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Sachse truck owner drives home national honor

Sachse truck owner drives home national honor

Jeff Avery with his 1969 C10 Chevrolet pickup, winner of the Truck of the Year, at the C10 Nationals. Courtesy photo Jeff Avery has a couple of pickup trucks parked at his Sachse home, though he doesn’t drive them much. Instead, he shows them at competitions where...

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Rodeo rides back to town Sept. 12–13

Rodeo rides back to town Sept. 12–13

The Wylie Championship Rodeo, Sept 12-13, will once again have a UPRA-sanctioned rodeo along with food, vendors and activities for kids. File Photo Purchase tickets now for 32nd annual event The Wylie Championship Rodeo is back for its 32nd year with two nights of...

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Local artist brings message through art show 

Local artist brings message through art show 

Mark Hernadez shows three works that reflect his heritage—rooted in hard work, faith, family, and endurance—values passed down from his grandparents, who played a pivotal role in shaping the man he is today. Courtesy photo Lavon resident Mark Hernandez, 39, a middle...

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Deadline set for disputed development

Deadline set for disputed development

Internet marketer Jordan Ramiez says he is trying to broker a settlement between the Parker City Council and Dallas developers Phil and Don Huffines, who plan a subdivision between Parker and Murphy. There are more questions than answers about plans to build 254 homes...

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Branson headliner performs at Wylie Opry

Branson headliner performs at Wylie Opry

Texas Country Music Hall of Famer Clay Cooper took to the Wylie Opry stage Saturday, Aug. 2, along with his sons, Colt, left, and Caden. A Wylie native, Cooper started his career at the Opry at age 13. He now owns a venue in Branson, Missouri, where he performs...

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Gala honors Raymond Cooper’s legacy

Gala honors Raymond Cooper’s legacy

Audrey Wallace, director of the Wylie Community Christian Care Center, showcases jewelry as auctioneer Jay Hoffman conducts the live auction during the Night to Remember gala Saturday, Aug. 2, at Collin College. Sonia Duggan/The Wylie News Raymond Cooper’s legacy of...

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Carter Blood Drive  

Carter Blood Drive  

Wylie ER 24/7 Emergency Center and Carter BloodCare host event to help Texas patients. Wylie ER 24/7 Emergency Center, 508 S. Hwy 78, Wylie, TX 76528. August 3rd from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM in the Carter BloodCare Bus Sign Up Link: https://ww2.greatpartners.org/donor/...

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Brown House exhibits focus on food, fashion

Brown House exhibits focus on food, fashion

The World’s Fair of 1904 debuted several foods that are enjoyed today. The “Food, Glorious Food” exhibit at the Brown House shares the stories behind the ice cream cone, Jell-O and more.  Allison LaBrot / The Wylie News  The Brown House has brought back two popular...

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