Latest News
After a three-day journey from Amarillo, a group of lions, tigers and lemurs are beginning a new chapter in Wylie — trading a private facility for spacious enclosures, regular veterinary care and a permanent home at In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue and Educational...
By David Wolman [email protected] Old Dominion basketball player Imo Essien is hosting a basketball camp for third to eighth-graders on Saturday, Aug. 23. A former Wylie resident, Essien will host the camp at his former high school Bishop Lynch for a...
Wylie East incoming senior cornerback Oghenerukevwe Eruvwetaghware gave a verbal commitment to play football for Arkansas State University on Monday, July 21. Photo courtesy of Brad Walsh / C&S Media By David Wolman [email protected] Wylie East incoming...
Wylie East alumnus Daniel Marquez, left, won the District 6-6A wrestling title at 285 pounds. Photo by Maddie Smith / C&S Media By David Wolman [email protected] The senior class at Wylie East delivered clutch performances throughout the duration of the...
Wylie alumnus kicker Spencer Gilbert made a 44-yard field goal as time expired to lift the Pirates to a 27-24 win over Naaman Forest. Photo by Oladipo Awowale / C&S Media By David Wolman [email protected] Whether on a football field, cross country course,...
Sports
Wylie senior Zach Alshali scored two goals in the Pirates' 3-0 win over Wylie East on Friday at Wylie ISD Stadium. Photo by Elijah Kloepping / C&S Media By Mark Saldana [email protected] The Wylie Pirates continued their strong season Friday night, defeating...
Wylie junior right fielder Ava Cook has been named the most valuable player of District 9-6A. Photo by Tina Lopez / C&S Media By David Wolman [email protected] It was business as usual for the Sachse and Wylie softball teams this season. Both the Lady...
Nine seniors from Wylie High School signed a National Letter of Intent during a signing ceremony held Wednesday, May 14. Photo courtesy of Casi Thedford By David Wolman [email protected] Last Wednesday marked a big step in the athletic and academic career of...
Wylie sophomore left fielder Mia Gamez makes a diving catch during a Class 6A Division I regional semifinal last Friday from Getterman Stadium in Waco. Photo by Rod Aydelotte / Waco Tribune-Herald By David Wolman [email protected] After Conroe junior pitcher Eva...
Wylie East junior Tyree Washington finished in eighth place in the boys' triple jump at the Class 6A state track and field meet. Photo by David Wolman / C&S Media By David Wolman [email protected] Wylie East junior Tyree Washington concluded his season last...
Education
Elementary Paraprofessional of the Year Lily Courtney reacts after hearing her name announced at the district’s annual banquet held Friday, May 2. Courtesy Wylie ISD Wylie ISD honored some of its most dedicated and passionate educators during its annual Wylie Way...
Dallas Summer Musicals officials have nominated Wylie East High School for two of their prestigious High School Awards. These awards celebrate the best in high school theatre across the DFW metroplex, this year including more than 60 schools. Wylie East’s drama...
Construction workers on a number of public facility job sites continue reporting to work amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak and companies are taking steps to help ensure that their employees are safe while on site.Major public projects in Wylie include...
Registration for Collin College Fall classes will open for returning students on Tuesday, April 14 with open registration for new students beginning Wednesday, April 29. Collin students who have completed 50 hours or more can register for classes starting Tuesday,...
On a normal day, Pistol Lake Clothing Company, based in Venice, California, is busy cranking out minimalist clothing (gear) made from a sustainable mix of recycled water bottles and Eucalyptus – Eudae – but, with the onset of the Corona pandemic, CEO Ryan Light (WHS...
Life & Style
Crafting is one of many hobbies you could consider. Hobbies allow individuals to explore their interests, meet new people and keep their brains sharp. But finding time to pursue hobbies— often after becoming empty nesters—can benefit individuals in many ways. And...
Host friends, family without all the hassle Hosting family and friends for an extended period at your home for the holidays is a tall task. The Bureau of Transportation Statistics reports that during the Christmas/New Year holiday period, the number of long-distance...
By Greg Ford Staff Writer [email protected] Bella Fenoglio will participate in her first pageant later this month in Houston. However, the Nov. 26 Miss Teen Texas event will not only be a competitive one, but also an opportunity for Bella, 14, to educate...
INGREDIENTS 1 cup long grain rice, uncooked 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 cup chopped onion ½ cup chopped celery ½ cup chopped green bell pepper 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 cans (15 ounces each) mild red beans in chili sauce, undrained 1 teaspoon ground cumin...
By Joe Reavis Staff Writer [email protected] Skills he learned as a combat radio relay operator, in training and on the front lines in the Korean War, helped shape the future for William “Bill” Henry of Seis Lagos who pursued a successful career in electronics...
Opinion
Columnist John Moore finds himself a little lost with new technology. Sometimes lost a lot. Courtesy John Moore Folks aren’t counting on each other like we were 50 years ago. And technology is the wedge that’s come between us. Our parents didn’t worry about us much...
Texas Secretary of State Ruth Hughs on Dec. 11 hosted a roundtable discussion of state agencies to coordinate efforts to accurately count all Texans in the upcoming 2020 Census. Hughs was joined by Dr. Steven Dillingham, U.S. Census Bureau director; Dr. Lloyd Potter,...
Before voter-approved amendments to the Texas Constitution are set in stone, it is the governor’s duty to publicly proclaim the results of the election. On Dec. 4, Gov. Greg Abbott posted such a proclamation, having first certified the tabulation prepared by the Texas...
Dear Rusty: I’m 59 years old. When do I need to start looking at what’s available for me - when I start getting closer to age 65? Signed: Planning Ahead Dear Planning Ahead: Kudos to you for thinking about Social Security in advance! Fifty-nine years of age is a great...
Texas Secretary of State Ruth Hughs announced ahead of the 2020 primary and general elections that her office will join fellow members of the National Association of Secretaries of State in #TrustedInfo2020, a social media-based education effort to prevent...
