Week ten of the high school football season ended with victories for the Naaman Forest Rangers, Garland Owls, Wylie Pirates and Wylie East Raiders. The Friday night football games were affected by a weather delay, but all were completed. Naaman Forest Rangers 50 –...
Rowlett HS students arrested
The Garland ISD released the following statement Friday, Oct. 28 after an incident involving three Rowlett High School students and a weapon. “School administrators received a report of a student having a weapon on campus. As a precaution, the campus was immediately...
Garland ranked No. 9 best city for drivers
The city of Garland is proud to be ranked No. 9 in a WalletHub study that determined the best 100 largest U. S. cities for drivers. In an article released after the rankings were published, city staff wrote: “This showcases the efforts the City of Garland makes to...
Library users have access to Consumer Reports Online
Garland Library System users now have access to a helpful online resource that aids in purchasing decisions. They can research important purchases with the online version of the popular resource, Consumer Reports. Consumer Reports is the latest addition to the Garland...
Health Dept. inspections: Oct. 24-28
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...
Crimes reported: Oct. 16-22
The Garland Police Department has divided the city into districts as shown on the map below. Determine which district you are in then go to that district on the report below to see crimes in your area for Oct. 16-22. Information is provided by the Garland Police...
LBJ shooting investigation – Update
LBJ Freeway shooting investigation - Update The male victim who was transported to an area hospital Sunday, Oct. 23 and died from his injury after being shot has been identified as Dallas resident, 30-year-old Cesar Moreno-Pompa. Garland Police Department detectives...
Garland to host Dia de los Muertos celebration
Garland will host its annual Dia de los Muertos celebration Tuesday, Nov. 1. One the area’s most anticipated observances of the day, the free family-friendly event will feature marigold and papel picado-bedecked altars and live music and dance performances. In...
HS football: Week 9
Week nine of the high school football season ended in victories for Sachse High School and Rowlett High School, as well as Wylie East and Wylie high schools. Sachse HS gets victory over South Garland HS The Sachse Mustangs (3-5, 3-3) defeated the South Garland Titans...
The Boneyard has areas for all levels
City of Garland elected officials, staff and residents celebrated the opening of Garland’s long-awaited skatepark, “The Boneyard,” Saturday, Oct. 22. Skaters from Garland and surrounding areas have been anxiously awaiting this day for a long time. Located at Rick Oden...
Fatburger opens to large crowd
Hollywood’s favorite burger, Fatburger, and its sister brand, Buffalo’s Express officially opened to a happy crowd last week in Garland. The new co-branded location provides guests with a one-stop dining experience for custom, grilled-to-perfection burgers and fresh,...
GHS grad Danita Mathew honored for achievements
The University of Tulsa's Office recently released bios of students who will be honored for outstanding achievements at the university’s homecoming. Garland High School graduate, Danita Mathew, biochemistry major, is a member and leader of various campus organizations...