Downtown revitalization efforts spur progress

Robert A. Smith, downtown property owner and developer, addressed attendees at the Nov. 13 Chamber of Commerce luncheon about downtown Garland.   He began with a challenge of sorts: “You’ll Be Known by the Downtown You Keep!”   “Are we kick’n our heals...

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Small-business owners receive grants

The Garland Chamber of Commerce, as part of its role in the development of the local economy, awarded total of $50,000 in grant funding to nine Garland small-business owners at a luncheon Nov. 13.   After a strenuous application and interview process, the nine...

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Vehicle chase ends in crash

Update: The driver of the vehicle was identified as 22-year-old Kendall Deontay Shannon of Arlington. He showed to have an active outstanding warrant for Unlawful Carrying of a Weapon out of Dallas County.   On Nov. 28 just after 3 a.m. Garland Police Department...

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Health Dept. inspections: Nov. 11-21

The Garland Health Dept. conducts weekly inspections of establishments where food is served.  Inspections are performed at day care centers, retirement homes, school cafeterias, restaurants and stores. A failing grade includes anything below 60.  Any establishment...

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House fire claims four lives

Just after 1 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 25, the Garland Fire Department responded to a house fire in the 1400 block of Williams Drive. When firefighters arrived on scene, the residence was heavily involved with fire and there were people in the home. First responders made...

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Sachse Mustangs advance in playoffs

Saturday, Nov. 25, marked a milestone for the Sachse Mustangs. For the first time in school history, the Mustangs made it past the second round of the playoffs to take the 6A Division 1 area title in a game against Rockwall HS. The score of the overtime win was 24-17....

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Holidays bring home fire risks

The holiday season is a time for family festivities but it is also a time when there is an increased risk of home fires. According to the Garland Fire Department, many holiday activities are some of the leading causes of U.S. home fires. Cooking, Christmas trees,...

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It’s time to get flu shots

Flu season has started and getting a vaccination shot now could save you from the misery of getting the disease!  The Center for Disease Control recommends an annual flu shot for everyone six months of age and older because it is the best protection against the...

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GEF receives sizable donation

Educators in Garland ISD have an extra reason to give thanks this holiday season. The AT&T Foundation, along with the help of Senator Don Huffines, donated $10,000 to the Garland ISD Education Foundation (GEF) Nov. 15.   “We cannot thank our donors enough for...

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