The dawn of a new year is a natural time to embrace positive change, and while resolutions often focus on personal health or fitness, an overlooked area for transformation is the home. A clutter-free, organized environment can make daily life more manageable and even...
Equine therapy program to aid incarcerated, non-violent veterans Judge John Roach, left, Pat Puckett and Collin County Sheriff Jim Skinner, at the first session of the VALOR/Collin County Sheriff’s Office Equine Therapy Program in October 2024. In December, the CCSO...
One tradition Sonia Duggan kept is gifting a unique ornament to my children the night we decorate the tree. Her childhood ornaments—each a small, tangible reminder of her parents’ love—now hang alongside the ornaments her sons have received since they were born....
Sue Halliday, Meals on Wheels volunteer coordinator for Wylie, picks up meals for the 13 stops on her designated route at the Wylie United Methodist Church each week. Meals on Wheels Collin County (MOWCC) is ramping up its call for volunteers as winter approaches,...
Wylie resident Lianne Crawford of Petite Reverie Farm will be one of 200-plus vendors showcasing their wares at this year’s Wylie Arts Festival Saturday, Dec. 7. Courtesy photo In an era dominated by mass production, there’s something uniquely personal about giving a...
Patty Drom, shown with dog Piper, her current competition dog, was recently inducted into the United States Dog Agility Association (USDAA) Hall of Fame. Drom was named a Pioneer of Dog Agility for her significant and lasting contributions to the sport. She lives in...
Wylie Cemetery will once again participate in Wreaths Across America next month, joining more than 4,500 locations nationwide in the mission to honor and remember the nation’s veterans. This year, the event, scheduled for 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, will also include...
A wide variety of items can be packed in the boxes including tools, toiletries, small toys, socks, art supplies and more. Courtesy photo Children in need around the world are set to experience the joy of Christmas through Operation Christmas Child, a project of...
DFW Jeep Girls recently held a food drive donating 350 pounds of food to 5 Loaves Food Pantry. Courtesy photo As the holiday season approaches, food pantries across Wylie and Sachse are preparing for an influx of families in need, driven by rising costs and persistent...
