Weekly Update: February 2, 2024
Posted on 02/02/2024
Weekly Update: February 2, 2024

D.L. Hopkins Jr. Senior Center

206 James Collins Blvd., Duncanville, TX 75116

Upcoming Events:


Police Department

The Duncanville Police Department received a generous donation of Starbucks and Target snacks from Duncanville resident Mrs. Freeman

The Duncanville Police Department received a generous donation of Starbucks and Target snacks from Duncanville resident Mrs. Freeman.

Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Duncanville Robbery and Related Offenses

Duncanville, TX - On Tuesday, January 23, 2024, Garrett Shay Hamilton pled guilty and received a life sentence for two murders and 25 years for his involvement in five aggravated robberies.

Continued...


 Fiscal Services

Accounting & Reporting – Weeks of January 18 – January 24:

  • EFTS Payments: 59 invoices were processed, totaling $1,511,624.06

Human Resources


Parks and Recreation

Kidsville Playground at Armstrong Park

Kidsville Playground at Armstrong Park

Kidsville Splashpad at Armstrong Park

Kidsville Splashpad at Armstrong Park

Crews conduct encampment cleanup behind the Duncanville Bookstore

Crews conduct encampment cleanup behind the Duncanville Bookstore


Duncanville Fieldhouse

1700 South Main Street, Duncanville, TX 75137

Upcoming Events:
Next-up Youth BB League, six courts – Friday 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

En Rich Minds Youth BB Tournament, three courts/six courts – Saturday 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, Sunday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Masters League Adult BB League, three courts – Sunday 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM


Recreation Center

Duncanville Parks and Recreation Department proudly celebrates Black History Month

The Duncanville Parks and Recreation Department proudly celebrates Black History Month by highlighting many African Americans and their contribution to our nation’s history. Displays can be found at City Hall, D.L. Hopkins Jr. Senior Center, and Duncanville Recreation Center all month long.

Daddy Daughter Dance – Saturday, February 17, 2024 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Tickets are on sale now for this year’s Daddy Daughter Dance! Capture special daddy-daughter memories with a lovely evening with dinner, dancing, and fun giveaways. Tickets are $50.00 per couple and $15.00 for each additional daughter. Formal dress is required. All ages are welcome. To purchase a ticket and for more information, contact the Recreation Center at (972) 780-5070.


Duncanville Public Library

Upcoming Events:

The Next Wednesday Book Club session will begin on February 21, 2024

Monthly Cursive Writing Classes for third, fourth, and fifth-grade students will begin on Saturday, February 10, 2024

The Red Cross will be hosting monthly blood drives at the Library. The next blood drive will be on Monday, February 5, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM


Development Services

Economic Development

Real estate developers have submitted requests for information on purchasing a city-owned property.

Preliminary discussions are underway with two franchises that want to bring national franchises to the City of Duncanville. The EDC Team will present this information to the DCEDC board for consideration.


Upcoming Garage Sales in Duncanville

January 29, 2024 - 311 W RED BIRD LN
February 9 and 10, 2024 - 207  Silver Creek Dr.
February 1 and 2, 2024 - 715 N HORNE St.
February 9 through 11, 2024 - 1238 N Cedar Ridge Dr.
February 9 through 11, 2024 - 1659  Sunset Village Dr.


Public Works

CIP Construction
SYB Construction is preparing for a water line tie-in this week.

Fire Station 271
Final testing and start-up of the emergency backup generator have been completed.

Cherry Alley Phase 1
Alliance Geotechnical Group has completed the subgrade soil for proctor.

E. Danieldale Rd. Reconstruction and Utility Improvements Project
Bean Electric completed the electric pedestal irrigation controller at Bob Lee.


Fire Department

Duncanville Fire Department (Station #2 – C Shift) and Chief Rohde recently visited with City Administration, including City Manager Doug Finch, Assistant City Manager Robert Brown, Assistant to the City Manager David Kees, and Executive Liaison Sofine Lewis

The men and women of the Duncanville Fire Department (Station #2 – C Shift) and Chief Rohde recently visited with City Administration, including City Manager Doug Finch, Assistant City Manager Robert Brown, Assistant to the City Manager David Kees, and Executive Liaison Sofine Lewis to share their thoughts on the operations of the Duncanville Fire Department and their experience in responding for service to the City of Duncanville.


Communications and Marketing

The following are included due to the persons, places or events in these stories having ties to the City of Duncanville.

January 30, 2024

DuncanvilleWoman Convicted of Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child, Sentenced to 35 Years
Irving Weekly
In a recent court trial, Omni Williams of Duncanville was found guilty of aggravated sexual assault of a child under the age of 13.

WFAA to broadcast battle of state-title hopefuls, as No. 12 Waxahachie visits No. 13 Duncanville
WFAA
DUNCANVILLE, Texas— Two of the best high school basketball teams in Texas square off on Tuesday night, and you can watch the game live for free ...

On3 5-Star Countdown: No. 28, Texas EDGE signee Colin Simmons
On3.com
Duncanville (Texas) EDGE and Texas signee Colin Simmons ranks No. 28 overall and five-stars in the 2024 On300. The latest edition of On3's 2024 ...

January 29, 2024

Man gets life sentence after pleading guilty to 2 Dallas County killings, other robberies
The Dallas Morning News
...Duncanvillepolice. Advertisement. Investigators charged Hamilton in the ... The final robbery, according to the news release, was at a Wells Fargo ATM ...

On3 5-Star Countdown: No. 28, Texas EDGE signee Colin Simmons
On3.com
Duncanville(Texas) EDGE and Texas signee Colin Simmons ranks No. 28 overall and five stars in the 2024 On300. The latest edition of On3's 2024 ...

The Powerhouse of TXHSFB: The Reigning State ChampDuncanville- rethnea.gr
rethnea.gr
Description · North Shore 41,Duncanville36: 2018 6A DI Texashigh school· VIDEO: No. ·Duncanvilleovercomes North Shore to win first Texashigh ...

January 28, 2024

Texas EDGE Colin Simmons inks first NIL deal with Vanguard Volkswagen - On3.com
On3.com
Duncanville, Texas, native, there's little doubt Simmons could have commanded some notable brand deals if he was allowed to as a high schooler.

Indoor Track and Field team finds early success with young squad - North Texas Daily
North Texas Daily
One standout from the meet was freshman sprinter Jaylen Washington, who hails fromDuncanville, Texas. It was his first collegiate meet, as he had ...

The Powerhouse of TXHSFB: The Reigning State ChampDuncanville- rethnea.gr
rethnea.gr
Description · North Shore 41,Duncanville36: 2018 6A DI Texas high school · VIDEO: No. ·Duncanvilleovercomes North Shore to win first Texas high ...

January 27, 2024

Red Cross battles national blood shortage, offers Amazon gift cards to donors
NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth
...Duncanville, TX75116; 2/8/2024: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Toyota Music Factory, 370 W. Las Colinas Blvd., Suite 104, Irving, TX 75309. Denton County. 1/29 ...

Reginald Samples – Head Football Coach,Duncanville- Lone Star Gridiron
Lone Star Gridiron
Chris Doelle brings you a different coach each episode along with content directly from the TexasHigh SchoolCoaches Association to help promote ...

The Dallas Morning News' 2023 All-area teams, football awards and more
Dallas Morning News
Duncanville's Caden Durham ... Durham is one of the most accomplished athletes to ever compete for nationally renownedDuncanville High School, winner ...

Desean Bryant -Duncanville- 2023 Junior Season Highlights - 247 Sports
247 Sports
Desean Bryant -Duncanville- 2023 Junior Season Highlights. Desean Bryant -Duncanville- 2023 Junior Season Highlights Hudl. Posted on 1/26/2024.

Garrett Shay Hamilton Pleads Guilty, Receives Life Sentence for Two Murders and 25 Years ...
Focus Daily News
Duncanville, TX– On Tuesday, January 23, 2024, Garrett Shay Hamilton pled guilty and received a life sentence for two murders and 25 years for ...

MY TRUTH: A Special Lady! - Texas Metro News
Texas Metro News
She is the person who made the BEST POUND CAKE in Dallas-Fort Worth! The Director of Partnerships and Engagement atDuncanville ISD, Angela says she ...

January 26, 2024

City ofDuncanvillePresents Fireside Chat with Ms. Opal Lee, Grandmother of Juneteenth
Focus Daily News
DUNCANVILLE, TX — The City ofDuncanvilleis honored

Robberies in ...
Irving Weekly
Duncanville, TexasNews. Suspect Pleads Guilty, Receives Life Sentence for Murders and Aggravated Robberies in Cedar Hill and Duncanville. profile ...

Duncanvilleman pleads guilty to two counts of murder - Audacy
Audacy
Police inDuncanvillestarted investigating 29-year-old Garrett Shay Hamilton in November of 2022 after he was identified as the man suspected of ...

Rivals Rankings Week: Offensive LSU signees receive final rankings
Death Valley Insider - Rivals.com
TheDuncanville, Texasproduct climbed to fourth among 2024 running backs in Wednesday's update. "This was one of the tougher decisions I had to ...

SCNext Top 25 - Updated girls' high school basketball rankings - ESPN
ESPN
Duncanville (Texas) 23-4 16. Lake Highland Prep (Fla.) 14-4 17. Purcell Marian (Ohio) 16-1 18. Putnam City West (Okla.) 15-0 19. San Antonio Clark ...

FormerDuncanvillePanther Keitrone Simpson Playing for Lamar University
Focus Daily News
FormerDuncanvillePanther standout defensive end Keitrone Simpson is now playing for Lamar University. He played in ten games in 2023, ...

The Dallas Morning News' 2023 Offensive Player of the Year:Duncanville'sCaden Durham
Dallas Morning News
Durham is one of the most accomplished athletes to ever compete for nationally renownedDuncanville High School, winner of 28 state titles in all ...

January 25, 2024

Dangerous Winter Weather Intensifying Emergency Blood Shortage | Press Release | North Texas
American Red Cross
...Duncanville, TX75116 2/8/2024: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Toyota Music Factory, 370 W. Las Colinas Blvd., Suite 104, Irving, TX 75309. Denton County 1/29 ...

Emergency blood shortage: A list of blood donation events in North Texas - WFAA
WFAA
...Duncanville, TX75116. Feb. 8: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Toyota Music Factory, 370 W. Las Colinas Blvd., Suite 104, Irving, TX 75309. Denton County. Jan. 29 ...

Girls basketball rankings (1/24): DeSoto,Duncanville, Hebron help 6A powers dominate
Dallas Morning News
...City Councilapproves $55 million in bond money to pay off gas drilling ... Girls basketball rankings (1/24): DeSoto,Duncanville, Hebron help 6A powers ...

The Dallas Morning News' 2023 Offensive Player of the Year:Duncanville's Caden Durham
Dallas Morning News
DUNCANVILLE— The week of the state championship game,Duncanvillefour-star senior running back Caden Durham got a scare.

Girls basketball rankings (1/24): DeSoto,Duncanville, Hebron help 6A powers dominate
Dallas Morning News
Duncanvillehas a big game coming up Friday, as it plays at No. 10 Cedar Hill.Duncanvilleleads District 11-6A with a 9-1 record and has a half-game ...

UIL realignment could renew or end some of Dallas area's best rivalries, or start others
Dallas Morning News
Allen may return to a district with Plano ISD schools, while DeSoto vs.Duncanvillerivalry could end.Duncanvilleand DeSoto each won a second ...

2025 - Dakorien Moore 5* WR/ATH fromDuncanville, TX| CanesInSight
CanesInSight
2025 Dakorien Moore 5* WR/ATH fromDuncanville, TX; TpaBayFlyFisher. World Class Angler · Jun 21, 2012 ; Sandman211. Junior · Jan 1, 2013 ; lindend. Money ...

January 24, 2024

It's time to File for those who want to run for Mayor/City Council in Duncanville
Focus Daily News
203 E. Wheatland Rd.Duncanville, Texas75116. Email address to submit a completed application for a place on the ballot: city.secretary ...

CITY OF DUNCANVILLE, RFP 24-0012 - Focus Daily News
Focus Daily News
CITY OF DUNCANVILLE, TEXAS REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL EXECUTIVE SEARCH AND RECRUITING SERVICES CONSULTANT ... Attention: Chief Procurement Officer,

   
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