Congratulations to Lizbeth Vasquez and Leena Van, the two recipients of this year’s Marjorie Hall-Chamberlain Memorial Scholarship. Altrusa International of Garland awards two $1000 scholarships each year to deserving Garland ISD students. They are thrilled to be...
Information from the Spring Creek Forest Preservation Society is below. In addition, the results of the City Nature Challenge are available, and many of the observations were made in the Spring Park Forest Preserve! Results of City Nature Challenge 2023 (international...
On Monday, June 5, 2023, Dexie Nell Walker Gilbert went to be with the Lord at the age of 90. Dexie was born on October 26, 1932 in Farmersville, Texas. She lived the majority of her adult life in Garland, Texas, where she worked for Resistol Hats from the age of 17...
The city of Garland will host its annual Juneteenth Celebration Saturday, June 17, 5 p.m. – 8 p.m., at Garland’s Audubon Park. This free, family-friendly event will commemorate the day when the last enslaved people in the United States were told they were free. It’s...
Wednesday, June 7, around 10:30 a.m., members of the Garland Police Department Narcotics Unit and the Dallas DEA Task Force served multiple warrants related to the sale of illegal narcotics at the Bee Hippy Hemp Store. The store is located at 701 Main Street in...
Saturday, June 10, is National Iced Day. So, it's the perfect time to visit HTea0. Whether you are a regular customer or it's your first visit, it's always the right time to enjoy their tasty iced tea. If you've been there before, you know there are endless flavor...
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 May 28 - June 3. Information is provided by the Garland Police...
National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) has announced over 3,000 winners of National Merit scholarships financed by U.S. colleges and universities. Officials of each sponsor college selected their scholarship winners from among the Finalists in the 2023 National...
The library system has announced a full schedule of activities for all ages. Take a look and make plans to participate. Garland library adds Hoopla Streaming Service: Garland library users can enjoy streaming movies, TV shows, comics and music for free through Hoopla,...
From Monday, May 22 through Sunday, June 4, the Garland Police Department participated in the statewide added enforcement for the Click It or Ticket campaign. The additional enforcement resulted in the following: 215 total traffic stops 140 Seat Belt Violations ...
These students have reached the pinnacle of academic excellence after years of dedication, hard work and unwavering perseverance. Their achievements are a testament to their commitment and a shining example for their peers. Valedictorians Valedictorians, students who...
Phyllis Jean Clinebell was born on February 6, 1936, in Frankfort, Ohio, to Roscoe and Maude Howard Pelfrey. She was a nurse and a member of New Liberty Baptist Church in Garland, Texas. She passed away on May 31, 2023, in Clarksville, Arkansas, at the age of 87. She...
The opportunity to visit with an extraordinary man of faith, courage and determination recently presented itself. And his story is one that everyone can benefit from hearing. Keith Murphy graduated from high school in 1985 then spent four years in the U.S. Army where...
There were several important accomplishments to celebrate at Garland’s Ninth Street Boxing Gym Saturday, May 20. Mayor Scott LeMay, former Mayor Lori Dodson, as well as council members Deborah Morris, Carissa Dutton, Margaret Lucht, Dylan Hedrick, Chris Ott and Jeff...
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 May 21-27 Information is provided by the Garland Police...
As an incentive for community members to get caught up with required vaccinations before the back-to-school rush in August, Garland Public Health Clinic is waiving administration fees for Texas Vaccines for Children (TVFC) immunizations for infants and children...
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 May 14-20. Information is provided by the Garland Police...
CitySquare, an advocacy organization that works to fight poverty in the community, will oversee the 2023 program. The program provides free meals for children ages 1 to 18, Monday through Friday, June 5 through Aug. 4 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. For questions,...
The Noon Exchange Club of Garland supports local youth through scholarships, mentoring, sponsorships and guidance. The organization is making a difference in our future, and its members give countless hours to help the community. They offer assistance to numerous...
Garland ISD announced Friday, May 26, that one of its bus drivers was involved in a heroic act. The bus driver’s name was not released. The district shared the following information in a press release: In a heroic act of vigilance and quick thinking, a bus driver from...