Wylie Police Department blotter from April 4 – April 10 April 4• 12:43 – Possession of Marijuana, less than 2 ounces – 2000 N. Hwy. 78 • 16:56 – Assault Bodily Injury/Family Member – 1300 E. Oak St. • 18:46 –Found Property – 1800 McMillen Rd.• 20:36 – Possession of a...
Modern convenience or modern-day nightmare?
Plastic waste is polluting ecosystems, affecting health In the bustling urban landscape of modern America lies a problem that’s as pervasive as it is pernicious: plastic waste. And despite the concerted efforts to recycle paper, cardboard and metals, plastic continues...
Wylie presses way to first at Princeton powerlifting meet
By Greg Ford Sports Editor [email protected] The Wylie powerlifting squad finished first at the 12-team Princeton Powerlifting Invitational meet, which took place last Saturday. The Lady Pirates scored a total of 49 points to finish ahead of the competition, a...
Hartman nominated for Blue Ribbon Award
By Brooke Hoffard [email protected] Community members, parents, and faculty proudly support the Hartman Cool Cats in celebration Friday, Jan. 13 on their prestigious national 2017 Blue Ribbon Nomination from the Texas Education Agency. “It’s awesome...
Brain training center opens in Murphy
Proven program strengthens brains at any age A new LearningRx Brain —Training Center, which opened Jan. 21 in Murphy, will offer programs for children and adults who struggle with learning, memory, reading, thinking quickly or paying attention. “LearningRx does...
Fire destroys Seis Lagos house
From Staff Reports [email protected] A 2-story home in Seis Lagos subdivision near Wylie was totally destroyed in a fire last week in which units from five fire departments responded. Lucas Fire Department received an emergency call on the fire at 7:29 p.m....
Looking for ‘Home Sweet Home’
By Joe Reavis Staff Writer [email protected] Editor’s note: this is the first multi-part series on the cost of living in Collin County With the cost of living throughout Collin County higher that the U.S. average, securing a home, especially for...
HP hands Lady Raiders first district defeat, 33-29
By Greg Ford Sports Editor [email protected] WYLIE – Despite last Friday’s 33-29 home loss to Highland Park, the Lady Raiders are still sitting pretty. Yes, the defeat, which closed out the first half of district competition, dropped Wylie East to 6-1 and second...
Home brewing interest sparks craft brewing
By Joe Reavis Staff Writer [email protected] A mutual interest in home brewing beer brought Jill Bresnan and Darin Peterson together as a couple and led to the founding of Good Neighbor Brews, the first craft beer brewery in Wylie they expect to...
Save time with a dream closet
If you’re one of the 57 percent of women who believes having an organized closet would make finding what you want easier and faster, there’s no time like the present to stop dreaming about having a beautiful and organized closet. Take charge and start the...