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“Inferno: Fire at the Cocoanut Grove 1942”

“Inferno: Fire at the Cocoanut Grove 1942”

This original play written and directed by James Hansen Prince looks at the deadly fire of Nov. 28, 1942 that tore through the Cocoanut Grove nightclub in Boston, killing nearly 500 people.

Jobs

Jobs

The City of Richardson is now hiring for the following positions.

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week

Meet Smokey, a 7-year-old English Mastiff with a heart as big as his smile. Despite his age, Smokey’s gentle and friendly nature makes him the perfect companion.

Arts Grants Awarded to Local Nonprofits

Arts Grants Awarded to Local Nonprofits

The Richardson City Council approved $375,000 in grants for 22 area cultural and arts-related nonprofit organizations at Monday’s meeting, based on recommendations from the City’s Cultural Arts Commission. Funded through the Hotel/Motel Tax Fund, the grants will...

City Council Seeks Second Friendship City Agreement 

City Council Seeks Second Friendship City Agreement 

The City Council approved a resolution at Monday’s City Council meeting supporting the pursuit of establishing a Friendship City Agreement with New Taipei City, Taiwan in advance of a joint visit set to take place in Taiwan next week. The effort seeks to promote...

Nominations Closing Soon for 2025 Community Revitalization Awards 

Nominations Closing Soon for 2025 Community Revitalization Awards 

Nominations are open through Tuesday, Sept. 30, for the City of Richardson’s 2025 Community Revitalization Awards, an annual program that recognizes owners who have made significant improvements to their property that enhance the community. Eligible entries include...

Property Tax Statements to Be Mailed in October 

Property Tax Statements to Be Mailed in October 

Next month, the Dallas County and Collin County tax offices will mail property tax statements to Richardson residents, based on values set by the county appraisal districts as of Jan. 1, 2025. The City of Richardson contracts with both counties for the collection of...