Local News for Garland, Texas

Tornadoes Bring Out the Heroes

It was after dark on the evening of Sunday, October 20 when the eerie sound.. The post Tornadoes Bring Out the Heroes appeared first on The Garland Rowlett Messenger. Read the rest of the article on thegarlandmessenger.com READ MORE.

Garland Police PIO: Thank you Realty Firm …

Thank you Realty Firm Global and friends for hosting another amazing Thanksgiving meal here at the GarlandPolice Department! The food was great and the company was even better! We are blessed and thankful to be a part of this community. #MYMGarland #Thankful #Garlandtx #Blessed Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.

Granville Arts Center

Sarah Tucker, soprano, performs with the Garland Symphony Orchestra this Friday, Nov. 15, 7:30 p.m. at the Granville Arts Center. Tickets: http://bit.ly/SaraTucker-GSO Read the article on facebook.com READ MORE.

Nicholson Memorial Library Sys.: Let’s Go to the …

Let’s Go to the Movies! Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. No registration is required, and all ages may attend. 2:30 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 16 at the South Garland Branch Library #GarlandTXGov Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.

Garland ISD News: Garland ISD is very …

Garland ISD is very close to admitting the 1,000th VIP. Don’t miss your chance to win a special prize. Get your senior citizen VIP pass: Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.

Garland ISD News: All families are invited …

All families are invited to join @gisd_dyslexia at the Dyslexia Seminar from 6-8 p.m. tomorrow, Nov. 15, at @NGHS_Raiders. Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.

Garland, TX

The third annual Toys for Tots program has begun. Sign up is now available at all Garland Recreation Centers. Find out more details by clicking the link below. #PlayGarland #ToysforTots 3rd Annual Toys for Tots Program Read the article on facebook.com READ MORE.

Knoxville – Summer of 1915

Sarah Tucker, soprano, performs with the Garland Symphony Orchestra this Friday, Nov. 15, 7:30 p.m. at the Granville Arts Center. Tickets: http://bit.ly/SaraTucker-GSO https://vimeo.com/313946291 Teaser – Sarah Tucker at her 2018 Benefit Recital for Houston Area Women’s Center (HAWC) See full length here: https://sarahtucker.net/project/barber-knoxville-summer-of-1915/ Read the article on facebook.com READ MORE.

Garland ISD News: The @GISD_Foundation is giving …

The @GISD_Foundation is giving away $100,000 in grants and $15,000 in continuing education scholarships. The last day for employees to apply online is tomorrow, Nov. 15. Don’t wait to turn #DollarsIntoDreams: Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.

Garland Fire Department: A reminder about tonight! …

A reminder about tonight! #DefendYourDrains #TurkeyPalooza It’s FREE but please register. See you then. Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.

City to step up parking enforcement

City Marshal Betz updated City Council members and Mayor Scott LeMay on a new parking enforcement program at a recent council work session.   The marshal’s office has added necessary personnel. Parking infractions will now be handled as civil matters because it is easier to enforce than criminal.   After a short warning period, marshals READ MORE.

CPA: Week 12, drive and shoot day

After Lt. Pedro Barineau shared information about domestic violence, the students paired off to participate in a prepared scenario.   We were given information before the exercise that we would be officers answering a call about a possible case of domestic violence. As my partner and I entered the room, the first thing I saw READ MORE.

Garland Animal Services

Today is transport day! About 30 dogs left the shelter to find their forever homes with our friends up in the Pacific Northwest! We are so incredibly happy to see all our sweet animals leave on the biggest road trip of their lives! Thank you to all the volunteers who were able to make this READ MORE.

Nicholson Memorial Library Sys.: Tween Scene: Indigenous Wall …

Tween Scene: Indigenous Wall Hangings 6:30 p.m., Nov. 14 at the North Garland Branch Library. No registration required and all supplies are provided by the library. #MYMGarland Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.

Garland ISD News: The first of several …

The first of several magnet program information meetings is at 6:30 p.m. tomorrow, Nov. 14, at @VialCC_Vikings. Learn about programs and see additional upcoming events: Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.

The new uplighting for the the “Vision of the Arts” sculpture at the Granville Arts Center has been…

The new uplighting for the the “Vision of the Arts” sculpture at the Granville Arts Center has been installed and focused! Read the article on facebook.com READ MORE.

Garland Arts: The new uplighting for …

The new uplighting for the the “Vision of the Arts” sculpture at the Granville Arts Center in Downtown Garland has been installed and focused! Here are a few angles. #garlandtx Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.

Garland ISD News: Board approves new administrative …

Board approves new administrative appointment at Nov. 12 special meeting: Ida Perales – Area Director Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.

One hour a week of physical activity can hold off disability, study says

Good news Garland, our Recreation Centers have all kinds of aerobic exercises, dance and exercise machines to combat physical and mental disabilities. Check out your nearest Recreation Center today and signup for classes by visiting, PlayGarland.com. https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/health/2019/04/01/1-hour-week-activity-ward-off-disability-study/3332167002/ Older adults who log a minimum of one hour a week, roughly 10 minutes a day, can prevent READ MORE.

Garland Police PIO: This is Finn. He …

This is Finn. He recently underwent a surgery and we wanted to make sure he felt like part of the team by sending him some patches for his uniform and a hat to wear. We hope you get well soon Finn! #partoftheteam #getwell #partnership #MYMGarland @garlandtxgov Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.