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Murphy scientist explores ancient phenomena

Murphy scientist explores ancient phenomena

Skulls found at a site in China shows intentional modification to elongate the cranium. Courtesy Dr. Qian Wang Dr. Qian Wang of Murphy has made several startling discoveries as he travels the globe to broaden scientific knowledge of how people and their cultures...

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Wylie Economic Development Corporation driving growth

Wylie Economic Development Corporation driving growth

The new headquarters for Day Lumber is nearing completition in the 544 Gateway Addition with future plans to add two more buildings. Shelley Dowdle/The Wylie News While Wylie residents may notice dirt being moved or concrete being poured on a commercial lot, they may...

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Downtown cigar lounge approved on second try

Downtown cigar lounge approved on second try

During its regular meeting last week, Wylie City Council held a public hearing to consider a zoning change for 308 N. Ballard Ave. to allow for a smoking establishment. The request was presented by Jose Hernandez, who had previously been denied a similar request for...

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Scores for week of March 7-11

Scores for week of March 7-11

Wylie senior Ben Lindsey tossed six scoreless innings with seven strikeouts against one hit in the Pirates' 2-0 win over Sachse on Tuesday, March 11. Photo by Tina Lopez / C&S Media From Staff Reports The following are final scores for Wylie and Wylie East games...

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Airport expansion continues in McKinney

Airport expansion continues in McKinney

Work is expected to begin this spring on a $72 million expansion of McKinney National Airport allowing commercial passenger service by late next year. “We continue to work toward a May 2025 groundbreaking,” Ken Carley, the airport director, said Friday, March 7. The...

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Council approves zoning for cigar lounge

Council approves zoning for cigar lounge

The Wylie City Council met Tuesday, March 11, to discuss several items, including a consent agenda that included approving a review of water and wastewater rates, new technology purchases, and zoning changes. During the meeting, the council held a public hearing to...

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Wylie ISD artists shine at VASE

Wylie ISD artists shine at VASE

The artwork of 23 WISD high school students will advance to the state-level competition in San Marcos on April 25-26. Courtesy Wylie ISD Wylie ISD high school art students showcased their talent at the regional Visual Scholastic Arts Event (VASE) in Forney, earning...

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Deep in the Heart of Texas Gala raises funds

Deep in the Heart of Texas Gala raises funds

Rebekah Rodgers, assistant director of 5 Loaves Food Pantry and Adrian Phillips, former NFL player and founder of the L.A.K.E. Foundation. Phillips was one of the evening’s keynote speakers. Sonia Duggan/The Wylie News With a night filled with inspiring speeches,...

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