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On track for holiday fun

On track for holiday fun

Take an excursion aboard one of the many holiday trains with the kids or grandkids this season. Whether you’re young, old or somewhere in between and craving a memorable Christmas experience that doesn’t involve hours in the car searching for lights, gather your loved...

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City kicks off seasonal programs for residents

City kicks off seasonal programs for residents

This home on Rosewood Lane in Sachse was one of 18 homes on last year’s Trail of Lights. Register now through Dec. 10 at cityofsachse.com to be included. With the holidays approaching, the city has opened two seasonal programs aimed at convenience and cheer: a free...

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Cates Control Systems to headquarter in Wylie

Cates Control Systems to headquarter in Wylie

Artist rendering of the Cates Control Systems manufacturing facilty to be located in Wylie. Courtesy photo Cates Control Systems has selected Wylie as the site for its new corporate headquarters and manufacturing facility, marking an $8.5 million investment expected...

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Pumpkin perfection

Pumpkin perfection

Delicious soup perfect for the season Cooler weather arrives just as prime entertaining season heats up. Those who will be hosting gatherings soon can expand their recipe repertoire to feed guests and keep them satisfied. Borrowing some flavors from the season can...

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Community celebrates final phase of J.K. Sachse Park

Community celebrates final phase of J.K. Sachse Park

Mayor Jeff Bickerstaff, joined by members of Sachse City Council and city staff, cuts the ribbon Saturday, Nov. 1, to officially celebrate completion of J.K. Sachse Park. Residents braved gray skies and cool mid-50s temperatures Saturday, Nov. 1, as the City of Sachse...

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5 Loaves marks decade of service with new name, mural

5 Loaves marks decade of service with new name, mural

Mark Hernandez, artist, with the new mural he created for 5 Loaves Ministries. A decade after opening its doors to help feed families in need, 5 Loaves Food Pantry celebrated its 10-year anniversary Wednesday, Oct. 29, with an open house, ribbon cutting, and a new...

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Wall that Heals brings remembrance, reflection

Wall that Heals brings remembrance, reflection

A woman and two children make an etching of a loved one’s name at The Wall That Heals in Wylie at Founders Park Sunday, Nov. 2. Courtesy Craig Kelly/City of Wylie The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter-scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C.,...

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Not making cents

Not making cents

Columnist John Moore has collected pennies all of his life. Including this 1934 Lincoln wheat penny. He’ll miss the penny when it’s gone. Courtesy John Moore There’s a scene in The Grapes of Wrath when two children ask for candy in a store and it costs more than the...

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