Cool coastal escapes for one final getaway By Carrie Dunlea By August, many Texans have had enough. Triple-digit temperatures, baked sidewalks and endless afternoons indoors have us dreaming of somewhere cooler. Fortunately, late summer can be one of the best times to...
Glass artist Jamaison Schuler placed second in the State Fair theme division for professionals this year. He also placed third for glass. Over the last four years, the artist has won eight in all: three blue, three red, a third place and an honorable mention. Courtesy...
Hope’s Gate is hosting its annual Hope under the Stars Saturday Oct. 11 in Wylie’s Olde City Park. Sponsorships are still available and tickets are on sale now. Olde City Park will once again be transformed into an elegant dining venue as Hope’s Gate hosts its sixth...
Matt Beal, a Sachse resident, works nights and weekends building custom furniture. Courtesy photo When the workday ends for Sachse resident Matt Beal, his career in software security fades into the background, replaced by the whir of saws and the smell of freshly cut...
The Wranglers Equestrian Drill team performs 10-12 times per year, including some rodeos, along with competitions, the Fort Work Stock Show and more. The team is coached by April Evans, left, of Lucas. Courtesy photo When the lights come up and the announcer’s voice...
Mark Hernadez, artist and middle school art teacher, will debut a new exhibit, Sentimientos del Macho, Sept. 6-27 at Artes de la Rosa Cultural Center in Fort Worth. Courtesy photo Lavon resident Mark Hernandez, 39, a middle school art teacher, is preparing to debut...
Texas Country Music Hall of Famer Clay Cooper took to the Wylie Opry stage Saturday, Aug. 2, along with his sons, Colt, left, and Caden. A Wylie native, Cooper started his career at the Opry at age 13. He now owns a venue in Branson, Missouri, where he performs...
Brother Al Draper shares memories of Raymond Cooper during the Night to Remember gala Saturday, Aug. 2, at Collin College. Raymond Cooper’s legacy of service and compassion took center stage Saturday night as the Wylie community gathered to honor the late...
Taco Delite in Wylie opened its doors in 1987 and closed its doors for good last weekend. The owners report the property has been sold. Customers yearning for one last taste of Taco Delite braved long lines both inside and out last week after longtime Wylie owners...
