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Historical haunts planned for Sachse, Wylie

Historical haunts planned for Sachse, Wylie

In just a few weeks, area residents can learn some ghostly local history. In collaboration with the Sachse Historical Society and the Sachse Cemetery Board, a Celebration of Souls is planned that includes arts and crafts for children, education about Dia de los...

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Bond 1023 update at WISD meeting

Bond 1023 update at WISD meeting

The second regular trustee meeting of the school year on Sept. 18 had several recognitions, information on a new initiative, and a Bond 2023 update. Recognitions included the Wylie High School Theatre team for receiving an award of distinction by the Texas Education...

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New ammo for fentanyl battle

New ammo for fentanyl battle

Fentanyl poisoning continues to claim a growing percentage of drug deaths in the state, according to the Texas Health Data dashboard published online by the Department of State Health Services (DSHS). As of Aug. 25, 45.39% of all drug deaths were attributed to...

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EVs charging ahead in a green revolution

EVs charging ahead in a green revolution

Collin County ranks fourth statewide in the number of electric vehicles (EV) registered, according to Dallas-Fort Worth Clean Cities and the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG). Overall, Texas had 217,000 EVs registered as of Aug. 22. Although Harris...

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Championship rodeo celebrates 30th year

Championship rodeo celebrates 30th year

One of the most popular local events of the year — the Wylie Championship Rodeo — attracted large crowds from near and far seeking family friendly entertainment last weekend. Hosted by the Wylie Chamber of Commerce, along with help from the city, Wylie ISD and a large...

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Second chances

Second chances

Multi-organ transplant helps Wylie resident keep the beat Gynovel Henry is alive today because people cared enough to donate the gift of life. The 53-year-old transplant patient has been blessed with two perfect heart donor matches in the last five years — and one...

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WISD bond election, tax rate discussed

WISD bond election, tax rate discussed

Fresh off the start of the 2023-24 (FY24) school year, Wylie ISD trustees had photo ops, campus security and STAAR updates and a tax rate and bond election to consider. During their first regular trustee meeting of the school year, officials had the opportunity to...

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