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Find out what's happening in the city. Below is a list of current news releases.


News Flash - All
News Flash - Community Development
Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) #1 - Preliminary Project & Financing Plan
Presentation outlining details regarding project and financing for TIRZ #1. TIRZ #1 Preliminary Project & Financing Plan
Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) # 1 Summary
Executive Summary information on Tax Increment Reinvestment Summary #1, adopted by the Greenville City Council in December 2008. TIRZ Summary

 
News Flash - Main City News
Police Chief Announces Retirement
Police Chief Harold Roseberry has announced plans to retire from the Greenville Police Department effective April 30, 2010. [Additional info...]
City-wide Cleanup Event Offered for Residents
The City of Greenville and IESI will conduct a city-wide cleanup event for residents on Saturday, April 10, 2010, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the IESI facility located at 4618 Ed Rutherford Drive. [Additional info...]
Municipal Court Now Accepts Online Fine Payments
The City of Greenville is pleased to announce a new convenience for those who receive municipal court citations. Tickets can now be paid online 24/7. [Additional info...]

News Flash - News Releases
Police Department Conducts Tobacco/Alcohol Sting
On Tuesday, March 16, 2010, officers with the Greenville Police Department conducted a Minor Tobacco/Alcohol Sting Operation within the city limits of Greenville. Four local stores sold tobacco products to an underage operative. [Additional info...]
Three Injured in Major Accident
Three people were injured in a major accident at the intersection of Joe Ramsey Blvd. and Stonewall Street on Thursday evening. [Additional info...]
Library Receives Achievement of Excellence Award
The W. Walworth Harrison Public Library has received the 2009 Achievement of Excellence in Libraries Award from the Texas Municipal Library Directors Association. [Additional info...]
Two Arrested for Drug Possession at Local Motel
Two individuals were arrested for possession of a controlled substance at the Dream Lodge Motel, 1900 East Interstate 30. [Additional info...]
One Arrested for Evading Arrest/Endangering a Child
One person was arrested for evading arrest, unauthorized use of a motor vehicle and endangering a child. [Additional info...]
Two Arrested for Drug Possession
Two people were arrested on January 14, 2010, after members of the Greenville Police Department and the department's Tactical Unit executed a search warrant at 1817 Langford Street. [Additional info...]
Fines for Parking Violations Increase
Parking violations in Greenville became more expensive on January 1, after new fine amounts went into effect. [Additional info...]
Installation of New Water Plant Equipment Completed Ahead of Schedule
The City of Greenville Water Treatment Plant’s project to install six solar powered circulating machines in Reservoir No. 4 was completed on December 31, 2009. The project was completed 30 days ahead of schedule. [Additional info...]
One Arrested for Attempted Murder
One person was charged with Attempted Murder after surrendering to the Greenville Police Department. [Additional info...]
Animal Shelter Changes Hours of Operation
Effective Monday, January 11, 2010, the Greenville Animal Shelter will have new hours of operation. [Additional info...]
City Prepares for Inclement Weather
The City of Greenville is preparing for the predicted inclement weather due to hit the North Texas area later this week. [Additional info...]
Two Juveniles Arrested for Burglary of a Building
Two juveniles were arrested earlier today for Burglary of the Knights of Columbus Hall, 2705 Sunset Strip. [Additional info...]
One Arrested for Assualt - Family Violence
On Tuesday, December 29, 2009, officers with the Greenville Police Department responded to a call of an assault in the 4200 block of Bois D’Arc Street. [Additional info...]
City Receives Grant for HHW Collection Center
The City of Greenville has been awarded a grant to construct and operate a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center. [Additional info...]
House Destroyed in Overnight Fire
At approximately 11:52 p.m. on December 17,units with the Greenville Fire Department were dispatched to a structure fire at 3800 Bourland Street. Firefighters arrived on the scene to find a vacant two-story residence fully involved in flame. [Additional info...]
City Recognizes Employees for Years of Service and Names Employees of the Year
City Manager Steven Alexander recognized eight individuals as Employees of the Year for 2009 at a recent service award luncheon. Thirty-nine employees were also recognized for service milestones. [Additional info...]
City Announces New CodeRED Feature
The City of Greenville uses CodeRED to alert citizens of both emergency and non-emergency situations and to provide critical information quickly. [Additional info...]
Arrests Made in Crack Cocaine Distribution Conspiracy Operating in Greenville
Several arrests were made in Greenville following a nine-month investigation by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Mobile Enforcement Team (MET). [Additional info...]
Arrival of KIA SPC Joseph M. Lewis Scheduled for Wednesday, November 25
City Names New Finance Director
Cliff Copeland has been named the new Finance Director for the City of Greenville according to City Manager Steven Alexander. [Additional info...]
City Plans Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
The City of Greenville will mark the beginning of the holiday season with the 19th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on Thursday, December 3, at 6:30 p.m. Read Entire News Release
City Receives Certificate of Achievement
The City of Greenville has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for its comprehensive annual financial report. Read Entire News Release
Greenville Recognized as National Main Street City
For the ninth year in a row, Greenville has been recognized as a National Main Street City Read Entire News Release
Police Department to Offer Free VIN Etching
The Greenville Police Department will offer Free VIN Etchinng for vehicles on Tuesday, November 10. Read Entire News Release
Halloween on the Square
The City of Greenville, along with Hunt County, DrugFree Greenville and downtown merchants invite children of all ages and their families to the 10th annual Halloween on the Square, Friday, October 30, 2009, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in downtown Greenville. Read Entire News Release
Police Looking for Suspects in Burglary of Walgreens
On October 7, 2009, between 2:30 a.m. and 3:13 a.m. a burglary occurred at the Walgreens store located at 6905 Wesley Street. Read Entire News Release
Police Searching for Suspects in Local Bank Robbery
Two suspects are still at large after a robbery at the Bank of American earlier today. [Additional info...]
City-Wide Cleanup Planned for October 10th
The City of Greenville and IESI will conduct a city-wide cleanup event for residents on
Saturday, October 10, 2009, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the IESI facility located at 4618 Ed
Rutherford Drive. [Additional info...]
City Water Treatment Plant Temporarily Switches to Free Chlorine
Consumers of Greenville water may begin noticing a difference in the taste and odor of their water over the next few weeks. [Additional info...]
Three Arrested in Burglary of Knights of Columbus Hall
One adult and two juveniles were arrested and charged with Burglary of the Knights of Columbus Hall, located at 2705 Sunset Strip. Read Entire News Release
Arrest Made in Homicide
An arrest has been made in connection with the homicide that occured earlier today at the Greentree Apartment Complex. Read Entire News Release
One Dead in Shooting at Apartment Complex
One person is dead after a reported shooting at the Greentree Apartment Complex. Read Entire News Release
Amnesty Program Being Offered Prior to Warrant Round-Up
The Greenville Municipal Court will offer an Amnesty Program August 31 through September 12 for those persons with outstanding warrants. Read Entire News Release
Remember to Keep Fire Lanes Clear
As the new school year approaches, Fire Chief Doug Caison reminds citizens to keep fire lanes clear at all school locations. Read Entire News Release
City Manager Presents Proposed FY 2009-10 Budget to City Council
At the regular meeting this evening of the Greenville City Council, City Manager Steven Alexander presented the FY 2009-10 Proposed Budget and Plan of Municipal Services. Read Entire News Release
Firefighters Respond to an Early Morning House Fire
Greenville Fire-Rescue responded to an early morning house fire at 3808 Pin Street. Read Entire News Release
Boys Scouts to Assist City with Storm Drain Marker Project
On Saturday, August 8, the Boy Scouts will assist the City of Greenville with a Storm Drain Marker Project Read Entire News Release
Fire Chief Accepted to National Fire Academy Executive Fire Officer Program
Greenville Fire Chief Doug Caison has been accepted to the 2010 class of the National Fire Academy’s Executive Fire Officer Program (EFOP). Read Entire News Release
Greenville Fire-Rescue Announces Promotions
Fire Chief Doug Caison recently announced the promotions of two firefighters. Read Entire News Release
Back-to-School Bicycle Rodeo
Children aged 8-12 are invited to attend a Back-to-School Bicycle Rodeo on Thursday, August 20, from 9 am to 11 am at the Library Read Entire News Release
New City Planner Hired
Lance Estep has been hired as the new City Planner for the City of Greenville, according to Assistant City Manager John Adel. Read Entire News Release
Greenville Fire-Rescue Stepping Up Code Inspections
The Greenville Fire-Rescue Department recently began stepping up code inspections of commercial buildings throughout the community. Read Entire News Release
Three Arrested for Possession of Marijuana
Three men from Pennsylvania were arrested Sunday morning and charged with Possession of Marijuana. Read Entire News Release
Applications Being Accepted for Hotel Occupancy Tax Funding
The City of Greenville is accepting applications from organizations requesting funding from the Municipal Hotel Occupancy Tax for FY 2009-2010. The deadline for submitting an application for funding is Friday, July 31, 2009 at 5 PM. Read Entire News Release
Applications Being Accepted for Next Citizens Police Academy
The Greenville Police Department is now accepting applications through September 1st, for the Citizens Police Academy scheduled to start September 14, 2009. [Additional info...]
Come to the July 4th Patriotic Party
The City of Greenville and Edward Jones Investments are hosting the 2009 Patriotic Picnic at the Greenville SportsPark, 3601 Leo Hackney Blvd., on Saturday, July 4. Read Entire News Release
Ways to Beat the Heat
Greenville Fire Chief Doug Caison has provided a few common rules to beat the heat. Read the Entire News Release
No Garbage Collection on July 4th
Library Receives Achievement of Excellence Award
The W. Walworth Harrison Library has been awarded the 2009 Achievement of Excellence in Libraries Award from the Texas Municipal Library Directors Association. Read Entire News Release
City to Host Town Hall Meetings
Greenville Fire-Rescue Combat Challenge Team #2 in US
City Joins Texas Fire Chiefs in Opposing SB 1410
From Cat Burglars to Catfish - Two Greenville Police Officers Haul in a Record Catch
They usually spend their days fishing for clues, but recently, two Greenville Police Officers spent a weekend on Club Lake and caught enough catfish to win the annual Catfish Fest tournament. Read Entire News Release
Vehicle Crashes During Pursuit
A vehicle crashed on Stanford Street during a pursuit. Read Entire News Release
Summer of Safety Programs include Fishing Friday and Swimming Friday
Skunk Tests Postive for Rabies
On May 19, 2009, a skunk tested positive for rabies. Read Entire News Release
Jeremy Powell Named Deputy Fire Chief
Jeremy Powell has been named the Deputy Fire Chief for the City of Greenville. Read Entire News Release
Get Ready for Summer Fun at Ja-Lu Swimming Pool
Get a head start on summer fun with a free "Splash Day" at Ja-Lu Swimming Pool on Monday, May 25 from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Read Entire News Release
Fire at Local Restaurant Results in Minor Damage
A fire at Red Lobster Restaurant on Wednesday night, resulted in minor damage and no injuries. Read Entire News Release
City of Greenville Receives Budget Presentation Award
The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) has announced that the City of Greenville has received the GFOA's Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its fiscal year 2007-2008. Read Entire News Release
Greenville Police Assists in Arrest of Stolen Vehicle
Officers with the Greenville Police Department responded for assistance from the Royse City Police and Texas Highway Patrol. Read Entire News Release
Stage 1 Water Conservation Measured Rescinded May 4, 2009
Three Arrested for Aggravated Robbery
Three people were arrested on May 5, 2009, and charged with Aggravated Robbery and Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity. Read Entire News Release
City Reminds Residents of the Benefits of the CodeRED Emergency Notification System
Greenville Firefighters to Fill the Boot
Greenville Fiefighters wil be participating in the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) Fill the Boot campaign. Read Entire News Release
Swim Lesson Registration & Private Pool Party Reservations Begin May 4th
The Greenville Parks and Recreation Department will accept reservations for private parties at the Ja-Lu Pool and registrations for swim lessons beginning May 4th. Read Entire News Release
Police Lt. Charles Starnes Deploys to Afghanistan
Greenville Police Lieutenant Charles Starnes will soon be deployed to Afghanistan in service to our country. Read Entire News Release
National Arson Awareness Week is May 3-9
The Greenville Fire-Rescue Department offers Arson Prevention tips in promoting National Arson Awareness Week. Read Entire News Release
Reception Planned for New Fire Chief
A reception for new Fire Chief Doug Caison will be held on Monday, May 4, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at City Hall Read Entire News Release
One Arrested for Marijuana Possession
One person was arrested and charged with Possession of Marijuana after a traffic stop on Interstate 30 on April 25, 2009. [Additional info...]
K-9 Alert Yields Over 40 Pounds of Marijuana
Two people were arrested and charged with Possession of Marijuana after a traffic stop on Interstate 30. Read Entire News Release
Road Work Along Wesley Street May Cause Delays
Motorists traveling north along Wesley Street may encounter traffic delays as the Texas Department of Transportation begins work on a milling and overlay project on SH 34 (Wesley Street) the week of April 27th. [Additional info...]
Doug Caison Selected to be Greenville's Next Fire Chief
City Manager Steven Alexander announced today that he is recommending the appointment of Claude D. Caison as Greenville's next Fire Chief. Read Entire News Release
City Seeks Input on Holding a Town Hall Meeting
The City of Greenville is seeking input from residents on the possibility of holding a Town Hall Meeting. Read Entire News Release
Library and Police Department Join Forces
The Greenville Police Department and Walworth Harrison Public Library are teaming up to help fight crime. Read Entire News Release
One Arrested for DWI at Local Restaurant
Greenville Police Officers arrested a man for DWI in the drive-through window of a local restaurant. Read Entire News Release
Tobacco Sting
On Tuesday, March 17, 2009, Officers with the Greenville Police Department conducted a Minor Tobacco Sting. Read Entire News Release
Marijuana Seized in Traffic Stop
Over 48 Pounds of Marijuana Seized in Traffic Stop Read Entire News Release

 
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