With the latest public meeting completed, Collin County’s study of two southeastern segments of the proposed Outer Loop is nearing completion, moving the project closer to finalizing its schematic design and environmental review before right-of-way acquisition can...
Columnist John Moore rarely went out to eat when he was young. But when he did, he had a pretty good idea where his family was going to dine. Photo: Moore Family Photos By John Moore | TheCountryWriter.com “Are we going out to eat?” was not a phrase my...
Charles Richard Shelton passed away on July 16, 2026, at the age of 88, at his Farmersville area home, surrounded by his family. He was born on August 1, 1937, in Hugo, Oklahoma, to Ralph McKinney Shelton and Minnie Eleanor (Grafford) Shelton. Charles was united in...
Columnist John Moore bought a lot of books when he was young. He still has many of them. Photo: John Moore By John Moore | TheCountryWriter.com I’m not sure what fundraisers try to sell to grade school kids today, but when I was a kid, it was books. The...
By Carrie Dunlea Retirement often brings more freedom, but it can also mean fewer daily opportunities to connect with others. Whether you're newly retired or simply looking to expand your circle, building new friendships can improve both physical and mental well-being...
By Andrew Norsworthy | [email protected] Farmersville City Council members continued discussions Monday about the future of ambulance service following its departure from the North and East Collin County Coalition of Cities. After public comments on agenda...
Handmade mini quilts, above, inspired by favorite children’s books are displayed throughout Rike Memorial Library. Quilters also created two full-size quilts, right, inspired by “Harry Potter” and “The Secret Garden.” Allison LaBrot/The Farmersville Times A...
A NCTCOG recruit wears a body cam. Courtesy photo The North Central Texas Council of Governments Regional Police Academy is expanding its use of technology to better prepare future law enforcement officers by incorporating Motorola Solutions V700 body cameras into...
Columnist John Moore still listens to vinyl on the types of stereos on which he grew up. Photo: John Moore By John Moore | TheCountryWriter.com Transistor radios were a breakthrough in entertainment. Especially for young people. When they debuted in the...
