Wylie canines may soon have a new space for play dates or to simply run off excess energy. In development since 2021, the massive dog park on the eastern edge of the Municipal Complex — the first dog park owned by the city — is finally starting to take shape. ...
Lady Raiders welcome interim coach with returning talent
It’s a new age for the Wylie East Lady Raiders volleyball team. Making the move up to 6A, Nicole Calverley leads the Wylie East volleyball team as the interim coach after coaching the JV team last season. The previous head coach Lisa Curry resigned over the summer....
What my friend taught me
Chris Taylor was police officer in Wylie. He was a husband, father, and grandfather. He was distinguished as a friend to many. Too me, he was more than a friend. He was also my life partner. I wasn’t ready to say “Goodbye” to my friend. Years ago, I had taken Chris to...
Drought conditions affect Collin County
Despite brief rains last week, about 99% of the state is experiencing drought conditions. Galen Roberts, assistant director of water resources for the North Texas Municipal Water District, said drought is an “extended period of low precipitation,” but added there are...
Certified values increase 16%
The average market value for a home in Wylie increased by just over $85,000, according to figures released by the Collin Central Appraisal District (CCAD). Certified value summaries were released to taxing entities and the public by CCAD July 18 and the city’s taxable...
Wylie Man sentenced for role in Capitol riot
A Wylie man was sentenced Monday, Aug. 1 for his role in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot. Guy Reffitt was sentenced to 87 months — just over 7 years — in prison by a federal judge after being convicted of bringing a handgun to the Capitol, among other charges, in the attack....
Wylie explores options at quarterback
For the second season in a row, the Wylie Pirates are replacing their starting quarterback. Last summer, senior Isaac Phe arrived late in the summer and was able to win the job, finishing with a strong season under center. Now enrolling at the University of Mary...
Braves led by top safety duo
Patrolling the back of the defense for the Community Braves, the secondary might be the best group on the team. With several returning all-district players across the roster, it doesn’t get much better than the back four for the Braves. They’re led, as head coach...
Carter BloodCare to host multiple blood drives
Carter BloodCare is partnering with several communities within Wylie to host three blood drives throughout August. Public Relations Specialist James Black said that Wylie United Methodist Church, Bozman Farms and New Hope Church each will hold a blood drive in August....