Abundant rain and flooding over the past several weeks, paired with the near triple-digit weather that appears to be setting in, is providing lots of potential to have more breeding grounds for all types of mosquitoes, increasing the chances of mosquito-borne disease for both pets and people.
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Celebrate National Moth Week and the beauty and value of moths, with an unforgettable night of discovery! Enjoy a presentation by Texas Parks & Wildlife Urban Biologist Sam Kieschnick and the chance to observe a kaleidoscope of moths after dark using light traps.
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Meet Joey, a sweet and energetic adult dog who loves nothing more than spending time with people. His friendly demeanor makes him a joy to be around, always ready for a game or a cuddle. Despite being heartworm positive, Joey’s spirit remains unbroken, and he’s looking for a loving home where he can receive the care he needs. Adopting Joey means bringing a bundle of joy into your life and giving him the chance to thrive and fill your days with happiness.
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In response to the devastating flooding in Central Texas, four Richardson Fire Department members have been deployed to Williamson County as part of Texas Task Force 2. Texas Task Force 2 is one of the state’s two urban search and rescue teams specially trained to locate, extricate, and provide medical care to victims of natural or man-made disasters. Additionally, a staff member from the City’s Office of Emergency Management (OEM) has been deployed to Austin to support the flood response as part of the Incident Support Task Force. Since the event, first responders from across the state have been working around the clock to assist with recovery efforts. More RFD and OEM staff are prepared to be deployed if needed.
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