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- Warmack Library Reopens February 2502/20/2019 9:00 AM
Grand Prairie's Warmack Library re-opens February 25, after an extensive expansion and remodeling project. The Library added 6,500 square feet of space, resulting in a cozy reading area with fireplace, new event rooms, private study rooms, and...
- New Restaurants in Downtown02/19/2019 11:59 AM
Zavala’s Barbecue 421 W. Main St. Zavala’s Barbecue may not be “new” to downtown, but it's brick and motor is! Zavala’s started as a pop-up stand in 2018 and quickly gained popularity. People often wait in line just to get some of the...
- Public Meeting: Widening of Camp Wisdom Road02/15/2019 2:48 PM
The City of Grand Prairie, Dallas County and the City of Dallas will host a pre-project public meeting for the widening of Camp Wisdom Road to four lanes from Carrier Parkway to Belt Line Road. Tuesday, March 26, 6-8 p.m. City of Grand Prairie - City...
- Pickleball for the Whole Family!02/13/2019 12:00 AM
The game of pickleball is expanding in Grand Prairie! Pickleball is a fun and easy-to-learn game that is taking recreation facilities around the country by storm! Played as doubles or singles, pickleball is an entertaining sport that combines many...
- Vaccinate your Child with the Measles Vaccine02/08/2019 8:28 AM
State Public Health officials are currently investigating several cases of measles in Texas. These cases highlight the importance of immunizing children 12 months and older against measles to prevent from spreading in the community and affect...
- Participate in the Get Fit Art Contest02/01/2019 4:01 PM
http://www.gptx.org/residents/public-health/get-fit-gp-health-initiative/get-fit-art-contest
- 'Living Spaces' to Open in Grand Prairie01/29/2019 10:18 AM
California-based Living Spaces furniture retail store will open in the former Restoration Hardware building on the northwest corner of SH 161 and Arkansas in spring 2019. The store's most popular offerings include the Magnolia Homes line designed by...
- Simple Ways to Reduce Waste and Save Money01/28/2019 12:40 PM
Taking steps to reduce waste in your home is great for our environment, landfill space, and your wallet! Reduce Paper Products Using paper plates, napkins, and towels can not only fill up the trash bin but also costs you money. The average...
- Scam Alert Regarding Water Quality Tests01/24/2019 2:18 PM
The City of Grand Prairie Water Utilities and Environmental Departments have received information that an internet company has advertised water testing services for water customers in North Texas. Companies claiming that the drinking water...
- Dog with Broken Leg Seeks Temporary Foster Home01/24/2019 10:22 AM
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- Scholarship Applications Now Open01/14/2019 2:00 PM
In partnership with the Friends of the Grand Prairie Library, the Grand Prairie Public Library System will hold a scholarship competition for high school seniors planning to attend college in the fall of 2019. The winner will be awarded $500 toward...
- Grand Prairie Seeks Artists for Traffic Signal Box Public Art Project01/11/2019 4:17 PM
http://www.gptx.org/about-us/public-art/traffic-signal-box-art-project
- Get Fit GP Promotes Healthy Resolutions with Coupons01/04/2019 10:12 AM
Get Fit GP is offering Grand Prairie residents coupons during the month of January to help kick off a healthy 2019! View the "My Health Passport" coupons, which include: Free day pass to any City of Grand Prairie recreation center...
- Spring Gardening Classes at the Main Library01/03/2019 11:20 AM
Grand Prairie horticulturist/arborist Susan Henson will present a free 3-part program series at the Grand Prairie Main Library this March. No registration is necessary for this Thursday night series that runs from 6:30 to 8 p.m. March 14,...
- Top City of Grand Prairie Goals for 201901/02/2019 5:01 PM
Celebrate opening Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark’s outdoor wave pool Reopen an expanded and renovated Warmack Library, Charley Taylor Recreation Center and Prairie Paws Animal Shelter Begin construction of PlayGrand Adventures all...
- Lynn Creek Park to Open March 201/02/2019 2:58 PM
Lynn Creek Park, 5610 Lake Ridge Parkway, opens for the season on Saturday, March 2, 2019. Hours of operation are 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Lynn Creek Park has more than 100 individual picnic pavilions, a playground, swimming beach, boat ramps, sand...
- New Development Update (January 2019)01/02/2019 9:33 AM
Olive Garden, Ross, Michaels, Ulta, Burlington, Conn’s, Petco, Burkes and Home Goods are expected to open in Epic West on the west side of SH 161 near Mayfield Road. A 98-room Hilton Tru hotel is under construction on North Highway 360. Staybridge...
- Holiday Items You Can Recycle12/18/2018 4:55 PM
Paper & Cardboard Flattened cardboard, newspaper, magazines, office paper and common mail can be recycled as long as they aren’t contaminated by food, liquid or waste. Tips: Packages are often made of mixed materials. Be sure to separate the...
- AARP Tax Help at Veterans Park Center12/14/2018 5:06 PM
AARP volunteers will provide free tax assistance to elderly and low-income residents. Sessions begin February 4 and run through April 15, 2019. Volunteers are available each Monday and Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.. Sessions will be held...
- Home Safety Tips from Atmos Energy11/30/2018 4:31 PM
Install carbon monoxide detectors in your home The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Atmos Energy recommend consumers install carbon monoxide (CO) detectors that have an audible alarm when unsafe levels of CO are detected. CO is a...