01/14/2021
01/14/2021
Local News for Grand Prairie, Texas
01/14/2021
01/13/2021
Jillian Johnson Indicted For Capital Murder In Deadly Stabbing Of Mother And Daughter In Grand Prairie
A Tarrant County Grand Jury returned an indictment Wednesday against Jillian Johnson in the stabbing deaths of a mother and daughter in Grand Prairie last October. Read the rest of the article on dfw.cbslocal.com READ MORE.
01/13/2021
Grand Prairie Hours of Operation MLK Day
In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day City of Grand Prairie administrative offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 18. Other city services that will be closed are: The Betty Warmack Branch Library, the Main Library, and the Tony Shotwell… Read the article on gptx.org READ MORE.
01/13/2021
Book Babies (01/20/2021 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM)
Monthly kits with books, crafts and musical instruments will be available so that you can explore with your child as they develop skills such as lifting their head towards sounds and movement, visually following a moving object, supporting weight,… Read the article on gptx.org READ MORE.
01/13/2021
Self Care Corner (01/20/2021 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM)
Select Wednesdays at 6 p.m. | Via Zoom January 20, February 17, March 10, April 21, May 19 Have you been interested in self-care but struggled with where to start or how to make the time? Join us for this series where we will do a monthly activity to… Read the article on gptx.org READ MORE.
01/13/2021
Virtual Preschool and Kinder Ready (01/20/2021 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM)
And they’re off! Watch your child become more independent and confident as they start initiating games and play, carrying on conversations, telling simple stories and making predictions. To register for this program, please go to:… Read the article on gptx.org READ MORE.01/13/2021
Full STEAM Ahead (01/20/2021 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM)
Wednesdays at 4:30 p.m. | Via Zoom Come hang out and join in fun art, math, engineering, literacy and science activities with your friends. Each child that registers will have a materials kit to pick up at the Main Library. Kits will be available… Read the article on gptx.org READ MORE.
01/13/2021
Virtual Bilingual Storytime (01/20/2021 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM)
Wednesdays at 11 a.m. | Via Facebook Live Go beyond the book with this fun and engaging program that is perfect for curious minds. Follow Ms. Jennifer around the library and Grand Prairie as we learn about the world around us! Read the article on gptx.org READ MORE.
01/13/2021
Woke Wednesdays (01/20/2021 4:00 PM – 4:15 PM)
Third Wednesdays at 4 p.m. January 20, February 17, March 17, April 21, May 19 All ages | Via Facebook Join us each month for this series for young children and their families to learn how to speak up against social injustice. These short videos… Read the article on gptx.org READ MORE.
01/13/2021
Grand Prairie Police Officer Resigns After Aggravated Assault Charges
Grand Prairie Officer Matthew Huber Resigns GRAND PRAIRIE – The City of Grand Prairie Police Department reported today that Grand Prairie Police Officer Matthew Huber resigned his position last Thursday, January 7, 2021. The resignation came because Huber, who was hired by the Grand Prairie Police Department in 2017, was arrested on December 12, 2020 READ MORE.
01/13/2021
Grand Prairie ISD hosts Virtual Experience Live Event
The Grand Prairie ISD Virtual Experience Live Event is tomorrow, Saturday, January 9, from 9 a.m. – noon! On Monday, January 4, the GPISD Experience web page went live. Families were encouraged to register and explore the site to see the numerous … Continue reading → Read the rest of the article on grapevinesource.com READ MORE.
01/13/2021
Grand Prairie Police Officer Matthew Huber Resigns After Arrest For Allegedly Pointing Gun At Ride-Share Driver
A Grand Prairie police officer resigned on January 7, just hours before he was scheduled to attend a disciplinary hearing after being arrested in another North Texas city for allegedly pointing a gun at a ride-share driver. Read the rest of the article on dfw.cbslocal.com READ MORE.
01/13/2021
Grand Prairie Police Officer Resigns, Accused of Pointing Gun at Rideshare Driver’s Head
A Grand Prairie police officer has resigned after being accused of pointing a gun to the head of a rideshare driver. Read the rest of the article on nbcdfw.com READ MORE.
01/13/2021
Libraries offer “Saturday Swag” for No Contact Pickups in January
Stay safe and earn some cool library swag when you choose Saturday “No Contact” pick-up for your library holds, books, DVDs and audiobooks during the month of January. All Grand Prairie library buildings are closed to the public on Saturdays,… Read the article on gptx.org READ MORE.
01/13/2021
Firehouse Gastro Park Deal
Present this coupon to receive 10% off all food & non alcoholic beverages. Not including catering, alcohol or event space rentals. Firehouse Gastro Park is located at 321 Main Street For more information visit, firehousegp.com or call… Read the article on gptx.org READ MORE.
01/13/2021
03/04/2021 – Leadership of the Heart for Women – Workshop 3
ONLINE EVENT – ZOOM Lucy V. Cantu in collaboration with the Chamber of Commerce brings you this unique workshop in its category, dedicated to you! Get ready for a full day of comprehensive retreat, renew your inner knowing, refocus your leadership and goals, as well as breathe new life into the leader in you! Being READ MORE.
01/13/2021
03/03/2021 – Leadership of the Heart for Women – Workshop 2
ONLINE EVENT – ZOOM Lucy V. Cantu in collaboration with the Chamber of Commerce brings you this unique workshop in its category, dedicated to you! Get ready for a full day of comprehensive retreat, renew your inner knowing, refocus your leadership and goals, as well as breathe new life into the leader in you! Being READ MORE.01/13/2021
The Art Factory for Kids (01/14/2021 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM)
Select Thursdays at 4:30 p.m. | Via Zoom Join Ms. Jyoti as she takes you through fun art challenges. For Zoom link and kit information, email jahmed@gptx.org. January 14: Paper Art February 18: Love Card March 25: What’s on My Plate-Art April 15: Art… Read the article on gptx.org READ MORE.01/13/2021
Sunday Funday: Let’s Meal Prep! (01/17/2021 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM)
Sundays, January 10-February 7, at 3 p.m.Via Zoom Don’t know what to prep for next week’s meals? Join us as we prep each week’s meals together and on a budget. We will cover substitutions and creative recipes allowing you to make meal planning a part… Read the article on gptx.org READ MORE.
01/13/2021