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City looks to build on retail growth

City looks to build on retail growth

About two-thirds of Murphy’s sale tax revenue comes from in-person local sales and half of that amount is from retail purchases, Economic Development Manager Camryn Thompson says. Thompson presented the city’s annual economic development report to the Sept. 2 meeting...

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College project gets green light

College project gets green light

Wylie P&Z unanimously approved the site plan for a major new career and technical education facility at Collin College Wylie campus. The continued expansion of Collin College’s Wylie campus — a significant educational resource for Murphy and surrounding...

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What’s in a number?

What’s in a number?

Columnist John Moore's mother turned off her landline and the phone number he grew up with is now gone. He's taking it harder than he expected. Courtesy John Moore My mom turned off her landline. For 50 years, my parents had the same number. 898-2446. Now, it’s gone....

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Give gifts that give back

Give gifts that give back

Want to buy something unique and meaningful this holiday season? Purchase a gift that supports a local nonprofit 1. Thank a veteran with a live, handmade balsam wreath. Each sponsorship goes toward a veteran’s wreath that will be placed on the headstone to honor all...

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Child’s play

Child’s play

Columnist John Moore's mother sent him one place often when he was a child. Outside. Courtesy John Moore Red Rover. Sandlot baseball. Hide-and-seek. Cowboys and Indians.  The latter today is likely lacking political correctness, but it shares with the others a...

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Ideas for a fun, festive holiday fête

Ideas for a fun, festive holiday fête

The holiday season has arrived, and with it comes a flurry of invitations, gatherings and opportunities to reconnect. With so many events competing for attention, hosts may wonder how to make their party stand out in a season full of celebrations. The good news? A...

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Proposed Muslim-centric community renamed

Proposed Muslim-centric community renamed

Collin County Judge Chris Hill says the developer of an Islamic-focused neighborhood near Josephine has changed the name of the project from EPIC City to The Meadow. Hill said Community Capital Partners (CCP) had not yet filed any paperwork with the county but was...

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