Hope Clinic welcomes police chief, command staff
Hope Clinic welcomed Garland Police Department’s Chief Jeff Bryan, command staff, assistant chiefs and captains to the clinic Tuesday, Feb. 20. The purpose of their visit was to learn more about what the clinic does, as well as its vision and goals. The clinic, which...
Hope Clinic’s patients need community’s help
Many of Hope Clinic’s patients do not own a car and cannot always afford public transportation. Some medical consultations can take place by video or phone. However, many require in-person visits for physical exams or lab work. Assisting patients by transporting them...
“The Flats” musical drama set for April 14
"The Flats: Cradle of a Community," is a musical drama about Garland's early Black community that existed in downtown Garland. The original show will premiere at 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 14, at The Atrium, 300 North Fifth Street. With an original score and nine...
Good Sam releases 2023 stats
Good Samaritans of Garland recently announced last year’s stats which surpassed all other years. The staff credits its partners for its success in fulfilling its 2023 mission. “Your support filled our hearts with encouragement and gratitude while providing the...
Interpretive panels showcase Black history
This Black History Month, explore interpretive history panels recently installed on the Carver campus to share its rich history. The panels are available for viewing at 206-222 Carver St. The three panels illustrate the community importance of George Washington Carver...
Full schedule planned for Spring Creek Forest Preserve
Don’t miss the fun, interesting activities that are planned for the Spring Creek Forest Preserve for February and March. February 2024 Speaker Series – Carol Garrison – Aquatic Macro Invertebrates - Tuesday, Feb. 6 – 7 – 8:30 p.m. – Zoom: ID: 891 8700 2517 -...
Garland celebrates Lunar New Year
The Cali-Saigon Mall hosted a Lunar New Year celebration Saturday, Jan. 27. A large crowd attended the event, and all seemed to have a great time. Elected officials including State Representative Angie Chen Button, Garland Mayor Scott LeMay, several Garland, Rowlett...
Latino history experts to speak at nonprofit’s annual meeting
"The Mexican American Experience: Telling Our Story in Our Own Words" is the topic of Alex Martinez and Gus Hinojosa on Saturday, Feb. 17, at the Annual Meeting of the nonprofit Friends of Garland's Historic Magic 11th Street. The two, well-versed in area Latino...
Night at the Museum, GCT show
Join us for a fun night out in Downtown Garland! Check in at the Landmark Museum, 393 N. Sixth St., between 4 and 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10, to learn about Garland Civic Theatre, explore photos and hear tricks of the trade from backstage professionals in the theater...
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