Few things are as delicious and refreshing as watermelon on a warm day. Watermelon grows quite readily in summer and is often ready to pick after three months of growing time. Harvesters look for a pale buttery yellow spot on the bottom of watermelon (the ground...
City council members discussed a potential November bond election during their June 23 meeting after receiving recommendations from the Citizens Bond Advisory Committee and reviewing additional public safety facility needs. The committee recommended seven capital...
While Independence Day falls on a Saturday this year, celebrations across Collin County begin a day early, with communities offering fireworks, live music, family activities and patriotic traditions throughout the holiday weekend. Sachse residents will have a chance...
Filming day two of "New Beginnings" are, from left, Phaolo Le, Miles Whitmire, Reed Scott, Chiahanam Anioke, Hiyab Abraham, Tuan Nguyen, Raymond Pham, Emmanuella Okeke and Josie Jimenez. Courtesy David Dinh What began as an effort to tell a story about one cadet's...
A night of glamour, gaming and philanthropy will help support one of North Texas' premier exotic animal sanctuaries. In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue and Educational Center will host The Great Catsby: ROARing '20s Casino Night Saturday, June 27, at the Cotton Mill in...
By Andrew Norsworthy Wylie ISD trustees approved the district’s 2026-27 budget during their June 16 meeting, adopting a spending plan that projects a nearly $15 million deficit while providing pay increases for teachers and staff and maintaining the current tax rate....
By Carrie Dunlea Surrounded by mountain landscapes and natural beauty, mountain retreats in the United States offer an idyllic escape for those who seek solitude and a peaceful getaway. From the rolling hills of the Appalachians to the majestic Rockies, these...
Wylie’s seventh annual Juneteenth Festival brought residents together Saturday, June 13, at Olde City Park for a day of music, fellowship, cultural performances and recognition of community members whose contributions have helped shape both the celebration and the...
The Wylie Historical Society says it remains committed to restoring the historic Stonehaven House and looks forward to continuing discussions with the city regarding the landmark’s future. The statement follows Wylie City Council’s June 9 decision to pause...
