Make Your Mark at new animal shelter

The opening of Garland’s new animal shelter at 1902 State Highway 66 is scheduled for completion in early 2022, and you can Make Your Mark as part of the celebration! For as little as $100, the shelter will be equipped with a brick displaying your name, your company’s...

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Man arrested for murder

Just after 4:15 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 25, the Garland Police Department responded to a stabbing in the 1100 block of Sam Houston Drive. Upon arrival, officers observed an injured male in the driveway of the residence. Garland Fire Department paramedics arrived and...

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Obituary: Jon Charles Turner

Memorial services for Jon Charles Turner, age 55 of Terrell Texas, will be held December 4th, 2021, at 10:30 am at Victory Church; 7325 South TX-34 in Scurry, Texas. Jon passed away November 7th from a brain aneurysm. He attended Garland public schools and graduated...

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City to acquire former clinic property

The Garland Foundation for Development voted Tuesday, Nov. 16, to purchase a 1.68-acre property currently occupied by the Las Brisas Club. The property is located at 1002 Marion Drive in the Crest Ridge/Park Groves/Williams Estates area. It has been the subject of...

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City breaks ground on downtown project

Downtown Garland welcomes the next wave of revitalization with one of the most highly anticipated projects from the 2019 bond program starting construction: the redevelopment of the Downtown Square. Members of the Garland City Council, staff and Downtown business...

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Neighborhood celebrates resilience

Guests gathered on the lawn of a 1915 Craftsman-inspired dwelling for a special neighborhood sign dedication Sunday, Nov. 14. The ceremony took place in Garland's Travis College Hill. County Judge Clay Jenkins and Garland Mayor Scott LeMay, two officials who have led...

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Senior Activity Center construction

The Garland Senior Activity Center has closed for renovations as part of the 2019 bond program. While the center is closed, many of the activities and programs will continue at other recreation centers, primarily Gale Fields Recreation Center, 1701 Dairy Road.  Senior...

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NGHS celebrates Veterans Day

North Garland High School held a special ceremony, recognizing veterans with performances from the orchestra, drill team and band. Sachse High School held a hands-on recruiting event, giving students a chance to experience a touch of boot camp. And Padgett Auxiliary...

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Health Dept. inspections: Nov. 15-19

The Garland Health Department conducts weekly inspections of establishments where food is served. Inspections are performed at daycare centers, retirement homes, school cafeterias, restaurants and stores. Inspectors use a 100-point scoring system during each...

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Rowlett hosts two-location blood drive

In recognition of Veterans Day Nov. 11, Carter BloodCare encourages blood donors to give in November in honor and support of U.S. military veterans and active duty service members. This month is also a time to donate blood in gratitude for good health. To boost the...

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