Drain Swimming Pools Legally
With swimming season upon us, many pool owners have been conducting maintenance to get their pool ready for the summer, and the Health Department reminds homeowners to keep chlorinated pool water and discharge of filter backwash out of streets and storm drains—City...
“Home Sweet Home” Holds First Workshop
Richardson’s new Home Sweet Home program kicked off last Saturday with a free “Curb Appeal” workshop held in the City Council Chamber. The workshop was led by certified arborist Dr. Kevin Dilliard and provided information on how trees, shrubs, seasonal color, lighting and more can enhance a home’s look and increase its value.
RTC Opens “Angel Street aka Gaslight”
Richardson Theatre Centre, 518 W. Arapaho Rd., Ste. 113Tickets: $22-$24 (Ticket link: Click here)June 6-29Thursdays 7:30 p.m.; Fridays-Saturdays 8 p.m.; Sundays 2 p.m. In this 1938 thriller by Patrick Hamilton, mysterious things have been happening in...
Comedian Andy Beningo at The Core Theatre Next Friday
518 W. Arapaho Rd., Ste. 115Tickets: Students $15; Adults and Seniors $20 (Ticket link: click here)Friday, June 138 p.m. It’s an evening of laughter with stand-up comedian Andy Beningo, known for his clean, relatable humor and “everyman” charm. Based...
June Garden Tasks
The Dallas County Master Gardener Association, Inc., a division of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, has posted its June Gardening Task List, featuring several to-dos that gardeners should be taking note of this month. Among the group’s recommendations: ...
Jobs
Fleet Technician II ($47,041.80 – $66,038.96 Salary) Fleet Services is looking for individuals who can perform light mechanical repairs and welding on city vehicles/equipment. Texas Class A Commercial operator’s license (CDL) required. Texas Class C Driver’s...
Pet of the Week
Meet Dolly, a vibrant 3-year-old Plott Hound with a heart full of love. Her sweetness is unparalleled, and her friendly nature makes her a joy to be around. She loves to chase her tail, play fetch and give the best doggy cuddles. Dolly's love knows no bounds, and...
Traffic Box Art Contest Winners Announced
The five winners of the City’s fourth annual Traffic Signal Box Art Contest were recognized at Monday’s City Council work session. Each received $200 and a certificate, and their artwork will be turned into vinyl wraps that will be installed on traffic signal boxes at key Richardson intersections.
DART Plans Community Meetings Re: Proposed Fare and Service Changes
Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) will host a series of community meetings across its service area this month, including in Richardson, to gather community input on potential service and fare changes that could significantly impact riders across all 13 member cities.
The IQ® Brew Next Thursday
Richardson IQ®HQ, 1302 E. Collins Blvd.Admission: Free (registration link)Thursday, June 128:30-10 a.m. (coffee and networking 8:30-9 a.m.) Come learn from Natalie Draeger, Senior Director of 101Media, as she talks about how platforms such as Instagram,...