Murphy residents could see modest increases in their monthly utility bills under preliminary recommendations presented during the City Council’s second budget work session. But no changes will become final until the proposed fiscal year 2027 budget receives public...
From Staff Reports [email protected] The Korean War Veterans Memorial Wall of Remembrance Act, a bill by U.S. Rep Sam Johnson (District 3), was signed into law last week permitting a Wall of Remembrance to be added to the Korean War Veterans Memorial in...
By Brooke Hoffard [email protected] Designing magazine covers or a movie poster with blended photos are just a few assignments that keep students continuing on the graphic arts pathway. WISD students take pride in the state-of-the-art software that...
By Sonia Duggan [email protected] Eight years ago, 35-year old Katrina Owens received news that would forever change her life. A wife and mom of a kindergartner at that time, she wasn’t thinking breast cancer was in her future, but it was. She discovered...
The staff of U.S. Congressman Sam Johnson (TX-03) will host their monthly “Mobile Office Hours" on Wednesday, Oct. 12. Folks living in the Third District who need assistance in dealing with a federal agency are encouraged to attend. October’s Mobile Offices will be...
From Staff Reports [email protected] A Wylie motorcyclist died last week when he ran into the back of a sports utility vehicle on FM 544 in Murphy. Killed in the wreck Thursday, Sept. 29, was Franklin Umholtz, 30. For the full story see the Oct. 6 issue...
By Melinda Myers Dress up the holidays or give gifts that continue giving throughout the year with these low maintenance gardening trends. Just add a little fun, classic beauty or style to make it even more memorable now and throughout the year. Terrariums....
By Brooke Hoffard [email protected] Construction students in Wylie ISD don’t just play with their projects, they build them. Lawn games such as Jenga and Corn Hole are a few of the students’ favorite assignments to complete. Aside from the district’s...
