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Deadline to Submit 3D Print Jobs at the Library is Monday
The deadline to submit 3D print jobs to be printed on the Library’s 3D printer is Monday, Oct. 5. The Richardson Library closes on Sunday, Oct. 11 to move to its newly renovated facility at 421 W. Arapaho Rd. and the 3D printer will not be...
Nomination Deadline Extended to Oct. 25 for Community Revitalization Awards
Nominations for the 2026 Community Revitalization Awards will now be accepted through Sunday, Oct. 25. The original deadline was this Sunday. The awards recognize residential and commercial property owners who have enhanced the community through significant...
Property Tax Statements to Be Mailed in October
This month, the Dallas County and Collin County tax offices will mail property tax statements to Richardson residents, based on values set by the county appraisal districts as of Jan. 1, 2026. The City of Richardson contracts with both counties for the collection of...
Peanut Butter Drive Concludes, Final Tally Will be Available Next Week
Peanut butter donated at City facilities last month was collected this week and delivered to Network of Community Ministries. The donations were part of the North Texas Food Bank’s (NTFB) annual Peanut Butter Drive held every September. Thanks to...
Lane Closure on West Shore Drive North of Arapaho Road
The northbound lane of West Shore Drive between Arapaho Road and Melrose Drive may be closed to traffic and detoured to northbound Floyd Road and/or northbound Waterview Drive, to Melrose Drive, back to West Shore Drive, at all times as a new waterline is installed....
Light Installation Leads to Lane Closure on Greenville Avenue at Glenville Drive
The right lane of eastbound Greenville Avenue just east and west of Glenville Drive may be closed to traffic from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. so crews can remove and replace a damaged light pole. The work is expected to wrap up in late October, weather permitting.
Locations to Avoid When Planting Trees
October is a great time to plant trees and other ornamental landscaping, but homeowners should avoid planting trees in certain locations to prevent potential problems and ensure the health and safety of their properties. [graphic from October...
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Culture in The CORE Vendor Application Deadline is Tonight
The deadline to fill out a vendor application for the upcoming Culture in The...
Registration Open for Cottonwood Art Festival Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest
The sidewalk is your canvas at the annual Chalk the Walk Art Contest at Cottonwood...
Vendor Applications Now Open for Culture in The CORE
Applications opened Thursday for vendors at the upcoming Culture in...
Spots Still Available for Kids Markets at Huffhines Harvest Festival
In partnership with Huffhines Harvest Fest, Kids Markets is returning to...
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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.
City Recognized for Partnership in Belt + Main Development
Staff from Catalyst Urban Development were on hand at Monday’s City Council meeting to present the City with the Urban Land Institute’s (ULI) 2026 Innovation in Development Practice Award, which was received by Catalyst in April for the Belt + Main Development. The presentation recognized the City’s partnership in bringing the mixed-used development to life in The CORE District and its commitment to reinvest in and reinvigorate this historic area of Richardson.
“PM Pints” Next Thursday
Richardson IQ®HQ, 1302 E. Collins Blvd.Admission: Free; RSVP Thursday, June 185-7 p.m. June’s edition of...
The IQ® Brew is Back Next Thursday
Richardson IQHQ, 1302 E. Collins Blvd.Admission: Free, RSVP requested here Thursday, June 118:30-10 a.m. (networking 8:30 a.m.,...
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Keep Cardboard Clean, Dry and Flat
Richardson asks residents to keep cardboard clean and dry because wet cardboard is considered contamination in our recycling program and can be harder to sort and process. Recycle cardboard in three steps: Keep it Dry Wet cardboard should...
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.
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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....








