Columnist John Moore and his wife still grow their own food. Something they were both taught early in life. Photo: Jeannine Walker Folks raised in the South learned early that life didn’t hand you much, but if you were observant and hardworking it could give you...
Wylie Independent School District Superintendent David Vinson reviewed successes within the district, student population growth and how the district is facing future challenges. The address, the ninth for Vinson, was given as the program for the March luncheon of...
Many homeowners feel pools or spas are must-have features as they attempt to turn their homes in their own personal oases. The decision to get a pool or a hot tub is not one to take lightly. Significant purchases, pools and/or spas can affect the value of a home and...
Dear Rusty: I have two questions. My wife passed away in May of 2015, and I never received any of her benefits. Should I have? Also, I am now 62, turning 63 next month. I am still working and probably won’t quit until age 75 or older. Should I start taking benefits...
Music is power. It can lift spirits, reduce stress, improve memory, ease pain and even improve physical health and well-being. Next weekend, 51-year-old James Michael McLester hopes to harness that power, along with his passion, and turn it into a profitable...
It was a splitting start to the Pirate district baseball season. Things began with a 5-0 loss to visiting Sachse in the 10-6A opener. Wylie was held to one hit and committed two errors. Luke Wiseman had a walk. On the mound, Ethan Jeske went four innings and struck...
FFA and 4-H Club members showcase their talents this week during the running of the 52nd annual Wylie Show and Sale. The event highlights the result of months of work on livestock, food, shop and horticulture projects that are keenly eyed by judges to determine awards...
Residents of east Wylie complained to the city council about flooding on Bennett Road they claim has been caused by a new housing subdivision. The complaints were registered during public comments at the Tuesday, March 12 council meeting. Homeowners along Bennett have...
Two Collin College students are one step closer to achieving their dreams of working at NASA. This summer, Fadi Istelinides of Frisco and Kelly Corzo of Dallas will participate in the NASA Community College Aerospace Scholars (NCAS) onsite experience. Only 400 other...
