Richardson
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.
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 Ferris · October 4, 2026
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 Ferris · October 4, 2026
Local Business
Cisco updates warning on critical SD-WAN Manager flaw
The company says fixed software is the remedy; its Live Protect shield offers temporary, partial protection.
Opal Keller / October 4, 2026 / 1 min read
Local Business
Cisco’s WebexOne offers free virtual keynotes as Austin tickets sell out
Online access begins Oct. 7, with live and on-demand keynotes included in the free Virtual Pass.
Opal Keller / October 4, 2026 / 1 min read
Local Business
UT Dallas sustainability master’s program combines planning, policy and mapping
The 30-credit degree covers sustainability, urban planning and environmental economics. The regular spring admission deadline was Oct. 1.
Opal Keller / October 4, 2026 / 1 min read
Richardson
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 Ferris / October 4, 2026 / 1 min read
Richardson
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 Ferris / October 4, 2026 / 1 min read
Richardson
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 Ferris / October 3, 2026 / 1 min read
Richardson
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 Newsroom / October 3, 2026 / 1 min read
Richardson
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 Ferris / October 3, 2026 / 2 min read
Richardson
John Cornyn and Ted Cruz: How Your Senators Voted This Week
Richardson, Texas delegation cast 12 recorded votes this period.
Reese Pennington / October 3, 2026 / 2 min read
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Bachmeier Powers Perfect BYU Past TCU 17-10 in Fort Worth
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