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Cindy Burkett challenges Bob Hall in Texas Senate primary
State Representative Cindy Burkett, who believes in what she calls “common sense conservatism,” was first elected in 2010 as State Representative, District 101. After a 2011 redistricting that added parts of several additional cities, it became District 113. For her...
First Baptist Church Garland celebrates 150th anniversary
On March 8, 1868, 16 members of the Duck Creek community officially organized Antioch Baptist Church. That small congregation eventually grew into what is now First Baptist Church of Garland, which will celebrate 150 years of worshiping Jesus Christ and serving God’s...
Louis Moore announces run for mayor
Friday, Feb. 16, Louis Moore announced his intention to run for the office of Garland mayor. He outlined his reasons for running and talked about what he hopes to accomplish. “As you know, our city is in a lot of trouble, a lot of great difficulties and I felt...
New leadership for Garland Chamber of Commerce
Scott McMurdie, CFP, QPFC and Partner at Shea & McMurdie Retirement, was recently appointed Chairman of the Board for the Garland Chamber of Commerce at its 86th banquet. McMurdie’s association with the Chamber began some 15 years ago when he joined father...
Spring Creek Preserve announces event calendar, Trout Lily walk
Feb. 10 – Work session – 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. - 1787 Holford Road. Will reduce spread of rough-leaf dogwood and need lots of help. Wear work gloves, long pants and sturdy shoes (no sandals) for protection from poison ivy and thorns. If possible, bring loppers or...
Local youth wins calf scramble at Fort Worth Stock Show
Cesar Perez, a member of South Garland National FFA Organization, caught a calf during Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo’s Calf Scramble, earning a $500 purchase certificate for a show heifer and the chance for up to $12,500 in scholarship awards. Perez’s parents are...
Home energy saving tips
North Texas winter temperatures have already broken a seven-year low record and winter is not nearly over. Using energy wisely and making a few household changes can make a big difference in natural gas and other energy bills. The steps below can help decrease amount...
Residents evacuated due to gas leak
Jan. 18, in the early afternoon, a gas leak caused the evacuation of 29 homes in the Larry Drive/Parkmont Drive area. The Garland Fire Department was called about the leak and upon their arrival discovered that a construction crew had cut a 4 inch Atmos Energy line....
Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Martin Luther King, Jr. was born Jan. 15, 1929, to pastor Martin Luther King, Sr. and Alberta Williams King. He attended segregated public schools until the age of 15 when he was accepted into Morehouse College. Upon his 1948 graduation from Morehouse, King went to...
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