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Tunes, Tails and Ales returns

Tunes, Tails and Ales returns

Beer, food and fun are in store for area residents planning to attend Tunes, Tails and Ales. This is the sixth year for the craft beer festival, which will be held from 2 to 8 p.m., with last call at 6:15 p.m., Saturday, May 7 at Murphy Central Park. “There is...

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Charter Review Commission holds public meeting

Charter Review Commission holds public meeting

As a city grows, so does its need for an updated city charter. Since January, the Charter Review Commission has been working with the city attorney and city staff to make recommendations to the charter. City council will have the opportunity to review the changes and...

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Preparedness is key for severe weather

Preparedness is key for severe weather

Preparedness and awareness are key when it comes to planning for severe weather, especially as warmer temperatures increase the risk of thunderstorms and tornadoes. Residents across North Texas experienced bouts of severe weather in recent weeks, including tornado...

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Spring Fever returns April 30

Spring Fever returns April 30

Spring fever means allergies and restlessness for some but Spring Fever for Murphy residents is a chance to engage with the business community. Murphy Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Juli Richards said Spring Fever is the largest event the chamber hosts. “It is...

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Taste of Wylie returns to Olde City Park

Taste of Wylie returns to Olde City Park

For the second year in a row, the Taste of Wylie will be held at Olde City Park — but there are still changes in store. The event is set for 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, May 2 and will feature area restaurants providing samples of a variety of choices from pizza to...

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FBW to rebrand as The Cross Church

FBW to rebrand as The Cross Church

Lead Pastor of First Baptist Church Wylie Kris Segrest believes when God gives the church a new assignment, He also gives the church a new name. FBW, which has been serving the city for nearly 152 years, will soon be called The Cross Church.  “This has been a...

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Candidate wants to lower cost of living

Candidate wants to lower cost of living

The cost of living is the most pressing issue facing the city, said Murphy city council candidate Karan Chetal. “In Murphy, our cost of living is 1.3 times that of the national average,” Chetal said. “In order to work on this issue, it is vital to reduce unnecessary...

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Substance abuse resources available

Substance abuse resources available

Millions of Americans battle drug and alcohol addiction, but Collin County residents facing these issues have a resource they might not know about.  The Collin County Substance Abuse Program, first established 32 years ago and served 58 clients in its first year,...

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