Jeff Avery with his 1969 C10 Chevrolet pickup, winner of the C10 Nationals Truck of the Year. Courtesy photo Jeff Avery has a couple of pickup trucks parked at his Sachse home, though he doesn’t drive them much. Instead, he shows them at competitions where vehicles...
Many families develop Christmas traditions throughout the years. Sometimes it is a tradition meant to pay respects to previous generations, but other times it develops by happenstance. Sometimes it's a little bit of both. Eleven years ago Julie Lawson of...
Christmas may be a good time to add a four-legged family member to the mix, but there are some things to consider before doing so. The Murphy Animal Shelter, located at 206 N Murphy Road, is dedicated to ensuring pets are adopted into loving homes. So far this year,...
Residents and elected officials opposed to a proposed wastewater plant had the opportunity to voice their opinion during a public meeting held Monday, Dec. 6 at Southfork Ranch in Parker. The proposed wastewater plant is near the North Murphy Road and Rolling Ridge...
The Republican and Democrat filing period for the March 1, 2022 primaries closed with several candidates drawing challengers in their perspective races. Filing closed Monday, Dec. 13 and candidates for county-level offices signed up with county political party chairs,...
Several new candidates have filed for a spot on the ballot in the March 1, 2022, primary elections, seeking nominations for positions throughout the state and counties. Filing will close Dec. 13 and candidates for county-level offices sign up with county...
Area residents enjoyed Christmas cheer during the city’s annual Christmas at the Park celebration, which included a sidewalk parade around the City Municipal Complex and a tree lighting ceremony. The mini parade featured several small floats, led by Mayor Scott...
Area churches often provide help to the community with basic needs, but sometimes they are called to serve in an even bigger way. For the past year, Hope for the Cities, a ministry of First Baptist Wylie, has delivered over 325,000 meals and paid nearly $100,000 for...
A Wylie coffee shop has a cup of joe for sale but prayer — which is available in vast quantities — is free. The Coffee at the Hub, which occupies the former Conversations building, is a nonprofit coffee shop and is a part of the Wylie chapter of Youth with a...
