Spring Creek Forest Preserve has announced a full schedule of activities for September and on through the rest of the year.
Spring Creek Preserve announces full schedule
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Exhibit showcases homecoming mums
Garland’s Heritage Crossing is excited to present MUMENTOUS: Football, Glue Guns, Moms and a Super-Sized High School Tradition Born Deep in the Heart of Texas, a traveling exhibit hosted in partnership with the Texas Lakes Trail Region. The exhibit explores a unique and ubiquitous aspect of Texas history and culture found in the traditions that surround high school homecoming mums.
VN United hosts 1st Responders soccer tournament
VN United is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Garland. It was founded in 2015 by a group of people that wanted to form teams
North Garland HOSA teams win prestigious competition
Garland ISD is proud to announce an outstanding achievement by the North Garland HOSA teams, who have won a prestigious
American Red Cross offers student safety checklist
The American Red Cross recently distributed this parents’ checklist to help ensure student safety as kids return to the classroom.
Health Dept. inspections: July 29 – August 2
The Garland Health Department conducts weekly inspections of establishments where food is served. Inspections are performed
Retirees, employees address council about COLA
A public hearing was held at a recent City Council meeting to hear retirees’ and city employees’ comments on reintroducing a cost
Downtown Square continues to identify among ‘The Best’
The accolades keep coming for Garland’s reimagined Downtown Square. Over the final week of July, the Square was named Best Suburban Project
Great savings tips for back-to-school expenses
It won’t be easy to afford the clothes, shoes, electronics and supplies that your children need for back-to-school.
Keep children safe – obey school zone laws
School zones areas are often chaotic with children walking or biking to school and sometimes dashing between cars and entering/exiting buses.
Public Health Clinic offers free back-to-school vaccinations
No-cost back-to-school vaccinations are among the many services that will remain available at 206 Carver St. as
Free, reduced-price meals, Community Eligibility Provision
Garland Independent School District announced its policy for serving meals to children served under the National School Lunch
Health Dept. inspections: July 21-26
The Garland Health Department conducts weekly inspections of establishments where food is served. Inspections are performed at daycare centers
Sanitation Department unveils new Roto Pac trucks
The Garland Sanitation Department has added two new Roto Pac trucks. The innovative vehicles represent a significant leap
Crimes reported: July 21-27
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 that district
Tips for smooth transition into school year
the school year begins in less than two weeks – Aug. 12 – and children and parents need to begin preparations early. A few tips to make the transition
Garland Owls football standout gives back to community
Adrian Phillips, 2010 Garland High School graduate and standout football player recently came home to host a free kids’ football camp through his charitable foundation
Over 75 ways to save on electricity bill
During the hot summer months, the electricity bill can break the bank! Below are ways to save on your cooling bill. Some are inexpensive, quick
Construction to begin on new Surf & Swim
The new Surf & Swim Aquatics Facility construction is expected to start this summer. It will be adjacent to the Audubon Recreation Center at 342 West Oates Road.
Crimes reported: July 14-20
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