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Strong demand for education saving accounts

Strong demand for education saving accounts

The new Texas school voucher program has received applications for more than 160,000 students, Acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock said, and the deadline for families to apply has been extended to 11:59 p.m. CT on March 31, 2026. “Demand is strong for the record-setting...

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Murphy scientist explores ancient phenomena

Murphy scientist explores ancient phenomena

Skulls found at a site in China shows intentional modification to elongate the cranium. Courtesy Dr. Qian Wang Dr. Qian Wang of Murphy has made several startling discoveries as he travels the globe to broaden scientific knowledge of how people and their cultures...

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Primary voter turnout in county tops 26%

Primary voter turnout in county tops 26%

More than one-fourth of registered Collin County voters turned out for the March 3 primary elections, according to unofficial final results reported by Collin County Elections. And the number of Democratic voters nearly equaled that of Republican voters, a sharp...

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Primary election voting begins Feb. 17

Primary election voting begins Feb. 17

Polling places across Texas open Tuesday, Feb. 17, for early voting in the Republican and Democratic party primaries. Early voting ends Friday, Feb. 27, and Election Day is Tuesday, March 3. If needed, runoffs will be held Tuesday, May 26. Winners in the primaries...

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Chiefs provide public safety primer

Chiefs provide public safety primer

Sachse Police Chief Bryan Sylvester, left, talks about local policing during a Chamber of Commerce luncheon. He is joined by Sachse Fire Chief Marty Wade, Murphy Fire Chief Perry Elliott and Murphy Police Chief Jeff Gibson. Bob Wieland/C&S Media  Police and fire...

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