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Disputed development put before commissioners

Disputed development put before commissioners

Plans for a high-density development between Parker and Murphy will be back before Collin County Commissioners after officials balked at immediate passage. “Staff requests Commissioners Court consideration and for approval of the Final Plat for Restore the Grasslands,...

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New councilmembers sworn in for 3-year terms

New councilmembers sworn in for 3-year terms

New Place 3 councilmember Debbie Ison and new Place 5 councilmember Kevin Kelley take the oath of office at last week's council meeting. Photos Bob Wieland/Murphy Monitor Newly elected Councilmembers Debbie Ison and Kevin Kelley have taken their seats on the Murphy...

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The signs say STOP, but some drivers don’t

The signs say STOP, but some drivers don’t

Stop signs and turn arrows are intended to prevent eastbound traffic on Renner Road from running into a house at Tall Tree Drive. Bob Wieland/Murphy Monitor After a series of car accidents where Renner Road dead-ends into the 600 block of Tall Tree Drive, the city of...

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One city job requires wearing many hats

One city job requires wearing many hats

Murphy City Secretary Kandi Jackson.  Courtesy photo A city secretary is indeed a secretary — but so much more. “Municipal clerks, city secretaries and administrative professionals who act as the cornerstone of efficient local government operations,” said the...

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One city job requires wearing many hats

One city job requires wearing many hats

Murphy City Secretary Kandi Jackson.  Courtesy photo A city secretary is indeed a secretary — but so much more. “Municipal clerks, city secretaries and administrative professionals who act as the cornerstone of efficient local government operations,” said the...

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Chamber circulating package store petition

Chamber circulating package store petition

An attempt is being made to hold a local option election to allow the retail sale of liquor in package stores. The Murphy Chamber of Commerce is circulating a petition for the City Council to place the issue on the Nov. 3 ballot. Voters would be asked whether they are...

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