Summer Reading Club Kickoff “Digger Day” – June 3

Visit the Josey Ranch Lake Library on Friday, June 3 from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. for the Summer Reading Club Kickoff and explore a variety of giant, hard-working City vehicles.

05/25/2011 7:00 AM

Summer Lunch Program June 13 – August 19

Meals will be served Monday – Friday. Lunch will be served from 12 - 1:30 p.m. at Crosby Recreation Center, while Rosemeade Recreation Center will serve an afternoon snack from 1-1:30 p.m. and dinner from 4-5:30 p.m.

05/25/2011 7:00 AM

Dallas Morning News Recognizes Indian Creek as Top 100 Golf Course

The Dallas Morning News rated 100 public access golf courses in Texas, categorized by the cost of a round of golf at the location.

05/25/2011 7:00 AM

SEVERE WEATHER POSSIBLE UNTIL 10PM TUES: Important Reminder To Take Cover If Emergency Warning Sirens Sound

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a tornado watch for our area and warns "THIS IS A PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION...DESTRUCTIVE TORNADOES...LARGE HAIL TO 3 INCHES IN DIAMETER...THUNDERSTORM WIND GUSTS TO 70 MPH...AND DANGEROUS LIGHTNING ARE POSSIBLE IN THESE AREAS.” If you hear a steady tone from the outdoor emergency warning sirens, that means trained observers or radar has sighted a tornado. TAKE COVER. Click on headline above for more about what to do when the emergency sirens sound.

05/24/2011 2:00 PM

Weekend Traffic Enforcement Begins

05/23/2011 9:15 AM

Youth Task Force Survey

Calling all Carrollton teens!

05/19/2011 5:00 PM

Cyber Security Prevention Tip

The Carrollton Police Department encourages you to secure your wireless network.

05/19/2011 1:30 PM

Election Results

Matthew Marchant elected Mayor; Terry Simons re-elected to Council. Run-off election for Places 2 & 4 will be June 18 with early voting June 6-14. Click here for election results and run-off details.

05/16/2011 7:00 AM

Mayoral & Council Election Saturday, May 14

On May 14, voters will elect a Mayor and Council Members for Places 2, 4 and 6. Candidate and additional voting information can be found at cityofcarrollton.com/elections Election results will be posted as they become available at cityofcarrollton.com/elections

05/11/2011 7:00 AM

May 12: Library Catalog Unavailable due to Server Upgrade

The Libray catalog server is being upgraded on Thursday, May 12. Check the Library home page in the afternoon to see if the Library catalog and other services are available.

05/11/2011

Equipment Rodeo May 18

Attend the City’s 5th annual Public Works Open House & Equipment Rodeo on Wednesday, May 18 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Standridge Stadium.

05/10/2011 9:00 AM

Summer Pool Hours Begin May 28

Celebrate summer in the pool. Pre-season swimming hours begin Saturday, May 28 at Carrollton’s Rosemeade Rainforest Aquatic Complex.

05/10/2011 8:15 AM

Memorial Day Closures, Solid Waste Holiday Service Schedule

City facilities will be closed for Memorial Day. There will be no solid waste delays due to holiday. Rosemeade Rainforest will be open.

05/10/2011 8:00 AM

Early Voting for May 14 Election Ends Today!

On May 14, voters will elect a Mayor and Council Members for Places 2, 4 and 6. Early Voting will be held May 2 - May 10. Candidate and additional voting information can be found at cityofcarrollton.com/elections.

05/09/2011 7:00 AM

Crime Alert – Park Terrace and Carrollton Downs Neighborhoods

On April, 27, 2011, Carrollton Police Officers responded to three separate home burglaries in the Park Terrace and Carrollton Downs neighborhoods. Help make your home a harder target by ensuring that all doors and windows are locked and all garage doors are kept closed.

04/28/2011 11:00 AM

Historical Marker Dedication Recognizing the Blanton Grain Elevator – May 21

Celebrate the recognition and dedication of a historical marker for the Blanton Grain Elevator (1003 Fourth Avenue) on Saturday May 21 at 10 a.m.

04/26/2011 7:15 AM

City Seeks Public Input on Federal Grant Funding

On October 1, 2011, the City of Carrollton will receive approximately $740,720 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The Neighborhood Advisory Commission (NAC) cordially invites your comments, concerns and/or ideas on the potential use of these funds.

04/26/2011

Water Conservation and Drinking Water Week May 1-7

May kicks off Stage 1 of Carrollton’s Water Conservation Plan, and coincides with National Drinking Water Week, May 1 to 7, 2011.

04/25/2011 7:00 AM

Junior Police Academy Applications Due May 13

Applications for the Junior Police Academy are due from Carrollton 7th and 8th grade students no later than May 13.

04/14/2011 8:00 AM

Crime Bulletin: Keep Garage Doors Closed & Back Doors Locked

Police recently responded to calls regarding intruders entering residences through opened garage and unlocked back doors. Remember to keep doors and windows shut.

04/14/2011 7:00 AM