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Sewell Spring Fling draws big crowd

Sewell Spring Fling draws big crowd

Betelehem, left, and a friend play on inflatable hoppers from the City of Sachse’s T.R.A.I.N. during Sewell Elementary’s Spring Fling on Friday, April 24. Shelley Dowdle / The Sachse News Warm, sunny weather helped draw hundreds of families to Sewell Elementary for...

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Shelter supervisor goes from rescues to retirement

Shelter supervisor goes from rescues to retirement

Terri O’Neal, Animal Services Supervisor, led the shelter team for the past 18 years. Courtesy Sachse Animal Shelter After nearly two decades of dedicated service to the city, Sachse Animal Shelter Supervisor Terri O’Neal officially retired Thursday, June 26. A...

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Hope for the Cities opens new resource center

Hope for the Cities opens new resource center

Hope for the Cities volunteers pack lunches for weekly distribution. Courtesy photo Hope for the Cities celebrated the grand opening of its new Resource Center Tuesday, June 24, marking a significant step in the organization’s mission to provide holistic support and...

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No more paper license plates

No more paper license plates

A new law now requires Texas vehicle dealers to issue metal license plates instead of temporary paper tags. Temporary paper license plates are disappearing from Texas vehicles. Under a law passed by the 88th Legislature two years ago, Monday, July 1, is the date for...

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Wylie ISD trustees approve budget

Wylie ISD trustees approve budget

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...

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Free ham radio class offered June 28

Free ham radio class offered June 28

The Saturday, June 28 ham radio class offers valuable knowledge that participants can use during emergencies and disaster. Eager individuals who want to learn more after the class can choose to purchase a 2-meter radio, such as the one above, or a handheld model....

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City council considers employee pay overhaul

City council considers employee pay overhaul

The Sachse City Council is inching toward revamping its pay and benefits schedule for city employees. During its regular meeting June 16, council members received a detailed report from Sarah Towne, a representative of consulting firm Baker Tilly. Towne outlined...

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Cities ready to celebrate Fourth of July

Cities ready to celebrate Fourth of July

This year’s Red White and Blue Blast will have the same great band, The Party Machine, along with food, kids activities, fireworks and more Thursday, July 3. Independence Day is just around the corner, and communities throughout Collin County are gearing up for a...

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