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Election results: May 6, 2023
The 2023 mayoral, city council and Garland ISD board of trustees elections are over and the unofficial results are below. Election Day was May 6. Garland ISD board of trustees places 4 and 5 were decided. In place 4, Daphne Stanley defeated Jed Reed. In place 5, Jamie...
Hope Clinic Celebration of Hope-May 11
Don’t miss the Hope Clinic Celebration of Hope event Thursday, May 11, at the Atrium at 300 North Fifth Street in downtown Garland. It will be a perfect opportunity to enjoy good food and fellowship as you learn about the work of Hope Clinic of Garland, Inc. Event...
Fascinating exhibits coming to City Hall, Landmark Museum
The Garland Landmark Museum, located at Heritage Crossing, 393 North Sixth Street, is open and ready for visitors to stop in and see the recent renovations and new exhibits. Come in Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Happening now – Garland Power...
Early voting sites set for May 6 election
Dallas College Garland Center, 675 W. Walnut St., and the South Garland Branch Library, 4845 Broadway Blvd., will be early voting sites for the May 6 general election. The city of Garland will elect a mayor and City Council members for Districts 3, 6 and 7 on May 6....
Keep kids safe online
The risks associated with kids spending time online and on social media apps are increasing at an alarming rate. According to Detective Tony Godwin, of the Garland Police Department, there was a spike during the pandemic because everyone was forced to be at home and...
Good Sam Murder Mystery Dinner – WhoDunIt at the Atrium
A great time was had by all at the Atrium Saturday, March 4, when Good Samaritans of Garland, Inc. hosted its annual murder mystery dinner. The organization is currently celebrating its 40th anniversary of feeding, helping and serving. The murder mystery, called “Some...
Garland competes in It’s Time Texas Challenge
As of Feb. 13, Garland ISD was ranked in the top five in the Metro School Districts category in the 2023 It’s Time Texas (ITT) Community Challenge. The challenge, which began in 2011, promotes healthier lifestyles and healthier communities for Texans. According to the...
Plan to attend SKYWARN Storm Spotter class
The 2023 spring severe weather season is not far away, and the National Weather Service and local public safety officials want you to be ready. The National Weather Service (NWS) Office out of Fort Worth will be conducting a free severe weather training class for...
Celebrate Black History Month
In 1976, the 38th President of the United States, Gerald Ford, asked the country to “seize the opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of Black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history” as he officially recognized Black History...
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