Virtual superhero teaches positive traits

Garland native Jolene Mullins has a passion for helping children learn about things such as kindness, compassion and empathy. To achieve that goal, she created a virtual superhero called Virtuleze, and she hopes that the character will teach kids to “think with their...

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Summer nutrition program begins June 8

For more than 20 years, In an effort to ensure that the youth in our community continue to receive a meal during the summer break, the city of Garland has supported the Summer Nutrition Program. The 2020 program will be overseen by CitySquare, an advocacy organization...

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Linh-Thuy Trinh, Good Sam volunteer

Linh-Thuy Trinh is a graduating senior at Garland High School. She has been part of Garland High School’s International Baccalaureate Program and the Good Samaritans of Garland team. Linh's academic dedication has allowed her to receive a full-ride scholarship to the...

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Rowlett to host blood drive

Texas is reopening and that is also true for hospital services. For two months, most hospitals stopped non-emergency and elective procedures to avoid overwhelming staff during the COVID-19 caseload. Hospitals are gradually resuming services and hoping to return to...

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Strike + Reel reopens with $4 movies

Strike + Reel, North Texas premier Movie Theater, is now open at 50% occupancy. The 90,000-square-foot venue features eight dine-in movie auditoriums with large-format screens, luxury recliners and full bar service.   As a thank you to guests for their support,...

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Crimes reported: May 17-23

The Garland Police Department has divided the city into districts, numbers vary from 11 to 56.  Listed below are the 159 crimes reported.   Information provided by the Garland Police Department.   Crimes by district District 11 3 District 12 7 District 13 12...

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Graduation venue change announced

The 2020 Garland ISD graduation venue has been changed – again. Because Globe Life Park is open-air and the weather forecast calls for high temperatures, the Texas Rangers organization has moved the ceremonies to the climate-controlled Globe Life Field for safety...

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Spring Creek Preserve…Go for a walk!

There are lots of things to do at the Spring Creek Preservation and the fun starts this Saturday, June 6. Meet at 1770 Holford Road to join in the work session from 8 a.m. – 10 a.m. There is plenty of space for everyone so there will be no problem with distancing! The...

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Toastmasters, Rotary team up

The Garland Communicators Toastmasters Club is a group of diverse individuals who are working to improve their communication and leadership skills. Toastmasters International, founded by Ralph C. Smedley, held its first unofficial meeting March 24, 1905. The Garland...

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Marco’s Pizza opens Garland location

Marco’s Pizza recently announced that it opened a Garland location at 3015 Arapaho Road, (near Galaxie Road), two blocks west of Tom Thumb and next to Family Video. The new restaurant opened May 31.   “Our customers can always expect a one-of-a-kind experience...

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