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...
With the optimism at the Plano East football program this summer, it’s easy to feel excited about the team. One area where the team is continuing to evaluate its options is in the secondary. With a number of new players taking over roles at safety and cornerback, the...
A Panera Bread location in Murphy cleared another hurdle, as the Murphy City Council approved final site plans for its location. Council on Aug. 3 approved an application of Jencen Architecture and Wade Trim, on behalf of The Morgan Companies, for a site plan,...
Last week marked the end of an 18-year career with the Murphy Police Department for Officer Fred Mancias. The police officer has worn many hats at MPD, and at least one cape, over the years. His career in law enforcement began in 1992 after a 13- year stint in the...
New season, new team for the Plano East Panthers volleyball team. In the season-opening match on the road at Lebanon Trail, East took control of the match early to get a 3-0 victory, winning 25-18, 25-22 and 25-22. The Panthers jumped out to an early 8-3 lead in set...
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said Thursday that the Texas Legislature's special session will begin Saturday. In a proclamation, Abbott outlined 17 items he wants lawmakers to address. "The Texas Legislature achieved a great deal during the 87th Legislative Session, and they...
Students and families faced many challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. The shift to remote learning and shortened school days, forced students to adapt to virtual school on the fly as parents adjusted to working from home full-time and managing their children’s...
Sagebrush Trail is looking a little sunnier thanks to a few sunflower seeds that grew beyond one homeowner’s expectations. In May, homeowner Janice Babcock was feeling particularly nostalgic and decided to plant sunflowers in her front flowerbed as a tribute to her...
As we continue in these dog days of summer, North Texans anticipate long periods of high temperatures and humidity. At the Murphy Animal Shelter, where every day is a dog day (so to speak), the work load is not as predictable as the muggy conditions outside. For the...
