City Awards Second RAMP Grant to Assist R&D in Richardson
The City of Richardson is proud to announce that an incentive grant through its Research Award Match Program (RAMP) has been awarded to support the expansion of JP Analytical LLC, a cutting-edge materials research and development company headquartered in the...
Arbor Day is Today; Trees Planted, Given Away at Terrace Park
Mayor Bob Dubey issued a proclamation at Monday’s City Council Meeting declaring today, April 25, as Arbor Day in Richardson, in alignment with national Arbor Day, urging all residents to “observe the day by planting trees, preserving the natural environment, and...
“Real Heroes” Nominations for Outstanding Volunteers Due Next Wednesday
Nominations are open for a few more days for the 2025 Richardson Real Heroes Award program. The program, now in its 16th year, is sponsored by nonprofit Richardson Real Heroes and is the only citywide program that recognizes extraordinary volunteers whose work benefits the Richardson community.
Possible Traffic Delays on Westbound Belt Line near Frances Way Intersection
The right lane of westbound East Belt Line Road between Frances Way and Wake Court may be closed to traffic from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. as a gas leak repair takes place on Wake Drive. The work is expected to be complete by mid-May.
Richardson Today in Mailboxes This Week
The May 2025 print edition of Richardson Today has been mailed and is expected to hit mailboxes this week/weekend. It includes guides to both the Cottonwood Art Festival and Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival, including stage schedules, where to park and much more.
Realtor Workshop Highlights Richardson Projects, Schools, and Other Amenities
Local realtors got the chance to learn more about our community Thursday (and gain insights that will help them attract people to Richardson) as the City’s annual Realtors Workshop was held at City Hall.
Animal Services Recognizes Animal Control Officers, Reviews Past Year
Animal Services staff gave an update to the City Council at Monday’s meeting in conjunction with Animal Care and Control Appreciation Week, celebrated nationally every year during the second full week of April.
Set-up Begins Next Week for Cottonwood Art Festival
This Sunday marks the start of setup for the City’s semiannual Cottonwood Art Festival taking place May 3-4, as City crews and Community Events staff begin a week of preparations at Cottonwood Park. Around 200 artists from across the nation have been selected to...
Sales Tax Holiday This Weekend for Batteries, Other Emergency Supplies
Texans will be allowed to purchase certain emergency preparation supplies tax free April 26-28 during the annual Emergency Preparation Supplies Sales Tax Holiday. This year’s holiday begins at 12:01 a.m. Saturday, April 26 and ends at midnight Monday, April 28.
DART Advances Silver Line Segmented Testing to North Dallas and Beyond
Beginning next week, Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) will advance segmented testing of Silver Line vehicles into North Dallas, Addison and Downtown Carrollton.