The Farmersville City Coun­cil is trying to figure out a way to hire a new Main Street manager while making clear to whom he or she reports and avoiding con­flict between various governing and regulatory panels. Kevin Casey, the former Main Street manager, was...

For the last two months, heavy rainfall has plagued the Metroplex, causing rivers and creeks to flood and lake levels to rise. At Lake Lavon, the current water elevation could prevent some sum­mer fun activities. The lake, which is operated by the U.S. Army Corps of...

In a school year fraught with a multitude of challenges, the 125-member Farmersville High School Class of 2021 walked across the stage on a thankful note Monday, June 14, at the Allen Event Center. Graduating senior Debanhi Bosquez led the Pledge of Al­legiance after...

Two major homebuilders have made inroads in Farmers­ville by purchasing 1,838 lots in the development known as Lakehaven MUD. The 453-acre master-planned community is located adjacent to Hwy 78 and County Road 550. Green Brick Partners Inc. has teamed up with Meritage...

The 87th Texas Legislative session ended May 31 after Texas Democrats staged a walkout that dissolved the quorum needed for a vote, killing Senate Bill 7, known as the Election Integrity Protection Act. If passed, the bill would have set uniform early voting hours,...

Throughout the U.S., little box-like structures are popping up in neighborhoods, parks and school – anywhere people gather – to offer free reading material. For many, those little box­es packed with books hold the key to promoting literacy for children and adults who...