Plano East freshman Emerson Bailey, left, has been named the District 6-6A Utility Player of the Year. Photo by Andy Redmond / C&S Media By David Wolman [email protected] Baseball and softball coaches in District 6-6A recently cast their votes for the...
The halls of Plano East Senior High School were familiar to David Jones as he walked to the principal’s office last May. Once a PESH student, Jones was chosen to succeed Principal George King, who was retiring after 40 years in public education. King and Jones...
The Wylie ISD board of trustees met for a workshop Tuesday, Dec. 12, that focused on construction planning for new schools. The district’s $298 million “Growth Management Bond” proposal passed on Nov. 7. The funds are for renovating additional schools and facilities,...
Emma Stafford, Wylie’s retired substitute teacher who creates art exhibits out of her personal belongings, turns her lens to Christmas this month. Located in the display case near the entrance of Smith Public Library for the rest of year, her latest work illustrates...
Turn on Hallmark Channel, go see Last Christmas in theatres or stream practically any Christmas movie ever made, and you’ll notice one thing they all have in common: a delightful town square with fresh fir trees, twinkling lights and charming architecture. That...
After the blistering heat of Texas’ summer and the deluge of rain in early fall, planning a getaway to enjoy beautiful vistas and an abundance of outdoor activities might be just what the doctor ordered. Pack your bags and drive or fly to check out southern charm and...
The Murphy Police Department’s new Blue Santa program is -not- a toy drive. Officer Kaylee Herrera said each child has their own list of wants and needs. School resource officers and school counselors have helped the department compile a list of students in need this...
Once again, Murphy residents can play Santa to children served by the Children’s Advocacy Center of Collin County. “There are few things more personally gratifying than knowing that we, along with our residents, have made a difference in the lives of these young...
The Wylie ISD Board of Trustees has a new president, Jacob Day, following his being elected by acclamation at the regular meeting Monday, Nov. 13. The former WISD teacher was first elected to the board in 2018. By Jeremy Hallock For more on this story see the November...
