The first property tax increase in 11 years has been approved by the Garland City Council. The city tax rate, which was 70.46 cents per $100 of valuation will increase to 76.96 cents. The Operations & Maintenance portion of the tax rate is proposed to...
The city of Garland Water Department often receives information that an internet company has advertised water testing services for water customers in North Texas. Wes Kucera, managing director of Garland Water and Wastewater Utilities, reminds residents to be alert....
With flu season around the corner, it’s time to think about getting your vaccination -- and don’t forget, it takes two weeks for the vaccine to become effective. The CDC recommends getting it before flu season begins, which is typically sometime in October. Getting it...
The high school football season began this week with Garland High School and Naaman Forest High School playing Thursday, Aug. 29. Sachse, Rowlett, Lakeview Centennial, North Garland and South Garland high schools’ games were Friday, Aug. 30. Garland Owls defeat...
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 establishment...