The Murphy Parks and Recreation Department has announced the concert by Emerald City Band scheduled for Friday, June 5, has been postponed because of the continued threat of rain.The concert, the first of four free Sounds at Sundown concerts held in Murphy Central...
By David Jenkins Staff Writer [email protected] Plano Independent School District saw an enrollment decrease of 585 students when classes started last week. According to Lesley Range-Stanton, PISD executive communications director, official attendance for the...
By Ray Miranda lead pastor at the Story Church in Wylie thestorychurch.org I have to say writing an article is not at the top of my list of things to do. I’m sure you understand. In fact, I started an email to ask someome to help me but started typing this instead....
By David Jenkins Staff Writer [email protected] Â Summer break was a busy one for Boy Scout Troop 1776 with trips around the state and country. Things started with a trip to Camp Constantin located on Possum Kingdom Lake near Graford in Palo Pinto County. Members...
With pet obesity on the rise, overweight cats and dogs are no laughing matter By Jeff Schnaufer Did you hear the one about the dog that ate so much she passed out under the table? Or the terrier so fat he hurt himself jumping off the bed? It happened. And it’s no...
Staff proposed tax rate 50 cents per $100 valuation By David Jenkins Staff Writer [email protected] Residents will have the opportunity to voice their concerns about the proposed fiscal year 2017-’18 budget at public hearings next month. The first public hearing...
Along with a disaster, come scammers and Hurricane Harvey that struck the Texas coast is no different. The scams come in the form of unsolicited email and social media posts purporting to be for the benefit of hurricane victims. While people want to help, they should...
If you would like to help the flood victims and the agencies aiding them in Houston, please consider one of the following reputable nonprofits offering aid. *The Wylie News at 110 N. Ballard Ave. in Wylie is a drop-off point for local charity Trusted World from 8:30...
By David Jenkins Staff Writer [email protected] After extensive discussion, the city of Murphy plans to move forward with a bond election set for Nov. 7. Voters will decide on proposed projects in roads, drainage and infrastructure totaling $15.31 million, public...
