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Morgan Howard
Berry berry good

Berry berry good

Columnist John Moore picks blackberries each spring. Something he’s done for a very long time. Photo: John Moore There wasn’t anything accidental about blackberry season in our family. When harvest time came, dad had the harvest trip mapped out long before the berries...

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COVID-19 precautions mirror those for flu

COVID-19 precautions mirror those for flu

Collin County health officials have identified a presumptive positive case of novel coronavirus, COVID-19. A Frisco man in his 30’s who recently traveled to California is stable, in isolation in his home, and is being monitored by county health care staff. Collin...

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DCCCD begins consolidation process

DCCCD begins consolidation process

The Dallas County Community College District (DCCCD) is one step closer to becoming a single college. DCCCD trustees voted last week to change the school’s name to Dallas College, effective this coming June. That’s when the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools...

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Historical Society plans for future growth

Historical Society plans for future growth

Sachse Historical Society directors are looking to make some big changes. At their 31st annual meeting Sunday, March 1, they celebrated the accomplishments of 2019 and discussed how to grow their impact in the coming year.   For the full story, see the March 5...

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Opportunities abound for Spring Break

Opportunities abound for Spring Break

Spring Break lasts throughout next week, and though students may feel glad to be out of class, boredom can set in all too easily. Luckily, the area will have plenty of entertainment options available.   For the full story, see the March 4 issue or subscribe...

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Constructing a career

Constructing a career

Women in Construction celebrated Skanska, the company in charge of constructing Collin College’s Wylie campus, is kicking off Women’s History Month with a special week of its own. March 1-7 is Women in Construction (WIC) week. Across the nation, women from all areas...

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Sachse scholarship applications open

Sachse scholarship applications open

Senior students living in Sachse have a chance to win $1,000. The Sachse Scholarship – a partnership between the city and Community Waste Disposal (CWD) – will go to a student who “endorses the high character and values represented by the city of Sachse.”   For...

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Governor gives update on actions to combat Coronavirus

Governor gives update on actions to combat Coronavirus

AUSTIN — As the worldwide threat of novel coronavirus increased, state agencies already were working together to ensure the health and safety of all Texans, Gov. Greg Abbott said Feb. 27. After a briefing from state and federal health officials on coronavirus...

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