Parker Mayor pro tem Buddy Pilgrim asks Collin County Commissioners to deny a plat for the densely-populated Restore the Grasslands development between Parker and Murphy. Photo Courtesy Collin County Commissioners Court The Collin County Commissioners Court has voted...
“Join the Navy and see the world!” That was the recruiting line that attracted David Alvey of Murphy when he signed up for a 4-year hitch, and his service turned into one of the major defining points of his life. “I have great pride that I served,” the veteran said....
Veterans Day activities this month in and near Murphy not only recognize those who have served in the military, but bring attention to the Murphy Veterans Tribute, a sculpture and display planned for Central Park as a memorial to those who have served in the armed...
Auditions, rehearsals and competitions are regular occurrences for high school choir students in Wylie. Already juggling a full load of class work, students also must commit to various performances and lessons throughout the year. Last month both schools hosted their...
PLANO – Since the preseason, winless Plano West has marked one game on their calendar as one they believed they could win, Plano East. Plano East responded to this tomfoolery with an absolute 51-17 thrashing of a now 0-9 Plano West in District 9-6A on Friday, Nov. 2....
“The time is short and the mission is big” is a mantra often recited by volunteers involved with Honor Flight DFW. The nonprofit organization was created to honor America’s veterans living in the North Texas area for their service and sacrifices. Every time a flight...
AUSTIN — Statistics compiled by the office of the secretary of state show Texans cast ballots in record numbers during the early voting period before the Nov. 6 midterm general election. Of the 12,255,607 registered voters in the 30 most-populous counties of Texas,...
A two-alarm fire overnight decimated La Joya Mexican Cocina located at 211 N. Ballard Ave in downtown Wylie. A passerby who spotted fire coming through the roof shortly after midnight initially called in the fire, according to Wylie Fire Chief Brent Parker. An...
A police chase that started around 2:50 p.m. in the 100 block of South 5th Street in Wylie resulted in a fatality wreck in Farmersville this afternoon. According to Wylie PD Sgt. Donald English, officers responded to a report of domestic disturbance after witnesses...
