Excellence Made Here

It’s often said that Garland is the best kept secret in north Texas and that the City should do more to tell this community’s story. That’s why this web page will shine a spotlight on what Garland does best - the innovations and the accolades that demonstrate that Garland is a place of excellence!

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    Garland Police Detective Inducted into National Law Enforcement Officer Hall of Fame

    Posted on April 13, 2023

    Garland Police Detective Tony Godwin was inducted into the National Law Enforcement Officer Hall of Fame in Toledo, Ohio, on March 30. Read on...
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    Mayor Honors Garland Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association

    Posted on March 8, 2023

    The Garland Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association was presented with a proclamation by Mayor Scott LeMay recognizing its 30 years of service at the Garland City Council’s March 7 meeting. Read on...
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    Garland’s Band Together on the Square Program Earns Statewide Award

    Posted on March 3, 2023

    Garland’s Band Together on the Square Concert Series earned the 2023 Arts & Humanities Programming Achievement Award from the Texas Recreation and Park Society. Read on...
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    Garland Earns State Parks Awards

    Posted on November 11, 2022

    The Garland Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Department won three awards at the Texas Recreation and Park Society North Region Conference Nov. 3 in Irving. Read on...
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    Garland Earns State Video Awards

    Posted on November 11, 2022

    The City of Garland earned 15 awards during the annual Texas Association of Telecommunications Officers & Advisors conference in early November in McAllen. Read on...
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