Ducks...in my pool?!

In Grapevine, we are blessed with many water-ways, open spaces, and of course the lake! This means we have an abundance of wild neighbors inhabiting our neighborhoods and sharing our spaces. And because springtime is upon us, we are going to talk about du...

Snakes: A Civil Serpent

Snakes:  A Civil Serpent

With warm temperatures and frequent rains, Grapevine Lake and the various creeks and runoffs see rising water levels and some of our neighbors’ homes become unlivable.  No, I don’t mean our human friends next door...

Cat Adoption Options--PetSmart Southlake

Cats are now available for adoption at the PetSmart Southlake Adoption Center every day of the week.  Partnering with PetSmart Charities, we are giving cats more exposure to get them adopted into loving homes.

Our offsite adoption location is loca...

Dogs and Fireworks

With the very active fireworks season upon us in Grapevine, here are some tips to help keep your dog safe and comfortable.  We receive a number of dogs into the shelter as well as lost and found reports every time there is a firework event in our...

Frozen Summer Pup Treat (Recipe Inside)

We like to provide the shelter animals with varying kinds of enrichment.  Our staff whipped up this quick little frozen gem after we had a large amount of plain Greek yogurt donated.  Needless to say, our shelter dogs are happy with the ...

Low Cost Vaccine Clinic 9/8

Grapevine Animal Services hosts low cost vaccine clinics on our campus at 500 Shady Brook Dr. in Grapevine on a regular basis.

On Saturday, September 8, 2018 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., pet owners from across the community will have a chance to receive low co...

Grapevine's Economic Development

Home to nearly 3,000 businesses, our economy reflects a balance of successful small businesses serving the Texas market to major corporations that serve the world. From technology to tourism, explore the entrepreneurial energy that is Grapevine, Texas.

TEX Rail Coming Soon...

TEX Rail is a 27-mile commuter rail project being developed by the Fort Worth Transportation Authority (The T) and will be the next passenger rail service coming to Tarrant County. The opening commuter rail line, or initial service section, will extend fr...

Paycom to Relocate its Texas Operations Center to Grapevine, Texas

The Grapevine City Council and Paycom are proud to announce that Paycom Software, Inc., (“Paycom”) an award-winning U.S.-based human capital management technology provider, will be relocating its Texas operations center to Grapevine, Texas. Oklahoma City-...

Loan a Life Jacket Program

The Grapevine Fire Department implemented the Loan a Life Jacket program last summer, making life jackets available to those who visit Grapevine Lake without this life-saving tool.  With every loanable jacket in use most every day last summer, th...

TEXRail Train Test Runs

TEXRail trains are required to have completed a number of test hours before being fully operational. TEXRail test runs will begin today from the Grapevine Main Station to the Texan Trail area and back to the  Grapevine Main Station. These runs wi...

SummerBlast Fireworks

Beginning Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, Grapevine's SummerBlast features fun for the entire family, including spectacular fireworks shows EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT (and on July 4), special exhibits, dining, shopping and more.

City of Grapevine Announces THE TRADE GROUP® Relocating their Headquarters to Grapevine

The Grapevine City Council proudly announces that THE TRADE GROUP®  will be relocating their global headquarters to Grapevine, Texas.  The company has made the Inc. 5000 list of fastest growing private companies  for the...

The Iconic Salt Lick BBQ Coming to Grapevine

The City of Grapevine boasts a long tradition of providing diverse dining experiences for its citizens and visitors.  The City has cleared the way for the award–winning Salt Lick BBQ to join the Grapevine, Texas family.  Once c...

Kubota Tractor Corporation Unveils Their North American Headquarters in Grapevine, Texas

Kubota Tractor Corporation unveiled its new North American Headquarters building in Grapevine today with a ribbon cutting ceremony with Governor Greg Abbott, Masatoshi Kimata, President and Representative Director of the Kubota Group, along with State and...

Grapevine Fire Department Brings Lifesaving Technology to Grapevine Citizens

The Grapevine Fire Department has partnered with the PulsePoint Foundation to launch life-saving technology to the citizens of Grapevine via the PulsePoint Respond app.  Grapevine citizens who are CPR-trained are asked to download this free mobil...

Kubota Tractor & Credit Corp relocates their Corporate Headquarters to Grapevine, Texas

Governor Greg Abbott announced today that Kubota Tractor and Credit Corporations will relocate their corporate headquarters from Torrance, California to GRAPEVINE, TEXAS. Kubota’s headquarters relocation is projected to create at least 344 new jobs and $5...

Recycling - "WHAT GOES WHERE"

Recycling - Need To Know Where It Goes? Use the "WHAT GOES WHERE" New Web Search. Search for how to properly dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous household items.

Adult Summer Reading Club

Teen Summer Reading Club

Children's Summer Reading Club

Library Time Machine

Each month will transport us to a new decade, beginning with the 1920s. Smooth Brew Barbershop Quartet kicks off the celebration by singing us back through the decades in old-fashioned style. Watch the library calendar for a live radio show, sock hop, hul...

Honoring a Promise

June 12 marks 14 years since a drunk driver killed Grapevine Police Officer Darren Medlin in the line of duty.  Officer Medlin was a brother and friend to fellow officers, and so much more to the family he left behind.  While Darren live...

Live Fire Cinema Range

Grapevine Police are getting a new level of firearms training.  The department will receive the only full-sized digital projection shooting center in the country that combines cinema-sized video screens and live fire. 

On Tuesday, Februar...

Motorcycle Challenge

Great work by members of the Traffic Unit for a job well-done at the annual Capital of Texas Police Motorcycle Chute Out in Pflugerville.  Sergeant Easley placed 1st in Novice Individual Speed Harley Electra Glide. Senior Officer Hardin earned 7t...

VIPS Awarded for Service

It is no secret that the jobs of Grapevine Police personnel are easier, and the entire police department is better, because of the invaluable work of our Volunteers In Police Service (VIPS.) These volunteers dedicate their time, energy, and knowledge to h...

Police Chief Retiring

Grapevine’s longest-serving Police Chief will retire after 34 years in law enforcement.Chief Eddie Salame began his career with Fort Worth Police in 1984. He joined the Grapevine Police Department in 1991 and served as Assistant Chief or Chief f...

Awards Banquet

Grapevine Police Officers and Dispatchers earned top honors from the Department at the 2017 Grapevine Police Awards Banquet.  Each year, officers and personnel are recognized for outstanding service throughout the year.  Awards include C...

Santa Cops

The spirit of giving can be felt across Grapevine, as citizens and businesses help the Grapevine Police Department spread holiday cheer to the families they serve.

The Santa Cops program delivers toys to economically disadvantaged children in the community...