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A U.S. Army combat veteran is fighting to keep ICE from breaking up his Princeton family. Arelys Barahona-Martinez, the wife of retired Staff Sgt. Wilmer Trujillo, has been detained and faces deportation to her native Honduras.Their attorney said Barahona-Martinez,...
Jaisen Rutledge. Courtesy Cheneda Samuel Four dozen votes made the difference as fewer than 3% of registered voters apparently elected Jaisen Rutledge to Place 4 on the Princeton City Council. Unofficial results show Rutledge bested Planning & Zoning Commissioner...
Princeton is taking the next step toward hiring a permanent city manager. Police Chief James Waters, who has also been serving as alternate city manager since April, said the staff has been evaluating executive search firms as part of the city’s rigorous...
By Carrie Dunlea Surrounded by mountain landscapes and natural beauty, mountain retreats in the United States offer an idyllic escape for those who seek solitude and a peaceful getaway. From the rolling hills of the Appalachians to the majestic Rockies, these...
Sports
Princeton sophomore Nalani Mornes shows two young campers how to setup a move. Photo by David Wolman / C&S Media By David Wolman [email protected] Although the 2025-26 school year has ended for students in Princeton ISD, the doors remain open for those who...
Princeton graduate Addy Smith, top, concluded a standout senior season by earning fifth place at 190 pounds in the Class 6A state wrestling tournament. Photo by Jerry Winfrey / C&S Media By David Wolman [email protected] Princeton recently completed its...
Princeton senior running back Nick Rodriguez attempts to stretch the ball over a Plano East defender and past the goal line. Rodriguez finished last season with eight rushing touchdowns and 318 rushing yards in six games. Photo by Jerry Winfrey / C&S Media By...
Jaishnavi Dinesh Kumarlin, left, and Jasmine Patrick battle for possession of the ball during last week’s youth volleyball camp at Princeton High School. Photo by Tina Lopez / C&S Media By David Wolman [email protected] Young student-athletes came to...
Princeton junior shortstop Felix Martinez has earned a selection on the District 6-6A first team in baseball. Photo by Victor Tapia / C&S Media By David Wolman [email protected] Coaches in District 6-6A recently cast their votes for the all-district baseball...
Education
Princeton ISD Superintendent Donald McIntyre says that when doing a budget, the district prefers to under-project revenue and over-project expenses. “That's the most conservative way to make sure at the end we're okay,” he said as PISD trustees got their first...
Overall, Collin County high school students are mostly doing better on statewide tests, according to the Spring 2026 State of Texas. Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) results released by the Texas Education Agency (TEA). The End-of-Course (EOC)...
Once again, Princeton ISD will be part of the national summer meals program. All children, 18 years and younger, are eligible for free summer meals, but all meals must be consumed on-site and cannot be taken off campus. Meals will be served weekdays through Friday,...
The PISD funded a teacher proposal to purchase classroom Chromebooks. Courtesy Photo Princeton ISD once again rewarded innovative ideas by funding grants through teacher proposals. Recipients were announced during an end-of-year ceremony. In the fall, 11 teachers will...
Princeton Senior High School graduates celebrate the conclusion of commencement exercises by throwing maroon and white streamers instead of the traditional cap toss Thursday, May 21, at the CUTX event center as the Class of 2026 officially closes one chapter and...
Life & Style
By Carrie Dunlea Surrounded by mountain landscapes and natural beauty, mountain retreats in the United States offer an idyllic escape for those who seek solitude and a peaceful getaway. From the rolling hills of the Appalachians to the majestic Rockies, these...
Are you tired of the heat and ready to abandon the concrete jungle for a few days with your family? Fill up your car, pack up your kids and check out some of the great state and national parks located in Arkansas. The state’s natural beauty and its history are a...
By Carrie Dunlea Backyards have evolved far beyond basic patios and grills. Today’s outdoor spaces are increasingly designed as extensions of the home — places where families can stream movies, host game-day gatherings or simply unwind outdoors without sacrificing...
Getty images Longer days and lighter schedules make summer perfect for relaxing, having fun outdoors and spending time with loved ones. However, more physical activity and time spent in the sun can also translate to increased health and safety risks. As you and your...
Simple lifestyle changes may help improve rest, overall wellness By Carrie Dunlea A good night’s sleep can make all the difference between starting the day energized and focused or dragging through it feeling irritable, distracted and exhausted. Yet for many people,...
Opinion
Columnist John Moore still has and uses the radio that kept him, his cousin, and best friend company during the summer of the 1976 American Bicentennial celebrations. Photo John Moore By John Moore | TheCountryWriter.com Author’s note: This week’s column was...
Columnist John Moore's great grandfather, Thornton Parmer Moore, is pictured circa 1935 in his blacksmith shop. Like most of the era, he made just about everything he needed. Photo John Moore By John Moore | TheCountryWriter.com As a kid, I often heard the...
Columnist John Moore spent most Saturday nights of his childhood watching the adults play cards and drink lots of coffee. Photo John Moore By John Moore | TheCountryWriter.com In 868 A.D., according to Chinese historical records, a princess was said to have...
Dozens of Texas wind projects have been halted because the Department of Defense has not approved the federal permits required for them to move forward, the Austin American-Statesman reported. Data from the American Clean Power Association indicate that the state...
Columnist John Moore wonders if we can stop the rain we started. Photo John Moore By John Moore | TheCountryWriter.com Back in 2011, it didn’t rain. It didn’t rain for a long, long time. It didn’t rain for so long that fires began to pop up where I live. One...
