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Garland ISD facing higher election bill

Garland ISD facing higher election bill

The implementation of vote centers and new equipment has sent the price of Dallas County elections soaring for local entities such as Garland ISD. When approving the call for the May 6 election that will include two trustee races and a $1.2 billion bond package, Board...

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Senior center planning three trips in April

Senior center planning three trips in April

As the weather warms up this spring, attendees of the Laurie Schwenk Senior Activity Center can expect an outdoor trip — and a couple other indoor ones — when the calendar turns to April. Robin Woodward, the senior center manager, said the trips and several other...

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Area churches sticking with UMC

Area churches sticking with UMC

Earlier this month, delegates from several churches within the North Texas Conference of the United Methodist Church formalized a disaffiliation.  While some churches elected to leave for the Global Methodist Church or go independent, they were able to take their...

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Council discusses rental inspection program

Council discusses rental inspection program

The specifics of a potential rental program were debated by Sachse City Council as other cities in the area look to impose restrictions of their own on certain rental properties. Nearby comparator cities Garland, Rowlett and Richardson all have a rental inspection...

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Easter Egg Scramble April 1

Easter Egg Scramble April 1

An annual Easter tradition for Sachse residents returns a little earlier than last year because of the April 9 holiday in 2023. Sachse hosts three activities: its traditional Easter Egg Scramble, doggie bone hunt and flashlight egg hunt Sunday, April 1, at Heritage...

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Daughter of immigrants thriving in counsel role

Daughter of immigrants thriving in counsel role

Last week, The Sachse News highlighted a woman making an impact in city government. This week, the focus shifts to Garland ISD, which has a number of important women in senior leadership positions, including its general counsel. Lisa Ray, general counsel for Garland...

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Teacher, philanthropist honored at awards gala

Teacher, philanthropist honored at awards gala

Locals, education staff and district administrators gathered for an annual awards gala highlighting the work of select individuals over their careers. Two prestigious awards — the Elizabeth W. Garrison Award and the Garrison Legacy Award — were bestowed during the...

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