Siblings Diego Capetillo, left, and PJ Capetillo, pose for pictures after competing in the College Nationals Powerlifting Meet in New Orleans, Louisiana. Courtesy Ramona Capetillo By David Wolman [email protected] Farmersville alums and siblings PJ Capetillo...
Councilmembers went a step further and granted a tax freeze for senior citizens and disabled taxpayers for 2024 at last week’s city council meeting. Previously, council approved an increase in the exemption amount to $30,000 for these two groups. By Cole McClendon For...
Downtown Farmersville will be hosting its annual Salsa Stroll one day ahead of Cinco de Mayo. On Saturday, May 4, participating stores around the square will spice up the busy day with salsa samples for guests from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more on this story see the May...
This week’s school board meeting was short but sweet for Farmersville ISD administrators. Following approval of the consent agenda at the Monday, April 29 board meeting without any discussion, trustees convened for a brief closed session to discuss contracts for...
A rustic Farmersville barn, the Boho Bodark Barn, was transformed into a beautiful venue for the annual Chamber of Commerce banquet with the theme “Farmersville’s Believe It or Not!” recently. The Farmersville venue, owned by and operated by new chamber members Jose...
Plastic waste is polluting ecosystems, affecting health In the bustling urban landscape of modern America lies a problem that’s as pervasive as it is pernicious: plastic waste. And despite the concerted efforts to recycle paper, cardboard and metals, plastic continues...
The famous military recruitment poster stating “I Want You” by Uncle Sam would have been appropriate at the April 9 Farmersville city council meeting. City Secretary Tabatha Monk updated councilmembers on the status of vacancies on city boards and commissions,...
Councilmembers unanimously approved the second and final reading of an ordinance creating a four-way stop at the intersection of Harvard Boulevard and Princeton Avenue at last week’s city council meeting. Farmersville City Manager Ben White said signs are already up...
Growth in housing and student enrollment are the two primary reasons Farmersville ISD is asking voters to approve a $98 million bond package at the May 4 election, which will also determine local political races as well. According to statistics from the Texas...
