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One More Week to Prune Oak Trees 

One More Week to Prune Oak Trees 

The Dallas County Master Gardener Association (DCMGA), part of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, states in its latest Garden Task List that oak trees need to be pruned before Feb. 15 to minimize the chance of oak wilt infestation. If you must prune them after Feb. 15...

Eco-friendly Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day 

Eco-friendly Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day 

The North Central Texas Council of Government’s Air North Texas division is reminding the public to love our air and our environment while we show love for each other as we plan for Valentine’s Day celebrations/gifts—Air North Texas’ Clean Air Corner blog has posted...

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week

Check out Chase, a 7-month-old mix dog overflowing with sweetness, friendliness and a dash of goofiness. His playful antics will have you laughing in no time. Chase is an expert at making friends, his social skills with other dogs are unparalleled. His heart is as big...

State of the City is “Strong” – Available to View On Demand 

State of the City is “Strong” – Available to View On Demand 

The Mayor and City Council delivered the annual State of the City Address on Wednesday evening at the Eisemann Center, highlighting Richardson’s major achievements in 2024 and providing a vision for the year ahead. With the theme “A Place for Big Ideas,” the address...

TxDOT Updates City Council on US 75 Tech Lanes Project

TxDOT Updates City Council on US 75 Tech Lanes Project

The US 75 Technology Lanes Project is currently ahead of schedule, according to a presentation given at Monday’s City Council meeting by Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) staff. The project affects US 75 between IH 635 and SH 121, and involves converting the...

US 75 Crossing Improvements Projects Underway 

US 75 Crossing Improvements Projects Underway 

City staff provided an update at Monday’s City Council meeting on the progress of the City’s US 75 crossing improvement projects which include the Collins Boulevard overpass and the intersections of US 75 at Arapaho Road and US 75 at Belt Line Road. The improvements,...

Bike Friendly Bronze Status Renewed 

Bike Friendly Bronze Status Renewed 

The League of American Bicyclists announced this week that Richardson’s status as a Bronze-level Bicycle Friendly Community has been renewed. The award recognizes Richardson for its commitment to creating transportation and recreational resources that benefit its...

Main Street Phase 2 Open House Set for Next Thursday 

Main Street Phase 2 Open House Set for Next Thursday 

Residents and owners of businesses located in/near the Downtown area of the Richardson CORE District are invited to an Open House next Thursday evening from 5-7 p.m. at Police Headquarters to get information about the Main Street Phase 2 Road Improvements set to start...

City Photo Contest Winners Announced 

City Photo Contest Winners Announced 

The City’s Parks and Recreation Department has announced the winners in the 2025 City of Richardson photography contest. Kellie Carter won both Best of Show and the Amateur Adult Division with a photo in the Flora category entitled, “Once Upon a Wish,” top honors in...