Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick warned last week that the GOP risks losing its majority in the state House this November and urged party unity behind the winner of the May runoff between U.S. Sen. John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton. Without that unity, Patrick said that...
Children, teens and adults all had a chance to celebrate Halloween last week at various city events. For more photos, see the Nov. 7 issue or subscribe online. Photos by Morgan Howard •...
For Sachse resident Major Morris Shepherd, the Army provided more than a chance at adventure; it also gave him a passion for helping people. Shepherd was born on a farm in Grapeland in 1952, the youngest of eight children. His father fought in World War II and his...
When Garland ISD launched a new digital menu app at the beginning of the school year, officials weren’t quite sure what the response would be. Three months later, thousands of students have utilized the app for nutrition information, meal planning and giving feedback....
Who do you look up to? Who is it you admire and want to be like? I hope there’s someone who comes to mind for you. A recent study revealed the 15-29 year old demographic is more likely to say there’s no one they admire or want to be like. I read those results with...
Filing has officially opened for a special election to be held in January. From now until Monday, Nov. 18, residents may file to run in the race for Place 4 on city council. Bill Adams vacated the place when he resigned on Oct. 14. The winner will hold the seat until...
Dallas County Community College District is on a mission to create a more sustainable future for the next generation. Its annual Sustainability Summit is scheduled for next week, this year highlighted the link between sustainability practices and social justice....
GARLAND – Sachse has been on quite a roll in District 10-6A football. They’ve won the last four, after losing the opener, and are looking to make it five in a row against South Garland. For the full story, see the Oct. 31 issue or subscribe online. By...
Garland ISD is fighting flu season one shot at a time. The district began offering vaccination events last week, and residents have plenty of other chances to get their flu shots for free or reduced prices. For the full story, see the Oct. 31 issue or subscribe...
