The Texas Supreme Court heard oral arguments last week in a case that could decide whether medical exceptions to the state’s abortion ban are written clearly enough to protect pregnant women who face serious health risks, the Austin American-Statesman reported. The 22...
Wylie ISD superintendent speaks at chamber luncheon
Local business and school leaders gathered last week to hear how Wylie ISD and Collin College are at the forefront of education in certain areas. Wylie ISD Superintendent David Vinson and Collin College President Neil Matkin spoke at a Wylie Chamber of Commerce...
Wylie wins district title, East finishes runner up
It was a clean sweep for the Wylie Pirates cross country teams, as the boys and girls programs took first place at the District 9-6A championships. Wylie won the boys' championship with a total of 15 points, running away with a dominant performance after reaching the...
Two suspects detained, one at large in Murphy robbery
Officers from the Murphy Police Department were dispatched around 9:10 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 5, in response to a panic alarm from the Verizon store located at 218 E. FM 544. Upon arriving at the scene, officers determined that the store and its employees were robbed at...
Council approves spay-neuter-trap ordinance
Wylie City Council focused on three words pertaining to feral cats: trap, neuter and release. A trap-neuter-release ordinance for feral cats throughout the city was presented during the Tuesday, Sept. 27, regular meeting. Police Chief Anthony Henderson presented the...
Manufacturing celebrated
Residents and students curious about Wylie’s manufacturing industry will get an inside look this month thanks to a partnership between the Wylie Economic Development Corporation, local manufacturers and the school district. This unique event, known as Manufacturing...
WEHS opens ‘The Little Mermaid’ Oct. 6
Attendees at Wylie East High School’s fall musical can venture under the sea and reconnect with their younger selves as they watch a Disney classic adapted for the stage. Thespians at Wylie East open their fall musical, “The Little Mermaid,” Thursday, Oct. 6 with...
Smith Library hosting several Fall Break activities
Although students will not have to worry about schoolwork, they can head over to the Smith Public Library for fun, educational activities during Wylie ISD’s Fall Break. The library will be hosting several different activities, including a story hike along the trails...
Fuller leads Wylie East to homecoming win over Garland, takes first in District 9-6A
WYLIE—Wylie East needed a spark on offense midway through the third quarter. The Raiders (3-0 in 9-6A, 5-0) held a 3-0 lead over the Garland Owls (3-1 in 9-6A, 4-2) but were still struggling on offense. That spark came in the form of backup quarterback Maddox...