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State’s wind projects at a standstill

State’s wind projects at a standstill

Dozens of Texas wind projects have been halted because the Department of Defense has not approved the federal permits required for them to move forward, the Austin American-Statesman reported. Data from the American Clean Power Association indicate that the state...

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Council approves animal shelter price

Council approves animal shelter price

The start of construction on the city’s new animal shelter moved one step closer to beginning after Sachse councilmembers were informed of the final cost estimate. Police Chief Bryan Sylvester presented the guaranteed maximum price estimate for the project of $4.99...

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WEHS students look forward to college experience

WEHS students look forward to college experience

With graduation approaching next month, Wylie East High School’s valedictorian and salutatorian are excited for their next steps in college and the different possibilities of experiences. Robert Price, the Class of 2023 valedictorian, and Troy Teggatz, the...

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No further plan for Vicksburg Drive says city

No further plan for Vicksburg Drive says city

Following a lengthy executive session, Sachse City Council reconvened into open session with no clear plan forward despite some councilmembers’ sympathies for drainage concerns at Vicksburg Drive. Council received legal advice on how to proceed forward with City...

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Two Cox Elementary students among Allen shooting victims

Two Cox Elementary students among Allen shooting victims

This article was updated at 10:10 a.m. Tuesday, May 9, to include the identities of all victims along with additional fundraising websites. The impacts of the Saturday, May 6, shooting at the Allen Premium Outlets were felt in a local elementary school, whose two...

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Area food pantry announces facility expansion

Area food pantry announces facility expansion

During a recent fundraising event, Audrey Wallace announced big plans for the future of 5 Loaves Food Pantry, which serves Sachse and surrounding cities. Growth of the pantry’s Beacon of Hope ministry along with its other ministries on-site have necessitated the need...

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Popular summer SPD camp filling up

Popular summer SPD camp filling up

A summer camp staple in Sachse is returning for its seventh year offering a week of fun for area third through eighth graders. Cops and Campers is a free summer camp for selected children that allows them to interact with local school resource officers and law...

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Trustees discuss salary increases, budget impacts

Trustees discuss salary increases, budget impacts

Increasing pay for all district employees was the subject of a lengthy discussion among the Garland ISD Board of Trustees. The board considered several proposals during a special workshop session and during its regular meeting Tuesday, April 25. With numerous...

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