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“12 Angry Jurors” Opens Tonight at The Core Theatre

Adapted from the original Emmy Award-winning television movie of the same name, this American courtroom drama explores the deliberations of a jury in a homicide trial, as they decide the fate of a teenager accused of murdering his abusive father.

Revamped Smartscape™ Website Teaches Environmentally Friendly Landscaping

The North Central Texas Council of Governments’ Texas SmartScape™ program, which helps to promote water conservation and water pollution prevention through the use of native plants in landscaping, recently unveiled its revamped website.

Mosquito Spraying Continues; Remember the “4 Ds” of Protection

With 11 cases of Human West Nile Disease reported in Dallas County since late July (as of Aug. 22) and one death, it’s no surprise that most cities within Dallas County, including Richardson, have had mosquitoes testing positive for West Nile Virus (WNV).

Pet of the Week

Fanny is a lovable 4-year-old Staffordshire mix dog with a heart as big as her adorable face.

Richardson City Manager Names New Director of Economic Development

City Manager Don Magner has announced the appointment of Chris Shacklett as Richardson’s Director of Economic Development. Shacklett has served as the Interim Director of Economic Development since February 2024.

DART to test Silver Line trains on alignment between Plano and Richardson, Aug. 25-28

Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) will begin a second run of vehicle testing on the Silver Line Regional Rail alignment beginning Sunday, Aug. 25.

City of Richardson and The University of Texas at Dallas Part of New Consortium Bringing 5G Testing and Evaluation Facility to The IQ®HQ

Under the leadership provided by AT&T and Verizon, a new research and development lab has been established at The IQ®HQ facility as part of a nationwide collaboration to pursue research, testing, evaluation and development of the next generation of 5G Radio Access Network (RAN) products and services.

Solid Waste Survey Now Open

The City is seeking feedback on solid waste collection through a brief community survey that opened this week.

“Envision Richardson” Community Summit 3 Results Presented

City staff presented an update at Monday’s joint meeting of the City Council and City Plan Commission regarding the progress of the Comprehensive Plan Update, a.k.a. “Envision Richardson,” a document that will guide future development within the City.

Development Services Director Sam Chavez Announces Retirement

Development Services Department Director Sam Chavez has announced he will retire from the City of Richardson, effective Aug. 30.