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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...
Hope Clinic releases 2023 recap
Hope Clinic recently released a recap of their 2023 numbers. To date, Hope Clinic has provided more than 55,450 patient visits. In 2023, the clinic saw 5,850 patients. 78% of female patients received mammogram screening. 85% of female patients received screening for...
NWS to host severe weather education class
The 2024 spring severe weather season is not too far away, and the National Weather Service (NWS) and local public safety officials want you to be ready. The National Weather Service office located in Fort Worth will be conducting a free Severe Weather Education class...
Garland enjoys MLK celebration
Garland’s Martin Luther King, Jr. 2024 celebration was a huge success. It started with a parade of over 125 entries that included Annie Dickson, vice president of Garland’s NAACP branch, Mayor Scott LeMay and other city officials. Linda Griffin, the president of the...
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