NCTCOG Offers Grilling and Gathering Advice for Cleaner Air
Hosting a Memorial Day picnic? Outdoor gatherings can be both enjoyable and environmentally friendly with this advice from the North Central Texas Council of Governments’ Air North Texas division:
Pet of the Week
Meet Nala, a sweet and shy 3-year-old pitbull mix. Nala is looking for a loving home where she can feel safe and cherished. Nala would thrive in a cat-free environment, where she can be the center of attention and not have to share her space with feline friends....
Community Shows Appreciation for Public Services Crews
For National Public Works Week, the community shared messages of appreciation to thank the crews who keep Richardson running smoothly every day. Public Services staff work to maintain streets and water lines, collect trash and recycling, and respond when needed most....
Renner Road Large Valve Improvement Project Begins May 26
Two eastbound lanes of Renner Road at Wyndham Lane will be impacted by large valve replacement work starting May 26 through late June.
Richardson Highlights Public Services Crews During National Public Works Week
Before most residents start their day, Richardson’s Public Services crews are already hard at work maintaining the city’s essential infrastructure and services. From repairing and maintaining streets and water lines to collecting recycling and solid waste, these...
Heights Family Aquatic Center Ribbon Cutting Held
A ribbon cutting for the newly renovated Heights Family Aquatic Center was held this morning ahead of the upcoming summer season. The full renovation includes a brand-new pool deck designed to stay cooler on your feet, improvements to the slides and shade structures,...
Richardson Public Service staff recognized during National Public Works Week
National Public Works Week is May 17-23! The annual observance shines a spotlight on the dedicated men and women who help keep communities like Richardson running every day. During last night's City Council meeting, Richardson’s Public Works staff were recognized with...
SUMMER READING CLUBS KICK OFF AT LIBRARY
Programs are part of this year’s “Unearth a Story” theme and give Richardson readers the chance to track their summer reading, attend Library programs and earn prizes.
Richardson’s 2026 Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival Kicks Off Tonight
The City’s annual Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival takes place this weekend, May 15-17, at Galatyn Park Urban Center, with a packed schedule beginning tonight at 6 p.m. Live music on six stages, an art guitar auction and live performances on Performance Row are all included in the price of daily admission, as well as access to food vendors and the WF! Marketplace.
Parking/Transportation Info for Wildflower! Festival
The Wildflower! Arts & Music Festival is a favorite among DFW-area concertgoers and one of its features that receives high praise is parking—it’s plentiful, close by and FREE, with many spaces covered. More than 8,000 spaces are available within the immediate area surrounding Galatyn Park Urban Center, including three parking garages and five parking lots. In addition, there is dedicated bicycle parking at Gateway D (bring your own lock).