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Huffhines Harvest Fest, Pawtoberfest is this Weekend   

Huffhines Harvest Fest returns this weekend, Oct. 17-18, celebrating 50 years of fall fun in Richardson. This free, family-friendly festival offers something for everyone, including shopping, live entertainment, festival treats, pumpkin decorating, kids’ crafts, face...

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Shred Paper, Recycle Electronics at RCPAAA Event Tomorrow 

Shred Paper, Recycle Electronics at RCPAAA Event Tomorrow 

The Richardson Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association’s (RCPAAA) fall electronics recycling and document shredding event is taking place at the Heights Church, 201 W. Renner Rd., on Saturday, Oct. 17 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.   Over the last 10 events, the...

Lighting Ceremony Celebrates DART Silver Line Bridge Arches 

Lighting Ceremony Celebrates DART Silver Line Bridge Arches 

The accent lighting on the arches on the Silver Line bridge over US 75 is officially on. A “lighting ceremony” was held last night featuring members of the Richardson City Council and DART. The white and blue lighting provide color to the arches, which were installed...

Early Voting Begins Oct. 19  

Early voting in Texas for the Nov. 3 General Election takes place Monday, Oct. 19-Friday, Oct. 30, with Texas voters able to vote at any early voting location within their county of residence. Note that Richardson City Hall is not an early voting location; go to...

Road Closure Due to Polk Street Improvement Project

Pavement work is set to begin soon on Polk Street as part of the Polk Street Improvement Project. Contractors are nearing completion of the underground infrastructure improvements, including sanitary sewer and water main. Beginning the week of Oct. 19, Polk Street will be fully closed to traffic from the alley east of Texas Street to Greenville Avenue for approximately eight weeks so pavement work can take place, weather permitting.

Arapaho Road Lane Closure East of US 75 

The right lane of eastbound Arapaho Road between Grove Road and Bowser Road may be closed to traffic from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. for fiber optic work. The project is expected to be wrapped up in mid-January, weather permitting.  

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Arts & Culture

COTTONWOOD ART FESTIVAL SATURDAY OPENING DELAYED UNTIL 12 P.M. DUE TO WEATHER IMPACTS

Heavy rainfall has delayed festival setup and artist load-in; Sunday expected to operate on normal schedule. (Richardson, Texas) – The City of Richardson is delaying Saturday’s opening of the Fall 2026 Cottonwood Art Festival until 12 p.m. due to weather-related...

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Economic Development

Lighting Ceremony Celebrates DART Silver Line Bridge Arches 

The accent lighting on the arches on the Silver Line bridge over US 75 is officially on. A “lighting ceremony” was held last night featuring members of the Richardson City Council and DART. The white and blue lighting provide color to the arches, which were installed...

Richardson Hosts Third Annual Industry Day 

Students from Richardson ISD and Plano ISD got a firsthand look at local career opportunities this week as part of the City of Richardson’s third annual Industry Day, which expanded this year into a weeklong program.  Industry Week gave students the opportunity...

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.  

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 PM Pints is entitled, “State Legislation: Its Impact on Education, Tech, and Growth” and features Amanda...

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., presentation at 9 a.m.)  Enjoy a cup of coffee while learning from guest speaker Jane Wigginton, MD, Chief Medical Officer at...

Arapaho Center Station Development on Hold

City leadership announced this week that Richardson’s redevelopment efforts at the Arapaho Center Station property are being placed on hold due to current market conditions and ongoing economic uncertainty. While the City remains committed to the...
Semiconductor Innovation Fund Grant Supports TI Expansion in Richardson 

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

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 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  

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. 

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environment

Locations to Avoid When Planting Trees

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...

“Four D’s” Still Important as Calendar Turns to Fall

“Four D’s” Still Important as Calendar Turns to Fall

The calendar has turned to fall. In fall, cooler temperatures typically bring more outdoor activities and with that comes a risk of more incidents of West Nile virus (WNV) infections—in fact, fall is considered the most active season for WNV infections. The City...

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City prepares for Winter Weather

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

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....