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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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Diplomas awarded to Plano East graduates

Diplomas awarded to Plano East graduates

Plano East Senior High School Class of 2025 graduates toss their caps in the air Wednesday, May 28, at the conclusion of commencement exercises at The Star in Frisco. Leaders of the Plano East Senior High (PESH) School Class of 2025 challenged their classmates to stay...

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New Juneteenth Court crowned in Wylie

New Juneteenth Court crowned in Wylie

At the Juneteenth pageant Saturday, May 17, Rylie Parker, left, was crowned Lil Miss Wylie Juneteenth Queen, Brielle Dent, center, received the title of Jr. Miss Wylie Juneteenth Queen, and Alanah Tyson was named Miss Teen Wylie Juneteenth Queen. Courtesy Bee Captured...

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Lawmakers raise homestead exemptions

Lawmakers raise homestead exemptions

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...

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Foes delay disputed development

Foes delay disputed development

Carrolyn Moebius and Buddy Pilgrim of Communities & Creeks United brief local residents on the latest delay in approving a disputed development between the cities of Parker and Murphy. Opponents of a new subdivision have won more time to outline their objections....

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City project funding discussed

City project funding discussed

Slide at city council meeting regarding waste water costs. Courtesy City of Murphy The city of Murphy intends to issue up to $23 million in tax and revenue certificates of obligation (COs) to fund several public works projects and purchase software for the police...

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