More than 10 years ago, a mere five words frightened desk jockeys everywhere: “sitting is the new smoking.” Still, many people across the U.S. are walking less than they used to. Long days spent sitting can take a toll over time, negatively impacting bodies and minds....
Farmersville baseball came away with a winning record in their first trip back to the Blue Ridge Tournament. They beat Collinsville 4-0, Blue Ridge 13-2, and lost in the opener to Detroit 4-0. “We’re a work in progress and will be for awhile. We weren’t good on Friday...
Notes of achievement are floating about at the Farmersville Junior High School after Band Director Bradley Arledge was nominated for a nationwide award. Arledge was nominated for the 2017-‘18 national LifeChanger of the Year award, sponsored by the National Life Group...
After the March 6 primary races concluded, several runoffs developed in county and state races and will be decided in a runoff election set for May 22. In Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 Republican race, there will be a runoff race between Mike McCandless and...
Filing has closed for Farmersville city council with the mayoral seat and two council seats contested. For Place 2, there are three individuals who have filed: incumbent city councilmember Donny Mason, Angie Rios and John Garcia. Mason, who has served on council since...
It was smiles all around, including some doggie ones, as Collin County Sheriff K9 Deputy Elo retired Thursday, Feb. 22. After working for the Collin County Sheriff’s Office for more than five years, the canine was retired from service with honors. K9 Deputy Elo will...
In today’s world school safety is a hot button topic, and for the Farmersville Independent School District, it is an issue that is taken seriously. A junior high school student was arrested Wednesday, Feb. 21 for exhibition of a firearm, which is a Third Degree...
It has long been the goal of Farmersville football head coach Sammy Burnett to return to Brownwood in the same capacity. He achieved that last Thursday after being named for the same position at his high school alma mater. “I think it’s a true blessing. It has been a...
A flair of Texas style was on display along with delicious tales of food at the Farmersville Historical Society’s annual luncheon and style show Saturday, Feb. 24. Despite ominous weather, more than 100 individuals took part in the event, which acts as the society’s...
