By Carrie Dunlea Retirement often brings more freedom, but it can also mean fewer daily opportunities to connect with others. Whether you're newly retired or simply looking to expand your circle, building new friendships can improve both physical and mental well-being...
Garland Independent School District students now have access to free virtual doctor visits thanks to a partnership with Hazel Health. The service has been expanded to all GISD campuses since piloting the program at Wallace Ethridge Elementary School, E.D. Bussey...
With a playoff spot already clinched, Sachse can use its matchup with Naaman Forest as a playoff tune-up while also trying to get back to.500. The Mustangs currently sit at 3-4 with a 2-3 district record and they take on the Rangers, who are the top-ranked team in the...
Collin County Detention Officer Joseph Quillen Jr. died in the early evening hours of Tuesday, Dec. 1 after contracting COVID-19. Quillen, who served six years in the Navy, worked as a detention officers for 19 years in Collin County, earning a Master Jailers...
Firefighters everywhere could soon be using technology created by GISD students. A group of Garland Independent School District students won a $10,000 grant from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) for a system they built that could sanitize...
Christmas-time events are right around the corner, even as residents look forward to celebrating Thanksgiving this week. The Christmas Extravaganza in Sachse has been canceled this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but officials are still planning something special...
Sachse City Council voted to canvass the election results during the regular meeting held Monday, Nov. 16. Councilmember Brett Franks began the meeting by complimenting efforts by city staff and the police and fire departments to provide fun and safe alternatives to...
The Michael J. Felix Community Center had just when the COVID-19 pandemic forced officials to shut the doors. In June, the community center reopened its doors to the public with reduced hours and is now offering several classes and activities to residents. The staff...
Heading into the first round of the playoffs, Sachse volleyball prepared for a competitive playoff match to test the team. After being swept by Lovejoy last Saturday the Lady Mustangs were hoping for a strong matchup to start their quest for a state title. But their...
