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Early Voting for Bond & Charter Election Begins Monday
Early voting for the May 2 Joint and Special Election, including the City of Richardson Bond and Charter Election, begins Monday, April 20 and runs through Tuesday, April 28 (note: there is no voting on Tuesday, April 21 due to...
City to Host “Earth Day” Tree Planting Wednesday Morning
The City of Richardson, in partnership with nonprofit One Earth One Chance, will host an Earth Day Tree Planting event on Wednesday, April 22, from 9-11 a.m. at Crowley Park, South Pavilion, 2551 E. Lookout Dr. Held during National Volunteer Month, the...
Traffic Signal Box Art Contest Submissions Due Next Friday
Artists wishing to enter the City’s fifth annual Traffic Signal Box Art Contest have until Friday, April 24, to submit their entries online. “Community” is the theme for this year’s contest, co-sponsored by the Richardson Rotary Club, and winning...
Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival Survey Ends Monday
There are just a few more days remaining to share your thoughts about Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival in an online survey that’s been available this month, to gather information that will help shape the future of the festival.
Fire Department Reviews 2025, Looks Ahead in Annual Report
Richardson Fire Chief Curtis Poovey presented the Fire Department’s annual report at Monday’s City Council meeting. The report is a comprehensive summary of the department’s 2025 activities and accomplishments and plans for the...
Council Finalizes Appointment Procedures for Single Council Vacancies
The City Council conducted a final review at Monday’s Council meeting of a proposed policy outlining procedures for filling a single Council vacancy, following discussion at prior Council...
City Council Reviews Ceremonial Policies
At Monday’s City Council meeting, staff presented recommendations for new policies on municipal flag displays and ceremonial recognitions, along with updates to Richardson’s Days of Recognition. The proposed flag policy would standardize the...
Temporary Lane Closure Expected on Renner Road Near Wyngate
The right lane of westbound Renner Road between Wyngate Boulevard and Clear Spring Drive may be closed to traffic at all times as pavement repair takes place in front of the Shell gas station at the Bush Turnpike. (Note: Only one lane will remain closed overnight. The second lane may be closed as needed from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.) The work is expected to be completed by early May.
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Wildflower! Battle of the Bands Qualifying Round Tomorrow Afternoon
Twelve bands vie for one of four finalist/semifinalist spots in this inspiring competition featuring musicians age 21 and younger. A panel of judges will select two bands to advance directly to the Battle of the Bands finals and perform at the Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival May 17, and an additional two bands will move on to an online fan-vote contest, where audiences will decide who earns the coveted third finalist spot.
Chamber Music International Tomorrow Evening
“Chamber Works of Debussy” features the Impressionism of early and late Debussy, performed by Simón Gollo, violin; Daphne Gerling, viola; Horacio Contreras, cello; James Scott, flute; Jaymee Haefner, harp; and Ana Maria Otamendi, piano.
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Richardson Named in Top 20 “Best Places to Live”
For the seventh year in a row, Richardson has been named a Top 20 “Best City to Live in America” by Niche, a Pennsylvania-based company...
CORE District Development Part of Private-Public Partnership
HSR and Tokyu Land Corporation Break Ground on 281-Unit Multifamily Community in Richardson, Texas The project is scheduled to be...
Developer Receives Award for Belt & Main
Catalyst Urban Development was recognized this week with the 2026 Innovation in Development Practice Award for the Belt & Main project, at the Urban Land Institute (ULI) Impact Awards held this week.
Richardson Economic Development Department Receives TEDC Award
The Richardson Economic Development Department has received the 2025 Economic Excellence Recognition Award from the Texas Economic Development Council (TEDC). The Council’s Economic Excellence Recognition program highlights economic development organizations across the state that meet a desired threshold of professionalism, based on the professional development of their governing board or council, as well as the economic development director and professional staff.
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Earth Day “Picnic in the Park” Next Wednesday
Bring your lunch or grab something from a nearby restaurant and enjoy live music, local vendors sharing tips on recycling and sustainable living, and a free potted plant activity. Bring an empty can (20 oz. or less) and learn how to turn it into a planter with a plant to take home. Lawn chairs, picnic blankets and pups welcome!
Save the Date/Save Your Medicines: Drug Takeback is Next Saturday
Prevent medications from contaminating our water system/waterways by taking part in the Richardson Police Department’s (RPD) Drug Take Back Saturday, April 25, part of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. The collection will take place at Richardson Police Headquarters, 200 N. Greenville Ave., from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The event keeps medications from being flushed down a sink drain or toilet and potentially entering our waterways, and also helps keep drugs out of the trash, where pets, children and others might acquire them.
Tickets on Sale for RWCTX Garden Tour May 2
A day of beauty, inspiration and community featuring a wide variety of activities, from morning coffee and gardening seminars to shopping, a boxed lunch on the estate grounds, and tours of several local gardens. A raffle features several gardening-related prizes.
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City prepares for Winter Weather
City crews are monitoring roads as freezing rain, sleet, and snow move through the area. Our Public Services team has 1,400 cubic yards of sand and 18 spreader units ready to treat bridges, overpasses, and major intersections. There are three 24-hour warming centers...
Meet 2025 Martin Luther King, Jr. Essay Contest Winner: Lucy Mann
Entries for the City’s Annual “Martin Luther King, Jr. Essay Contest” and the “Black History Month: Celebrating Diversity and Inclusion” Art Contest are now being accepted. Both contests are open to students who live in Richardson or attend school within the city....
Adaptive Night at Santa’s Village
Thursday night, Santa’s Village transformed into a quieter, more comfortable holiday experience for families who benefit from a sensory-friendly celebration. Adaptive Night is designed for children and adults with disabilities to enjoy the magic of the season without...