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Camryn Sellers, Wylie High’s valedictorian, Kyler Eiben, salutatorian, will walk the stage with their classmates Saturday, May 23 at the Credit Union of Texas Event Center in Allen. Allison LaBrot/The Wylie News As the school year comes to a close, a new journey...
Student recognitions and new leadership appointments kicked off last week’s Wylie ISD board meeting, before trustees turned their attention to next year’s budget. The board welcomed Mary Zucha as the new principal of Cooper Junior High, following the promotion of...
The city of Wylie will host a July 3 celebration starting at 7:30 p.m. at 851 Hensley Lane. Attendees can enjoy food trucks, a live DJ, and a water spray zone courtesy of Wylie Fire-Rescue. Independence Day is just around the corner, and communities throughout Collin...
Plano East incoming senior outside hitter Simone Heard helped to lead the Lady Panthers' volleyball team to the third round of the playoffs for the second consecutive season. Photo by Roosevelt Joubert / C&S Media By David Wolman [email protected] After the...
Former North Forney head baseball coach Carey Willingham was hired to the same position at Plano East on June 17. Submitted photo By David Wolman [email protected] Carey Willingham always envisioned himself coaching baseball at Plano East. With one of the...
Sports
Plano East sophomore Alexander Brewington, pictured in previous action, scored 21 points in the Panthers' 63-55 overtime win at Prosper on Tuesday, Dec. 9. Photo by Andy Redmond / C&S Media By David Wolman [email protected] PROSPER – The Plano East boys...
The Plano East Panthers went undefeated over the weekend tournament, a perfect 3-0. They opened the weekend with a 68-40 win over Burleson Centennial on Friday, June 24, at Duncanville High School. Following the strong opening performance, the Panthers continued their...
The Plano East Panthers return several pass-catching options, helping the new offense. Head coach Tony Benedetto is excited about his returning group, led by senior wideout Rushil Patel. The returning starter led the team in receiving last season, finishing the year...
With several returning players on the Plano East defensive line, the coaching staff views it as one of the strengths of the defensive unit. Returning three starters, Plano East head coach Tony Benedetto is excited for the prospects this upcoming season. The group will...
Plano East may be undersized on the offensive line, but it isn’t stopping them from being aggressive on offense in 2022. The Panthers return two starters and have several depth options for the upcoming season. The two returning starters, Gavin Speight and Ralee...
Education
Wylie ISD is inviting the public to help name two new schools—a junior high and an intermediate campus—scheduled to open in fall 2026 on the east side of the district, near Kreymer Road and south of Brown Street. The district’s board of trustees’ values community...
Wylie Independent School District is working to cut down on waste one school at a time. Student nutrition officials implemented Share, Shake and Stack at the beginning of the semester. This new program has students follow three steps that reduce trash in cafeterias....
A group of Wylie High theatre students will head to Broadway this summer to perform alongside some of the most famous musical theatre stars – and all for charity. Wylie High is one of just eight high schools in the country selected to participate in Arts for Autism....
Between early-morning rehearsals, late-night performances and hours spent memorizing lines, high school theatre is a major time commitment for all involved. Directors spend months preparing shows while students must stay on top of schoolwork. But despite these...
Whether it’s a movie or a live theatre production, entertainment is presented in small doses. Regardless of how immersed the audience gets in another world, it only lasts for an hour or two before disappearing from screen or stage. For those involved, however, it is...
Life & Style
Just a few hours away, Broken Bow, Oklahoma offers hiking, boating, fishing opportunities, along with plenty of rental cabins, making it a great option for a quick family trip. Courtesy Daniel Hubbard, Pixabay As summer draws to a close and the school year looms,...
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Cost-effective tips from DIY experts As fall settles in, the air gets crisper and the kids head back to school, many Americans eagerly anticipate one thing: football season. Whether you’re a die-hard gridiron fan or prefer to enjoy the food and festivities from the...
Active aging is the answer to a long and healthy retirement lifestyle. From independent and assisted living to memory care, adults ages 55 and up can achieve optimal health by engaging in a consistent regiment of physical activity. Seniors living in a retirement...
By Roxanne Trunnell October 31, 2009 started out as a day like any other. As a recent graduate of Washington State University with a Bachelor’s in Psychology, I was a struggling twenty-something with two part-time jobs and ambitions to compete in Olympic-level...
Opinion
A slim majority of Texas House members have indicated they will back House Bill 3, which creates education savings accounts that allow families to use taxpayer money for private school education. The Dallas Morning News reported that 75 Republican legislators have...
Last week during the Tham Luang cave rescue I was glued to my Twitter feed! Maybe you were too as the rescue plan unfolded to save 13 lives trapped deep inside a cave. Different aspects of the story captivated my attention from the emotional connection that comes from...
By Dr. Kris Segrest, lead pastor at First Baptist Church in Wylie. Before the institution of the Church, or the government or any other man-made entity, God set up the marriage—between one man and one woman for one lifetime. The first wedding occurred in the Garden of...
By Ed Sterling, Member services director for the Texas Press Association. Gov. Greg Abbott on Feb. 21 sent a letter to Texas Education Agency Commissioner Mike Morath ordering immediate action to ensure the safety of children in Texas schools following the...
By Ed Sterling, Member services director for the Texas Press Association. Gov. Greg Abbott traveled to Rockport and Houston on Feb. 13 to announce the availability of new funding for hazard mitigation projects along the Gulf Coast following the devastation of...
