Student recognitions and new leadership appointments kicked off last week’s Wylie ISD board meeting, before trustees turned their attention to next year’s budget. The board welcomed Mary Zucha as the new principal of Cooper Junior High, following the promotion of...
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.
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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
After serving three terms on the Sachse City Council, Jeff Bickerstaff is looking to build on the city’s progress. “I would like to continue the progress the city has made over the past several years,” Bickerstaff said. “This includes maintaining our wonderful quality...
