The Wylie Police Department says two girls missing from Redwood at The Lake were reported found at 3:24 p.m. today, Tuesday, June 2.
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Boots n’ Barbecue draws crowd, raises funds
A flurry of confetti announces the grand total on the big screen as the Wylie Education Foundation wrapped up this year’s annual Boots n’ Barbecue gala Saturday, March 28 at the Plano Event Center. Courtesy Chris Bigenho More than 850 supporters gathered Saturday,...
Council reviews budget outlook, possible bond election
A potential bond election and a more conservative budget outlook highlighted discussion during the Tuesday, March 24, Wylie City Council meeting, where officials also approved several upcoming events. The meeting began with the recognition of several “Shining the...
Wylie First Responders to conduct training exercise Sunday
Sunday, Mar. 29, will be a major training day for Wylie Fire Rescue and the Wylie Police Department. Don't be surprised if you notice a significant police and fire presence at the high school and Collin College. Collin College is partnering with the Wylie and Sachse...
P&Z recommends zoning update, reviews ordinance changes
Wylie Planning and Zoning Commission recommended updates to an existing zoning district and discussed potential revisions to the city’s zoning ordinance, including possible changes to land-use regulations and development standards last week. Commissioners first held a...
Sports
Wylie East qualifies 3 for state track and field meet
Wylie East senior Tyree Washington soars through the air during an attempt in the boys triple jump at the Region II-6A track and field meet at Waco Midway High School. Photo by Rod Aydelotte / The Waco Tribune-Herald By David Wolman [email protected] Wylie East...
Soccer teams continue to pile up wins
Wylie sophomore Izzy Ragojo and the Lady Pirates soccer team will play Wylie East on Friday night before hosting Rockwall-Heath in the bi-district round of the playoffs at 7 p.m. Friday, March 20 at Wylie ISD Stadium. Photo by Elijah Kloepping / C&S Media By David...
Soccer teams clinch playoff berths
Wylie senior midfielder Paige Orr, left, and the Lady Pirates will play Rockwall-Heath in the bi-district round of the playoffs Friday, March 20 at 7 p.m. at Wylie ISD Stadium. Photo by Elijah Kloepping / C&S Media By David Wolman [email protected] This week...
Bickley selected to TGCA Cheer Legacy Team
Wylie East senior Brooke Bickley was named to the TGCA Cheer Legacy Team on March 2. Submitted photo By David Wolman [email protected] Wylie East senior Brooke Bickley received an email from the Texas Girls Coaches Association three weeks ago. The email told her...
Home runs power softball teams
Wylie East junior Kinley Kovar looks at home plate as she unleashes a pitch during last week’s home game against Sachse. Photo by Oladipo Awowale / C&S Media By David Wolman [email protected] With the high rate at which runs were being scored by the Sachse...
Education
Students shine at 59th annual Wylie Show & Sale
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...
Governor signs school voucher bill
Gov. Greg Abbott displays Senate Bill 2, signed May 3, creating educational savings accounts – a school voucher system – in Texas. Photo Courtesy Governor’s Office Effective with the 2026-27 school year, Texas families will be able to apply for a trust fund account...
Top WEHS students pursue passions, community
Loi “Leon” Le, Wylie East’s valedictorian, and Caden Ly, salutatorian, will walk the stage with their classmates Saturday, May 24 at the Credit Union of Texas Event Center in Allen. Allison LaBrot/The Wylie News Wylie East High School seniors Loi “Leon” Le, Class of...
Local school districts rate As and Bs
After 19 months of court challenges by several districts, the Texas Education Agency has released school accountability ratings for the 2022-23 school year. The 2023-24 rankings are still blocked pending the resolution of a second lawsuit. No scores were released for...
Wylie ISD names new junior high in honor of Richard Parker
Richard Parker is a Wylie native and a 1965 graduate of WISD (Courtesy Wylie ISD) At its April 28 meeting, the Wylie ISD Board of Trustees announced that the district’s newest junior high school will be named Richard Parker Junior High. The school, currently under...
Life & Style
Manage Busy Spring Schedules with Simple, Nutritious Bowls
When jam-packed calendars and seemingly constant takeout orders get you down, diving into a fresh way to rethink homecooked meals can get you and your loved ones into a better-for-you routine. Close your favorite food delivery app and instead break out the bowls for...
The Science of Sleep: Why rest matters at every age
A good night’s sleep can feel like a luxury, but it’s actually a necessity for overall health. From boosting energy to protecting against chronic disease, sleep plays a critical role in well-being—especially as people age. Yet, many adults don’t get the recommended...
Advanced garden prep saves time, aids spring crops
With the exception of winter crops like hearty spinach and kale, Collin County gardeners should remove spent plants and debris from vegetable beds and flower gardens to prepare for spring crops. As winter’s chill settles over Collin County, gardeners might be tempted...
Transform your space : Strategies to organize your home’s interior
The dawn of a new year is a natural time to embrace positive change, and while resolutions often focus on personal health or fitness, an overlooked area for transformation is the home. A clutter-free, organized environment can make daily life more manageable and even...
Short-term fitness goals can lead to long-term success
As New Year’s Day 2024 approached, millions of individuals were preparing to make changes they hoped would improve their fitness. In a Forbes Health/One Poll survey of 1,000 adults in the months leading up to the start of 2024, nearly half (48 percent) of respondents...
Opinion
Ode to Iacocca
Columnist John Moore still has the license plate from his first car. A 1966 Ford Mustang. Photo: John Moore Lee Iacocca gave us two American classics: the Ford Mustang and the Chrysler minivan. The first was intended to compete with the Chevy Corvair Monza. The latter...
Gardens and Grandma
Columnist John Moore didn’t like gardens as a kid. That’s changed thanks to his grandmothers. Photo: John Moore As a kid, I hated the vegetable garden. If you stood on our back porch, it was to your left. It took up the entire corner of our large yard. To me, gardens...
Insurance crisis hitting public schools
Severe weather from hurricanes and other weather events has not spared the state’s public schools, resulting in skyrocketing property insurance costs, the Houston Chronicle reported. Insurance costs for districts have increased by 44% statewide in the past five years,...
A numbers game
You don't see phone books much anymore. But even when they were around, columnist John Moore was nowhere to be found in one.Courtesy John Moore For those of us who once made our living working on the radio, one of the main competitors we had for advertising dollars...
The Wylie News makes an exception in the name of transparency
The Wylie News’ longstanding policy on local elections is to avoid endorsements or recommendations. However, we are making an exception regarding the upcoming special election on amendments to the city’s charter. The city of Wylie’s charter was adopted in a special...
