Garland police detectives are trying to ID a burglary suspect who was captured on video breaking into the S&K Mart at 1420 Glenbrook Drive earlier this month. During the burglary the suspect got away with cash and cigarettes. Detectives also believe this thief may...
An early morning fire Wednesday, July 15 at the Forest Glen Apartment complex, located near the corner of Jupiter Road and Forest Lane, left eight families homeless. No residents were injured but several family pets were lost. The two-alarm fire was reported at...
Strategic Government Resources representative Pat Fowler presented the results of their performance evaluation of Garland’s Animal Services Department at the July 6 City Council work session. Garland Animal Services was compared to nine other municipal programs....
Air Force Airman Jose Raya graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland in San Antonio. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical...
The Garland Fire Department, in an effort to promote safety, shares National Fire Protection Agency tips on various subjects. Below are their suggestions for microwave safety.
Each week the city of Garland Health Department conducts inspections of establishments where food is served. Inspections include day care centers, retirement homes, school cafeterias, restaurants - fast food and dine-in, convenience stores, and grocery stores. A...
Last week, the Garland Health Department received a report of laboratory confirmed presence of West Nile Virus in mosquitos collected in the 1600 block of Dent Drive. GHD immediately initiated adulticide spraying throughout surrounding area two consecutive nights to...
As the summer temperatures increase, Garland Power & Light reminds residents of several ways to save money on energy bills while staying cool. Summer energy saving tips Set the thermostat to 78° or higher in the summer. Each degree cooler can...
As a believer of Scripture, no flag dictates my moral values. My moral assessment begins with God’s character and His holiness which is the basis of goodness and moral values. The Confederate flag is found offensive by many individuals and some would also include the...
On a mission to save their campus energy and time, members of the Lakeview Centennial High School Principal’s Advisory Council introduced a novel, student-led conservation organization in 2014-15. Known as Watt Patrol, the eco-conscious group helped the Patriots...
Four Garland ISD teachers were recently recognized for their commitment to all students. The Special Education Department named its Elementary, Middle School, High School and All-District General Educators of the Year May 21. Carver Elementary School fourth-grade...
Members of Altrusa of Garland, Inc. had a busy service year. The organization members donated more than 13,000 service hours from June 2014 through May 2015 and they accomplished an impressive list of tasks. They gave $3,500 in scholarships to Garland ISD high school...