Tornado safety tips

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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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