Shred Paper, Recycle Electronics at RCPAAA Event Tomorrow
The Richardson Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association’s (RCPAAA) fall electronics recycling and document shredding event is taking place at the Heights Church, 201 W. Renner Rd., on Saturday, Oct. 17 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Over the last 10 events, the...
Republic Services Recycling Center Tour
Participants are invited to learn how Republic Services processes recyclables, why recycling guidelines changes and why reducing, reusing and recycling properly matters at a tour on Friday, Oct. 22. The tour is free, but registration is required. Date:...
October Garden Tasks
The Dallas County Master Gardener Association, Inc. (DCMGA), a division of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, has released its Garden Task List for October. October is a great time to prepare gardens and landscapes for cooler weather. Consider planting fall...
Locations to Avoid When Planting Trees
October is a great time to plant trees and other ornamental landscaping, but homeowners should avoid planting trees in certain locations to prevent potential problems and ensure the health and safety of their properties. [graphic from October...
Save the Date: RCPAAA Electronics Recycling/Document Shredding is Oct. 17
The Richardson Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association’s (RCPAAA) fall electronics recycling and document shredding event is taking place at the Heights Church on Saturday, Oct. 17 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Over the last 10 events, the RCPAAA has collected: ...
“Four D’s” Still Important as Calendar Turns to Fall
The calendar has turned to fall. In fall, cooler temperatures typically bring more outdoor activities and with that comes a risk of more incidents of West Nile virus (WNV) infections—in fact, fall is considered the most active season for WNV infections. The City...
Keep Cardboard Clean, Dry and Flat
Richardson asks residents to keep cardboard clean and dry because wet cardboard is considered contamination in our recycling program and can be harder to sort and process. Recycle cardboard in three steps: Keep it Dry Wet cardboard should...
Green Infrastructure Workshop
Attend this free workshop on Saturday, Sept. 26, that explores how “green infrastructure” has evolved into an important part of communities and cities. Learn about its different forms, guiding principles and the many ways it can address city needs while creating lasting environmental and community benefits.
Fall is a Great Time to Try Composting
If you haven’t tried composting yet, fall is a great time to learn more about it, as fallen leaves (a great component of compost) are getting more plentiful.
Monarch Migration Has Begun; City’s Butterfly Gardens are Ready
Monarch butterflies have begun their annual southbound migration, heading from Canada and the northern/Midwest U.S. to their winter home in Mexico, and have already been reported in North Texas.