Richardson Today

1 week ago | richardsontoday.com | Carlos Correa

A major effort is now underway in the City of Richardson as the material used for water service lines at thousands of homes are being identified – specifically those homes built before 1966 when materials like lead and galvanized steel were still commonly used and largely unregulated. Compass Metering Service is a third-party contractor hired by the city to do the identifying. Crews will be targeting about 11,000 properties where records don’t show what kind of pipes were installed.

2 weeks ago | richardsontoday.com | Carlos Correa

They may not always be in the spotlight, but the men and women of Richardson’s Public Services Department are truly the unsung heroes of our city. This week is #PublicWorksWeek and we wanted to recognize their dedication, from maintaining roads and vital infrastructure to ensuring clean water and essential services, their hard work keeps Richardson running smoothly every single day.

2 weeks ago | richardsontoday.com | Carlos Correa

The Annual Wildflower! Arts and Music Festival wrapped up another year, despite a few weather hiccups. The award-winning event features eclectic art and live music performed on multiple stages, attracting thousands of attendees from across the region, making it one of Richardson’s signature destinations that creates a unique experience for the community.

Feb 20, 2025 | richardsontoday.com | Carlos Correa

Grammy-nominated Sammy Miller and the Congregation are bringing their high-energy, feel-good sound to Richardson. This weekend, the group is performing at the Eisemann Center where jazz will be taking center stage, but before they perform, Sammy Miller and the Congregation are spending the week visiting students at schools in Richardson and Plano. It’s part of Eisemann Educates, an education and outreach component of Eisemann Center Presents.

Jan 25, 2025 | richardsontoday.com | Carlos Correa

The public is invited to join the Mayor and City Council for the annual State of the City Address, Wednesday, Jan. 29, beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Eisemann Center’s Bank of America Theatre. The Address will focus on the past year’s highlights for the City of Richardson and take a look at the City’s goals and priorities for 2025. A reception will follow in the Leftwich Grand Foyer. Admission and parking for the event are free. The Address will be available to watch online live and on-demand later.