Richardson Today

New furniture for the Richardson Public Library has arrived as renovation work on the Arapaho Road facility continues.

Crews are currently assembling book shelving on the top floor of the library.

Renovations throughout the building continue including ongoing work on mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, ceilings, finishes and permanent fixtures. Crews are also working on the library’s interior stairways as spaces begin to take shape.

The renovations are part of the voter-approved 2021 Bond Program; completion is expected, with a grand re-opening in early fall.

Visit www.cor.net/LibraryRenovations for more information on the library’s renovations.

Visit https://tr.ee/40GUFOHsQX to see live video of the renovation work at the library.

Starting today, Arts organizations serving the Richardson community are invited to apply for the City’s Arts Initiative Grants.

Deadline to submit applications is Thursday, July 30, by 5 p.m.

Arts Initiative grants are for special opportunities that are not included in an organization’s normal budget process or regular programming. They are awarded in addition to the yearly cultural arts grants that are recommended by the Cultural Arts Commission.

Visit www.cor.net/artsfundinggrants for more information on the grants including eligibility.

It’s Pride Month, an opportunity to recognize and support the right of all individuals to experience equality, dignity, and freedom from discrimination.

Observed around the world, Pride Month is one of several cultural awareness events highlighted which promotes inclusion, respect, and understanding across all communities.

The latest edition of Week in Review has been published. This week’s WIR includes information on the summer swim season, Silver Line Bridge Arch work and Library renovations. Read all about this week's news in Week in Review.

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Overnight road closures are coming to US 75 next week beginning Thursday to allow construction crews to install new bridge enhancements for DART’s recently constructed Silver Line commuter rail route.

Anyone traveling near the area just south of the President George Bush Turnpike may have noticed the large bridge components now staged nearby. These pieces are scheduled to be installed beginning Thursday as part of a two-phase operation. The first phase is scheduled to take place Thursday through Sunday next week, with the second phase currently planned for July.

Construction activities will require overnight closures of all US 75 main lanes in both directions, with detours impacting surrounding roadways. Rolling closures are also planned along Renner Road as crews install the south-side arch section of the Silver Line bridge crossing over US 75.

More information about the construction work, detour impacts, and overnight closure schedule is available at:
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Celebrate the beginning of the Richardson Public Library's adult summer reading club, enjoy an outdoor concert, learn how everyday activities can impact local waterways, these are just some of the things included in the latest edition of Things to Do.

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This Memorial Day, the City of Richardson honors our heroes.

Today, we remember and honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice and courage will never be forgotten.