Best Locations to See Wildflowers in Bloom
Richardson’s annual wildflowers are now in full bloom, with some of the best places to view/take photos located at City Hall, Crowley Park, Huffhines Park and Berkner Park.
Mayor Recognizes Lyme Disease Awareness Month; Precautions Encouraged
In conjunction with National Lyme Disease Awareness Month, Mayor Paul Voelker signed a proclamation recently declaring May as Lyme Disease Awareness Month in Richardson.
Celebrate Arbor Day Year-Round with City’s Tree Planting Program
Since today (April 30) is National Arbor Day, the City is reminding residents that a great way to celebrate is to get involved with the Parks and Recreation Department’s tree planting program, in which participants purchase a tree or trees and have them planted on City-maintained land.
Statewide Nature Challenge Begins Today
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) and Texas Master Naturalists are encouraging all Texans to participate in the worldwide 2021 iNaturalist City Nature Challenge, which began today (April 30) and continues through May 3.
Annual Trash Bash Held In Richardson
The City’s annual Trash Bash returned last weekend after it was postponed in 2020 due to the pandemic. This year’s Bash offered several drive-thru activities in the City Hall parking lot and at Richardson Square Mall.
Texas City Nature Challenge Begins April 30
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) and Texas Master Naturalists are encouraging all Texans to participate in the worldwide 2021 iNaturalist City Nature Challenge, which begins Friday, April 30 and continues through May 3.
Richardson Welcomes Monarchs
As monarch butterflies continue to make their annual spring migration from Mexico to the north this month, Richardson is a great place to spot the orange-winged beauties, as it participates in the National Wildlife Federation’s Mayor’s Monarch Pledge to help save the iconic species.
Health Department Readies for Trash Bash April 24
Health Department staff have been busy this week getting ready for the department’s biggest annual event: Trash Bash, to be held Saturday, April 24.
Mosquito Traps To Be Set Up April 25
Contractors with Richardson’s Health Department will begin to set up mosquito traps around the community starting, Sun. Apr. 25.
Wildflowers Around Richardson Are Starting To Bloom
Richardson’s wildflowers which were planted last October are starting to bloom.