Pet of the Week
Say hello to Thunder, our lovable 3-year-old Rottweiler! This gentle giant is seeking an experienced owner who can match his energy. Thunder would thrive in a home without kids under 10 and is would be suited for experienced pet owners. If you’re ready to welcome a playful and loyal companion into your life, come meet Thunder today!
City, UT Dallas Help Bring 5G Testing and Evaluation Facility to The IQ®
A new research and development lab has been established at Richardson’s IQ®HQ facility at 1302 E. Collins Blvd., to pursue research, testing, evaluation and development of the next generation of 5G Radio Access Network (RAN) products and services.
2024-25 Budget Presented to City Council
City Manager Don Magner has filed the City’s proposed budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year, which includes a tax rate not seen since 2006.
City, Chamber Collaborate with RISD’s Professional Internship Program
This week, RISD’s Professional Internship Program (PIP) kicked off the 2024-25 school year with a student breakfast at the Richardson Woman’s Club and a new partnership with the City of Richardson and the Richardson Chamber of Commerce.
City Manager Names New Director of Economic Development
City Manager Don Magner has announced the appointment of Chris Shacklett as Richardson’s Director of Economic Development. Shacklett has served as the Interim Director of Economic Development since February 2024.
DART Begins Round 2 of Silver Line Segment Testing Sunday
Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) will begin a second run of vehicle testing on the Silver Line Regional Rail alignment beginning Sunday, Aug. 25. The testing on Silver Line tracks will occur between Waterview Parkway in Richardson and the Shiloh Road Station in Plano, taking place between 9 a.m.-6 p.m. throughout the week.
DART Orange Line Marks 10 Years of Service to DFW Airport
This week, DART celebrated 10 years of providing rail service to DFW Airport via the Orange Line, which also serves Plano, Richardson, Dallas and Irving.
Richardson Fire, Police Volunteer Featured on Fox4 News
Debbie Conard, a longtime volunteer for both the Richardson Fire Department (RFD) and Richardson Police Department (RPD), was featured on Fox4News this past Monday as part of the “Here’s to You” segment at 5:30 p.m. and 10 p.m.
Trail Work Near PGBT/Alma Intersection to Affect Westbound Frontage Road
The right lane of the eastbound President George Bush Turnpike frontage road as it approaches Alma Road may be closed to traffic at all times as a portion of the nearby multi-use trail is demolished and the inlet to the trail is relocated/reconstructed.
Fiber Optic Work to Close Lanes Near Shiloh/Renner Intersection
The right turn lane of westbound Renner Road onto northbound Shiloh Road, and the right turn lane of southbound Shiloh Road onto westbound Renner Road,