Sachse residents are rallying behind their city in a friendly competition with neighboring Rowlett to benefit the North Texas Food Bank. The two cities are facing off in the “Peanut Butter Bowl” as part of the North Texas Food Bank’s annual Peanut Butter Drive, which...
Garland ISD reported an overall 2026 accountability score of 86, a five-point increase over the past two years, as more than 95% of district campuses earned an acceptable accountability rating. For the second consecutive year, no Garland ISD campus received an F...
Collin County voters will decide Nov. 3 whether to authorize up to $817.5 million in bonds for county facilities, roads and bridges, parks and open space, and a new elections and records storage facility. The Collin County Commissioners Court called the bond election...
The Wylie Historical Society will celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary with history, fashion and a look at how family stories can become historical works during its Celebrate America 250 BBQ Luncheon Saturday, Aug. 29. The luncheon begins at 11 a.m. at St....
Six candidates are seeking seats on the Wylie Independent School District Board of Trustees in the Nov. 3 election, including three incumbents and three candidates competing for an open seat. Jacob Day, Place 6; Stacie Smith, Place 1; and Virdie Montgomery, Place 5,...
Texans can save money on tax-free purchases of most clothing, footwear, school supplies and backpacks — selling for less than $100 — during the Tax-Free weekend, a yearly event begun in 1999, the state comptroller’s office says. Qualifying items can be purchased...
Registration is open for the Sachse Police Department’s R.A.D. Basic self-defense course, a free program designed to teach women practical techniques for protecting themselves. The Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) program is a nationally recognized course that...
After months of preparation, the 42-member cast of “Newsies” is ready to take the stage this weekend. Courtesy Wylie Acting Group By Allison LaBrot | [email protected] Wylie Acting Group (WAG), a nonprofit community theater organization, is gearing up for two...
Members of the Wylie East Solar Car Team and advisers pose with the “East Beast 2.0,” before departing for the 2026 Solar Car Challenge. The team is competing in the five-day, cross-Texas event this week. Photo Courtesy Wylie East Solar Car Team By Allison LaBrot |...
