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Trustees welcome new leaders

Trustees welcome new leaders

Wylie ISD trustees addressed leadership appointments, academic performance, budget planning and tax rate adoption during their Monday, Aug. 18 regular meeting — the first of the 2024-25 school year. Trustees welcomed Craig Needham as the new Executive Director of Fine...

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Abbott calls second special session

Abbott calls second special session

Gov. Greg Abbott on Friday called lawmakers back to the Capitol for a second special session, setting forth 19 agenda items he said are critical to addressing recent disasters and longstanding policy goals. The session began at noon on August 15, following a...

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Parks and Rec to host fall events

Parks and Rec to host fall events

Sunday morning competition heats up on the pickleball courts at JK Sachse Park. Sachse Parks and Recreation is engaging with the community through several events and programs this fall. An afternoon of out-of-this-world activities for mothers and sons is part of the...

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City holds tax rate steady, $68K budget surplus

Sachse council has accepted a proposed budget from City Manager Gina Nash that keeps the municipal tax rate at its current level and leaves the city coffers with a surplus of about $68,000 at the end of the 2025-2026 budget year. Meeting at its regular session Aug....

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City to hold Sept. 2 hearing

City to hold Sept. 2 hearing

Based on the proposed budget, the median homestead property tax bill would rise from $2,590 to $2,768, an increase of $178. Sachse residents will have a chance to weigh in on the city’s proposed operating budget for fiscal year 2025-26 during a public hearing set for...

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GISD, WISD post strong state ratings for 2024-25

GISD, WISD post strong state ratings for 2024-25

Sachse High School maintained an A rating with a scaled score of 93 for the second year in a row. Scores improved in Student Achievement, School Progress and College, Career and Military Readiness. Garland Independent School District earned an overall B rating for the...

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Brown House exhibits focus on food, fashion

Brown House exhibits focus on food, fashion

The World’s Fair of 1904 debuted several foods that are enjoyed today. The “Food, Glorious Food” exhibit at the Brown House shares the stories behind the ice cream cone, Jell-O and more. The Brown House has brought back two popular exhibits with improved layouts...

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City seeks volunteers for boards, commissions

City seeks volunteers for boards, commissions

The city of Sachse is inviting residents to take an active role in shaping the community by applying to serve on one of its boards or commissions. These volunteer positions offer a chance to share expertise, provide input on key issues and work alongside city leaders...

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