Starting with November’s general election, Collin County voters will be going back to the future. Collin County commissioners have agreed to return to hand-marked paper ballots except for voters with vision or mobility challenges. They would still be able to use...
Gov. Greg Abbott announced a special session of the Texas Legislature starting July 8. The June 22 announcement did not specify what legislative priorities will be included in the special session agenda but said the items “will be announced prior to the convening of...
Gov. Greg Abbott announced a special session of the Texas Legislature starting July 8. The June 22 announcement did not specify what legislative priorities will be included in the special session agenda but said the items “will be announced prior to the convening of...
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,...
Over the last four years, Farmersville High School valedictorian Alex Brooks and salutatorian Kylie Self have traveled similar paths, finding success in both the classroom and on the athletic field. As participants in varsity sports throughout their high school...
