Crimes reported: November 5-11

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 Nov. 5-11. Information is provided by the Garland Police...

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Firefighters attend hazmat training

Nine Garland firefighters recently completed a hazardous materials technician certification class to learn how to mitigate dynamic incidents that could involve dangerous chemicals. A hazardous material is defined as one that may be extremely flammable, explosive...

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Gift cards available at city’s visitor center

Help the city welcome Garland residents and area visitors to our reimagined Visitor Center on the Downtown Square at 501 West State Street by purchasing a gift card in time for the holidays! Share your love of Garland through giving Garland goodies! Come explore our...

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Garland welcomes municipal court director

Kimberly Jozwiak joined the city of Garland as the municipal court director Nov. 13. Jozwiak brings more than 20 years of professional experience in both judicial and non-judicial leadership roles, including county and local municipalities. She most recently served as...

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Band Together on the Square wins award

Band Together on the Square earned Texas Downtown’s 2023 President’s Award for best promotion of an event for a population of more than 50,000. The event focused on local bands and singer-songwriters, setting the stage for music lovers to recognize Garland as a music...

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Small Business Saturday, Nov. 25

The kickoff to Garland’s holiday season is Small Business Saturday! From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 25, participating merchants will offer limited-edition ornaments with purchases. Check in outside the new Visitor Center at the corner of State and Fifth streets...

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Safety tips for safe Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is one of the most enjoyable times of the year, but it is also one of the busiest for fire departments. The hot ovens and stovetops can create a dangerous environment if extra precautions aren't taken. In addition, fried turkey tastes great, but the...

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Santa visits Firewheel Town Center

Simon® is pleased to announce Santa visits for families as part of the Simon Santa Photo Experience at Firewheel Town Center. Santa arrives on Nov. 17 and will be available until Christmas Eve, located across from Five Below. The Santa Photo Experience launches on...

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Garland earns state video awards

The city of Garland earned 14 awards during the annual Texas Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors conference in early November in Dallas. Garland received awards in 12 categories, including first-place trophies for the following productions: Public...

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