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Beat the Drought, Go the Texas Smartscape® Route!
Texas SmartScape® is an award winning gardening program educating homeowners about the ecological and economic benefits of using landscaping plants, trees, shrubs and grasses native to this region and our local climate.
02/09/2012 8:00 AM
Carrollton’s Newest Water Conservation Garden
Construction on the City's newest Water Conservation Garden that will use water-conserving plants, the most recent irrigation efficient technology, LED lighting, improved soil quality and mulch, will be completed in March.
02/09/2012 7:00 AM
African American Read-In – Feb. 19
Bring the whole family! The Carrollton Public Library at Josey Ranch Lake will host their annual African American Read-In at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 19 in honor of Black History Month.
01/23/2012 7:30 AM
Free Tax Assistance at the Library and Senior Center
Volunteers with the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) provide free tax return assistance at the Library and Senior Center.
01/13/2012 10:00 AM
Property Taxes Deadline – Jan. 31
Property taxes for the City of Carrollton are due and considered delinquent if not paid on or before January 31. Property taxes are collected by the county.
01/13/2012 8:00 AM
New! 2012 Trail Map Now Available
The City’s newly released 2012 Trail Map is a convenient way to plan your route.
01/13/2012 7:00 AM
Sprinklers Cause Unsafe Frozen Streets; May Result in Fines
Businesses and residents need to pay more attention to their irrigation systems during these chilly winter days when temperatures drop below freezing.
01/13/2012 7:00 AM
2013 Recycling Calendar Available Online
Make sure you know when to sit your trash and recycling carts out this coming year. View a printable copy of Carrollton’s 2013 residential trash and recycling calendar and map.
01/11/2012 8:15 AM
15th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Parade – Jan. 14
Come celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day by watching a parade through Carrollton on Saturday, January 14 at 10am.
01/10/2012 7:30 AM
Carrollton Senior Center is Collecting “Sweats for Homeless Vets” Through February
The Carrollton Senior Center is collecting “Sweats for Homeless Vets” through the end of February.
01/09/2012 10:15 AM
Applications Available for City of Carrollton 2012 General Election
Interested in running for City Council in May? Applications are available through March 5.
01/09/2012 7:15 AM
Youth Volleyball League – Register Now
Registration for the Youth Volleyball League is from January 3 - 27.
01/03/2012 9:00 AM
2012 Recycling Calendar Available Online
Carrollton’s 2012 residential trash and recycling calendar is available online.
01/02/2012 8:15 AM
Holiday Closures; No Trash Delays
Various City facilities have different hours and closure schedules for the holidays. Trash collections will NOT be delayed for the holidays.
12/29/2011 8:00 AM
"Get Fit" Wellness Site Going Strong
Looking to lose weight, be more active, or find others who are working toward the same goals? Join the more than 200 people who have already signed up for http://www.getfitcarrollton.com Simply click the “Get Started” button to register and begin using the free journaling tools that can help you set, track and achieve your wellness goals.
12/29/2011 7:00 AM
Carrollton's 2011 Environmental Distinction Awards
BeautiControl and Gerdau received the 2011 Environmental Distinction Award. Each of these companies were not only consistently compliant, but also achieved considerable progress in their environmental sustainability programs.
12/12/2011 8:00 AM
Mandatory Stage 2 Water Restrictions in Effect
Despite recent rains, North Texas is still undergoing drought conditions with low lake levels. Carrollton has entered Stage 2 mandatory water-use restrictions. Usage of water for outdoor purposes is restricted. Watering is prohibited between the hours of 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. daily, as well as which days you may water.
12/07/2011 8:00 AM
Carrollton’s Latest Leisure Connections Magazine Available Now
The new issue of Carrollton’s Leisure Connections, covering January-April 2012, will fill you in on all City events, activities and programs during those months.
12/02/2011 9:00 AM
Carrollton Wind Symphony Holiday Benefit Concert – Dec. 13
The Carrollton Wind Symphony will present a Holiday Benefit Concert on Tuesday, December 13, at 7:30 p.m. Admission is two cans or packages of nonperishable food or a cash donation of $5 per adult; students are free.
12/02/2011 8:00 AM
Donate to the Carrollton Animal Adoption Center and Receive Free T-shirt as Holiday Gift
Support Carrollton’s Animal Services this holiday season! Donate $10 or more to Carrollton's Animal Services & Adoption Center and receive a t-shirt to wear or give away as a holiday gift.
12/02/2011 8:00 AM