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Discord, disagreement, recalls, resignations
A vote to call a recall election was on the Dec. 12 City Council meeting agenda, but District 2 Council Member Anita Goebel announced during the meeting that she will resign effective May 5, 2018. The resignation letter stated that Goebel believes the recall petitions...
BJ Williams earns NLC University certificates
District 4 Council Member B.J. Williams received Bronze and Silver level certificates at the National League of Cities (NLC) University’s Continuing Education Awards held on Nov. 15. Williams earned Bronze and Silver recognition upon completion of continuing...
Garland residents gather for Christmas tree lighting
Thursday, Dec. 7, was a wonderful night in downtown Garland as attendees gathered to celebrate Christmas. The tree lighting was followed by an impressive fireworks display and visits and photos with Santa. The weather, which had been unseasonably warm, even cooperated...
Armory demolition debate, council recall attempt continue
Anyone who keeps up with the goings on of Garland’s city government is aware of the contention that has become commonplace between Garland’s elected officials. It’s not unusual to hear insults, raised voices and obvious contempt and disrespect between the mayor and...
Holiday season time to cease the grease
The city of Garland is participating in the regional Holiday Grease Roundup, an annual campaign that addresses fats, oils and grease in the wastewater system. This program asks Garland residents to recycle their holiday cooking grease instead of pouring it down the...
Downtown revitalization efforts spur progress
Robert A. Smith, downtown property owner and developer, addressed attendees at the Nov. 13 Chamber of Commerce luncheon about downtown Garland. He began with a challenge of sorts: “You’ll Be Known by the Downtown You Keep!” “Are we kick’n our heals...
Enjoy December library activities
The Nicholson Memorial Library System has announced its schedule of activities for December and it includes holiday fun. Children’s crafts, book character at Christmas on the Square - Children can make free holiday crafts during Christmas on the Square. The...
Don’t miss Christmas on the Square
Celebrate the holidays at Christmas on the Square 2017! Garland’s Historic Downtown Square will twinkle with lights and music from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7. During this time, head over to the square at Sixth and Main streets for snow hills, photos...
Neighbors helping neighbors
You know you’re in a great neighborhood when you see neighbors helping neighbors. This season, be on the lookout for ways to help out as you and your neighbors weatherize your homes and make those minor repairs to keep your houses looking fresh for holiday visitors....