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Shelter finds support in foster volunteer program

Animal Shelter volunteers care for newborn, sick and/or injured animals in their own homes until the animals are “adoptable” and ready to live at the Shelter.

Shelter website aids owners in finding lost pets

People looking to adopt pets often go to the Richardson Animal Shelter website to see if their perfect match is waiting to be adopted. However, the site is also home to a registry of lost animals, serving to connect owners with animals that have wandered off.

Volunteer Opportunities at Richardson Animal Shelter

Volunteers are some of the most important workers at the Richardson Animal Shelter. They help staff get the facility nice and clean for visitors and it’s the furry residents.

Corporate Challenge Kicks Off Aug. 9

The 22nd annual Richardson Corporate Challenge kicks off Friday, Aug. 9 at Galatyn Plaza at 5:30 p.m.

Animal Shelter Pet of the Week

Turtle is one of our longtime residents who has been waiting over six months for the right family to come along.

Air North Texas Provides Ozone Action Day Tips, Air Quality Alerts

As temperatures rise this month, Air North Texas (a campaign/partnership of the North Central Texas Council of Governments) is asking individuals and businesses to be proactive and think about strategies to implement during Ozone Action Days.

Order Date Extended to Sept. 20 for “UPlantIt” Boxed Gardens

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension’s Water University division is making it easy for gardeners (and non-gardeners) to design and plant a colorful perennial garden with the UPlantIt boxed garden.

“Reading the World” Book Club Announces September Selection

UT Dallas’ Center for Translation Studies, in partnership with the UT Dallas McDermott Library and the UTD Bookstore, has announced the book for the next “Reading the World Book Club” discussion Sept. 24.

Richardson Community Band Outdoor Concert “Goes to the Movies” Aug. 4

The Richardson Community Band’s Summer Concert Series continues Sunday with “The Silver Screen,” an exploration of the impact of music in the movies, particularly music that represents the good guys and bad guys.

Tales for Tails Aug. 4th

Children in grades K-4 are invited to improve their reading skills and meet lots of friendly canine companions at Tales for Tails, Sunday, Aug. 4 from 3-4 p.m. in the First Floor Program Room.