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Creating the ultimate outdoor TV retreat

Creating the ultimate outdoor TV retreat

By Carrie Dunlea Backyards have evolved far beyond basic patios and grills. Today’s outdoor spaces are increasingly designed as extensions of the home — places where families can stream movies, host game-day gatherings or simply unwind outdoors without sacrificing...

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Parker named city manager

Parker named city manager

After serving as interim city manager since October of last year, Brent Parker accepted the city manager position during the Tuesday, May 11, regular council meeting. Parker accepted the position after council reconvened from a brief executive session. “I want to...

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Summer reading is set to begin

Summer reading is set to begin

Several programs — and prizes — will be available for readers of all ages as the Smith Public Library encourages area residents to pick up a book this summer. The Summer Reading Club, hosted by the library, offers many prizes for children, teens and adults...

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BBQ on Ballard comes to Olde City Park

BBQ on Ballard comes to Olde City Park

Olde City Park will be turned into a smokehouse this weekend as competitors vie for the best barbecue prize in the first-ever BBQ on Ballard. The event, which was originally scheduled for October of last year, will be held from 3:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. Saturday, May...

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Collin County values continue to rise

Collin County values continue to rise

Collin County property values once again are showing a significant increase, according to figures released by Collin Central Appraisal District (CCAD). The CCAD mailed the 2022 real property appraisal notices to property owners on April 15. Business personal property...

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School district, city leaders discuss growth

School district, city leaders discuss growth

City leaders from Wylie, Sachse and Lavon met with Wylie ISD district leaders for an update from the district and municipalities. The meeting occurred Wednesday, May 4 and covered a variety of topics. Corey Whittle, assistant superintendent for human resources, said...

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Top WHS students announced

Top WHS students announced

The top ranked graduates at Wylie High School said hard work and a little bit of luck helped them earn the number one and two spots.Wylie High School rankings place Alina Nguyen as valedictorian and Reiki Hingorani as salutatorian of the class of 2022. Alina posted a...

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Council discusses YMCA takeover

Council discusses YMCA takeover

Wylie City Council once again discussed turning over operations of the Wylie Recreation Center to the YMCA, much to the chagrin of several residents. The discussion took place during a workshop at the April 26 regular council meeting.  Interim City Manager Brent...

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WISD to consider rezoning neighborhood

WISD to consider rezoning neighborhood

Dozens of students were recognized students for their accomplishments, which took up a majority of the Monday, April 24 meeting. The Skills USA team at Wylie East High School, Wylie High School and McMillian Junior High were singled out for hard work at the meeting....

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