Upcoming at UT Dallas: Barnett Lecture features Tali Nates Sunday Evening
The public is invited to join UT Dallas in welcoming Tali Nates as she presents the Mitchell L. and Miriam Lewis Barnett Lecture, “Finding Hope Underground.” Nates is a founder of the Holocaust and Tutsi Genocide Survivors groups in Johannesburg, South Africa (her father and uncle were saved by Oskar Schindler). The talk explores intergenerational witnessing as the Holocaust recedes into history, and asks how remembrance can remain dynamic, relevant and inclusive in the 21st century.
“Curtains” Opens Next Friday at RCT
Get ready for a night of suspense, laughter and toe-tapping tunes as Repertory Company Theatre presents the Tony Award-winning murder mystery musical, “Curtains.” Set in the 1950s, “Curtains” takes audiences backstage to the drama and intrigue of the theater world. When a murder occurs during the opening night of a Broadway-bound musical, Detective Frank Cioffi is called in to investigate. As cast and crew become suspects, Cioffi unravels a web of egos, rivalries and secrets to uncover the truth.
Be Spring Storm Aware; Several Alerts Available
This week marked the annual Severe Weather Awareness Week, an opportunity for the Richardson Office of Emergency Management and National Weather Service to increase awareness of and response to severe weather hazards in advance of spring and summer storm season. As a reminder, using multiple warning methods is the best way to receive alerts during any emergency.
Spring Monarch Migration Has Begun
The annual monarch butterfly migration from Mexico to the northern U.S. and Canada has begun, with sightings already reported in Texas. Luckily for fans of the beautiful orange and black pollinators, Richardson is in the pathway. The City has been a Mayor’s Monarch Pledge city since 2015 (a program of the National Wildlife Federation) and has established dedicated butterfly gardens in four parks—Berkner, Prairie Creek, Durham and Yale—and includes plants that attract and feed butterflies in park and landscape projects wherever feasible.
Jobs
The City of Richardson is now hiring for the following positions.
Pet of the Week
Meet Scotty, a 3-year-old bulldog mix with a heart full of joy. This friendly guy loves to play and has a knack for making everyone laugh with his goofy antics.
Cottonwood Art Festival Names Julia Gilmore as Featured Artist for Spring 2026 Event
The Cottonwood Art Festival has selected acclaimed visual artist Julia Gilmore as the Featured Artist for the Spring Cottonwood Art Festival, taking place May 2-3 at Cottonwood Park.
City Council Supports New DART Governance and Funding Structure
The Richardson City Council on Monday approved two measures related to proposed changes at Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART), supporting a new governance structure and authorizing participation in an updated funding program.
Annual Chlorine Maintenance on City’s Water System Begins Monday
The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD), Richardson’s water supplier, will conduct its annual chlorine maintenance on its water transmission system and member cities’ distribution systems March 2-30.
Bond, Charter Election Websites Upgraded with More Information
Expanded information about the May 2 Bond and Charter Elections is now available online, including an interactive map of proposed bond projects and a complete list of all 50 proposed City Charter amendments.