As communities across the nation prepare to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, local businesses and organizations are being invited to take part in a special publication commemorating the historic milestone. The...
The Texas Wildlife Association (TWA) commemorated the beginning of a new year with record growth by announcing a new membership total over 10,000 members as of December 31, 2015. The new membership figure represents a monthly increase which has continued each month...
The Panthers are 7-1 in District 6-6A after dropping Plano West 77-59 on Friday, while the Lady Panthers are 5-5 following a 74-46 defeat to the Lady Wolves. Each team had a bye Tuesday, and will resume action Friday, Jan. 22, with the Panthers traveling to McKinney...
By Greg Ford Sports Editor [email protected] The Panthers propelled themselves to the top of the district standings this past week. First, they outlasted Hebron 55-50 at home on Jan. 5, and then seized sole possession of first in District 6-6A with a 55-49 win...
By Nancy Whitney Staff Writer [email protected] Boggess Elementary students aren’t taking a side seat anymore when it comes to friends being left out at recess. The school recently implemented the buddy bench, a program that helps empower kids to play...
By Rhonda Briggs Let’s face it. Gloomy days of winter are here. The busy holidays are over and now more than ever you could use a vacation. If you are like most people you are thinking a vacation right after the holidays is impossible. While taking your dream...
By David Jenkins Staff Writer [email protected] A teacher at McMillen High School in Murphy and assistant baseball coach at Plano East Senior High was arrested Tuesday, Jan. 5 on suspicion of having an improper relationship with a female student that included...
By David Jenkins Staff Writer [email protected] Murphy residents dependent on TAPS for transportation will no longer have the public transit option available to them. The council voted 6-0 at the January 5 council meeting, ending the Interlocal Agreement between...
