Charlotte, a Havanese rescue, is the star of the first of the Sweet Charlotte series written by TJ Allen of Murphy. Courtesy photo Pets teach responsibility, provide companionship and, in some cases, inspire creative works. Charlotte, a Havanese rescue, became the...
By Jeremy B. MazurThe trials of drought weave throughout the story of Texas in tales of devastation that had lasting effects on the families, businesses, and communities that survived them. These withering dry times prompted Texans to make big changes to shore up...
The most pressing issue facing Murphy is the proposed wastewater treatment plant, said councilmember Jene Butler, who is seeking her second term on Murphy City Council. “Although the wastewater treatment plant will be in Parker, it will directly impact our city,...
Continued growth and rising inflation were the focus of several discussions at the Monday, March 21, Wylie ISD board of trustees meeting. Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources Casey Whittle gave an overview of the 2022-23 staff forecast. Whittle said the...
In the Jesuit-Sheaner Relays in Dallas, Plano East senior Aiden Hayes won gold in the boys 6A high jump (6’04”). More than 30 schools from Texas and Oklahoma met at Jesuit High School and the PESH track and field team finished in the top ten in 11 events. The...
Collin County residents who intend to cast their ballot in the May 7 elections need to ensure they have registered to vote by Thursday, April 7. There will be four city council places on the ballot in Murphy, however, only two places drew challengers. Place 1 is...
Murphy City Secretary Susie Quinn said several women who have influenced her. Quinn has had a storied career; serving as an elected official in Ector County in the 1980s, city secretary for multiple cities across Texas and an executive administrative assistant for the...
The Panthers were cruising to a 5-2 lead in district play before the fourth inning went downhill. Plano East (1-2, 4-9-1) gave up five runs to Lewisville in the top of the fourth inning and eventually lost 11-7. The Farmers scored those runs despite just one hit in...
With the exception of theft, most reported crime remained largely the same in 2021 for the city of Murphy. Murphy Police Chief Chris Chandler said in Texas, law enforcement agencies report crimes to the Department of Public Safety and the information is relayed to the...
