concentration and resolve. And, it is something special to see. More at fbtx.net or firefighter challenge.com.

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT is a week away! Who's having a block party?! Be sure to let Farmers Branch's Finest know by registering that party at 972.919.9304 in order to get Police Officers, Firefighters and all manner of City folk to come by. More at fbtx.net.

SPEND Saturday evening outdoors, under the stars, with a) Bradley Cooper, b) Emma Stone or c) Rachel McAdams (plus food trucks, live music and lots of fun). ‪#‎datenightinthepark‬ More at fbtx.net

MANSKE MOVIES presents Disney's 'McFarland USA' under the stars in the amphitheatre Saturday night. More @ fbtx.net ‪#‎fbtx‬

ENCOUNTER the Past this weekend with interactive tours of historic Keenan Cemetery in Farmers Branch. More @ fbtx.net ‪#‎fbtx‬

Pickups-N-Panels Classic Car-Truck Shootout rolls into the Historical Park on Saturday, September 12. Gates open at 9:30 a.m. on what is forecast to be a beautiful day. Get outside and enjoy! More @ fbtx.net

FBPD to participate in special Saturday DEA Prescription Drug Takeback Day on Saturday, September 26 from 10 am to 2 pm at Farmers Branch Justice Center. More @ fbtx.net

MANSKE MOVIES under the Stars presents "E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial" Saturday, September 5 at the Manske Library's outdoor amphitheater. Admission is free. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. More at fbtx.net.

Farmers Branch PD paused at 11 am Friday to pay tribute to Harris County Deputy Darren Goforth and to 'Stand with Law Enforcement,' answering the call of Governor Greg Abbott. Fourteen Farmers Branch Police vehicles along with dozens of Police and City personnel, a handful of residents and Mayor Bob Phelps were witness to the tribute.

HAPPY LABOR DAY ... Most City offices and facilities closed Monday, September 7 ... Historical Park and Rec Center open 8-5 ... Frog Pond open 12-6 ... NO GARBAGE COLLECTION ... More @ fbtx.net

FBPD to answer Governor Abbott's call to 'Stand with Law Enforcement in Texas' at 11 am Friday ... More at fbtx.net

Farmers Branch Parks and Recreation Department team members wear blue ribbons as a show of support for law enforcement. Pick up your blue ribbon at City Hall or the Farmers Branch Police Department. ‪#‎fbtx‬

Limited spraying happening tonight in areas north of Brookhaven Club Drive, between Webb Chapel and Marsh ... More at fbtx.net

Mosquito counts in traps still down, but three traps still positive for WNV. As such, all residential areas of the City will be sprayed Tuesday & Wednesday evening. Find out more at fbtx.net

FREE (yes, you heard right) FREE pet adoptions are at the Farmers Branch Animal Adoption Center ONE DAY ONLY - SATURDAY, August 15, from 9 am to 3 pm. More at fbtx.net.

Don't forget LIVE 80 plays Tastes & Tunes, along with amazing food trucks, tonight at The Grove @ Mustang Station. 5-8 pm. Free admission.

Looking for a special way to spend the last few days before school starts? Come out to the Farmers Branch Aquatics Center on Saturday for a special "Aqua Event!" More at fbtx.net.

FREE PET ADOPTIONS ONE DAY ONLY ... All adoptable pets will be available with all fees waived on Saturday only at the "Clear the Shelter" event at the Farmers Branch Animal Adoption Center. Find out more at fbtx.net.