The federal government has approved Texas’ final proposal for the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment program, clearing the way for the state to invest roughly $1.3 billion in expanding high-speed internet access. Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock announced...
Mayor Craig Overstreet with his wife, Allison, left, daughters Lindsey Moore and Leslie Dollar (holding baby daughter Ally), and son-in-law Daniel Dollar. Craig Overstreet has been Farmersville mayor for about week and said he feels as if he has been pummeled by the...
Farmersville ISD proudly debuted its latest facility constructed at the high school using funds from the $65 million bond approved by voters in May 2021. The passage of the $98M bond will provide funds for future improvements. Photo courtesy Farmersville ISD. The...
Farmersville High School’s top two academic finishers are heading in different directions in pursuit of the same goal. They are seeking successful careers in divergent occupations. The FHS Class of 2024 valedictorian is Mariana Arteaga, the daughter of Javier and...
One year ago, Collin County Sheriff Jim Skinner announced plans to reduce recidivism rates among inmates by offering a program where they can learn better life skills, improve their education and learn a trade. “Too often, we see generations of a family stuck in that...
Housing Forward and the All Neighbors Coalition announced the third consecutive year of reductions in homelessness in Dallas and Collin counties, including the lowest total number of people experiencing homelessness in nearly a decade. Announced at the State of...
After 20 years of planning and four years of construction, Texas’ first major reservoir to be built in more than three decades glistens in the sun as a recreational beacon. The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD), based in Wylie, owns and operates Bois d’Arc...
Once again, Collin County property values are generally higher, according to 2024 certified estimated taxable values released by Collin Central Appraisal District (CCAD). However, the average market value of homes decreased slightly in the city of Farmersville and...
The Farmersville Fire Department has been without its two major pieces of firefighting equipment. Residents, though, shouldn’t worry about whether the city’s emergency response capability has been compromised, according to Fire Chief Gregg Massey. The fire...
