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Say No to Junk Mail

Though Richardson’s recycling program accepts paper of all kinds, residents might want to consider.

Fireflies Light Up Parks, Green Spaces in Fall Appearance

Texas is one of the lucky states in the U.S. when it comes to lightning bugs (a.k.a. fireflies), as the flashing insects appear in the evening in both spring and fall here due to our climate (they thrive in warm and humid conditions).

Animal Shelter Pet of the Week

This colorful kitty is Esmay. She is a 5-year-old domestic short hair who is spayed and up to date on all of her shots.

Early Voting in Texas Begins Oct. 13

Early voting for the Nov. 3 General and Joint Election will be held Oct. 13-30.

Updates Recommended for City Code of Ethics Ordinance

In line with the City Council’s 2019-21 Tactic “to conduct a biannual review of the City’s Code of Ethics,” City staff presented an overview of the current Code (last updated in 2018) at Monday’s City Council work session, with recommendations for refinements and additions.

City Council Considers Social Media Policy for Elected and Appointed Officials

City staff presented elements of a proposed “social media policy for elected and appointed officials” at Monday’s City Council work session, which, if passed in November, will be the first of its kind for the City.

City Celebrates NNO

Residents “took to their yards” instead of the streets for this year’s 31st National Night Out (NNO) in Richardson, which was altered due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Census Extended through Oct. 31

Though there are now three more weeks in which a person can fill out the Census (a court ruling extended the deadline to Oct. 31), please do so today if you haven’t yet filled it out.

Portion of SCNA Trails Closed Temporarily Next Week

A segment of the Spring Creek Nature Area trail system is scheduled to be temporarily closed the week of Oct. 12-16 due to construction.