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Families still recovering, a year after tornado
Many families in Richardson are working to get back on their feet and into their homes after a tornado damaged or destroyed structures in its path one year ago this month.
10/01/2020 4:45 PM
Mosquito Control Heats Up As Temperatures Cool Down
The threat of West Nile virus has not gone away, despite cooler temperatures.
10/01/2020 12:28 PM
New Environmental Resources Newsletter Published
Each month the City of Richardson publishes an Environmental Resources Newsletter designed to keep Richardson residents informed of environmental-oriented events, news and activities.
10/01/2020 9:00 AM
Mosquito Spraying Planned Tuesday and Wednesday
The Richardson Health Department plans to ground spray one area Tuesday night and Wednesday night, weather permitting.
09/29/2020 3:30 PM
World Environmental Health Day
When it comes to emergency and disaster planning and response, staff members with Richardson’s Health Department are on the frontlines educating the community and investigating outbreaks of communicable diseases such as salmonella, influenza and COVID-19.
09/25/2020 4:29 PM
Week In Review, Sept. 25, 2020
RPD, MRMC collaborate in Crisis Intervention Team, voter registration deadline is Oct. 5 and DART to offer free rides to vote are part of the latest edition of Week In Review.
09/25/2020 4:00 PM
Senior Drive-Thru Health and Safety Fair
One by one, cars lined up in the parking lot of Heights Recreation Center for a first of a kind event in Richardson. The Senior Drive-thru Health and Safety Fair was an opportunity for seniors to speak to area providers while following CDC guidelines.
09/24/2020 5:00 PM
Mosquito Spraying Planned Tuesday and Wednesday
The Richardson Health Department plans to ground spray one area Tuesday night and Wednesday night, weather permitting.
09/22/2020 2:45 PM
Fallen Richardson Police Officer Honored
A portion of US 75 was renamed to honor fallen Richardson Police Officer David Sherrard who was killed in the line of duty in February 2018.
09/18/2020 3:42 PM
Week In Review, Sept. 18, 2020
Sherrard Memorial Highway signs unveiled, arts grants awarded and DART delivers rails for Silver Line are part of the latest edition of Week In Review.
09/18/2020 3:30 PM
Update from Gov. Abbott
Governor Abbott expands capacity for certain services in Texas, announces guidance for nursing home, long-term care visitations.
09/18/2020 8:15 AM
National Responsible Dog Ownership Day
National Responsible Dog Ownership Day is coming up this weekend, a perfect time to educate first-time owners about the responsibilities of dog ownership and help current owners enhance their relationships with their pets.
09/17/2020 3:29 PM
How to be Prepared in case of a House Fire
When there is a fire at home every second counts, which is why it is important families install smoke alarms on every level of the house, inside bedrooms and outside sleeping areas. It’s also good to create a fire escape plan.
09/17/2020 9:09 AM
Steel Rails for DART Silver Line Project Arrive
Another set of steel rails for the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) Silver Line project was delivered today by special train from Columbia City, IN.
09/15/2020 4:59 PM
Mosquito Spraying Planned Tuesday and Wednesday
The Richardson Health Department plans to ground spray one area Tuesday night and Wednesday night.
09/15/2020 2:41 PM
Week In Review, Sept. 11, 2020
City assists hurricane evacuees, North Texas Giving Day is Sept. 17 and RPD food drive is Sept. 19 are part of the latest edition of Week In Review.
09/11/2020 4:00 PM
9-Year-Old Donates to RPD's K-9 Unit
The Richardson Police Department recently received a surprise donation for its K-9 Unit from Adriana Quiros, 9, a dog lover who’s been giving back to the community since she was a toddler.
09/11/2020 3:56 PM
UTD Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month Virtually
Hispanic Heritage Month is Sept. 15 – Oct. 15 and the University of Texas at Dallas (UTD) is preparing to launch several virtual events for both its campus community and residents of Richardson.
09/11/2020 11:43 AM
Spraying to Take Place After WNV Positive Test
The Richardson Health Department plans to ground spray one area Wednesday night and Thursday night, weather permitting.
09/09/2020 3:56 PM
Building an Emergency Kit
Having an emergency kit is one of the most important parts of being prepared for natural disasters and other emergencies such as a fire, a pandemic or a chemical threat. Richardson’s Office of Emergency Management (OEM) highlights these tools year-round, but especially in September during National
09/09/2020 3:34 PM