The Salvation Army of North Texas has kicked off the holiday season with the opening of adoptions for Angel Tree, the Christmas tradition that annually shows families and individuals in need that love exists beyond the most difficult situations. In North Texas, which...
HS football recap: Week 11
Week 11 was the end of the regular season of HS football. The bi-district round of the playoffs will be Friday, Nov. 10. A list of teams with opponents, times and locations is below. Lakeview Centennial Patriots 41 – Naaman Forest Rangers 34 The Lakeview Centennial...
Connection between people, historic buildings inspires mural artist
Austin-based artist Mila Sketch hopes her brightly colored mural at the corner of Sixth and State streets will aid what she described as the ongoing elevation of the city. "I was inspired by the former times of Garland and the deep connection of people living here now...
Veterans Day — November 11
“As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.” — John F. Kennedy This JFK quote describes the appreciation that should be shown to our veterans, not only on Veterans Day, but every day....
Health Dept. inspections: Oct. 30 – Nov. 3
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...
Torch the Stereotypes: SGHS instructor sparks success among female students
South Garland High School (SGHS) is championing the inclusion of female students in its welding program, spearheaded by instructor Jon Greuel. The school's dedicated efforts toward gender equity in welding have led to a notable increase in female student...
GHS grad publishes children’s chapter book
Former Garland resident Greg Goldston has a new children's chapter book. The Monsters of Marymount Mansion is a children’s chapter book for first-fourth grade that speaks to diversity, self-acceptance and bullying as told through the eyes of a young monster. “I love...
HS varsity volleyball game results, playoffs
The results of the 9-6A volleyball games are below as well as the results for the first two rounds of the playoffs. Oct. 20 Wylie HS 3 - Naaman Forest HS 0 Lakeview Centennial HS 3 - Rowlett HS 2 Sachse HS 3 - South Garland HS 0 Wylie East HS 3 - North Garland HS 0...
Health Dept. inspections: October 23-27
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...
Visit Garland Visitor Center expansion
We are thrilled to welcome Garland residents and area visitors to our reimagined Visitor Center in the heart of the Downtown Square at 501 West State Street! Our primary focus will remain as an information source of all things Garland: Our local destinations,...
Garland Nursing/Rehab hosts chili cookoff
Garland Nursing and Rehab recently held its second Employee Chili Cookoff. There was a large number of entries and the heat level went from mild to seriously spicy chili laced with habanero peppers! The cookoff judges took their jobs seriously, and it was easy to tell...
Atmos Energy reminds residents to prepare for winter
The transition from hot summer nights to cozy fall days is here. Atmos Energy remains focused on year-round preparations for the winter heating season. We also have tips to help you stay safe and conserve energy so you can be ready for winter too. All year-round from...
GISD celebrates 2023 AP Honor Roll
It's a proud moment for Garland ISD as four high schools have been distinguished on the 2023 Advanced Placement (AP) Honor Roll. These accolades testify to our educators, students, and the community's unwavering commitment to ensuring academic excellence. Here's a...
Crimes reported: October 22-28
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. 22-28. Information is provided by the Garland Police...
HS football recap: Week 10
Week 10 of the HS football season took a little extra time to complete because of lightning and rainstorms, but it is now in the books. The scores and the District 9-6A standings are below. Garland Owls 42 – South Garland Titans 6 Garland HS (6-3, 5-2) defeated South...
Have a fun, safe Halloween
Follow the safety tips below to have a fun and safe Halloween. Trick or treat with an adult Trick or treat is safer and more fun in groups. Since adult supervision is essential, get together with other adults and make an evening of it. Children under the age of 12...
IT CAME FROM TEXAS Film Festival at Plaza Theatre Oct. 28-29
This is an event you won't want to miss -- the IT CAME FROM TEXAS Film Festival will include a lineup of great campy horror movies. The main attraction will be the 1974 horror cult classic "Texas Chainsaw Massacre," which is celebrating its 49th birthday. Eleven of...
Landmark Museum at Heritage Park events hit the mark
Landmark Museum at Heritage Crossing is knocking it out of the park with fun and entertaining events for all ages. Saturday, Oct. 7, brought a large number of visitors to the museum for a paranormal investigation demonstration. Representatives from Moon Realms...
GPD searches for missing male
Mr. Seals has been found and is safe. The Garland Police Department is searching for a missing person, 64-year-old Willie Seals. He was last seen at 5:30 p.m., Oct. 22, in the 300 block of North Shiloh Road, at his residence. He is described as a black male, 6’02”,...
Dorfman Milano manufacturer of RCMP hats
Everyone knows that Garland is the Hat Capitol of Texas, but did you know that includes more than cowboy hats? Dorfman Milano Hats manufactures many types of hats, including the hats worn by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). Recently, RCMP Cpl. Marie-Michele...