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Farmersville utility bills delayed

Farmersville utility bills delayed

Residents are advised that their monthly utility bills may arrive later than usual this month due to a printing error at the mailing center. According to a statement from the city of Farmersville, the bills, which are typically dispatched by the first of each month,...

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Keeping your family safe from ticks

Keeping your family safe from ticks

Summer months draw Texans outdoors, but the number of people enjoying warmer weather also draw out ticks looking for a meal. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts warn that ticks can pose danger and folks should take steps to avoid them. “Ticks are blood...

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Veteran’s family receives new home

Veteran’s family receives new home

Retired U.S. Army Sgt. Semeli Toilolo at the Tuesday, June 18, groundbreaking ceremony where he and his family were surprised to learn they will receive a new home being built for them in Lavon. Courtesy photo Retired U.S. Army Sgt. Semeli Toilolo and his family will...

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Fundraising under the stars at Heard Museum

Fundraising under the stars at Heard Museum

Kerrville rock and roll band The Blandelles had Heard Museum patrons dancing in the dark at the Night Out fundraiser, Saturday, June 22. A second event is planned in July. It was hot and humid, but that didn’t stop Heard Museum patrons from dancing at the first of two...

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Crump elected to serve as president of NTMWD

Crump elected to serve as president of NTMWD

NTMWD board of directors has elected George Crump of Farmersville as the new president of the board. The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) board of directors has elected new officers who will lead the board through May 2025. Comprised of a board of 25...

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Road projects enhance mobility, safety

Road projects enhance mobility, safety

Current and slated TxDOT road projects in Collin County. Courtesy TxDOT As Collin County continues to grow, numerous infrastructure projects are set to reshape the region, aiming to improve mobility and safety. Clarence Daugherty, director of engineering for Collin...

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Audie Murphy events begin

Audie Murphy events begin

There’s a full slate of events on tap for the 25th annual Audie Murphy Day celebration, an event that honors area veterans and the city’s favorite — and most decorated — U. S. soldier of World War II. Here is the schedule of events according to the Audie Murphy Day...

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Bluegrass on Ballard is June 29

Bluegrass on Ballard is June 29

Darin and Brooke Aldridge, a Billboard chart-topping act, are performing at Bluegrass on Ballard. Courtesy of Darin and Brooke Aldridge Bluegrass on Ballard, one of the biggest local annual events, is back with something for everyone Saturday, June 29 downtown at Olde...

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