Brenda Ross, owner of WHoly Formed Yoga & Wellness in downtown Garland, suffered excruciating back pain until she discovered chiropractic adjustments and yoga about 10 years ago. Her chiropractor suggested yoga to improve flexibility and it helped her immediately....
Several local organizations are participating in a Garland ISD program through which special needs students have an opportunity to learn job skills. The students, all 18-22 years of age, have completed the academic requirements of high school and are now in GISD’s...
The Special Ones Network hosted its ninth Christmas party for special needs individuals Sunday, Dec. 4 and according to the organization's founders, Kristal and Dean Davis, it was the biggest event they've hosted to date. The Special Ones Network also hosts an annual...
The holiday spirit shines in Garland thanks to the stained glass artistry of Tony Carrillo. At 88, Carrillo still devotes up to six hours a day to his passion. His Yuletide work includes two 11-piece nativity scenes, two wreaths, holly branches with berries, and a...
Ch. 1 - There once was a church that collected a bit of food for the needy. They placed it in sacks and had the church secretary give the sacks to those coming to the church in need. Sometimes the secretary was alone and a little afraid to open the door and sometimes...
Tuesday, Dec. 6: Spring Creek Preservation Society Holiday party, 7 p.m., 5806 Firecrest Drive, Garland, 972-495-3569. Bring an appetizer to share, friends and family and a good nature story or two. Drinks are provided. This is the best way to start the holidays. No...
The city of Garland Health Department conducts weekly inspections of establishments where food is served. Inspections are performed at day care centers, retirement homes, school cafeterias, restaurants and stores. A failing grade includes anything below 60. Any...
At approximately 6 a.m., Dec. 2, the Garland Police Department responded to the report of a stabbing at Pacesetters Job Placement Center located in the 3100 block of Saturn Road. When responding officers arrived, they observed that three people had been stabbed....
The Garland Police Department has divided the city into 26 districts, numbers vary from 11 to 56. Listed below are the 204 crimes reported. Information provided by the Garland Police Department. Crimes broken down by district District 11 2 District 12 1 District 13...
A great time was had by all Thursday, Dec. 1 when the city of Garland hosted its annual Christmas on the Square event. The downtown square was bright with holiday lights and decorations. The Christmas tree lighting, followed by a fireworks show, added to the festive...
Several Garland area organizations can use the community’s help in providing assistance to people in need this holiday season. Friendship House, located at 620 West Avenue B, serves Garland, Rowlett and Sachse. Call 972-272-1010 for information on donations and...
The holidays are a time when friends and family gather to celebrate traditions and make new memories. For cancer patients and their loved ones, the season is challenging. Texas Oncology’s community-based care approach helps patients stay at home during the holidays,...
Garland Symphony Orchestra continues its 2016-2017 Season, “Symphony Goes Wild!” Dec. 16. The performance is at 8 p.m. at the Granville Arts Center, 300 North Fifth Street in downtown Garland. The concert will feature sopranos Christina Pecce and Anna Laurenzo...
Make this holiday special for a child in need. The Garland Firefighters Association and Garland Fire Department are collecting new, unwrapped toys for their annual toy drive. Toys will be collected at all 11 Garland fire stations and at Fire Administration, 1500...
The city of Garland Health Department conducts weekly inspections of establishments where food is served. Inspections are performed at day care centers, retirement homes, school cafeterias, restaurants and stores. A failing grade includes anything below 60. Any...
Prohibition ended Dec. 5, 1933, and Americans were free, once again, to drink at their own will. Fast forward 82 years to Dec. 5, 2015, the day that Intrinsic Smokehouse and Brewery opened its doors. Well, happy days are here again! The downtown Garland brewery will...
It was the day after Christmas. The kids were playing with toys they had just unwrapped, family was still in town and leftovers were being reheated for dinner. The weather took a violent turn and soon a tornado was ripping through our community. We got a call that our...
Photos by Roger Mathis, www.mempics.com Mustangs defeated by The Woodlands Despite incredible numbers like 532 combined yards gained and 417 passing yards by Jalen Mayden, The Woodlands defeated the Sachse Mustangs by a final score of 51-40. This area round playoff...
Celebrate the holidays at Christmas on the Square 2016! In keeping with the long tradition of this special community event, Christmas on the Square will have its classic attractions with a few new surprises. In addition to everyone's favorite snow hills, Garland Water...
The city of Garland Health Department conducts weekly inspections of establishments where food is served. Inspections are performed at day care centers, retirement homes, school cafeterias, restaurants and stores. A failing grade includes anything below 60. Any...