Accepting the National Police Week proclamation at the Monday, May 12, Wylie City Council meeting were, from left, Detective Chris Meehan, Assistant Chief Tommy Walters, Officer Brigitte Sierra and Lt. Trey Cotten. Council also recognized Wylie EMS personnel and...
The Birmingham Scholarship program is recognizing its impact on students that began 75 years ago when it awards this year’s scholarships later this month. A reception to recognize the 2023 scholars — in addition to any winners from the past 75 years — will be held at...
Wylie councilmembers passed a resolution to cancel the upcoming municipal elections in March because of a lack of competitive races. State law allows cities to cancel local elections and declare unopposed candidates the winner if only one candidate files for...
Clearing the smoke on certain establishments selling smoking products and alcohol were the subjects of a recent work session for the Wylie Planning and Zoning Commission. Director of Community Services Jasen Haskins said he brought the item before commissioners...
A sexual harassment and retaliation lawsuit filed in response to the workplace culture inside the Collin County District Attorney’s Office reached a tentative settlement in principle, according to March 9 court filings. The 75-page lawsuit was filed Oct. 31, 2022, in...
The Wylie Police Department released its annual compendium of crime data that gets reported to the FBI’s National Incident-Based Reporting System last month. Statistics were released in a news release with data showing an 18% increase in crime between 2021 and 2022....
Whittling down a $16 million surplus in the city’s finances was a topic of discussion as Wylie councilmembers discussed road projects throughout the city. The surplus discussed during the Tuesday, Feb. 28, meeting was in addition to the recommended reserve of 30% — or...
An unclear state on how school districts will be evaluated by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) in its annual accountability ratings had Deputy Superintendent Kim Spicer “concerned.” Spicer presented the changes alongside Stephen Davis, executive director of secondary...
The Brown House announced it is leading off March with a lecture focused on education about the early history of baseball. Guest Services Specialist Tracy Lawson said her husband, Bob, will be giving the talk at the historic home at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 11. Both...
