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Wylie Independent School District will hold a public meeting Monday, June 15 to discuss the district’s proposed 2026-27 budget and tax rate, according to a public notice released by the district. The meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. at the Wylie ISD Administration...
Collin County commissioners approved a measure Monday, April 6, to begin improvements to the county animal shelter after determining a 2023 bond package will not cover the full cost of a new facility. The motion, approved unanimously, allows the county to begin using...
Travelers looking to explore near and far have exciting new opportunities, as additional spots have just opened for several highly anticipated trips through the Community Park Center. From international travel to local day excursions, there is something for every...
Blaire Bryeans, left, and Bree Willoughby earned Reserve Grand Champion and Grand Champion Market Steer, respectively, at the Wylie ISD Show n’ Sale last month. Allison LaBrot/The Wylie News Wylie ISD students showcased months of hard work and preparation during the...
Drone shots capture an aerial view of runners as they took off at the start of the 2025 Run for our Heroes 5K race. File Art A community event honoring military service members and supporting veterans in need will return later this month, with organizers expanding...
Sports
Wylie East junior Elliana Young, left, won the Class 6A state track and field title in the girls high jump. Photo by Rod Adyelotte / Waco Tribune-Herald By David Wolman [email protected] Wylie East junior Elliana Young qualified for the Class 6A state track and...
Wylie freshman Luke Montgomery scored three goals in a 5-2 bi-district playoff win over Rockwall-Heath on Friday. Photo by Elijah Kloepping / C&S Media By Mark Saldana [email protected] ROCKWALL — The Wylie Pirates used a dominant second-half performance to...
Wylie junior Kennedy Butler dribbles the ball around Rockwall-Heath freshman goalkeeper Sarah Webb and scores her second goal of Friday's 3-1 double-overtime bi-district playoff win over the Lady Hawks at Wylie ISD Stadium. Photo by Elijah Kloepping / C&S Media By...
The Wylie East girls soccer team celebrates a goal in a 2-0 win over Longview in the bi-district round of the Class 6A Division II playoffs at Mesquite's Memorial Stadium on Thursday. Photo by Kim Dill Higginbotham / C&S Media By Mark Saldana...
Wylie’s 4x800 of, from left, Zachary Brumfield, Brady Kemp and Thorne Owen share a hug after posting a winning time of 7:58 at the Rock Hill Relays. Photo by David Wolman / C&S Media By David Wolman [email protected] With clear skies and temperatures in the...
Education
High school seniors planning to attend Collin College this fall will have an opportunity to learn more about the transition to college during an upcoming “Collin College Bound” event at the Wylie Campus. The event is scheduled for Thursday, April 30, with activities...
A monument on the grounds of the Texas Capitol in Austin provides the text of the Ten Commandments that will be posted in all public school classrooms. Courtesy Library of Congress Starting this fall, all Texas public schools will be required to post the Ten...
The Credit Union of Texas Event Center in Allen was filled with emotion and pride Saturday, May 24, as 755 seniors from Wylie High School crossed the stage to receive their diplomas during the school’s graduation ceremony. The event began with the Wylie High School...
Cheers, hugs and memories marked a milestone moment as 607 graduates from Wylie East High School crossed the stage Saturday, May 24, during the school’s commencement ceremony at the Credit Union of Texas Event Center in Allen. Following an introduction by Principal...
The Wylie Independent School District will hold a public meeting at 7 p.m. on June 16, at the Wylie ISD Administration Building, 951 S. Ballard Ave., to discuss the district’s proposed budget and tax rate for the upcoming fiscal year. Community members are...
Life & Style
More than 10 years ago, a mere five words frightened desk jockeys everywhere: “sitting is the new smoking.” Still, many people across the U.S. are walking less than they used to. Long days spent sitting can take a toll over time, negatively impacting bodies and minds....
Spring often marks the season of love and fresh starts, making it a natural time for couples to celebrate wedding anniversaries. For those who have weathered decades together—perhaps 25 years or more—finding ways to make the occasion feel special and meaningful can...
(Family Features - Source:Culinary.net) Sweet, delicious treats make Easter celebrations magical, putting the final touch on brunch, lunch or dinner gatherings. Whether your crowd enjoys the sweet-tart combination of fruit-infused cakes, mini bundts with personalized...
Zion National Park, Danika Perkinson/Unsplash As the days grow longer and the school year winds down, families everywhere begin to anticipate the joys of summer vacation. Planning ahead can mean the difference between a rushed, last-minute trip and a thoughtfully...
Container plants and raised garden beds are a great introduction to gardening for all ages. Location, soil, research and planning are essential. Gardening is a popular hobby all over the world, offering people a chance to connect with nature, enjoy fresh produce, and...
Opinion
Columnist John Moore grew up with a television set much like the 1969 RCA console pictured here, which was originally owned by movie star, Gene Autry, and now belongs to John’s friend, Scott Rice. Photo Scott Rice Maybe it was different when we only had three channels...
Columnist John Moore is on a mission to save old timepieces. He needs your help. Photo: John Moore My friend runs a precious metals shop, selling mostly gold and silver. I was there to discuss those very things when a pocket watch caught my eye. An Elgin. My buddy...
Gov. Greg Abbott just before the midnight deadline Sunday vetoed a bill on THC products and said he would call a special legislative session to regulate products containing the substance. The veto angered the bill’s chief champion, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick. Abbott’s...
Columnist John Moore learned to drive on a stick shift. He still uses a clutch to operate his tractor. Courtesy John Moore One of the necessities of my youth is now one of your best bets to prevent vehicle theft: a stick shift. I watch a lot of YouTube, and...
Columnist John Moore still shines his own shoes. As long as he can find the polish to buy. Photo: John Moore In some cultures, people wash the feet of guests who arrive at their home. At my parents’ house, I didn’t wash the feet of guests, but I did offer to shine...
