Sometimes, it takes an off-campus activity to create a memory that will propel students to the next level. For decades, music students have had the opportunity to experience kinesthetic activities, where they learn by experiencing, touching, doing or being physically...

Last week marked the end of an 18-year career with the Murphy Police Department for Officer Fred Mancias. The police officer has worn many hats at MPD, and at least one cape, over the years. His career in law enforce­ment began in 1992 after a 13- year stint in the...

Sagebrush Trail is looking a little sunnier thanks to a few sunflower seeds that grew beyond one homeowner’s expectations. In May, homeowner Janice Babcock was feeling particularly nostalgic and decided to plant sunflowers in her front flowerbed as a tribute to her...

Bill and Mary Jane Journey had to jump through a lot of hoops — and even a few obsta­cles — to get their Ninja Nation franchise fully operational in the midst of the pandemic. When they finally opened Sept. 5, 2020, which they now refer to as their first grand...

On the heels of two atyp­ical school years, Plano East Senior High students donned their prom finery and pivoted from tradition once again. Traditionally, prom has been held at Southfork Ranch in Parker, but this year’s final hurrah was held June 2 at Pla­no ISD’s...

Murphy attorney Jnana Set­tle discovered a passion for advocating for the underserved as an undergrad at University of Hawaii. During that time, through her volunteer work with CASA (Court Appoint­ed Special Advocates), Settle represented foster children in court and...

How does a split end dif­fer from a tight end? What’s a blitz? How many points does a football team earn for a safety? These were but a few ques­tions moms could get answered on April 17, as it was far from business as usual at the Plano East Senior High indoor...