The cast and crew are putting the final touches on the play “Witches? In Salem?” Performances will be at Wylie High School Oct. 11 -12. A Wylie Theatre witch hunt is in the works for the program’s fall show. The students will perform “Witches!? In Salem?!” Friday,...
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Residents oppose liquor stores in city
More than 30 Murphy residents appeared before city council to protest the idea of allowing the retail sale of liquor in package stores. Stephen Ventura/Unsplash More than 30 Murphy residents appeared before city council to protest the idea of allowing the retail sale...
Problems linked to border security explored
Lindsey Speed, executive director of Traffick911, explains how young people become vulnerable to trafficking. Speakers at a townhall on border security have called for more government action and better coordination of resources to cut down on illegal immigration,...
Aw shucks: Maize Days 2024 is over
A brother and sister prepare for a Ballistic ride spin at Murphy’s 15th Annual Maize Days. Call it corny, but Murphy’s 15th Annual Maize Days festival in Central Park had more things to do than kernels on a foot-long ear of corn. New this year was a $10...
Murphy man dies in weekend crash
The Plano Police Department is investigating a fatal motorcycle crash involving a Murphy man.Police said Antonio Thomas Elizondo, 27, died Saturday morning, Oct. 5, in a collision with a car in East Plano. The accident took place about 10:30 a.m., Detective Alexandra...
Sports
Hays’ late TD run lifts Plano East in 34-31 thriller
Plano East senior quarterback Jackson Hays threw for 246 yards and also rushed for the game-winning, 4-yard touchdown run in the Panthers' 34-31 come-from-behind win over McKinney Boyd from McKinney ISD Stadium on Thursday. Photo by Roosevelt Joubert / C&S Media...
Plano East continues hot streak with sweep of Princeton
Plano East players watch as sophomore outside hitter Grace Pinegar jumps in the air for a hitting attempt during Tuesday's 3-0 (25-13, 25-10, 25-13) win over Princeton. Photo by Victor Tapia / Murphy Monitor By David Wolman [email protected] PRINCETON -- Plano...
Prosper hands Plano East 1st loss
Plano East sophomore Kareem Pittman attempts to run around a Prosper defender during Friday's District 6-6A game from Tom Kimbrough Stadium. Photo by Roosevelt Joubert / C&S Media By Seth Dowdle [email protected] Prosper (3-1, 2-0 District 6-6A) controlled...
Plano East improves to 4-0 with win over cross-town rival Plano West
Plano East senior wide receiver Ryan Fariello applies a stiff-arm on the facemask of Plano West defender Joshua Radek during Friday's District 6-6A football game at Clark Stadium. The Panthers defeated the Wolves 27-14. Photo by Roosevelt Joubert / C&S Media By...
Volleyball roundup: Plano East sweeps Prosper Rock Hill, improves to 4-1 in 9-6A
Plano East sophomore outside hitter Grace Pinegar hits the ball around the hands of Prosper Rock Hill freshman Hayden Thomas for a point during a District 6-6A volleyball match at Plano East on Tuesday, Sept. 17. The Lady Panthers defeated the Lady Blue Hawks in three...
Education
Witches!? In Wylie ?!
The cast and crew are putting the final touches on the play “Witches? In Salem?” Performances will be at Wylie High School Oct. 11 -12. A Wylie Theatre witch hunt is in the works for the program’s fall show. The students will perform “Witches!? In Salem?!” Friday,...
Domestic Violence Awareness highlighted at event
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, several nonprofit organizations are coming together to host an event aimed at raising awareness and providing education on intimate partner violence. The event, titled...
School accountability grades still blocked
An Austin judge has continued the court order blocking the Texas Education Agency (TEA) from releasing its A-F accountability ratings for public schools. Travis County Judge Daniella DeSeta Lyttle scheduled a trial in February on the suit filed by five independent...
Dealing with student discipline a top priority for district
Wylie ISD officials want to do something to better deal with student discipline, as there have been reports of 65 employees who have been physically hurt by students since the beginning of the 2024-25 school year, with 19 of these people requiring medical care for...
Retired school employees reach out to community, state
Hartman kindergarteners show books purchased thanks to the Wylie Retired School Educators (WRSE) Children’s Book Project last year. Courtesy photo For 13 years, the Wylie Retired School Employees (WRSE) have proved that the work of educators and school district...
Life & Style
Planning the perfect road trip: Tips for an unforgettable journey
Planning head can make the difference between a so-so road trip and a perfect road trip. Road trips are a quintessential way to explore new places, reconnect with nature, or simply enjoy the thrill of the open road. Whether you’re planning a weekend escape or a...
Iceboxes are cool
Columnist John Moore has an ice box that's been in his family for a long time. One that still works if he ever needs it. Courtesy John Moore The fridge. Frigerator. Some even called it, “The Frigidaire.” A few decades ago it had many names. Growing up, my family...
Exploring America’s autumnal treasures
Eureka Springs, Arkansas: A Victorian Gem in the Ozarks. Kary Bjorn Photography/Unsplash As the heat of summer fades into the crisp embrace of autumn, September offers a perfect opportunity for travel across the U.S. The month’s moderate weather, stunning fall foliage...
Successful kitchen renovation tips: What to know before you start
Kitchens are often described as the most popular room in a home, and that’s not mere conjecture. A survey from House Digest asked participants to identify the room they consider most important in their homes, and roughly 41 percent chose the kitchen. Residents tend to...
Keep migrating birds in the dark
Light pollution confuses birds as they fly south Since most birds migrate at night, light pollution can cause birds to become disoriented and attracted to urban centers where they be killed by flying into buildings. Photo courtesy Reinout Dujardin/Pixabay The...
Opinion
Our stories shape the stories that matter most
It seems like about every time I am out in the public, no matter what the occasion, once someone realizes I own the local paper they seem anxious to tell me something. And in more cases than not, it is how something someone has read impacts their lives. For...
2024 trip prices far from magical
Photo by Ricardo Guzman, Pixabay As we left Ashdown, Arkansas, in my mom’s 1971 Buick Electra 225 Limited, my mom turned to my dad and asked, “Jimmy, are you sure we have enough money?” He responded, “Well, Mary. If four hundred dollars isn’t enough to spend two weeks...
Keep information laws working as intended to help all Texans
When it’s time to take a hard look at our public officials and decide which ones to re-elect – or reject – we need information.A major source of that information is the government itself. Access to public records and meetings is essential for us to know the facts and...
The screening process
Movies were better in a theater. A theater filled with people. Such was the case before the internet. Before HBO. Before people holed up in their living rooms and away from their neighbors and friends. A time when pay-per-view meant you bought a ticket to watch a...
Scouting for knowledge
John Moore’s genuine Scouting pocketknife. Courtesy John Moore I learned a lot from Scouting. Started as a Cub Scout, then joined Webelos, then the Boy Scouts. Girls and making money took priority over my time around age 14, so I never made Eagle Scout....