A blue jay perches near a snow-dusted backyard feeder, a familiar winter sight across North Texas. With the right feeder and food, homeowners can attract a variety of birds — from cardinals to finches — throughout the year. Few things bring a yard to life quite like...
Farmersville girls basketball remained winless in District 10-3A competition. Visiting Van Alstyne came away with a 49-31 win and host Howe came out on top 64-20. “Van Alstyne is definitely a game we can win in the second round. Howe was one of our weakest games so...
A 28-year-old man is in jail after felony arson charges were filed stemming from a fire intentionally set at Walmart in Princeton. Jairo Briceno-Barrientos was arrested on charges of arson causing bodily injury/death, a First Degree felony. Jairo Briceno-Barrientos...
The Farmersville community is in mourning after the loss of Greg Barber, 55, and his son, Tim, 18, who died in a plane crash New Year’s Eve. According to information released by the National Transportation Safety Board, the crash occurred shortly after 5:30 p.m....
Farmersville is still recovering after vandalism occurred over the Christmas holiday, though the suspects have been apprehended for the crime. According to information released by Police Chief Mike Sullivan, Tuesday, Dec. 20 between 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. three to four...
Recently, the Farmersville Heritage Museum received a $2,000 donation from the Centennial, Inc., a nonprofit that helps support the library, the Civic Center and other community functions.
After nearly two months of preparation the District 10-3A basketball season is here. The Farmers opened things Jan. 3 with defending Class 3A state finalist Van Alstyne, who placed fourth to Melissa in a tournament at Allen. They hit the road Friday for a 7:30 p.m....
City officials have confirmed that Farmersville residents Greg and his son, Tim Barber were killed Saturday, Dec. 31 in an airplane crash in McKinney. A third person, whose identity has not been released, was also killed in the crash. Though the FAA and NTSB are still...
Flipping back through the pages of 2016, Farmersville’s history both for the city and the school district has been one of planning for growth, development and dealing with mayhem. City Manager Ben White The city of Farmersville’s 2016 chapter dealt mostly with...
