A new law now requires Texas vehicle dealers to issue metal license plates instead of temporary paper tags. Temporary paper license plates are disappearing from Texas vehicles. Under a law passed by the 88th Legislature two years ago, Monday, July 1, is the date for...
A majority of water use during the summer happens outdoors, according to the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD). Public Education Manager Helen Dulac said anywhere from 40%-60% of water usage during the summer is used for watering lawns, adding about half of...
The top grads of the Class of 2022 delivered similar messages of thankfulness to their fellow Pirates in their commencement addresses last weekend. Wylie High School graduation ceremonies for the 663-student graduating class were held Saturday, May 28 at the CUTX...
Plano ISD teachers will soon see a pay increase after the board of trustees approved a compensation plan for the 2022-23 school year during the May 17 meeting. Assistant Superintendent for Employee Services Beth Brockman said most district employees will receive a 3%...
It’s budget season and the Murphy City Council recently held a workshop meeting with staff to discuss key assumptions concerning the upcoming fiscal year. During the meeting held Tuesday, May 24, city manager Mike Castro presented an overview of the budget to council....
Gov. Greg Abbott sent a joint letter today to Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Speaker Dade Phelan requesting the Texas Legislative leaders convene special committees following the shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde that left 19 children and two teachers dead. The...
Being asked to conserve electricity is becoming increasingly frequent for Texas residents, regardless of the season. The Electricity Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) issued requests to residents to conserve electricity wherever possible Friday, May 13, after six...
Summer camps offer a great learning experience for kids. Greg Dunn, recreation specialist for the city of Murphy, grew up going to summer camp every summer, and he credits the experience with helping him come out of his shell. Dunn is now in charge of programming at...
Wrapping up a five-week spring football season, the Plano East Panthers are working to establish a new identity. Under head coach Tony Benedetto, the team held its annual spring game last Friday, May 19, and was working toward a solid, disciplined team. It’s something...
