Public Safety Expo Tomorrow Morning
Join the Richardson Police Department tomorrow for the annual Public Safety Expo at Huffhines Park. There will be police and fire department vehicles on display along with demonstrations from the UAS (drone) Team and a visit from a medical helicopter. Vendors and City services will provide information about safety and emergency preparedness. Meet Chase from Paw Patrol, the National Night Out Knight, the K9 Unit, and much more.
Pet Microchip Scan Stations Installed at Three Locations
Three pet microchip scanning stations were installed this week that will give people who find a lost pet access to a scanner that can determine whether the animal has a microchip.
New Miss Texas Named
Miss Park Cities Stephanie Wendt has been named Miss Texas 2026, assuming the state title following Miss Texas Regan Hutsell’s crowning as the 99th Miss America on Sept. 6.
Peanut Butter Drive Continues Through Sept. 30
The annual North Texas Food Bank Peanut Butter Drive continues through Sept. 30, with several locations in Richardson where peanut butter jars can be dropped off.
Richardson Reads One Book Author Events Held
Two events were held this week with Kate Messner, author of the 2026 Richardson Reads One Book selection, “The Trouble with Heroes.” Messner gave a free lecture to about 900 people Tuesday night at First United Methodist Church and was interviewed by Richardson Assistant Fire Chief Gene Senter in front of a packed house at a luncheon Wednesday at the Eisemann Center.
Traffic Alert on Coit Road Near Arapaho Road
Drivers should expect significant traffic impacts on Coit Road near Arapaho Road through Sept. 21 as Atmos Energy completes utility work.
Grove Road Closure North of Main Street
Northbound Grove Road will be closed just north of Main Street beginning Monday, Sept. 21 and continuing through Tuesday, Sept. 29. The road will be closed weekdays from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. while crews connect to an existing water main crossing Grove Road and replace pavement in the work area. Northbound Grove Road will reopen to traffic by 3:30 p.m. each day, with a possible closure up until 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 23.
Turn Lane Closure from Campbell Road to Northbound Collins Boulevard
The right turn lane of westbound Campbell Road onto northbound Collins Boulevard between Gateway Boulevard and Collins Boulevard may be closed to traffic at all times for repairs of a water leak and pavement replacement. The work is expected to wrap up this month, weather permitting.
Green Infrastructure Workshop
Attend this free workshop on Saturday, Sept. 26, that explores how “green infrastructure” has evolved into an important part of communities and cities. Learn about its different forms, guiding principles and the many ways it can address city needs while creating lasting environmental and community benefits.
Fall is a Great Time to Try Composting
If you haven’t tried composting yet, fall is a great time to learn more about it, as fallen leaves (a great component of compost) are getting more plentiful.