Trusted World has launched a new pilot program called “Trusted Wrap-Around Services” with Garland and Plano ISD school counselors and administrators, giving them access to hundreds of community services and resources on demand. When a school official sees a child in...
Garland named a Top City for Black Women to Flourish
Garland was rated the sixth-best among all major American cities in a list of The Best Cities for Black Women to Flourish Financially, published by personal finance technology company MoneyGeek.com. Income, the cost of crime per capita, homeownership and poverty...
Garland Symphony Orchestra continues season
The Garland Symphony Orchestra will continue its 45th season, “London is Calling,” March 15. The program features oboist Kristin Perry - Handel — Concerto for Oboe and Strings in G Minor The program will include Sullivan-Overture to The Yeoman of the Guard,...
Hope Clinic’s patients need community’s help
Many of Hope Clinic’s patients do not own a car and cannot always afford public transportation. Some medical consultations can take place by video or phone. However, many require in-person visits for physical exams or lab work. Assisting patients by transporting them...
Health Dept. inspections: Feb. 12-16
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...
GISD board of trustees is finalist for H-E-B Excellence in Education
Garland ISD has announced that its board of trustees has been named an Outstanding School Board finalist for the 2024 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards. The Garland ISD School Board is one of five statewide finalists selected for the distinguished achievement. The...
Crimes reported: Feb. 4-10
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 Feb. 4 - 10. Information is provided by the Garland Police...
High school basketball playoffs begin
The high school varsity girls’ basketball top four teams were paired up for the bi-district round of the playoffs as follows: The Sachse Mustangs took on Mesquite HS Tuesday, Feb. 13 and won by a final score of 49-38. The Rowlett Eagles lost to Royse City HS Tuesday,...
Congratulations to Sachse High School signees
Sachse High School congratulates all its athletes that signed with colleges last week! Name Sport School BOYS GOLF Garrett McMellon Golf Cumberland University, Lebanon, Tennessee BASEBALL Clint J. Burkey Baseball Ranger College, Ranger, Texas Cole Melton Baseball...
Mayor delivers State of the City Address
Mayor Scott LeMay delivered the annual State of the City Address Tuesday, Feb. 13 at the Atrium. Council Members Jeff Bass, Dylan Hedrick, Carissa Dutton, Ed Moore, Deborah Morris and Margaret Lucht, along with City Manager Judson Rex were also in attendance. The...
GEF awards record number of grants, scholarships
In an extraordinary display of appreciation and support for the dedicated educators within the Garland ISD community, the district's Education Foundation has surprised teachers and staff with a record number of grants and scholarships for the 2023-2024 school...
World-famous illusionist comes to Garland
Don’t expect rabbits out of hats! Reza's current tour transports concert level lighting & production merged with the most incredible cutting-edge magic in existence today. Reza has garnered a worldwide buzz and loyal fan base with his passion for creating...