News Flash

Christmas Spectacular lightshow ongoing through Jan. 1

The Colony Christmas Spectacular Lightshow is underway now through Jan. 1, 2023, at Perryman Park. The show is choreographed to music and can be seen every evening from 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. Tune your radio to 99.9FM to enjoy the music!

"Revolutionary immersive entertainment venue" coming to The Colony

"Cosm, a global tech company delivering immersive experiences for sports, entertainment, science, and education, is bringing its new immersive entertainment venue to Grandscape at The Colony." - D Magazine, Nov. 16, 2022

City Council hosts Town Hall on Dec. 12

Residents are invited to engage with their local representatives during a Town Hall with Mayor Richard Boyer and The Colony City Council, set for 6:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 12, at City Hall, 6800 Main St.

Christmas holiday closures

City offices & facilities will be closed Friday, Dec. 23, and Monday, Dec. 26, for Christmas. The library will be closed Dec. 23-26. There will be no delays to trash/recycling collection due to the holidays.

For more information, contact Customer Services at 972-624-3131.

The Colony EDC recognized for exceptional contributions

The Colony Economic Development Corporation (EDC) was recently recognized by the Texas Economic Development Council (TEDC) Community Economic Development Award (CEDA) program for its exceptional contributions toward the economic vitality of the community.

Volunteers sought for city boards, commissions

The City of The Colony is currently accepting applications for city boards. Board members are appointed by the City Council to serve in a volunteer capacity.

Applications for board positions will be accepted in the City Secretary’s Office for vacant positions on various boards. Information on the boards and the application form are available on the city’s website:

• Vacancies
• Application

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Phase 1 of city's Drought Contingency Plan in effect

The extreme heat of the past summer and ongoing dry conditions have necessitated implementation of Phase 1 of the City's Drought Contingency Plan. Residents are encouraged to follow a twice weekly watering schedule determined by your address.

Reward offered for information leading to return of stolen items

The City of The Colony is seeking information leading to the return of items recently stolen from The Colony Five Star Complex - most of which were fixtures in the city's Veterans Memorial. Tipsters should contact the number on the flyer below.

The reward has increased twice thanks to matching donations from the local 24 Sports organization and The Colony Community Development Corp. board of directors.

Trash/recycling collected as normal most holidays

Did you know? As part of the city's renewed contract with Republic Services, trash and recycling collection is only delayed during three holidays in the year: New Year's Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.

Trash and recycling will be collected as normal (with no delays) during all other annual holidays.

For more information, call 972-624-3131 or visit the Environmental Services page of our website.

FCC launches Affordable Connectivity Program for qualifying households

The Affordable Connectivity Program is an FCC benefit program that helps ensure households can afford the broadband they need for work, school, and more. It provides a discount of up to $30 per month toward internet service for eligible households.