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Garland, Texas Patch AM: a 4 min readCoffee in hand, Garland? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. āļø
In today's newsletter:
- How Garlandās new code rules could save you fines this summer
- Garland teachers: which Harmony campuses are hiring at Mayās job fair?
- Garland native earns one of New York college basketballās top honors
Also on today's calendar: Harmony Public Schools North Texas Hosts Job Fair To Recruit Educators And Staff and 6 more events.
Today's riddle: What is something you always have, but also leave behind? š¤ (Answer below!)
- Friday: A t-storm around in the a.m., with a high of 87 and low of 65 degrees. š¶ Hot!
- Saturday: An afternoon thunderstorm, temps: high: 88, low: 70.
- Sunday: T-storms, some severe; humid, with a high of 85 and low of 70 degrees.
š° News we're reading
1. Garland Overhauls Code Enforcement to Stop Punishing Local Homeowners (realtor.com) ā Garland is shifting routine property code violations from criminal charges to a new civil system that emphasizes education, flexibility, and help for struggling homeowners. Starting June 1, residents will see a 90-day warning-only period, followed by lower, tiered fines, dismissal for quick fixes, and expanded assistance for seniors, disabled residents, and those in financial hardship. Landlords, not renters, will generally be responsible for citations. 
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2. Local Event: Harmony Public Schools North Texas Hosts Job Fair To Recruit Educators And Staff (patch.com) ā Garland educators and school staff looking for new opportunities can meet Harmony Public Schools recruiters at a North Texas job fair on Saturday, May 2, in Fort Worth or Plano. Garland campuses will be represented as Harmony hires for 2025ā26, offering sign-on bonuses, competitive pay, and professional growth in its STEM-focused charter network. Ā Ā Ā
3. St. John's star Zuby Ejiofor wins prestigious Haggerty Award (zagsblog.com) ā A standout college basketball player from Garland Zuby Ejiofor has been honored with the prestigious Haggerty Award as the top Division I menās player in the New York metro area. The St. Johnās senior forward also swept major Big East honors and helped lead his team deep into the NCAA Tournament. Ā Ā Ā
4. Laredo, Texas: Best city for freelancers to live and work (cw33.com) ā Freelancers living in Garland may be in a better spot than they realize, as new research ranks the city among the top U.S. places where independent workers keep more disposable income. The study highlights how Texas cities like Garland combine lower living costs with solid amenities, making them attractive options for six-figure freelancers looking to stretch their earnings further. Ā Ā Ā
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Cricut Project Class: Leather Earrings (Ages 13+)
West Garland Library, 3921 W Walnut St, Garland
10:00 am
Saturday April 25
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Other local events
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DAMCON 3 (Destroy All Monsters)
Hella Shrine Events Center , 2121 Rowlett Rd , Garland
11:00 am -
Drinking Habits
Granville Arts Center , 300 N 5th St , Garland
12:30 pm -
Twist Family! Cute Owls - Set
Painting with a Twist , 330 N 6th St #F , Garland
12:00 pm -
Varsity Softball Game
International Leadership of Texas, Garland High School , 4413 N S , Garland
5:30 pm -
Varsity Baseball Game
International Leadership of Texas, Garland High School , 4413 N S , Garland
5:30 pm -
Drinking Habits
Granville Arts Center , 300 N 5th St , Garland
12:30 pm -
Harmony Public Schools North Texas Hosts Job Fair To Recruit Educators And Staff
550 Talbert Dr , Plano
9:00 am -
Intrinsic Smokehouse & Brewery
Intrinsic Smokehouse Brewery + BBQ Catering , 509 W State St , Garland
7:00 pm
Saturday April 25
Sunday April 26
Tuesday April 28
Thursday April 30
Friday May 1
Saturday May 2
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RAIDER BASEBALL (JV) @ WILLS POINT HS
Wills Point High School , 1800 W South Commerce St , Wills Point
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Sewell Spring Fling
Sewell Elementary
5:30 pm -
Rowlett Varsity Baseball @ Sachse
Sachse High School , 3901 Miles Rd , Sachse
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RAIDER BASEBALL (V) @ WILLS POINT HS
Wills Point High School , 1800 W South Commerce St , Wills Point
7:00 pm
Friday April 24
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- Harmony Public Schools North Texas Hosts Job Fair To Recruit Educators And Staff āBrittany Lehning Read on Patch
- PSG Global Solutions posted a job opening for Stand Up/Sit Down Forklift Operator - $18-$19/hr in Garland. Apply here.
- McDonald's Restaurants posted a job opening for Crew Team Member Kitchen in Garland. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Garland here.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Footprints. (Thank you LAURIE T. for sending it in!)
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