Heritage Crossing manager earns Distinguished Leader Award
Kim Nurmi received the Garland Chamber of Commerce’s Distinguished Leader Award at the Chamber’s 92nd Annual Meeting in January. Nurmi, the city’s Heritage Crossing manager, was recognized for creating engaging and interactive programs and activities that benefit the...
State of the City 2024: Visit with city departments
The city of Garland invites all residents to attend our 2024 State of the City event Tuesday, Feb. 13, at The Atrium, 300 North Fifth Street. This free event is your guide to Garland and your chance to talk with city departments and staff! Come out to talk with us,...
Council reviews proposed CIP
City Manager Judson Rex presented the 2024 Proposed Capital Improvement Program to Mayor Scott LeMay and the City Council members at the Jan. 8 City Council Work Session. The primary goals of the CIP are: Continue Implementation of the Bond Programs Ensure Replacement...
State of the City 2024: Your Guide to Garland
The city of Garland invites all residents to attend our 2024 State of the City event Tuesday, Feb. 13, at The Atrium, 300 N. Fifth St. This free event is your guide to Garland, with access to departments and staff, as well as a presentation on the city’s plans for the...
Library announces February activity schedule
The Garland Library System will be hosting a variety of activities for all age groups. Check out the list below to decide which ones you'd like to attend. Winter Reading Challenge | Dec. 1-Feb. 29 Join the Winter Reading Challenge! Registered participants who read at...
2019 bond program update
The city of Garland recently published the following update on projects included in the 2019 bond program. The seven bond projects listed below are a few of the most needed as well as most popular with Garland residents. Featured projects in the 2019 Build Garland...
March 2024 election schedule; register to vote by February 5
Do not forget to register, then vote in the March 5 Primary Election. Monday, Jan. 1, is the first day to apply for a ballot by mail using Application for a Ballot by Mail (ABBM) or Federal Postcard Application (FPCA). Last day to register to vote: Monday, Feb. 5...
GFD trains swift water rescue technicians
Fire departments from around the state met in New Braunfels this fall to take Garland’s annual water rescue class. More than 20 students were newly certified as Swift Water Rescue Technicians. The Garland Fire Department began hosting these trainings for its own...
Medical City honors GFD Station 3-C
Station 3-C was recognized by Medical City Dallas for their exceptional care for a stroke patient. The patient was a 45-year-old female whose symptoms presented while riding as a passenger in a car. The patient had left-sided weakness and facial droop. The driver...
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