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GHS grad Danita Mathew honored for achievements
The University of Tulsa's Office recently released bios of students who will be honored for outstanding achievements at the university’s homecoming. Garland High School graduate, Danita Mathew, biochemistry major, is a member and leader of various campus organizations...
Adopt a shelter dog
In 1869, Caroline Earl White, along with 30 more women animal rights activists formed the “Women’s Human Society” in Philadelphia. The society’s original purpose was to advocate for the humane treatment of carriage horses. The horses were often observed being...
Library announces November schedule
The Nicholson Memorial Library System has announced its November activity schedule. Book club at South Garland Branch - Adults ages 18 and older are invited to join the Garland Library’s book club at the South Garland Branch at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 17. Library...
Cub Scouts raise funds for equipment
The Cub Scouts of Pack 1978 enjoy some great activities throughout the year. They go on family campouts, have the traditional Pinewood Derby Race and attend a Christmas party. Additionally, the Cub Scouts participate in outings such as visiting local fire stations and...
Save the date: Kick off holiday season with historic home tour
Save the date for a special Christmas event – The Magical Candlelight Christmas-Town 2022. The event is scheduled for Dec. 2 in Travis College Hill, Embree – 5 p.m. – 5 p.m. The holiday kick-off event will feature a home tour in Garland's historic Travis College Hill...
City hosts free tree giveaway
Garland residents can receive a free tree to help save energy and beautify the community through the Tree Power Free Tree Program. The trees are provided by Garland Power & Light and the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department. Registration: Oct. 3-28 Tree...
Salvation Army receives grant from GHFC
The Salvation Army of North Texas recently received a grant from the Garland Housing Finance Corporation (GHFC) to assist Garland residents facing homelessness. The funds will be distributed as part of the Salvation Army Garland Corps Home Sweet Home program. This...
Altrusa celebrates 20 years of service
Altrusa International of Garland recently celebrated its 20th birthday with good food, lots of fun and a look back. The first international president of Altrusa, Mamie L. Bass, published a list of principles in 1921. Those principles have withstood the test of time...
Spring Creek Preserve offers Sept., Oct. fun
Take your family on a Scavenger Hunt in our Preserve – A family-friendly activity at Spring Creek Preserve is this scavenger hunt created by our friends at Garland Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts! Help save the birds Lights out Texas is a campaign of education,...
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