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Islamic Knowledge Center plan denied

Islamic Knowledge Center plan denied

The Planning & Zoning Commission has unanimously denied a site plan for The Center of Islamic Knowledge on 2.64 acres at 1026 and 1030 N. Murphy Road. The vote followed an hour of generally negative public comment and a 20-minute executive session at the Thursday,...

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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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Sign up for youthpreneur training

Sign up for youthpreneur training

Registration is open for the 2025 Murphy Chamber of Commerce Entrepreneurship & Innovation Bootcamp for students ages 8 to 15. Participants will gain skills in entrepreneurship, communication and public speaking, financial literacy and sales and marketing. The...

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