Home Depot employees deliver pallets of boxed cereal to Amazing Grace Food Pantry. Courtesy Amazing Grace Food Pantry Wylie pantry celebrates 20 years of feeding neighbors What began in 2006 as a small community service effort has grown into a lifeline for thousands...
As Texas lawmakers prepare for the 89th Legislature to convene on Tuesday, Jan. 14, hundreds of bills have been filed, signaling the start of the 140-day regular session. Every two years, the Texas Legislature meets in Austin for a session that allows lawmakers to...
The filing period for the city of Farmersville’s May 3, 2025, city council election officially opens Wednesday, Jan. 15. This marks the beginning of the process for residents interested in running for one of two available city council seats; Place 2, currently held...
Equine therapy program to aid incarcerated, non-violent veterans Judge John Roach, left, Pat Puckett and Collin County Sheriff Jim Skinner, at the first session of the VALOR/Collin County Sheriff’s Office Equine Therapy Program in October 2024. In December, the CCSO...
The intersection at State Hwy. 78 and Highway 205 in Lavon is often a frequent choke point due to the traffic signal and congestion. Northbound traffic is often backed up for one mile or more at night. With the population of Collin County expected to top 3 million in...
The Farmersville Fire Department received new life-saving equipment in December, adding another layer of protection for its firefighters and residents. Courtesy FFD The recent addition of new lifesaving equipment will now provide another level of protection to the...
FHS won big in March after sending 10 Robotics teams to State. Teams 75442A. 75442X, 75442N, 75442W and 75442R were able to secure seven awards and three banners at the State competition in 2024. Courtesy art Farmersville ISD experienced a transformative year in...
Karla Valdez and Emilia Martinez parked their car on the field across from the CBTx bank and Farmersville Parkway to experience the solar eclipse. As we close out these last days of 2024, Farmersville residents can look back on a year filled with moments that...
The city welcomed new Mayor Craig Overstreet, along with his wife and family, in May 2024. As 2024 draws to a close, Farmersville residents can look back on a year marked by transformative decisions, community milestones and spirited debates. From ambitious...
