The Texas House and Senate have agreed to cut the amount of taxes paid by homeowners who live in their primary residence and declare it to be their homestead. Increases in the homestead exemption will be retroactive to this tax year if voters approve the changes...
The Plano East girls basketball team won its first district game 45-25 over Hebron. East got off to a fast start in the contest, leading 30-11 at halftime. While the offense without starting guard Kayla Cooper staggered at times, Donavia Hall, Nora Ritchie and Ada...
The Plano East Panthers continued their unbeaten start with a victory over Rowlett, 67-53. East controlled the game for much of the second half, scoring 40 points during the span. The Eagles made a run to trim the lead to as little as six points, but the Panthers...
For some, Christmas is the season for giving, but others are not so fortunate. Several food pantries in the area have reported increased usage over the past several weeks. Mary Warkentine of the Wylie Christian Care Center said many of the families they are serving...
Residents opposed to a proposed wastewater plant will have the opportunity to voice their opinion at an upcoming public meeting. The meeting, set for 6:30 p.m. Dec. 6, will be held at Southfork Ranch, located at 3700 Hogge Drive in Parker. Those in attendance can ask...
Area residents looking for some yuletide cheer, and perhaps some shopping, will have several opportunities to get in the spirit. The city of Murphy will hold its Christmas in the Park celebration, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 2, at the Murphy Municipal...
A Murphy family is opening their home — specifically, their driveway — to help collect toys for a local nonprofit. Deidre Gifford and her family are hosting a drive-by toy drive to support the Children Advocacy Center of Collin County at their home from noon to 1...
Sometimes change is inevitable, especially in a growing school district such as Wylie. Students attending Dodd Elementary School will attend Smith Elementary beginning in the 2022-23 school year. The board approved the rezoning Dodd Elementary, as well as a slew of...
Filings opened last week for candidates seeking nominations in the March 1, 2022, political primaries and remain open for two more weeks. The first day to file was Nov. 13 and the final day is Dec. 13. Candidates for county-level offices sign up with county political...
