Garland City Council members will likely vote on whether to demolish the historic buildings on the east side of the square after a March 21 public hearing during which opponents of demolition will have a chance to make alternate proposals. Those in favor of a...
Letter to the editor: Faith and the public domain
Early Christianity rose triumphantly without the need of government support. In fact, history shows that when the faith community utilized the arm of the law to enforce their values, it became a recipe for disaster. For example, “convert” or “face the sword,” was not...
Alan Cumming entertains at An Evening of Hope Gala
Hope’s Door New Beginning Center hosted An Evening of Hope Gala Feb. 25 featuring Broadway and television star, Alan Cumming. Guests enjoyed his brilliant performance, a wide variety of silent auction items, an elegant dinner and a fast and furious live auction....
City hall dedicated as William E. Dollar Municipal Building
Garland City Hall has a fresh, new look and a new name. The facility has undergone a dramatic renovation during the past three years and now boasts a beautiful new entryway and atrium as well as a rejuvenated exterior. On March 3, the building was officially...
Cultural Arts Commission announces award winners
The Garland Cultural Arts Commission, Inc. announced their winners of the 2017 GISD High School Senior Art Competition. Cash awards were presented during a reception March 2 at the Granville Arts Center, honoring all students who entered the competition and their...
Health Department inspections: Feb. 27 – March 3
The city of Garland Health Department 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...
Blake Wilson deploys to support Atlantic Resolve
Army Master Sgt. Blake H. Wilson has deployed overseas in support of Atlantic Resolve. Atlantic Resolve is a demonstration of continued U.S. commitment to collective security through a series of actions designed to reassure NATO allies and partners of...
GSO features pianists Robert McDonald, Alex McDonald
Garland Symphony Orchestra will continue its 2016-17 season March 17 at 8 p.m. at the Granville Arts Center, 300 North Fifth Street in downtown Garland. This season is “Symphony Goes Wild!” Composers have always taken inspiration from nature, so it is no...
Soccer, softball team scores for Friday, March 3
Garland ISD high school softball and soccer team scores for Friday, March 3 were as follows: Girls' softball team scores were: Garland High School Lady Owls 19 – South Garland High School Lady Colonels 1 Sachse High School Lady Mustangs 24 – Lakeview...
‘I coulda had class. I coulda been a contender.’ Don’t miss Brando at his best!
“On the Waterfront,” the next free movie scheduled for screening at the Plaza Theater (March 18) in downtown Garland, is No. 8 on the American Film Institute’s list of 100 best movies ever made. Based on various true stories, it was set on the waterfront docks in New...
GCT hiring crew, casting for ‘The Addams Family A New Musical’
Garland Civic Theatre is casting for the character of Mal Beineke (principal, supporting) and for members of the Male Ensemble for The Addams Family A New Musical. Roles are open to all ethnicities. Mal Beineke is the father of Lucas and husband of Alice. He...
Army Spc. Gabriel Torrewa deployed overseas
Atlantic Resolve is a demonstration of continued U.S. commitment to collective security through a series of actions designed to reassure NATO allies and partners of America's dedication to enduring peace and stability in the region in light of the Russian intervention...