Columnist John Moore has played guitar since he was eight. The Doobie Brothers helped remind him of why he still plays. Photo John Moore When I first picked up a guitar in 1970, my fingers didn’t make the sounds I wanted to hear. But I knew that if I kept trying, I...
As Wylie High School continues to undergo construction, the completed installation of a spirit-filled new structure to its front lawn joins the changes. A three dimensional, metal sign reading “AHMO Pirates” welcomes students, teachers and the greater community to...
Sachse City Council last week approved and adopted the budget for fiscal year 2020-21 of just over $47 million and a property tax rate of 72 cents per $100 assessed valuation. The budget goes into effect starting Oct. 1. Property tax bills using the new rate will be...
Five straight district championships later, Sachse wants to continue dominating the district. The volleyball team once again enters the 2020 season as favorites to take home the title of district champions again, led by a strong returning core. Last season was their...
Mayors from Sachse, Wylie and Rowlett took advantage of an opportunity to participate in a virtual Mayor Luncheon. The annual event, held at Woodbridge County Club in the past, was hosted by the Sachse Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Linebarger, Goggan, Blain and...
The 2020-21 school year is off to an unusual, yet auspicious start, according to Garland Independent School District Superintendent Ricardo Lopez. In a State of the ISD address to the Sachse Chamber of Commerce Tues, Sept. 8, which also marked the return of...
The newest member of the Raiders varsity team is garnering national recognition. Sophomore Anthony James, the Wylie East defensive end who played on the freshman team last season, was ranked as the No. 46 player in the country for the class of 2023 by 247sports....
Sachse Fire-Rescue (SF-R) sent personnel and equipment to help with Tropical Storm Marco and Hurricane Laura. Personnel was first sent August 23 and included David Traynham, who was deployed as a Coach Bus Medic. Traynham rode on the bus where he assisted anyone that...
The persistence of the COVID-19 pandemic made for some significant changes to summer routines for many students and their families. Time typically spent at camps, visiting waterparks or hanging out with friends was likely spent in more socially distant ways. For...
