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Invasive Beetles Threaten Ash Trees

Texas A&M Forest Service staff and other Texas tree experts have been “sounding the alarm” about the emerald ash borer, a non-native beetle that has been decimating ash trees across the U.S. since 2002 (found in Texas in 2016) and has now been found in Dallas County.

Be Summer Storm Aware 24/7

Though rainstorms have been scarce lately, when they happen, they often develop very quickly. Weather alerts can prevent being caught unaware and give you a chance to take cover, even if you are in the middle of a lake and can’t hear outdoor warning sirens.

Richardson Animal Shelter | Pet of the Week

Meet Handsome, a big boy with a big heart. This sweet 1-year-old black-mouth cur mix radiates...

Grammy Award-winning Artist 123 Andres Perform at Richardson Public Library

Today, Grammy Award-winning artist 123 Andres performed at the Richardson Public Library. Through their music the duo helped get children and families up and moving, while learning.

Closure of Heights Family Aquatic Center to Continue

City Aquatics staff this week announced that the Heights Family Aquatics Center will remain closed due to lifeguard shortages.

Assistant City Manager Accepts Position with University Park

Shanna Sims-Bradish, Assistant City Manager of Administrative and Leisure Services, is ending a nearly decade-long career with the City effective June 30, as she has accepted a position as Assistant City Manager with the City of University Park.

Richardson, Wylie Partner for NTMWD Hazmat Drill

The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) Water Treatment Plant in Wylie was the scene of a drill earlier this week involving the Richardson, Lucas and Wylie Fire Departments, NTMWD personnel and Wylie Police.

Slagel Reappointed to DART Board

The Richardson City Council has reappointed former Richardson Mayor Gary Slagel to represent Richardson on the Board of Directors for Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART).

Buses to Replace DART Light Rail between Two Stations June 23-26

Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) will operate shuttle buses instead of light rail trains between Walnut Hill Station and SMU/Mockingbird Station beginning Thursday, June 23 through the end of service Sunday, June 26, due to concrete repair and rail replacement projects.