County approves $13,841.57 child-safety fee payment for Richardson
A Sept. 17 check for Richardson’s third-quarter fees appears in the county’s Sept. 28 approved payment list.
Renata FerrisOctober 6, 20261 min read
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More time to nominate spruced-up homes and businesses for revitalization awards
Richardson has pushed the nomination deadline for its 2026 Community Revitalization Awards to Sunday, Oct. 25, giving residents three more weeks to point out properties with major exterior upgrades.
Opal KellerOctober 5, 20262 min read
UT Dallas rat study examines how scarce nesting materials affect caregiving-related brain activity
A new animal study found that neural activity varied with mother rats’ behavior and whether their pups were nearby.
Opal KellerOctober 5, 20261 min read
Richardson Symphony brings free concert to UT Dallas Oct. 11
The outdoor Richardson Symphony program starts at 6:30 p.m.; the university lists an indoor rain location and guest parking.
Richardson NewsroomOctober 5, 20261 min read
Golf Ranch seeks more covered bays, a new lot and a Renner Road turn lane at its UTD-area range
The driving range at Renner Road and Waterview Parkway goes before the City Plan Commission on Thursday with plans for 28 new covered bays, 109 paved parking spaces, a food building and a westbound turn lane.
Renata FerrisOctober 5, 20262 min read
Custer Parkway's southbound side near Canyon Creek set to reopen this month as Lookout Drive lights stay dark
Richardson says new southbound pavement between Lookout Road and Canyon Creek Drive should carry traffic in October, while Oncor still has no timeline for restoring streetlights along Lookout Drive.
Renata FerrisOctober 5, 20262 min read
Richardson Gas Prices Nudge Lower to $3.9340 as Monthly Costs Rise — October 5, 2026
Regular unleaded averages $3.9340 in the Dallas area, down from yesterday, up from last week and above the Texas average.
Renata FerrisOctober 5, 20261 min read
Former council member Dan Barrios and Jace Yarbrough to meet at Oct. 14 congressional forum
The Richardson and North Dallas chambers will host the U.S. House District 32 nominees, Democrat Dan Barrios and Republican Jace Yarbrough, at a free lunch forum Wednesday, Oct. 14. Registration is required.
Reese PenningtonOctober 4, 20262 min read
38 Richardson ISD seniors receive National Merit Commended recognition
Students at all four district high schools received the recognition. Commended status is separate from National Merit semifinalist status.
Renata FerrisOctober 4, 20261 min read
Huffhines Harvest Fest marks 50 years Oct. 17-18, with Pawtoberfest and puppy yoga on Saturday
Richardson's free two-day fall festival returns to Huffhines Park on Oct. 17-18, its 50th year, with dog activities Saturday, a youth market Sunday and paid sign-ups for some events.
Renata FerrisOctober 4, 20262 min read
National Night Out block parties Tuesday double as a canned-food drive for Network of Community Ministries
Neighborhoods gather 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, as police officers and city officials visit registered parties; residents are asked to bring canned food.
Renata FerrisOctober 4, 20261 min read
Richardson Gas Prices Nudge Lower to $3.9462 as Monthly Costs Rise — October 4, 2026
Regular unleaded averages $3.9462 in the Dallas area, down from yesterday, up from last week and above the Texas average.
Renata FerrisOctober 4, 20261 min read
Police academy alumni set Oct. 17 shredding and electronics drop-off to fund officer support
The Richardson Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association will shred documents and take old electronics Saturday, Oct. 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Heights Church.
Renata FerrisOctober 3, 20261 min read
Richardson extends property-improvement award nominations to Oct. 25
The Community Revitalization Awards deadline moves back three weeks, giving residents more time to nominate residential and commercial projects.
Richardson NewsroomOctober 3, 20261 min read
New water and sewer rates are in effect; November bills will show the change
Richardson's new water and wastewater rates took effect Oct. 1, raising the typical home's monthly base charges from $8 to $9.60 and changing how sewer use is calculated.
Renata FerrisOctober 3, 20262 min read
John Cornyn and Ted Cruz: How Your Senators Voted This Week
Richardson, Texas delegation cast 12 recorded votes this period.
Reese PenningtonOctober 3, 20262 min read
Richardson Gas Prices Ease to $3.9611 as Monthly Costs Rise — October 3, 2026
Regular unleaded averages $3.9611 in the Dallas area, down from yesterday, up from last week and above the Texas average.
Renata FerrisOctober 3, 20261 min read
City council awards $375,000 in hotel-tax arts grants to 22 nonprofits
Theater companies, choirs, bands, orchestras and dance groups split $375,000 from Richardson's Hotel/Motel Tax Fund for operating costs and regular programming in the 2026-27 fiscal year.
Reese PenningtonOctober 3, 20261 min read
Button, Herbert lay out competing pitches in House District 112 race
Republican incumbent Angie Chen Button, in office since 2009, faces Democrat Zach Herbert, a trial lawyer and Marine veteran, for the northeast Dallas County seat that covers about a third of Richardson.
Renata FerrisOctober 3, 20262 min read
Soggy grounds push Cottonwood Art Festival's Saturday opening to noon
After about three inches of rain Thursday slowed setup at Cottonwood Park, the city will open the fall art festival two hours late on Saturday; Sunday hours are unchanged.
Opal KellerOctober 2, 20261 min read
Daniel Burdette appointed to fill Richardson council's Place 3 seat
The council unanimously appointed Burdette on Sept. 28 to serve out Dan Barrios' term through May 2027.
Reese PenningtonOctober 2, 20261 min read