Historic downtown Wylie will take on a Bavarian flavor in early October, with Oktoberfest celebrations offering everything from German music and steinholding contests to a village stroll and racing dachshunds. The festivities will center around downtown Friday through...
When the State Fair of Texas opens Friday, Sept. 25, visitors will find plenty of local talent among the award-winning entries inside the Creative Arts Building. From an intricate crocheted blanket and a landscape made from nearly 58,000 seed beads to handmade...
The Sachse Historical Society is serving up dessert with a side of history during its upcoming “Dessert and Learn” event Thursday, Sept. 24. The program, part of the society’s America 250 activities, will be held from 7-9 p.m. at the Sachse Historical Society Museum,...
Knowing what to do in the first moments of an active threat can make a difference, and the Sachse Police Department is offering residents an opportunity to learn how to respond. The department will host a free Civilian Response to an Active Shooter Event, or CRASE,...
Monday, Oct. 5, is the last day to register to vote. New Secretary of State Robert Howden has rolled out an online portal that allows Texans to confirm their active voter registration, register to vote in the upcoming election on Tuesday, Nov. 3, or make changes to a...
Rooted, a devotional app created by Ashley Carlisle, was developed to help users strengthen their faith. For Ashley Carlisle, growth does not always begin where it can be seen. Sometimes, it starts in darkness — with no outward sign that circumstances are changing or...
As political and social divisions increasingly play out online and in communities, the Rotary Club of Wylie is inviting residents to step away from the noise and meet face to face. The club will host its inaugural Rotary Peace Summit from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday,...
Collin County Health Care Services has been notified that an individual who spent time in Collin County on Friday, Aug. 14, and Saturday, Aug. 15, has tested positive for measles. Officials say the individual visited three public venues while infectious: Turrentine...
The Northplace Young Adults team poses with local missionaries and members of Hope Church Ennis on the last day of their mission trip to Ireland. After a week of camps, events and services, the group ended their time with a day spent visiting Bunratty Castle and the...
