The Murphy City Council will hold a public hearing at 6 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 21, and consider and/or Act on an Ordinance amending Sections 24.01.001, 24.01.002, 24.03.504, and 28.01.013 of the Murphy Code of Ordinances to adopt Public Works Construction Standards and...
Equine therapy program to aid incarcerated, non-violent veterans Judge John Roach, left, Pat Puckett and Collin County Sheriff Jim Skinner, at the first session of the VALOR/Collin County Sheriff’s Office Equine Therapy Program in October 2024. In December, the CCSO...
One tradition Sonia Duggan kept is gifting a unique ornament to my children the night we decorate the tree. Her childhood ornaments—each a small, tangible reminder of her parents’ love—now hang alongside the ornaments her sons have received since they were born....
Sue Halliday, Meals on Wheels volunteer coordinator for Wylie, picks up meals for the 13 stops on her designated route at the Wylie United Methodist Church each week. Additional volunteers are needed in the communities. Meals on Wheels Collin County (MOWCC) is ramping...
Patty Drom, shown with dog Piper, her current competition dog, was recently inducted into the United States Dog Agility Association (USDAA) Hall of Fame. Drom was named a Pioneer of Dog Agility for her significant and lasting contributions to the sport. She lives in...
JROTC cadets are once again hosting their annual gift wrapping session from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, at 2550 FM 544 in Wylie. The Wylie High School Air Force JROTC cadets are bringing festive cheer to the community with their ninth annual free gift-wrapping...
Wylie resident Lianne Crawford of Petite Reverie Farm will be one of 200-plus vendors showcasing their wares at this year’s Wylie Arts Festival Saturday, Dec. 7. Courtesy photo In an era dominated by mass production, there’s something uniquely personal about giving a...
A ceremonial shoveling of dirt was performed onstage at The Cross Church Thursday, Nov. 7, marking a significant milestone for Jericho Village, an income-based urban village to be built in Wylie. Craig Kelly/City of Wylie Community, political and nonprofit leaders...
A wide variety of items can be packed in the boxes including tools, toiletries, small toys, socks, art supplies and much more. Courtesy photo Children in need around the world are set to experience the joy of Christmas through Operation Christmas Child, a project of...
