The Garland Downtown Historic District in Garland, Dallas County, was recently listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The Texas Historical Commission assisted in the nomination of this district in recognition of its importance to the history of Garland...
Garland man wins $10K from Neighborhood Credit Union
Good savings habits can bring good fortune, one Garland man has learned. Tears welled up in his eyes as Ricci Gazetti saw the Neighborhood Credit Union leaders on his doorstep Thursday afternoon, delivering an oversized “check” made out for $10,000. The actual $10,000...
Garland resident participates in lung cancer research fundraiser
Hundreds of local residents are joining forces to fight lung cancer, united in the belief that surviving lung cancer should be the expectation, not the exception. The Dallas/Fort Worth Free to Breathe 5K Run/Walk and 1-Mile Walk will take place Sunday, May 21 in...
Softball, baseball high school scores: April 21, 25
Scores for the Garland ISD high school softball and baseball teams are listed below: Baseball –April 21 Lakeview Centennial High School Patriots 9 North Garland High School Raiders 1 Rowlett High School Eagles 12...
Dedicated yoga teacher says yoga benefits all age groups
Patricia Alonso LMT | ERYT & YACEP, owner of Shakti Yoga Center, 118 W. Centerville Rd., Suite 300 in Garland, said that she is fulfilling her soul’s purpose by sharing her passion for yoga with the community. “When you have that voice in your heart, you...
Students at Texas universities win annual scholarship competition
The Headliners Foundation of Texas today announced winners of $66,750 in scholarships for the 2017-2018 school year. The awards go to 16 undergraduate students at schools throughout the state showing outstanding potential in journalism. In addition to strong...
Celebrate Small Business Week at Downtown Business Trail event
The Garland Chamber of Commerce will kick off Small Business Week with the Downtown Business Trail event Tuesday, May 2, 4 pm. - 7:30 p.m. Participants will pick up a map at Intrinsic Brewery & Smokehouse that highlights 18 downtown businesses. Visit at...
11th Street celebrates National Register of Historic Places inclusion
Saturday, April 22, marked the celebration of the inclusion of the Travis College Hill Addition’s listing on the National Register of Historic Places. Attendees enjoyed a tour of five of the historic homes on South 11th Street as well as a plaque unveiling ceremony....
GSO continues season with pianist Antonio Di Cristofano
Garland Symphony Orchestra continues its season May 12 at 8 p.m. at the Granville Arts Center, Brownlee Auditorium in downtown Garland. This concert will feature Antonio Di Cristofano, pianist. He completed his piano studies in 1986 at the Conservatory...
Current mayor seeks third term
Douglas Athas had a long list of things he hoped to accomplish as mayor, a list with more things to do than anyone could complete in one term, or even two. He would like to have the opportunity to accomplish more by remaining in office for a third term. “We’ve...
Don’t miss tasty food, opportunity to support Crime Stoppers
Bring your family members and friends to the annual Crime Stoppers fundraiser, Taste of Garland, for a chance to sample all-you-can-eat specialties from Garland area restaurants. Taste of Garland is the main fundraiser for Garland Crime Stoppers, through which...
Health Department inspections: April 17-21
The 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...