Billy Glenn Coker first improved the world on December 2, 1947, and left it poorer on April 16, 2026. Just after sunset on Wednesday, we lost one of its truest and most noble Grumps — a pureblood Coker living in Farmersville, Texas. Billy’s first breath forever...
It’s that time of year to start setting New Year’s resolutions: work out more; get a new job; save money. While these are admirable goals, have you considered how your resolutions might make a bigger impact? Protecting our water is one of the biggest challenges facing...
The vast majority of seniors have at least one chronic condition, and more than two thirds have two or more chronic conditions -- so choosing the right coverage is important. Fortunately, premium prices are expected to remain stable. But out-of-pocket pharmacy costs...
Building will soon start on a new luxury apartment complex in Farmersville. Palladium Farmersville is anticipated to start work in the next week after final approval was given by city council Tuesday, Dec. 11. The 80-unit apartment complex will be built next to...
Farmersville School Board approved its annual financial audit after receiving praise for strong numbers and a smooth auditing process. Kirk Evans discussed the audit report at a board meeting Monday, Dec. 17. “The audit went smoothly and we had no disagreements,” he...
The Farmers came away with a split one week ago in non-district basketball action. They beat visiting and former district opponent Howe 59-52 and lost 54-42 on the road to Honey Grove. “I felt that we took some strides as a team and played a pretty good game against...
A secret Santa has struck the city of Farmersville and he only has one message during this holiday season: pay it forward. Over $5,000 was gifted to random utility accounts associated with the city of Farmersville. The local anonymous “Santa” gave the city cash to go...
Does your family have a tradition of giving an early Christmas present? Maybe it’s on Christmas Eve in anticipation of Santa’s coming? Our family does have an early gift tradition, but this year I received one even earlier than I could have imagined. It was delivered...
The Christmas spirit is alive and well in Farmersville as residents join together to share a free Family Feast this week. The feast will be provided at the Farmersville Masonic Lodge located at 817 Water St. from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 20. The free food event...
