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Local early voting to start Monday

Local early voting to start Monday

  Early voting for the mayor and city council elections will begin Monday. Early voting will be held Monday, April 23 – May 1 at the Farmersville City Hall. Voting hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, April 23 – Wednesday, April 25; 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, April...

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Burglary prevention paramount for safety

Burglary prevention paramount for safety

  Recently, there have been conversations on social media regarding numerous thefts and burglaries in East Collin County. The county reported approximately 11 burglaries in the unincorporated area that the sheriff’s office patrols from March 12 through April 12,...

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Sales tax drop under investigation by city

Sales tax drop under investigation by city

City officials are on a hunt: to find out why sales tax dollars continue to dip this year. So far this year, Farmersville sales tax revenue has decreased 23.45 percent, receiving $287,277 versus $375,287 received for the same period of time in 2017. The most recent...

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New car approved for police fleet

New car approved for police fleet

Several police related items were discussed at the recent city council meeting. At the special called meeting held Tuesday, April 3, Farmersville Police Mike Sullivan got the go ahead to order a new police car for the city’s fleet. Prior to approval, Mayor Diane Piwko...

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Campaign finances reported for council

Campaign finances reported for council

City council candidates seeking office in the May 5 city election in Farmersville have spent a total of $5,112.30 on their campaigns, reports filed with the city secretary showed. Farmersville voters will be choosing a mayor and two city council members, with all...

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Band takes top honors at competition

Band takes top honors at competition

The Farmersville HS Symphonic Band earned their 5th consecutive Sweepstakes award last week at the Region 25 UIL Concert and Sightreading contest. For the photo in print and additional band coverage, see the April 12 edition or subscribe online.

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