Rockwall, TX (October 14, 2025) — Rockwall-based small business Quint-Pro Siding & Windows is proud to continue its annual “We Side with Veterans” program, an initiative dedicated to supporting veterans by providing home improvement services at no cost. This year, the company will install new LP® SmartSide® siding on the home of Juan Carlos Villasana, […]
Garland, TX (August 15, 2025) – Garland ISD is on its way to becoming an A-rated district, achieving record gains and now ranking among the top-rated districts in Dallas County after a landmark year in the 2025 Texas Education Agency (TEA) Accountability Ratings. The district secured more A-rated campuses and top distinctions than ever before. More than […]
GARLAND, Texas (August 13, 2025) – The Garland ISD Board of Trustees voted unanimously to place Proposition A, also known as the Voter Approved Tax Rate Election (VATRE), on the Nov. 4, 2025, election ballot. If approved by voters, Proposition A could generate approximately $56 million for the district’s Maintenance & Operations (M&O) budget, which […]
Garland, TX (July 24, 2025) – Garland Independent School District announced its policy for serving meals to children served under the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program for the 2025-2026 school year. Fifty-four sites qualify to operate the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) for the 2025-2026 school year. CEP allows for all students enrolled […]
GARLAND, Texas (June 12, 2025) – Garland ISD is proud to announce the renaming of the GISD Natatorium in honor of longtime Board Trustee Larry H. Glick, a dedicated advocate for public education who has served the district since 2007. The renaming ceremony will take place on Friday, June 13, 2025, at 9 a.m. at the Natatorium, […]
Garland, TX (March 11, 2025) – Hella Shrine in Garland is hosting the Texas Men’s State Chili Championship the weekend of March 22-23 and judges are needed! With over 100 chili chefs expected on Saturday and 60 chefs on Sunday, there will be plenty of chili entries to sample. The weekend includes live music, vendors, […]
GARLAND, Texas (December 17, 2024) – Included in Atmos Energy’s vision to be the safest provider of natural gas services is to also be recognized for exceptional customer service. The company’s focus on customer service and process improvement was further demonstrated earlier this month when, for the third consecutive year, the J.D. Power 2024 Gas […]
Garland, TX (November 22, 2024) – In a significant step toward strengthening safety in Garland ISD schools, the district proudly announces the launch of the GISD Security Training Center. Housed in a former elementary school, this facility is designed to better prepare law enforcement and emergency responders for real-world school safety challenges. The center provides […]
Projections indicate that Garland ISD will receive a B rating, with the number of A-rated high schools expected to triple, as three high school campuses are on track to earn A ratings. Garland, TX (August 15, 2024) – Garland Independent School District is dedicated to providing an unparalleled education experience for every student. In the […]
Rockwall, TX (April 8, 2024) – Weather permitting, a partial opening of the westbound I-30 frontage road bridge will begin the evening of Wednesday, April 10. Once the bridge opens, there will be a traffic shift on Dalrock Road at the I-30 intersection through summer 2024: • Southbound Dalrock Rd. traffic will continue to westbound […]