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Reserve Your Ticket for the Annual State of the City Address

Free tickets are now available for Richardson’s annual State of the City Address, scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 28 at the Eisemann Center, 2351 Performance Dr.

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Holiday Tree, Box Recycling Programs Now Open

Holiday Tree, Box Recycling Programs Now Open

Turn your Christmas tree into mulch and compost and keep large gift boxes out of the trash (and out of sight of would-be thieves) through the City’s Tree Cycling and Holiday Box Recycling programs. Both programs began Dec. 19 and continue through Jan. 30.  ...

Rec Centers Offering Discount on Memberships This Month 

Rec Centers Offering Discount on Memberships This Month 

Richardson recreation centers are ringing in 2026 with 25 percent off all annual recreation memberships purchased during the month of January. The discount brings the cost of an annual individual adult membership for Richardson residents down to $52.50/year and family...

Reserve Tickets for Annual State of the City Address 

Reservations for the annual State of the City Address are now available through the Eisemann Center’s ticket portal. Reserved seating is a new feature this year and will help with planning as attendance and seating needs for the event have continued to...

First of Two Scheduled Hearings Monday for Possible Bond Election

The City Council is holding two public hearings this month so residents can have an opportunity to speak about projects for a potential 2026 bond program election. The first will be held at the Jan. 5 City Council meeting which begins at 6 p.m.; the second will be...

Recycling Reminder

Due to the New Year’s Holiday, Thursday recycling service was postponed and is being picked up today, Friday, Jan. 2. Friday recycling service is also on a holiday schedule and will be picked up tomorrow, Saturday, Jan. 3.  ...

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Arts & Culture

City’s Annual Photo Contest Begins Next Friday Morning 

The City’s annual photo contest opens next Friday, Jan. 9, with entries accepted through Sunday, Jan. 25. Sponsored by the Parks and Recreation Department, the contest is open to both residents and nonresidents, and is divided into three competition groups (Student, Amateur Adult and Proficient Adult).

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Economic Development

Partenope Ristorante Expanding in The CORE

The City of Richardson announced this week the planned expansion of Partenope Ristorante, a popular Italian restaurant located at 110 S. Greenville Ave. in Downtown Richardson, part of The CORE District. The expansion will increase the restaurant’s footprint within its existing building to provide additional dining space and accommodate growing demand.   

Support Small Businesses with “Explore The CORE” Contest

The community is encouraged to support local businesses this holiday season with the “Explore The CORE” contest that began this week, celebrating “Small Business Saturday” in The CORE District.  

Partenope Ristorante Expanding in THE CORE District’s “Downtown” neighborhood

The City of Richardson is pleased to announce the planned expansion of Partenope Ristorante, a popular Italian restaurant located at 110 S. Greenville Ave. in Downtown Richardson, part of The CORE District. The expansion will increase the restaurant’s footprint within its existing building to provide additional dining space and accommodate growing demand. Improvements will include new seating areas and upgraded fixtures that enhance the overall customer experience.

“Explore The CORE” Contest Begins Monday for Small Business Saturday 

The community is encouraged to support local businesses this holiday season with the “Explore The CORE” contest, celebrating Small Business Saturday in The CORE District.  

PM Pints Next Thursday Evening 

This free, quarterly, evening event series is designed to foster networking while providing insights and advice from local small business owners and subject matter experts. Thursday’s event will feature a discussion with Dr. Walter Voit, president and CEO of IvyBee, Inc. and founder of Pedegree Studios, who will share how his work at UT Dallas helped shape a culture where bold ideas turn into thriving businesses.

City Announces Crescent Systems Expansion in The IQ®

The City’s Economic Development Department announced this week that Crescent Systems, Inc., a longtime member of the Richardson business community, will expand its operations within the Richardson Innovation Quarter (The IQ®). The project includes new office and manufacturing space, a major capital investment and the creation of additional high-wage jobs.

DART Silver Line Now in Service, Ride from Richardson to DFW Airport

With several ribbon cuttings and grand opening celebrations, the DART Silver Line opened last weekend and is now in service, with two new stations in Richardson (at CityLine/Bush and UT Dallas). The 26-mile rail line connects seven cities via 10 stations from Plano to DFW Airport, utilizing quiet, modern Stadler FLIRT trains that meet the EPA’s highest clean-air standards.   

Honeywell Richardson Achieves OSHA Safety Award; Honored with City Council Proclamation 

At Monday’s City Council meeting, Honeywell’s Richardson facility was honored for earning the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) Voluntary Protection Program Star designation — OSHA’s highest level of recognition for workplace safety and health.

UT Dallas, Startup Runway Collaborate on Startup Support 

City of Richardson partners Startup Runway and UT Dallas signed a Memorandum of Understanding this week at The IQ®HQ to collaborate on a new program that supports startups.

1Finity Americas, Inc. (Formerly Fujitsu Network Communications) Growing Operations at Richardson-Based North American Headquarters

1Finity Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Fujitsu Limited, is consolidating its Richardson and Dallas offices into a new North American headquarters at Galatyn Commons Office Park in Richardson.

PM Pints Next Thursday Evening 

PM Pints Next Thursday Evening 

This free, quarterly, evening event series is designed to foster networking while providing insights and advice from local small business owners and subject matter experts. Thursday’s event will feature a discussion with Dr. Walter Voit, president and CEO of IvyBee, Inc. and founder of Pedegree Studios, who will share how his work at UT Dallas helped shape a culture where bold ideas turn into thriving businesses.

City Announces Crescent Systems Expansion in The IQ®

City Announces Crescent Systems Expansion in The IQ®

The City’s Economic Development Department announced this week that Crescent Systems, Inc., a longtime member of the Richardson business community, will expand its operations within the Richardson Innovation Quarter (The IQ®). The project includes new office and manufacturing space, a major capital investment and the creation of additional high-wage jobs.

DART Silver Line Now in Service, Ride from Richardson to DFW Airport

DART Silver Line Now in Service, Ride from Richardson to DFW Airport

With several ribbon cuttings and grand opening celebrations, the DART Silver Line opened last weekend and is now in service, with two new stations in Richardson (at CityLine/Bush and UT Dallas). The 26-mile rail line connects seven cities via 10 stations from Plano to DFW Airport, utilizing quiet, modern Stadler FLIRT trains that meet the EPA’s highest clean-air standards.   

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“Cease the Grease” 2025 Round 2 Begins Today 

“Cease the Grease” 2025 Round 2 Begins Today 

Help our water system stay clog-free (and save yourself hundreds of dollars in plumbing bills) by avoiding pouring leftover holiday cooking oil and grease down the drain. Instead, bring it to the City’s temporary cooking oil/grease drop-off site today through Jan. 5 at the Municipal Service Center.    

Holiday Box Recycling, “Tree-cycling” Underway 

Holiday Box Recycling, “Tree-cycling” Underway 

Turn your Christmas tree into mulch and compost and keep large gift boxes out of the trash (and out of sight of would-be thieves) through the City’s Tree Cycling and Holiday Box Recycling programs. Both programs began today (Friday, Dec. 19) and continue through Jan. 30.   

Holiday Tree and Box Recycling Begins Next Friday

Holiday Tree and Box Recycling Begins Next Friday

Turn your Christmas tree into mulch and compost and keep large gift boxes out of the trash (and out of sight of would-be thieves) through the City’s Tree Cycling and Holiday Box Recycling programs. Both programs begin next Friday (Dec. 19) and continue through Jan. 30.  

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Richardson CARES 2025 Wraps Up For The Year

Richardson CARES 2025 Wraps Up For The Year

Over the last eight weeks, participants in the Richardson Citizens Academy and Resource Education Series, also known as CARES, were given an exclusive, hands-on look at how the City of Richardson operates. From Police and Fire to Health and Parks and Recreation, they...

Texas Pure Products Offers 25% Customer Appreciation Discount

Texas Pure Products Offers 25% Customer Appreciation Discount

This month, Texas Pure Products is saying “thank you” to Richardson residents with a 25% off deal during its Customer Appreciation Sale. We headed out to the Regional Composting Facility at the North Texas Municipal Water District landfill in Melissa to check out how...

Made in Richardson: Brazen Animation

Made in Richardson: Brazen Animation

Based in Richardson's Innovation Quarter, Brazen Animation has spent a little over a decade breathing life into characters and stories for some of the biggest names in entertainment. From Space Jam 2 and Fortnite, to the last seven years of Madden Football, Brazen...