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...
Garland ISD announced it would put its summer strength and conditioning programs on hold. The district issued the following statement Monday morning. With the rise of COVID-19 cases across Texas, and Dallas County being one of the hardest hit, Garland ISD continues to...
Applications for new student housing at Collin College are now open with limited space available. The newly renovated student housing is located on the college’s Plano Campus (Spring Creek) at 2800 E. Spring Creek Parkway in Plano. The college...
It’s all over…our nation has erupted into a racial divide…probably the most unrest that we’ve seen in our lifetime. So many people are searching for a solution and many others are simply unaware of what they can possibly do. I don’t honestly know if there’s anything...
Although summer doesn’t officially begin until this weekend, rising temperatures and lack of rain are already causing problems for some Texans. So far this year, two children across the U.S. – including one from the Houston area – have died. Kidsandcars.org found...
Caution advised as state reopening continues The reopening of Texas and subsequent protests in the area could be cause for concern in relation to the continued rise in COVID cases. While some may think the concern is justified, others may attribute the rise to the...
An entire day dedicated to dear ol’ dad may not be enough to show the depths of your appreciation, but a hug, a heartfelt thanks and some quality time (even from afar) are great places to start. When it comes to giving gifts for Father’s Day, practical and...
Families of Garland ISD students don’t have to go far to seek medical attention for common ailments – they don’t even have to leave their living rooms. Thanks to a partnership with Hazel Health, students in the district can utilize free telehealth for the rest of the...
Last week, 716 students from Sachse High School got their long-awaited diplomas. Graduation was held at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 11 at Globe Life Field in Arlington. To allow for social distancing, seniors were spaced out on the field and families were spaced out in...
