Remington College to host blood drive

Remington College Dallas Campus invites people to give blood at its upcoming 3 Lives Blood Drive on the campus on Tuesday, June 21 from 8:45 am - 2 pm. Remington College's blood partner for the event is Carter Blood Care. Remington College founded the 3 Lives program...

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GISD announces teachers of year

Every day, thousands of Garland ISD teachers encourage, inspire and motivate students to aim for academic success. These dedicated frontrunners work to make a difference in the lives and futures of tomorrow—and their hard work and devotion do not go unnoticed. Toward...

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City’s pools open for season June 4

Garland’s three community pools and wave pool will be open for the summer season beginning June 4. Surf and Swim Surf and Swim is the wave pool located at Audubon Park at 440 West Oates Road in Garland, has a maximum capacity of 1,000 guests, so get there early. Surf...

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District 1 has new council member

David Gibbons, recently sworn in as the District 1 Council Member, moved to the Dallas area in 1970. Born and raised in East Texas, he had often visited relatives in Garland and has fond memories of time spent here. “I wouldn’t even think about moving. This will...

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Council receives tornado recovery update

The City Council received a tornado recovery update from the Code Compliance Department during the May 16 work session. Damage from the Dec. 26 tornado included more than 500 structures. Of those, 127 were destroyed, 102 sustained major damage and 113 sustained minor...

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Obituary: Mary Elizabeth Coney

March 24, 1948 - May 13, 2016 Mary Coney passed away on May 13, 2016, in her home in Garland, Texas at the age of 68. Born in Los Angeles, California, she was raised by Ernest Divelbiss and Aloma “Scottie” (Chasteen) Divelbiss in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, with her...

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Health inspection report: May 16-20

Each week the city of Garland Health Department conducts inspections of establishments where food is served.  Inspection sites include day care centers, retirement homes, school cafeterias, restaurants – fast food and dine-in, convenience stores, and grocery stores. A...

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Red Cross urges blood donations

The American Red Cross urges blood donors to choose their day to give and help ensure blood is available for patients all summer long during its annual summer awareness campaign, sponsored by Suburban Propane. “Many Americans will be celebrating the unofficial start...

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