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WISD to hold public hearing

WISD to hold public hearing

The Wylie Independent School District will hold a public meeting at 7 p.m. on June 16, at the Wylie ISD Administration Building, 951 S. Ballard Ave., to discuss the district’s proposed budget and tax rate for the upcoming fiscal year. Community members are encouraged...

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City offices closed Feb. 24

City offices closed Feb. 24

All Sachse city facilities will be closed Thursday, Feb. 24 because of winter weather. Police and fire services will not be affected by the closure and will be available for emergency situations. CWD will also not pick up tomorrow because of the weather.

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Schools closed Feb. 24

Schools closed Feb. 24

All Garland ISD schools and offices will be closed Thursday, Feb. 24 because of winter weather. After-school activities Wednesday, Feb. 23 are also canceled. Any sports or arts practices today will conclude by 5 p.m.

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Police Chief gives yearly crime report

Police Chief gives yearly crime report

Sachse’s overall total number of crimes increased, but the increase should not cause alarm. Police Chief Bryan Sylvester presented the city’s annual crime statistics during the regular council meeting Monday, Feb. 21. “Although we had a jump in crime, 2020 was an...

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Sachse loses in area round

Sachse loses in area round

Despite jumping out to a quick lead, the Sachse Lady Mustangs couldn't win in the area championship round. Sachse (13-0, 22-9) lost 46-45 on Thursday night against Cedar Hill. The Lady Mustangs led 13-3 in the first quarter and held a four-point halftime lead, but...

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Secretary of state releases mail-in voting information

Secretary of state releases mail-in voting information

The deadline to file an application for a mail-in ballot is Friday, Feb. 18. Texas Secretary of State John Scott released step-by-step instructions on new identification requirements for mail-in ballots. Scott reminded Texans that the new application for ballot by...

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City Secretary takes winding path to role

City Secretary takes winding path to role

A city secretary does more than just take notes at a council meeting or organize city records. Sachse announced Leah Granger would become the city’s permanent secretary after removing her interim tag during the Jan. 18 regular council meeting. Granger was sworn in...

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Council hears update on Charter Review Commission

Council hears update on Charter Review Commission

One of the most important legal documents of the city will be reviewed — and updated — after eight years. Sachse’s charter was last amended in 2013, a process completed by most cities every five to 10 years. A city’s charter is drafted after it reaches 5,000 people....

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Teachers of the year recognized at chamber banquet

Teachers of the year recognized at chamber banquet

The Sachse Chamber of Commerce took the opportunity to recognize achievements of the community in 2021. Several awards were presented by Chamber directors Jeanie Marten, Marty Kogel and Chairperson Teddy Kinzer during the awards banquet Thursday, Feb. 10 hosted at...

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