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Fields of fun in annual egg hunt

Fields of fun in annual egg hunt

A speedy egg seeker leads the pack in Murphy’s annual Hop n’ Hunt event on Thursday, April 2. Bob Wieland/Murphy Monitor Thousands of youngsters, baskets and buckets in hand, lined up expectantly for the Hop n’ Hunt in Murphy Central Park. Photo album Overnight...

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Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week

Buddy is a 5-year-old, 32 lb. Australian Shepherd mix who enjoys going for walks and car rides.  He loves being around people and he would probably do best as an only dog.  He recently had ACL surgery on his right leg so he will need a home that can help him exercise...

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Break These Rules for Better Summer Grilling

Break These Rules for Better Summer Grilling

It seems like there are rules for just about everything, even grilling. According to the Hearth, Patio and Barbecue Association, 80 percent of Americans have an outdoor barbecue, grill or smoker - which means there are a lot of people following a lot of rules. Summer...

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Strategies to help kids focus on their schoolwork

Strategies to help kids focus on their schoolwork

Some youngsters experience difficulty when the time comes to focus on their schoolwork. Such difficulties may be linked to a variety of factors, and parents can be overwhelmed as they attempt to identify the root cause of their youngsters’ struggles in the classroom....

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Living in the legacy

Living in the legacy

Editor’s note: this is a day in the life feature for a Texas Game Warden and a shift was spent with Collin County Game Warden Mike Stephens. By Wyndi Veigel News Editor [email protected] There are all kinds of...

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A Super Snack with Pop

A Super Snack with Pop

Make your next friendly gathering a popping success with desserts and snacks made from a wholesome simple grain. Not only does popcorn bring out the kid in everyone, it's a naturally healthy treat you can feel good about serving your guests. And, because it's...

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Panel hears testimony in wake of jail death

By Ed Sterling The Texas House Committee on County Affairs met on July 30 to hear testimony on Sandra Bland and jail standards. Bland, 28, was pulled over by a state trooper in Hempstead on July 10. Soon after, she was placed in the Waller County Jail and was found...

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