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Library system announces July activities

Library system announces July activities

Garland’s Nicholson Memorial Library System has announced an extensive list of activities and events for July. Adult book club – Adults can join the book club at the South Garland Branch Library. The next meeting is at 6:30 p.m. Book to be discussed is The Four Winds...

GFD hiring firefighter recruits

GFD hiring firefighter recruits

The city of Garland is accepting applications to test for the position of firefighter recruit. Answer the call for a career of public service that is so much more than fighting fires. Starting salary is $63,389 with great health and retirement benefits. MINIMUM...

Garland libraries offer mobile hot spots

Garland libraries offer mobile hot spots

Need internet access? The Garland Library is now offering mobile hot spots, devices that use wireless cellular technology, to provide users with internet access for their tablets, computers, gaming consoles and other Wi-Fi enabled devices. The hot spots are portable...

NMLS announces June activities

NMLS announces June activities

The Nicholson Memorial Library System announced its scheduled activities for June and there's something for every age group. Adults Cook the Book - Adults can learn new recipes and share their talents with fellow foodies. Event is at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 4, at the...

Duck Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant on award-winning streak

Duck Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant on award-winning streak

Garland’s Duck Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant recently received the George W. Burke, Jr. Facility Safety Award at the 2022 Texas Water Awards Program ceremony in San Antonio. The award is presented by the Water Environment Federation and recognizes municipal and...

Mistie Gardner earns Who’s Who in America’s Neighborhoods Award

Mistie Gardner earns Who’s Who in America’s Neighborhoods Award

Emergency Management Director Mistie Gardner was recently named Who's Who in America's Neighborhoods in the Governmental Category for her efforts and involvement during the pandemic and during Winter Storm Uri. The Who’s Who in America’s Neighborhoods Award was...

Manufacturing Victory: The Arsenal of Democracy opens at City Hall

Manufacturing Victory: The Arsenal of Democracy opens at City Hall

Garland will welcome a new special exhibit – Manufacturing Victory: The Arsenal of Democracy presented by national touring exhibit sponsor HP with additional support provided by Citi. Produced by The National WWII Museum in New Orleans, the exhibit follows the...

Get ready for summer with GP&L’s EnergySaver Program

Get ready for summer with GP&L’s EnergySaver Program

Summer is just around the corner, and Garland Power & Light’s EnergySaver Program could help you save money and energy during those hot months. EnergySaver offers bill credits for qualifying energy efficiency upgrades, including: Central A/C, heat pump or window...

Garland kicks off Summer Concert Series, announces surprise artist

Garland kicks off Summer Concert Series, announces surprise artist

The city of Garland kicks off the Sounds of Summer Concert Series Thursday, May 12, at Audubon Park and we couldn't be any more excited to bring these fantastic artists directly to you, in our wonderful parks! The series kicks off with Grady Spencer and The Work with...