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...
Science fair winners were honored at the Feb. 24 board meeting. From left, Clark science teacher Michelle Swenson, Omar Hassan from Clark, Eric Tullis from Southard and middle school instructional coach Jody Gerber. Mattei student Lexi Cassidy, not pictured, was also...
The Farmersville Historical Society is gearing up for its much-anticipated annual Spring Luncheon, an event that serves as the organization’s primary fundraiser for the year.Set for Saturday, March 15, this year’s luncheon will embrace a Kentucky Derby-inspired theme,...
Colby and Ashley McClendon, along with their two daughters, live in Lavon. McClendon Farms has been in operation since 1887 and Colby is a sixth generation farmer. Ashley teaches in Wylie ISD. Courtesy photo For two families in Collin County, farming is more than just...
Older horses and those with medical issues live on 70 acres in Farmersville at the Gold Star Horse Rescue & Sanctuary. Courtesy Gold Star Horse Rescue & Sanctuary Tucked away on 70 serene acres in Farmersville, Gold Star Horse Rescue and Sanctuary has been a...
Judge John Roach, left, Pat Puckett and Collin County Sheriff Jim Skinner, at the VALOR/Collin County Sheriff’s Office Equine Therapy Program held last October. A second session was held in December and more are planned in 2025. Courtesy CCSO Thanks to the efforts of...
Jason, a Meals on Wheels driver, delivers meals to a dropoff location where volunteers then pick up and deliver meals for their assigned routes. Sonia Duggan/The Princeton Herald Meals on Wheels Collin County (MOWCC) is ramping up its call for volunteers as winter...
One tradition Sonia Duggan kept is gifting a unique ornament to my children the night we decorate the tree. Her childhood ornaments—each a small, tangible reminder of her parents’ love—now hang alongside the ornaments her sons have received since they were born....
Ten veterans were presented with handmade Quilts of Valor, honoring their service and sacrifice, in a special ceremony Tuesday, Nov. 12, at the First Baptist Church in Farmersville. Courtesy photo Ten veterans were presented with handmade Quilts of Valor, honoring...
