Collin County property values continued to rise in 2026, though growth slowed sharply from the prior year, according to certified estimated taxable values released by the Collin Central Appraisal District. The district mailed 2026 real property appraisal notices April...
Addy was one of the volunteers at the 5 Loaves Back 2 School Bash. Courtesy photo Local students are ready for class thanks to the Back 2 School Bash hosted by 5 Loaves Food Pantry last month. More than 300 children and their families enjoyed an afternoon of...
Vegan Burritos If every moment of school days feels like a rush in your house, you’re not alone. Packing backpacks and lunchboxes in the morning can be a chore, not to mention after-school activities that put a dent in dinner planning. Saving a few precious seconds...
Wylie ISD will host a public meeting at 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 18, to present its proposed 2025–26 budget and tax rate, which remains unchanged from last year. Community members are invited to attend and participate in the discussion, which will outline how the...
Texas families could save $132 million this weekend in the annual back-to-school sales tax holiday, said acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock. The event runs Friday, Aug. 8, through midnight, Sunday, Aug. 10. “Back-to-school costs can add up fast,” Hancock said....
Columnist John Moore learned early what his mom meant when she spoke. He's pictured with his mother in 1963.Courtesy John Moore Being a kid in the South required being able to speak Mom. For example: “We’re you raised in a barn?” didn’t actually mean, “We’re you...
The Choo Choo Express’ conductor offers rides to visitors of all ages during the second annual Train Day Saturday, July 26. The trackless train’s route began near the former location of Sachse’s original train depot and traveled to the Sachse Caboose. The Sachse...
Columnist John Moore grew up in Little River County, Arkansas. Where they still say, “y’all.” Courtesy John Moore According to Merriam-Webster, a colloquialism is “a local or regional dialect expression.” Another definition? Language that’s “unacceptably informal.”...
When the sun sets and the day’s to-do list winds down, the real magic of family time can begin. Whether you’re squeezing in quality moments on a weeknight or enjoying a laid-back weekend at home, evening hours offer unique opportunities to connect. And according to a...
