Trash/Recycling Changes Next Week due to Thanksgiving Holiday
There will be NO trash, recycling or Brush and Bulky Item Collection (BABIC) service provided Thursday or Friday, Nov. 27-28. There will be NO make-up days for trash collection or BABIC. Regularly scheduled trash and BABIC service will resume on Monday, Dec. 1.
Gobble Hobble Tomorrow Morning; Minor Street Impacts Near Galatyn Plaza
The 20th Annual Gobble Hobble is set for tomorrow morning, featuring a 5K and a 1-mile Fun Run. Both events will start and finish at Galatyn Park Urban Center, winding through Galatyn Woodland Preserve and Spring Creek Nature Area. The action kicks off at 8 a.m., with proceeds benefiting the Richardson Boys & Girls Club.
“Explore The CORE” Contest Begins Monday for Small Business Saturday
The community is encouraged to support local businesses this holiday season with the “Explore The CORE” contest, celebrating Small Business Saturday in The CORE District.
Band Applications Open for 2026 Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival
Community Events staff are now accepting unsolicited applications from local and regional bands interested in performing at the 2026 Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival. All acts are selected by a programming committee and are chosen based on programming needs, appropriateness to the event, talent level, event budget and meeting of criteria eligibility.
Annual Toy and Food Collection Starts Monday at City Facilities
Collection bins are being set up this week at numerous City facilities in preparation for the Fire Department’s annual Toy and Food Drive, which begins Monday, Nov. 24 and benefits the clients served by Network of Community Ministries. Bins will be located at 10 facilities.
DART Invests in Security and Cleaning Upgrades, Launches New Ticket Machines
The Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) Board of Directors approved two key contracts this week that will improve security and cleanliness across the system, representing a $24.6M investment in improved rider experiences.
Christmas Parade Applications Close Monday; VIP Tickets Still Available
There are three days left to register for Richardson’s annual Christmas Parade, to be held Saturday, Dec. 6 with the theme of “Holidays Around the World.” Participants are encouraged to bring the theme to life with creative costumes, vehicles, pets and floats.
“Last Call for Artists” for Spring Cottonwood Art Festival
Artists have until Monday, Dec. 1 to apply for the Spring 2026 Cottonwood Art Festival, scheduled for May 2-3, 2026.
No City Council Meeting Monday
Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, there will be no City Council work session or meeting Monday, Nov. 24. The City Council will next meet Monday, Dec. 1 at 6 p.m.
Utility Work Takes Place Near Jupiter/Renner Intersection; Lane Closures Expected
The left lanes of southbound and northbound Jupiter Road between Infocom Drive and Bluebonnet Drive, and the inside left turn lanes of northbound and southbound Jupiter Road at Renner Road, may be closed to traffic from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. as underground boring takes place to repair wiring and fix streetlight outages. The work is expected to be finished by late February.