Carter BloodCare is encouraging Texans to roll up their sleeves this month as the nonprofit works to replenish blood supplies and meet patient needs across the state. Health officials said all blood types are currently needed, with particular demand for O negative and...
Lavon Police Chief Mike Jones says a 14-year-old murder suspect has been arrested without incident. The chief said the boy, a student at Community Trails Middle School, was apprehended Monday, Dec. 15, in Dallas. Jones said the suspect was sought in connection with...
Wylie ISD trustees are considering several new measures to save money in the upcoming school year. The Board of Trustees convened for its final meeting of the year during a special called meeting Monday, Dec. 8. Trustees unanimously approved three items: the 2024-25...
WISD bus driver Julio Ospina, center, with Maritza Valentin, Liz Ospina, Jessie Murphy, Stephanie Meeks and Christie Hebert, received the 2025 Special Needs School Bus Driver of the Year award. Allison LaBrot / The Wylie News An act of care and quick thinking has...
Last month Wylie ISD announced several leadership changes aimed at improving efficiency and supporting the district’s long-term goals. The restructuring allows the district to absorb an existing central office position while aligning major departments under...
WHS Culinary Arts teacher Emily Guynes and Caden Zeltner, WHS senior, who won Best of Show at the State Fair for a flourless chocolate cheesecake. Courtesy WISD A Wylie High School senior has made district and State Fair of Texas history after winning the top...
Wylie ISD Board of Trustees convened for its regular monthly meeting on Nov. 17, welcoming new staff members and receiving several departmental updates. The meeting opened with recognitions and introductions of new district leaders, including Dr. Jessica Branch as...
The Wylie ISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved the hiring of Deputy Superintendent Kim Spicer as the district’s new superintendent during its regular meeting Oct. 21, a session that also featured district updates and campus recognitions. The meeting began with...
Kreymer Elementary’s mascot was popular with guests of all ages at the school’s dedication ceremony Monday, Oct. 6. From left, Assistant Principal Allison Bryant, mascot Lou-Lou the Kangaroo and Principal Vanessa Hudgins. Allison LaBrot / The Wylie News Kreymer...
