The Garland Health Department conducts weekly inspections of establishments where food is served. Inspections are performed at daycare centers, retirement homes, school cafeterias, restaurants and stores. Inspectors use a 100-point scoring system during each...
Lots of fun at Noon Exchange Club Children’s Christmas Party
Members of the Noon Exchange Club of Garland were busy the week before Thanksgiving as they began preparing for their annual Children’s Christmas Party. The event has grown over the years from 80-100 youngsters to about 375 Garland ISD students. The club buys, wraps...
GPD investigates death of 15-year-old
Update- GPD investigates death of 15-year-old - The shooting victim has been identified as Russell Deangelo Jefferson of Garland. Detectives have identified Cesar Rocha, 18, of Dallas as the suspect in the shooting death of Jefferson. Rocha is cooperating with...
Good Sam presents fourth murder mystery
Sponsorship Opportunities Good Samaritans of Garland will present is fourth murder mystery March 2, 2024. It promises to be a great show where you'll help figure out whodunnit! Presenting Sponsor $12,500 • 2 tables of 10 with preferred seating & name on tables •...
Legend Oaks hosts Christmas Festival
Experience the heart of community celebration at Legend Oaks' Winter Festival! Join us for an Open House featuring music, delightful treats, hot cocoa and the chance to win exciting raffle prizes. The fun doesn't stop there. We're bringing in local small business...
GP&L electric rate adjustment
ERCOT has recently increased the cost of power by how it operates the grid and by implementing new programs. These changes have significantly increased costs for ERCOT market participants, such as Garland Power & Light. To offset these costs, GP&L is adjusting...
Stay safe if your vehicle hits a utility pole
Garland Power and Light has published information explaining procedures that will keep you safe if your car hits a utility pole. Please go over the procedures carefully. A car crash into a utility pole can be more dangerous than it first seems. The entire accident...
Crimes reported: Nov. 19-25
The Garland Police Department has divided the city into districts as shown on the map below. Determine which district you are in then go to that district on the report below to see crimes in your area for Nov. 19-25. Information is provided by the Garland Police...
Health Dept. inspections: Nov. 27 – Dec. 1
The Garland Health Department conducts weekly inspections of establishments where food is served. Inspections are performed at daycare centers, retirement homes, school cafeterias, restaurants and stores. Inspectors use a 100-point scoring system during each...
Garland Fire Toy Drive spreads holiday cheer
Make this holiday special for a child in need! The Garland Fire Fighters Association and Garland Fire Department are collecting new, unwrapped toys for their annual toy drive through Thursday, Dec. 21. Toy collection boxes are available at each of Garland's 11 fire...
North Garland Library mural project
Library patrons, residents and community members are invited to take part in the painting of a mural from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2, at the North Garland Library, 3845 N. Garland Ave. Meet behind the North Garland Library on Apollo Road. We will have...
Tri-City Cleanup removes 167,380 pounds of trash
The seventh Tri-City Cleanup in October was a big success because of 346 eager volunteers, including dedicated site captains, generous sponsors and proud homeowners. Thank you to all who participated! The numbers are in, and the impact was huge! This year volunteers...
Puffs: A live-theatre production for the holidays
Puffs, or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic, is an original play written by Matt Cox, Rowlett native Matt Cox and Sachse High School theatre alumnus. The play is a parody of the popular book series about a particular school of...
Office of Neighborhood Vitality recognizes neighborhoods
Office of Neighborhood Vitality Earns Excalibur Award - Garland's Office of Neighborhood Vitality recently received the Excalibur Award from the Camelot Neighborhood Association. The Excalibur Award annually honors an individual or group for outstanding civic duty and...
GPD investigates murder-suicide
On Wednesday, Nov. 29, at approximately 2:30 a.m., the Garland Police Department (GPD) responded to a concern for welfare call in the 1800 block of Vine Drive. A male caller advised that he had just killed his wife and that he was going to kill himself. Officers...
Have a safe, joyous holiday season
Becoming a crime victim can ruin an otherwise joyous season so put safety first. The tips below can help you stay safe. Shopping If you must shop at night, do not go alone. Dress comfortably and casually without wearing expensive jewelry. If possible, do not carry a...
Grief during the holidays
The holiday season can be a difficult time for those who have suffered the loss of a loved one, for those who suffer from depression and similar disorders or general feelings of loneliness. Memories of the death of a loved one often return to the surface during the...
Library activities for December announced
The Garland Library System is offering a variety of programs and activities for December. Check it out to decide which to attend! Early Literacy (Ages 0-5) PLAY & LEARN *Excludes major holidays 10 a.m., Fridays, July 31 through Dec. 15 - Central Library Express -...
Health Dept. inspections: Nov. 20-24
The Garland Health Department conducts weekly inspections of establishments where food is served. Inspections are performed at daycare centers, retirement homes, school cafeterias, restaurants and stores. Inspectors use a 100-point scoring system during each...
Crimes reported: Nov. 12-18
The Garland Police Department has divided the city into districts as shown on the map below. Determine which district you are in then go to that district on the report below to see crimes in your area for Nov. 12-18. Information is provided by the Garland Police...