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FTC Warns of COVID-19 Scams

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is warning people of scammers who are trying to take advantage of fears surrounding the coronavirus.

Mayor’s Internship Program Moves Forward

The Richardson Independent School District and Mayor Paul Voelker announced this week that the Richardson Mayor’s Summer Internship Program will continue with plans to take place this summer, with flexible start dates and an extended deadline for businesses to sign up.

Sherrill Park Golf Course Temporarily Closing

Suspension of play due to Executive Order No. GA-14 signed by Governor Greg Abbott relating to statewide continuity of essential services and activities during COVID-19 operations.

Fire Department Receives Donation of Masks

This week the Richardson Fire Department received a donation of 2,500 masks from DFW Care.

Lane Closures Expected on Main Street, Dorothy Drive

The right lane of eastbound Main Street between Walton Street and Dorothy Drive may be closed to traffic at all times through mid-April due to sidewalk improvements.

Due Dates Extended to June

The Library announced this week that all due dates for checked-out materials have been extended to June.

Shade Gardening, Lawn Care Virtual Classes Offered this Week

Water University, a division of Texas A&M’s AgriLife Extension Service, is hosting the following free classes online during the week of April 12.

Animal Shelter Pet of the Week

Need a snuggle bug in your life? Need a cat to spoil? Cosmo would be a perfect choice.

local artists perform for the ‘Quarantined Cabaret’

Many theaters across the country have temporarily closed due to impacts related to COVID-19 leaving many local artists without a stage to perform, but a recently created Facebook group called Quarantined Cabaret is helping actors, singers and dancers in Richardson perform again.

keep sanitation workers safe

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued new guidelines to help slow the spread of COVID-19 and keep sanitation workers safe.