Complete, unofficial returns from the Nov. 4 election show all 17 proposed amendments to the Texas Constitution passed in Collin County, as they did in statewide balloting. Results are not official until canvassed by the Texas Legislature. Collin County Elections...
The implementation of vote centers and new equipment has sent the price of Dallas County elections soaring for local entities such as Garland ISD. When approving the call for the May 6 election that will include two trustee races and a $1.2 billion bond package, Board...
As the weather warms up this spring, attendees of the Laurie Schwenk Senior Activity Center can expect an outdoor trip — and a couple other indoor ones — when the calendar turns to April. Robin Woodward, the senior center manager, said the trips and several other...
Earlier this month, delegates from several churches within the North Texas Conference of the United Methodist Church formalized a disaffiliation. While some churches elected to leave for the Global Methodist Church or go independent, they were able to take their...
The specifics of a potential rental program were debated by Sachse City Council as other cities in the area look to impose restrictions of their own on certain rental properties. Nearby comparator cities Garland, Rowlett and Richardson all have a rental inspection...
With a bond, school district trustee positions and a council election in May, Sachse residents who intend to cast their ballot in the May 6 elections need to ensure they have registered to vote by Thursday, April 6. Voters will have the chance to elect city council...
An annual Easter tradition for Sachse residents returns a little earlier than last year because of the April 9 holiday in 2023. Sachse hosts three activities: its traditional Easter Egg Scramble, doggie bone hunt and flashlight egg hunt Sunday, April 1, at Heritage...
Students at Wylie East High School organized the first-ever Culture Day last week where they showcased different countries and cultures of their heritage. The event was held during the power hour period on campus Wednesday, March 15, at the school. Madison Riffe,...
Last week, The Sachse News highlighted a woman making an impact in city government. This week, the focus shifts to Garland ISD, which has a number of important women in senior leadership positions, including its general counsel. Lisa Ray, general counsel for Garland...
