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Foxboro Park Gets a Deep Clean 

Foxboro Park Gets a Deep Clean 

Members of Richardson’s World Mission Society Church of God helped clean up trash from Foxboro Park last Sunday through Richardson’s Community & Corporate Environmental Cleanup Program. The program is open to any group who wants to help beautify Richardson. All supplies are provided, including gloves and trash tongs, and filled bags are picked up when the project is finished.   

September Gardening To-do List 

September Gardening To-do List 

The Dallas County Master Gardener Association, Inc. (DCMGA), a division of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, has released its Garden Task List for September.  

Pet of the Week 

Pet of the Week 

Meet Sky, a sweet 5-year-old mixed breed who brings joy to everyone she meets. Known for her friendly demeanor, Sky loves to be around people, making her a perfect companion. She enjoys playful activities and is always eager to please, showing her affectionate nature. Sky would thrive in a loving home where she can share her boundless love and enthusiasm for life.

First Structural Steel Installed at New City Hall

First Structural Steel Installed at New City Hall

Construction on the City of Richardson’s new City Hall has reached a new milestone as the first pieces of structural steel were installed Monday, Sept. 8. The steel columns are located on the northeast side of the three-story part of the building.

Tax Rate Hearing Monday 

Tax Rate Hearing Monday 

A public hearing on the tax rate will take place at the City Council meeting scheduled for Monday, Sept. 8, at 6 p.m. It is the first public hearing to be held related to the Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget; a budget hearing is scheduled for Sept. 15. A tax rate of...

“Clear the Shelters” Wraps Up 

“Clear the Shelters” Wraps Up 

Animal Shelter staff announced this week that 180 pets found their forever homes during the Clear the Shelters campaign Aug. 1-31, more than double the amount of pets adopted at the Shelter during last year’s event. The annual nationwide campaign promotes pet adoption...

Music Lineup Released for Cottonwood Art Festival

Music Lineup Released for Cottonwood Art Festival

The musical lineup for the upcoming Cottonwood Art Festival, to be held Oct. 4-5 at Cottonwood Park, was recently published; it includes:      Dolby Kings    Texas Revival Band   Suzy and the Sissies   Fleetwood Journey   Maylee Thomas Band     Live...

Network 28th Annual Golf Outing is Next Friday 

Network 28th Annual Golf Outing is Next Friday 

Sign up to golf and/or be a sponsor for Network of Community Ministries’ 28th Annual Golf Outing, scheduled for Friday, Sept. 12 at Sherrill Park Golf Course. Proceeds benefit Network’s many programs that help people in need in our community.  

Peanut Butter Drive Now Accepting Donations

Peanut Butter Drive Now Accepting Donations

The annual North Texas Food Bank Peanut Butter Drive began this week, with several locations in Richardson where peanut butter jars can be dropped off.     Locations include:   Network of Community Ministries, 1500 International Pkwy. Regular...