Farmersville Independent School District is welcoming families for the upcoming school year and providing enrollment guidance for Pre-Kindergarten students and transfer applicants. The district states a child is eligible for free Pre-K if the student is 4 years old on...
Why small choices — especially about plastic — still matter By Carrie Dunlea Earth Day may have passed by the time this hits your doorstep, but its message shouldn’t be confined to a single date on the calendar. Since its launch in 1970, when millions of Americans...
David Keith Sumrow, 74, of Allen, went to be with the Lord on Friday, April 10, 2026. He was born May 12, 1951, to Earl and Christine Ketron Sumrow. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Debra Sumrow; son Brandon Sumrow; brother Franklin Sumrow (Billie); sister...
Columnist John Moore has endured many difficulties, but nothing's worse than wallpaper. Photo by John Moore There are two true tests for how solid your marriage is — COVID-19 and hanging wallpaper together. As I awoke from 9½ hours of sleep, all rested and ready for...
Officials with the Farmersville have canceled the city’s annual Sparks of Freedom fireworks celebration for 2026, citing a combination of safety concerns, rising costs and limited resources. City leadership announced the decision following discussions with fireworks...
Why your CoQ10 level matters Heart disease is something many adults push to the back of their minds if they are not experiencing symptoms; a concern for “later” in life. However, that mindset may be changing. New research suggests younger generations are thinking...
See more, spend less with these road-ready travel ideas By Carrie Dunlea Summer travel is shaping up to be more expensive than ever, and for many Americans, that means rethinking long-haul flights and overseas adventures. Rising airfare and overall travel costs have...
The future of Farmersville’s long-running “Old Time Saturday” event is uncertain as organizers face ongoing challenges with volunteer support, a concern raised during the Monday, April 6, City Council meeting. Dustin Tarrant, a board member of Farmersville Centennial...
Lily Fortenberry of Princeton is a member of AHG Troop TX0131. Courtesy photo For more than 30 years, American Heritage Girls troops across the country have led girls ages 5 to 18 on a journey of faith, service and fun. The Christ-centered program develops character...
