Dallas and Collin counties are moving forward with fiscal 2027 budgets that include major spending decisions and changes in property tax rates, although the two counties face different circumstances as they finalize their plans. Dallas County commissioners approved a...
Wylie High School Principal Virdie Montgomery has gained national attention for going the extra mile, or 800 miles, to remind his senior students they are in his thoughts. Montgomery, with wife Pam as chauffeur and navigator, drove 800 miles over 12 days to...
In response to losses sustained because of the COVID-19 crisis, Sachse City Council last week approved a grant program that provides up to $5,000 in relief to businesses. The decision resulted from an executive session held after the Monday, May 4 council meeting....
Wylie East girls hauled in all-district honors for the 2020 soccer season. They earned five superlatives, led by 10-5A Most Valuable Player junior Jayme Bailey. Junior Tristyn Gaida was the Defensive MVP. Collecting Utility Player of the Year was senior Reece...
As Texas slowly begins reopening, city staff members are trying to find a way to obey state orders while also keeping residents safe. Sachse City Council met in regular session via Zoom Monday, May 4. They began with their new norm: hearing updates on the COVID-19...
Major U.S. businesses are adjusting operations, laying off employees or reducing hours in response to the coronavirus outbreak. It’s uncharted territory for the nation, and companies from large brands to small businesses, like everyone else, are operating without...
The hours won’t be as long, and not all parts of the library will be available, but we are still excited to be open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. We’re working hard to comply with the 25% capacity mandate by Governor Abbott, so we’re asking that our...
Shakespeare wrote that all the world’s a stage, and Wylie High’s drama department is proving just how true that is. Between virtual class meetings, bedroom monologues and even video chats with professionals 1,000 miles away, theatre students are redefining what a...
Helping hands from several different sources can make a difference for many as communities follow the governor’s guidelines to keep everyone safe. Over the past six weeks, the dining rooms of area restaurants have sat empty as owners and managers served customers...
