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Melody Hope Newhouse

Melody Hope Newhouse

Born on March 24, 2011, in Garland, Texas, Melody Newhouse, a sophomore at Farmersville High School, was a creative, innovative, and avid learner. She had a natural curiosity and a beautiful way of bringing positivity and light to those around her. Melody was always...

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Museum Patch Quest fun for all ages

Museum Patch Quest fun for all ages

The Farmersville Heritage Museum is participating in the Collin County Museum Patch Quest in honor of America’s 250th birthday. Courtesy photo Museums throughout Collin County are offering a unique way to celebrate America 250. The Collin County Museum Patch Quest...

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College seeks trustee for Place 8 vacancy 

College seeks trustee for Place 8 vacancy 

Application filing ends June 26  Collin College is seeking applicants to fill the Place 8 seat on its Board of Trustees following the retirement of founding trustee and Farmersville resident Robert “Bob” Collins after 41 years of service.  To be eligible for...

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Raising the steaks

Raising the steaks

Columnist John Moore's great grandfather, Thornton Parmer Moore, is pictured circa 1935 in his blacksmith shop. Like most of the era, he made just about everything he needed. Photo John Moore By John Moore | TheCountryWriter.com As a kid, I often heard the...

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In the cards

In the cards

Columnist John Moore spent most Saturday nights of his childhood watching the adults play cards and drink lots of coffee. Photo John Moore By John Moore | TheCountryWriter.com In 868 A.D., according to Chinese historical records, a princess was said to have...

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Dixie Edwards Shinn

Dixie Edwards Shinn

Dixie Edwards Shinn, age 89, passed away peacefully at her home in Farmersville, Texas, on May 8, 2026, surrounded by her family and dear caregivers, after an extended illness. She was born in Caddo Mills, Texas, on April 25, 1937, to the late Dick and Bonnie Edwards....

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