North Texas has been experiencing episodes of dangerous weather for the last few weeks with thunderstorms and hail. There have also been several tornadoes that have left devastating damage in several communities. It’s important to know how to stay safe when the...
Q&A – Place 1 GISD board of trustees’ candidates
Three places on the Garland ISD board of trustees are up for reelection in 2022. The race for the Place 1 seat is between Larry Glick and Bob Duckworth. In addition, Trustees Linda Griffin and Johnny Beach, who hold Places 2 and 3, are running unopposed. Early voting...
AVID GHS senior receives Dell Scholarship
Divyon Ivy Veail, a senior in the AVID program at Garland High School, has been recognized as a 2022 Dell Scholar by the Michael and Susan Dell Foundation. The Advancement Via Individual Determination program in the Garland Independent School District is known for...
Health Dept. inspections: April 4-8
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...
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month
Child abuse and neglect are significant public health problems in the United States. Abused children often suffer physical injuries including cuts, bruises, burns, and broken bones. Physical injury is not the only negative impact of abuse and neglect—it can also...
Obituary: Leslie Vaughn Gray
Leslie Vaughn Gray, age 80, a 60+ year resident of Rockwall, TX, passed away April 4, 2022. He was born January 3, 1942, in Teague, TX, to Woodrow Henry Gray and Martha Anna (Vaughn) Gray. After high school, Leslie joined the US Navy Air and was very proud of his...
AVID extends NGHS National Demonstration Campus Distinction
North Garland High School, located in Garland ISD, has been revalidated as an AVID National Demonstration Campus for the next three years. Being a National Demonstration Campus means that NGHS is a world-recognized learning center whose systems, leadership,...
Spring Creek Preserve April, May activities
The Spring Creek Forest Preserve has announced its schedule for April and May. Check out the schedule and join in on some outdoor fun. Monthly Work Session – Saturday, April 9, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. – 1770 Holford Road Participants will break into teams. Each team will...
Crimes reported: March 20-26
The Garland Police Department has divided the city into districts as shown on the map below. The 197 crimes reported during this period are listed below. Information provided by the Garland Police Department. Crimes by district District 21 4 District 22 7...
Crimes reported: March 13-19
The Garland Police Department has divided the city into districts as shown on the map below. The 171 crimes reported during this period are listed below. Information provided by the Garland Police Department. Crimes by district District 21 5 District 22 7 District 23...
City of Garland departments win awards
Three city of Garland departments have recently received awards. The Nicholson Memorial Library System, Purchasing Department and Budget Department have been recognized. Nicholson Memorial Library System wins Achievement of Excellence Award For the 20th consecutive...
Library system announces May activities
Garland's Nicholson Memorial Library System has announced a busy and exciting schedule of events for May. There are activities for all ages! Tribute Artist Sherrill Douglas - Enjoy classic country and rock and roll hits at the Nicholson Memorial Library System free...