National Trails Day is June 5
National Trails Day is this weekend, a good opportunity to get to know Richardson’s more than 80 miles of concrete hike and bike trails and soft surface nature trails available throughout the city.
Time to Try Composting
In conjunction with National Learn About Composting Day (Saturday, May 29), the North Texas Council of Government’s (NCTCOG) Air North Texas blog has posted information to help North Texans reduce their carbon footprint through composting.
S-s-stay Aware When it Comes to Snakes
Since snake encounters rise as temperatures rise, and can also increase after heavy rains/flooding, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension recently published information online to help prevent encounters with snakes and avoid snake bites.
Mosquito Trapping/Testing in Full Swing; Sign Up for Notifications
City Health Department staff gave the City Council an update Monday regarding the City’s Mosquito Control program.
Water Users Advised to Set Sprinklers to “Manual”
With all the rain our area has experienced in the past week and more expected next week, water customers can save money and help prevent needless water waste/runoff (not to mention oversaturation of their landscapes) by setting water sprinkler systems to “manual.”
May 21 is National Bike to Work Day
If you live/work in or near Richardson, consider biking to work next Friday, May 21 via Richardson’s network of bike trails and bike lanes.
DIY Drip Irrigation Webinar May 19
Learn the basics of drip irrigation at an upcoming free SmartScape® webinar hosted by the City of Plano Wednesday, May 19 from 6-7:30 p.m. online.
Community Gardens Partnership Program Helps Feed Those In Need
The Community Gardens Partnership in Richardson is helping bring people together, creating opportunities from recreation and exercise to therapy and education.
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.