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The city will pay one-third more for ad valorem tax collection this year than it paid last year. The Murphy City Council agreed at its Tuesday, April 21, meeting to a rate increase requested by Scott Grigg, the Collin County Tax Assessor-Collector. “The fees...
At press time, two Collin College Trustees were among four candidates who have filed for the Saturday, May 3, board election. Candidates have until 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14, to file for election to six-year terms in Places 4, 5 and 6. Place 5 Trustee Raj Menon of Plano...
The Murphy Police Department has received national attention for its achievement in completing a 24-month policy implementation in 4.5 months, Chief Jeff Gibson told the Tuesday, Feb. 4, council meeting.Councilmembers also adopted amendments to the city code,...
Barbecue grillers are sharpening their skewers and seasoning their firewood in anticipation of Murphy’s first Backyard BBQ Cook-off. The non-sanctioned competition Saturday, May 10, in Central Park replaces Tunes, Tails and Ales festival that was discontinued because...
The Murphy City Council will hold a public hearing and consider and/or act on an Ordinance amending Chapter 30 of the Murphy Code of Ordinances, Section 30.02.153-30.02.154 “Application” and “Notice of Public Hearing” to amend the notification standards, Section...
Sports
Plano East junior Megan Nguyen gets one hand on the ball for a dig during the Lady Panthers' 3-0 road win over McKinney on Tuesday. Photo by Andy Redmond / C&S Media By David Wolman [email protected] MCKINNEY -- For the second time in less than a week, an...
First half offensive struggles aid downfall DALLAS – A slow start spelled doom for Plano East football during the Cotton Bowl Prep Showcase. As a result, they fell 17-7 to Lake Highlands on Friday, Sept. 6. For the full story, see the Sept. 12 issue or...
Panthers lose season opener during overtime BEDFORD – It came down to overtime on Thursday, Aug. 29 during the season opener against LD Bell. The host team scored on a short run to pick up the 27-21 win over Plano East at Pennington Field. For the full story,...
Season kicks off this week Local football teams are looking to bring the fire in the opening week of the 2019 season. Wylie and Plano East begin on Thursday, Aug. 29, while Wylie East and Sachse start on Friday, Aug. 30, and Wylie Prep takes the field on Saturday,...
The 2019 team will feature several new players after the graduation of a large senior class. Plano East lost 65 football players to graduation. They have two starters on defense and one offensively. For the full story, see the Aug. 22 issue or subscribe online....
Education
Starting next fall, Plano ISD high school students will be able to earn associate degrees from Collin College. The Wildcat Collegiate Academy allows students to earn an associate of arts or an associate of science degree. Students will start at Vines High School and...
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Life & Style
Between sheltering-in-place, online learning and time away from friends, many children will need a little extra support as they head back to school this fall. Consider these tips from the experts at KinderCare to help you emotionally prepare your children to return to...
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Opinion
As a child growing up in Ashdown, Arkansas, we had two main grocery stores. Shur-Way and Piggly Wiggly. Or as my dad called it, “Hoggly Woggly.” A trip to the store was like each TV commercial had come to life. Advertising agencies at the time were very good at what...
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