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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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When using flushable wipes, please throw them into the trash. Do not flush them down the toilet!🚽 This keeps the wastewater pipelines clear and helps avoid COSTLY clog removals in your neighborhood, home, and the wastewater plant. 💸💧 #WaterSmartWednesday
Open container of wet wipes with text warning not to flush wipes to prevent costly clogs.

ALT Open container of wet wipes with text warning not to flush wipes to prevent costly clogs.

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Kick off the evening at Fish Creek by enjoying family-friendly games, and grabbing a free hot dog before setting off on a relaxing bike ride or walk through the park. 📅Tuesday, September 29 📍4500 Coventry Drive, Grand Prairie 🕜Community Fair- 5:30 p.m. | Ride/Walk- 6:30 p.m.
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🐦Make your home a little safer for migrating birds this fall. Add exterior screens or visual markers to make glass easier to see and turn off unnecessary lights at night. 🪟#LightsOutGP
Text warns of peak fall bird migration with a bird flying near a window at dusk, urging safer windows for migrating birds.

ALT Text warns of peak fall bird migration with a bird flying near a window at dusk, urging safer windows for migrating birds.

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Join us to learn how to create beautiful landscapes that are heat resistant and drought tolerant! For more info: gptx.org/Community-Calendar. ✅Pre-registration is required. Email: [email protected]. Include your name, address, email, and phone number.
Announcement for WaterSmart Gardening Classes on Sept. 19 about rainwater harvesting and Oct. 10 about bulbs, urging to register today.

ALT Announcement for WaterSmart Gardening Classes on Sept. 19 about rainwater harvesting and Oct. 10 about bulbs, urging to register today.

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🚗Properly inflated tires help your car run more efficiently, which can help reduce fuel use and emissions. Check your tire pressure regularly and fill up when needed. ✅#AirNTX
Cartoon armadillo next to an orange car with a flat tire, urging to check tire pressure for safety.

ALT Cartoon armadillo next to an orange car with a flat tire, urging to check tire pressure for safety.

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👩‍🦳🧑‍🦳Strong connections support healthy aging. Spending time with family, friends, or your community through hobbies, events, or regular conversations can improve mental well-being. For health resources, visit ow.ly/jqoL50ZL38B
Illustration of four happy elderly people celebrating Healthy Aging Month in September 2026 with a Get Fit logo.

ALT Illustration of four happy elderly people celebrating Healthy Aging Month in September 2026 with a Get Fit logo.

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🎗️Join Mayor Ron Jensen on Saturday, October 3 as we fill the Farmers Market with pink in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. #GetFitGP 📍Grand Prairie Farmers Market | 120 W. Main St. 🕒Health Fair: 8–11:30 a.m. | Walk: 9:30 a.m. 👕Free T-shirts while supplies last!
Diverse group of walkers in pink shirts supporting breast cancer awareness at a local outdoor event.

ALT Diverse group of walkers in pink shirts supporting breast cancer awareness at a local outdoor event.

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