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FEMA National Emergency Test Nov. 17
FEMA, in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission, will conduct a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System at approximately 1:20 p.m. CST on Tuesday, Nov. 17. Through this test, FEMA will assess how participating broadcasters and other...
City to Participate in Workforce Solutions for North Central Texas Job Fair
The City of Richardson is participating in Workforce Solutions’ Hiring Red, White & You! statewide hiring event in Allen. The event, now in its 15th year, connects Texas veterans, transitioning service members, military spouses and job seekers with employers who...
City Council Approves 2027 Meeting Calendar
At Monday’s meeting, the City Council approved its 2027 meeting calendar. The calendar includes 38 meetings, with meetings held on Monday evenings at 6 p.m. For those not able to attend in person, the meetings are livestreamed on the City’s website at...
Overnight Closure for NTTA Maintenance
Eastbound President George Bush Turnpike (PGBT) to the northbound US 75 direct-connector ramp will be closed from 10 p.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 13-14 so the North Texas Tollway Authority can conduct routine maintenance. Message boards will be placed nearby to alert drivers of...
Recycling Spotlight: Don’t “Bag Within the Bag”
Celebrate America Recycles Day (Sunday, Nov. 15) by learning more about recycling and keeping up with what materials are accepted by Richardson. Staff at Republic Services, Richardson’s recycler, say that one simple thing people can do to be better recyclers is to not...
City’s “Cease the Grease” Begins Next Tuesday
As the holidays near, it’s time to start thinking about your kitchen sink and pipes. The day after Thanksgiving is called “Brown Friday” because it’s the busiest day of the year for plumbers. The fat, oil and grease residue left over from cooking will harden after...
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Richardson Public Library Grand Reopening Set for Nov. 21 at 1 p.m.
Renovated Library features expanded spaces, new amenities, and improvements as part of the City’s larger Municipal Campus redevelopment.
Culture in The CORE is Next Weekend, Parking Restrictions and Road Closures Go into Effect Nov. 4-5
The Culture in The CORE Food and Music Festival is scheduled for noon-4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7...
Santa’s Village Setup Begins
Work began this week at Huffhines Park to prepare the venue for Santa’s Village, the City’s miniature holiday town. It may seem early, but in order to be ready in time for December visitors, set-up begins immediately following Huffhines Harvest Fest. The dwellings are in place at the park, and decorating will begin in November.
Christmas Parade Registration Opens Monday
Registration opens Monday for Richardson’s 54th Annual Christmas Parade, to be held Saturday, Dec. 5. This year’s parade theme is “Favorite Holiday Movies.” Individuals and groups are encouraged to interpret the theme with costumes, vehicles, pets and floats.
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Economic Development
Truck Yard Open in Restaurant Park
Truck Yard Richardson opened Sept. 1, adding a new restaurant and entertainment concept to the city. Located in Richardson Restaurant Park along Central Expressway between Floyd Road and James Drive, the new venue transforms a longtime property with food, daily live music and outdoor gathering spaces. It also adds new activity to Restaurant Park as reinvestment continues in the area.
Semiconductor Innovation Fund Grant Supports TI Expansion in Richardson
Texas Instruments’ continued investment in Richardson received additional support this week with the announcement of a $33.6 million Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund grant for expanded capacity and technology improvements at the company’s 300mm semiconductor wafer fabrication facility.
City of Richardson Announces Celestica Expansion at Telecom Parkway Campus
The City of Richardson is pleased to announce that Celestica, a global leader in data center infrastructure and advanced technology solutions, will expand its operations at 2801 Telecom Parkway, reinforcing the city’s position as a hub for advanced manufacturing and technology-based employment.
Celestica Expands Telecom Parkway Campus
Celestica, a global provider of data center infrastructure and advanced technology solutions, will significantly expand its operations at 2801 Telecom Parkway. The company has renewed leases for two existing buildings and signed a new lease for a 343,000-square-foot facility currently under construction, bringing its total footprint at the site to approximately 1 million square feet through 2036.The expansion is expected to retain nearly 400 existing jobs and create almost 2,300 new permanent positions over the next two years, strengthening Richardson’s advanced manufacturing sector and boosting high-tech employment opportunities across the region.
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Changes Discussed to Matching Funds Beautification Program
Efforts are underway to expand the City’s Matching Fund Beautification Program, which works with area neighborhoods to fund projects and neighborhood entrances and other areas on public right of way. This week, Council gave direction to include projects on privately...
Texas Arbor Day Tree Planting Held at Lookout Park
Volunteers and Parks and Recreation staff planted 35 trees at Lookout Park earlier today in celebration of Texas Arbor Day, which is held annually on the first Friday in November. The tree planting was sponsored by local nonprofit One Earth One Chance. Trees planted...
Options for Safe Drug Disposal Year-Round
If you missed the Richardson Police Department’s Drug Take Back event last month, the Health Department has links on its web page with information about how to safely dispose of expired and/or unused prescription and over-the counter drugs year-round. The...
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Richardson Highlights Public Services Crews During National Public Works Week
Before most residents start their day, Richardson’s Public Services crews are already hard at work maintaining the city’s essential infrastructure and services. From repairing and maintaining streets and water lines to collecting recycling and solid waste, these...
City prepares for Winter Weather
City crews are monitoring roads as freezing rain, sleet, and snow move through the area. Our Public Services team has 1,400 cubic yards of sand and 18 spreader units ready to treat bridges, overpasses, and major intersections. There are three 24-hour warming centers...
Meet 2025 Martin Luther King, Jr. Essay Contest Winner: Lucy Mann
Entries for the City’s Annual “Martin Luther King, Jr. Essay Contest” and the “Black History Month: Celebrating Diversity and Inclusion” Art Contest are now being accepted. Both contests are open to students who live in Richardson or attend school within the city....








