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Local pantries expand summer outreach

Local pantries expand summer outreach

Hope for the Cities volunteers, from left, Eddie Caraway, left, Debra Robinson, Billie Albright and Charles Parham promote the Adopt-A-Lunch program for summer lunches at The Cross Church. Courtesy photo As the school year ends, so do school-provided breakfasts and...

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Early voting begins April 20 for May 2 election

Early voting begins April 20 for May 2 election

Early voting for the Saturday, May 2 general election begins Monday, April 20, with multiple polling locations available to Sachse residents in both Collin and Dallas counties. Eighteen polling sites across Collin County will be open during the early voting period,...

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GISD trustees OK policy changes

GISD trustees OK policy changes

Garland ISD trustees moved through a full agenda Tuesday, March 31, approving policy revisions, advancing district business and recognizing student achievements. Proceedings began with recognitions for multiple student accomplishments in state and national...

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Local students excel at district ag shows

Local students excel at district ag shows

Garland ISD students show sheepat the 82nd annual Ag Show & Sale March 24–27 at the district’s Agricultural Training Center. Courtesy Garland ISD Students from Garland and Wylie ISDs showcased months of hard work and hands-on agricultural experience during their...

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Safety campaign focuses on bicyclists, walkers

Safety campaign focuses on bicyclists, walkers

As warmer springtime weather brings out more pedestrians and bicyclists, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is launching a new “Be Safe. Drive Smart” safety campaign aimed at preventing collisions between motor vehicles and others sharing roadways....

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Nash named TCMA vice president

Nash named TCMA vice president

Mayor Jeff Bickerstaff congratulates Sachse City Manager Nash for being appointed vice president of the Texas Association of City Managers. Courtesy City of Sachse After nearly two decades in municipal management, Sachse City Manager Gina Nash is stepping into a new...

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CASA volunteers advocate for children in crisis

CASA volunteers advocate for children in crisis

CASA volunteer Dawn Brucher has mediated between teens and foster families. Courtesy art When a child is removed from an unsafe home, they lose more than a place to live. They lose familiar routines, classrooms, friendships and, often, contact with siblings — all in a...

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