Community
Neighborhood celebrates resilience
Guests gathered on the lawn of a 1915 Craftsman-inspired dwelling for a special neighborhood sign dedication Sunday, Nov. 14. The ceremony took place in Garland's Travis College Hill. County Judge Clay Jenkins and Garland Mayor Scott LeMay, two officials who have led...
Rowlett hosts two-location blood drive
In recognition of Veterans Day Nov. 11, Carter BloodCare encourages blood donors to give in November in honor and support of U.S. military veterans and active duty service members. This month is also a time to donate blood in gratitude for good health. To boost the...
Altrusa makes a difference
Once again, Altrusa of Garland celebrated Make a Difference Day (Oct. 23) by partnering with Good Samaritan of Garland again this year for Make A Difference Day. Our Make a Difference Day plan included collecting and delivering items for a variety of projects that...
GCPAAA service projects make difference in community
Saturday, Nov. 6members of the Garland Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association (GCPAAA) gathered at two locations to collect canned goods and nonperishable foods for the New Liberty Baptist Church Community Outreach program. The association is grateful to everyone...
Commemorative garden to honor neighborhood’s resilience
A new entryway garden sign honoring the resilience of Garland's Travis College Hill neighborhood through two pandemics, two world wars, the Great Depression, a nearby tornado and other challenges in its 108-year-old history will be unveiled at a 2 p.m. dedication...
Benefit for Fabian Granado
Friends and family of 27-year-old Garland resident Fabian Granado announce FABIANSTOCK - BREATHE FOR FABIAN fundraising benefit. The event is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 6, from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Harry Myers Park in Rockwall. Admission is free. Ways to help:...
Register now for ACTion Walk
The time is now to join the 2021 Virtual ACTion Walk! With just 10 days left before we hit the ground running for a good cause, be sure to register right away. It has been a full year now that we have been back in ACTion at the Achievement Center. In between labor...
Juneteenth Survey: City wants your opinion
As we honor the 157th anniversary of this historical event, a planning committee has been formed to oversee the inaugural Juneteenth Celebration in 2022. Now, we want to hear from you. Answering this quick survey will help the committee as they develop this...
Spring Creek Preservation Society schedule
Preservation Society for Spring Creek Forest has announced a variety of activities through the end of the year. Some require reservations, so check out the list and make plans to attend now! October events Sunday, Oct. 24 - 4th Sunday Nature Walk – 2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m....
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