Princeton senior Ja'keylen Montgomery-Perkins runs through a hole created by the Panthers' offensive line for a gain during Friday's home game against McKinney. Photo by Jerry Winfrey / Princeton Herald By Mark Saldana [email protected] McKinney delivered an...
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Three keys for Princeton to defeat McKinney
Princeton junior wide receiver Collin Fannin-White had a receiving and a passing touchdown in last week's 59-35 loss to Plano. Photo by Jerry Winfrey / C&S Media By David Wolman [email protected] Princeton has done a lot of good things during its inaugural...
Haunted happenings at historical home
For those brave enough to explore the eerie past of the Bain-Honaker House, the home will once again set the scene for the Farmersville Historical Society’s Candlelight Tours. The annual event, Oct. 18-19, promises an immersive journey through the lives of the house’s...
State Fair fans make memories year after year
Tom Horst, along with his family, are fans of the food, the exhibits, the parade, the displays and much more at the State Fair of Texas. Courtesy Tom Horst The State Fair of Texas, an iconic celebration deeply rooted in tradition, has captivated visitors since its...
City bond rating upgraded
Standard & Poor’s (S&P) Global Ratings has upgraded the city’s certificates of obligation and general obligation (GO) bond ratings from “AA-“ to “AA” and has assessed the city’s financial outlook as “stable.” In July, Fitch Ratings upgraded Princeton’s...
Sports
McKinney outlasts Princeton, 62-27
Princeton senior Ja'keylen Montgomery-Perkins runs through a hole created by the Panthers' offensive line for a gain during Friday's home game against McKinney. Photo by Jerry Winfrey / Princeton Herald By Mark Saldana [email protected] McKinney delivered an...
Three keys for Princeton to defeat McKinney
Princeton junior wide receiver Collin Fannin-White had a receiving and a passing touchdown in last week's 59-35 loss to Plano. Photo by Jerry Winfrey / C&S Media By David Wolman [email protected] Princeton has done a lot of good things during its inaugural...
Princeton still in search of 1st 6-6A win after 3-0 loss to Plano East
Princeton senior Olivia Neal looks at the ball as she goes up in the air for a hitting attempt during Tuesday's District 6-6A match against Plano East. Photo by Victor Tapia / Princeton Herald By David Wolman [email protected] Princeton head volleyball coach...
First-half miscues prove costly in Princeton’s shootout loss to Plano
Princeton junior tight end Gabe Pattin runs up the field for a gain to the Plano 1-yard line during the first half of Friday's District 6-6A football game from John Clark Stadium. The Wildcats defeated the Panthers, 59-35. Photo by Jerry Winfrey / C&S Media PLANO...
Princeton runners rack up top 10 finishes at Denison
Princeton's Evelyn Escamilla, pictured in previous action, placed 18th at the Denison Invitational. Photo by Maddie Smith / C&S Media By David Wolman [email protected] Princeton earned seven top 10 finishes last week at Denison, with the Panthers accounting...
Education
School accountability grades still blocked
An Austin judge has continued the court order blocking the Texas Education Agency (TEA) from releasing its A-F accountability ratings for public schools. Travis County Judge Daniella DeSeta Lyttle scheduled a trial in February on the suit filed by five independent...
PISD enrollment up sharply
The Princeton Independent School District (PISD) is prepared to use portable classrooms if needed to keep up with unprecedented growth, Superintendent Donald McIntyre said. Total district enrollment was 9,859 last week, up 1,264 from a year earlier, McIntyre told the...
Sign up floats for PHS homecoming parade
September 9 is the deadline to register floats for the 2024 Princeton High School Homecoming Parade, “Maroon Doom.” The registration fee is $35. The parade begins at 3 p.m., Friday, Sept. 20, at Fifth Street and Mabel Avenue. The parade is to proceed north on Fourth...
School board adopts budget, sets tax rate
The Princeton Independent School District plans to spend $144.6 million for the 2024-2025 school year after trustees adopted a new budget increasing expenditures by 15.36%. Jona Boitmann, assistant superintendent of finance, said 63.6% of the expenditures would be for...
Princeton ISD adds nearly 1,000 students
PISD Superintendent Donald McIntyre high-fives Christian Velasco on the first day of school at Godwin Elementary. Courtesy PISD Growth is exceeding projections in the Princeton Independent School District, Superintendent Donald McIntyre said as the 2024-25 school...
Life & Style
Planning the perfect road trip: Tips for an unforgettable journey
Planning head can make the difference between a so-so road trip and a perfect road trip. Road trips are a quintessential way to explore new places, reconnect with nature, or simply enjoy the thrill of the open road. Whether you’re planning a weekend escape or a...
Exploring America’s autumnaal treasures
Eureka Springs, Arkansas: A Victorian Gem in the Ozarks. Kary Bjorn Photography/Unsplash As the heat of summer fades into the crisp embrace of autumn, September offers a perfect opportunity for travel across the U.S. The month’s moderate weather, stunning fall foliage...
It’s all happening at the library
If you don’t have a library card, you’re missing out. Whether you’re upgrading your skills, scouting for knowledge and information or connecting with other readers, a library card from Lois Nelson Public Library is your key to an arsenal of resources. And, since...
The importance of sleep for students: Easing back into the routine
Experts recommend that children aged 6 to 12 get 9 to 12 hours of sleep per night, while teenagers aged 13 to 18 need 8 to 10 hours As summer winds down and the back-to-school season approaches, students and parents alike face the challenge of readjusting to a regular...
Last-minute getaways for DFW families
Just a few hours away, Broken Bow, Oklahoma offers hiking, boating, fishing opportunities, along with plenty of rental cabins, making it a great option for a quick family trip. Courtesy Daniel Hubbard, Pixabay As summer draws to a close and the school year looms,...
Opinion
Early iceboxes yield cool memories
Columnist John Moore has an ice box that’s been in his family for a long time. One that still works if he ever needs it. Photo / John Moore The fridge. Frigerator. Some even called it, “The Frigidaire.” A few decades ago it had many names. Growing up, my family called...
The screening process
The screening process Movies were betterin a theater. A theater filled with people. Such was the case before the internet. Before HBO. Before people holed up in their living rooms and away from their neighbors and friends. A time when pay-per-view meant you bought a...
Scouting for knowledge
John Moore’s genuine Scouting pocketknife. Courtesy John Moore I learned a lot from Scouting. Started as a Cub Scout, then joined Webelos, then the Boy Scouts. Girls and making money took priority over my time around age 14, so I never made Eagle Scout. But what...
Heat-related deaths in Texas likely undercounted
As Texans endure the dog days of summer, experts say deaths related to heat in Texas and nationwide are likely undercounted, the Texas Standard reported. With climate change causing warmer days and nights, last year was the hottest on record in Texas. Though this...
A Fair Deal
Columnist John Moore’s sister took first place at the county fair with a photo she snapped on a Colorado train trip. Photo/ John Moore The photo was taken quickly with little thought of its future impact. It was just one on the 36-count roll of Kodak color film that...