Staff Reports
Backyard Bliss: Create a peaceful outdoor retreat
In the past decade, backyards have evolved from simple spaces with patios or decks into extensions of our homes—versatile, tranquil sanctuaries designed for rest and renewal. Whether you're looking to boost your home's value or simply carve out a personal oasis,...
Transparency bills advancing at Texas Capitol shine light on government
Sunlight is starting to break through at the Capitol in the final month of the Texas legislative session. Open government measures have won passage in the House of Representatives with bipartisan support, and more House votes are scheduled on legislation championed by...
Immersive getaways that make the most of your vacation days
Everyone needs a break now and then. Time off helps us recharge, gain perspective, and reconnect with ourselves and the people we care about. But instead of letting vacation days slip away unused—or spending them on trips that leave you needing a vacation from your...
Gardens and Grandma
Columnist John Moore didn’t like gardens as a kid. That’s changed thanks to his grandmothers. Photo: John Moore As a kid, I hated the vegetable garden. If you stood on our back porch, it was to your left. It took up the entire corner of our large yard. To me, gardens...
Top students recognize favorite teachers
Shalley Boles, left, Upneet Kaur, Jean Ann Collins, and Upkar Kaur are joined by twins’ mom, Bhupinder Kaur. Courtesy photo Over the last few weeks, 10 special teachers received a special invitation. As the school year begins to wrap up, the high school has started to...
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with food
Cinco de Mayo is a relatively insignificant holiday on the Mexican calendar. However, among Americans, Cinco de Mayo has become an opportunity to celebrate Mexican culture and cuisine. Each year on May 5, many Cinco de Mayo celebrants toast with their favorite...
Insurance crisis hitting public schools
Severe weather from hurricanes and other weather events has not spared the state’s public schools, resulting in skyrocketing property insurance costs, the Houston Chronicle reported. Insurance costs for districts have increased by 44% statewide in the past five years,...
Election Day
General election balloting, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday, May 3. The ballot includes candidates for the Collin College Board of Trustees. Vote at Collin College Farmersville Campus, FVC Atrium.
