Steve Hammerle addresses the crowd Sunday after Sachse High School’s gymnasium was dedicated in his honor. The former principal, who spent nearly 50 years in public education, called the recognition “the highlight of my career.” John Kanelis/The Sachse News They made...
Collin County Sheriff Jim Skinner says deputies and officers from other agencies have been rounding up suspects in an organized effort to scam the elderly. The sheriff said more than $7 million in cash and gold had been stolen from the retirement savings of around 200...
Bryan Stephens of Lavon, right, responds to a crash in Sachse after a truck struck a light pole and came to rest on a median during icy conditions last week. Stephens assisted Sachse police officers and firefighters with clearing debris and removing the light pole...
A light City Council agenda Monday night put the spotlight squarely on the Sachse Police Department’s annual year-end review, which showed fewer violent crimes despite an increase in overall calls for service. Police Chief Bryan Sylvester and Assistant Chief Steve...
The Sachse City Council unanimously approved more than $3 million in expenditures Tuesday to bolster the city’s fire and emergency medical response capabilities. Council members approved two resolutions authorizing the purchase of a new fire truck and an ambulance....
Snow, ice and freezing temperatures didn’t stop Sachse resident Brandi Petee from venturing out over the weekend. Photo courtesy Nate Petee A prolonged winter storm brought freezing rain, sleet and snow to Sachse over the weekend, prompting city officials to activate...
The Wylie ISD Board of Trustees held its regular meeting Monday, Jan. 20, outlining multiple developments and updates planned for the district this year. The meeting opened with several recognitions, including the appointment of Janet Wyatt as Achieve Academy...
A monument on the grounds of the Texas Capitol in Austin provides the text of the Ten Commandments specified under SB 10. Courtesy Library of Congress All 17 members of a federal appeals court in New Orleans have heard arguments in two cases challenging laws requiring...
The Sachse Chamber of Commerce is continuing to sharpen its focus on business advocacy, community engagement and economic development under the leadership of Executive Director Jeff Johnson, rolling out new initiatives aimed at better connecting local businesses with...
