Needed repairs to city facilities, including roof work, electrical upgrades and public safety improvements, led discussion during the Farmersville City Council’s regular meeting as officials weighed immediate fixes against upcoming budget considerations. At the...
As temperatures drop, the spread of cold and flu germs rises. Start the year off healthy and be sure to rid your home of lingering germs that may be hiding in places you don’t expect. “I always recommend the flu shot – especially when officials are predicting a harsh...
Election filings for seats city council and for mayor are open and packets are available for pick up. Packets and applications for a place on the ballot may be picked up at city hall between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday through Feb. 17. Packets cannot be...
The end of the year typically draws long lines of property owners wanting to pay their taxes to get to get an income tax deduction, but this year’s was a little busier at the Collin County Tax office because of legislation passed Dec. 20 to modify income tax laws....
Livestock exhibitors from throughout the county step into the judging ring next week for the Collin County Junior Livestock Show, the first event of the season. The junior livestock show runs from Monday, Jan. 8, through Saturday, Jan. 13, at Myers Park and Event...
Every victory and defeat is crucial if the Farmers want to return to the playoffs. Farmersville (7-8 overall, as of Monday, Jan. 1) began its quest Tuesday, Jan. 2 in the District 10-3A opener at Van Alstyne. Howe comes town 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 5. Followed by at...
What comes to mind when you hear the term, “museum?” Is it pristine white walls, or being hushed in the hall? What about priceless artifacts that shouldn’t be touched? Well, when it comes to the Farm Museum in McKinney you can think again, because this museum centers...
By a unanimous 5-0 vote, the Collin County Commissioners Court recently voted to name the county courthouse after Russell A. Steindam, a Congressional Medal of Honor winner who gave his life for his fellow soldiers during the Vietnam War. The County Courthouse...
Far and wide through Farmersville ISD campuses, veterans and active military were honored Friday, Nov. 10 in observance of Veterans Day. Students at Tatum Elementary School participated in a flag raising ceremony hosted by local Boy Scout Troop 310 and Cub Scout Troop...
