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An aerial view shows Sachse's Fifth Street/Old Town District, where city officials are pursuing a long-term redevelopment effort aimed at creating a walkable mixed-use destination for residents and visitors. Courtesy photo City of Sachse Nearly 25 years after city...
While Independence Day falls on a Saturday this year, local celebrations begin a day early, with communities offering fireworks, live music, family activities and patriotic traditions throughout the holiday weekend. Sachse residents will have a chance to kick off...
Filming day two of "New Beginnings" are, from left, Phaolo Le, Miles Whitmire, Reed Scott, Chiahanam Anioke, Hiyab Abraham, Tuan Nguyen, Raymond Pham, Emmanuella Okeke and Josie Jimenez. Courtesy David Dinh What began as an effort to tell a story about one cadet's...
A night of glamour, gaming and philanthropy will help support one of North Texas' premier exotic animal sanctuaries. In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue and Educational Center will host The Great Catsby: ROARing '20s Casino Night Saturday, June 27, at the Cotton Mill in...
Sachse city officials are considering the issuance of up to $18.15 million in combination tax and revenue certificates of obligation to fund a variety of infrastructure and municipal facility projects. According to a public notice issued by the city, Sachse City...
Sports
Sachse alum third baseman Colt Upchurch exchanges a high-five with head coach Chris Burrow after he reaches third base during a Class 6A Division I bi-district playoff game against Rockwall-Heath. Photo by Tina Lopez / C&S Media By David Wolman...
Sachse High School principal Shae Creel was named Garland Independent School District Athletic Director on Monday, June 22. Photo courtesy Garland ISD By David Wolman [email protected] The latest edition of the Creel Reel had a different feeling to it. It was...
Sachse graduate Cameryn Fair, second from, right, was a state qualifier in the girls long jump. She broke the school record a few weeks prior at the area meet, recording a leap of 19-7.25. Photo by Tina Lopez / C&S Media By David Wolman [email protected] The...
The Sachse girls soccer team poses for pictures after receiving the Class 6A Division I state semifinals runner-up trophy at McKinney ISD Stadium. Photo by Tina Lopez / C&S Media By David Wolman [email protected] It was a banner season for the Sachse boys...
Sachse incoming senior Abigail Leonard qualified for the Class 6A state cross country meet for the second time last fall. Photo by Elijah Kloepping / C&S Media By David Wolman [email protected] Another school year is in the books for Sachse. And it was...
Education
Filming day two of "New Beginnings" are, from left, Phaolo Le, Miles Whitmire, Reed Scott, Chiahanam Anioke, Hiyab Abraham, Tuan Nguyen, Raymond Pham, Emmanuella Okeke and Josie Jimenez. Courtesy David Dinh What began as an effort to tell a story about one cadet's...
Garland ISD students posted gains in four of five tested subjects on this spring's State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness end-of-course exams, according to results released by the Texas Education Agency. The exams measure student performance in Algebra I,...
Wylie Police have filed a second charge against a former assistant principal at Wylie East High School. Detective Alexandra Waters, a police public information officer, said the Criminal Investigations Division arrested Zachary Christian Neu on Thursday, June 4, on a...
Wylie Independent School District will hold a public meeting Monday, June 15 to discuss the district’s proposed 2026-27 budget and tax rate, according to a public notice released by the district. The meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. at the Wylie ISD Administration...
Sachse High School graduates celebrate the conclusion of commencement exercises with the traditional cap toss Wednesday, May 20, at the Curtis Culwell Center in Garland as they officially close one chapter and prepare for the next. Photo Tina Lopez/The Sachse News By...
Life & Style
How misinformation may be undermining cancer prevention Photo courtesy of Shutterstock Despite its wide recognition as an effective tool for skin cancer prevention, many Americans still say they aren’t sure how sunscreen works. In fact, confusion about its use and...
By Carrie Dunlea Surrounded by mountain landscapes and natural beauty, mountain retreats in the United States offer an idyllic escape for those who seek solitude and a peaceful getaway. From the rolling hills of the Appalachians to the majestic Rockies, these...
Are you tired of the heat and ready to abandon the concrete jungle for a few days with your family? Fill up your car, pack up your kids and check out some of the great state and national parks located in Arkansas. The state’s natural beauty and its history are a...
By Carrie Dunlea Backyards have evolved far beyond basic patios and grills. Today’s outdoor spaces are increasingly designed as extensions of the home — places where families can stream movies, host game-day gatherings or simply unwind outdoors without sacrificing...
Getty images Longer days and lighter schedules make summer perfect for relaxing, having fun outdoors and spending time with loved ones. However, more physical activity and time spent in the sun can also translate to increased health and safety risks. As you and your...
Opinion
Columnist John Moore is offering to teach anyone who's visiting the US how to eat biscuits and gravy. Photo John Moore By John Moore | TheCountryWriter.com I’m not much on soccer, but it seems the rest of the world is. As I write this, America is covered up...
Columnist John Moore still has and uses the radio that kept him, his cousin, and best friend company during the summer of the 1976 American Bicentennial celebrations. Photo John Moore By John Moore | TheCountryWriter.com Author’s note: This week’s column was...
Columnist John Moore's great grandfather, Thornton Parmer Moore, is pictured circa 1935 in his blacksmith shop. Like most of the era, he made just about everything he needed. Photo John Moore By John Moore | TheCountryWriter.com As a kid, I often heard the...
Columnist John Moore spent most Saturday nights of his childhood watching the adults play cards and drink lots of coffee. Photo John Moore By John Moore | TheCountryWriter.com In 868 A.D., according to Chinese historical records, a princess was said to have...
Columnist John Moore wonders if we can stop the rain we started. Photo John Moore By John Moore | TheCountryWriter.com Back in 2011, it didn’t rain. It didn’t rain for a long, long time. It didn’t rain for so long that fires began to pop up where I live. One...
