Audie Murphy’s nieces, Sandra Patterson and Rhonda Hoy, took part in a special moment during the 2025 ceremony by placing a floral arrangement at the base of the Audie Murphy memorial in downtown Farmersville. File Art A new tribute honoring service and sacrifice will...
In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, several nonprofit organizations are coming together to host an event aimed at raising awareness and providing education on intimate partner violence. The event, titled “Breaking Cycles,” will take place on Saturday,...
The Collin College Farmersville Campus will host its biennial signature event, Blooming Harvest, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 16. Located at 501 S. Collin Parkway in Farmersville, the event is free and open to the public. Blooming Harvest will feature an...
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...
The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) is coping with a flood of new residents into its 2,200 square-mile service area. With 55,500 people moving into the region each year, the district has adopted an FY2025 budget that will invest about $1.1 billion...
Potential voters have until Monday, Oct. 7, to register to cast a ballot in the Tuesday, Nov. 5, general election. Friday, Oct. 25, is the last day for registered voters to apply for a mail-in ballot. In-person early voting runs from Monday, Oct. 21 to Friday, Nov. 1....
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 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...
The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has adopted a 10-year transportation plan worth more than $104 billion. The plan, to improve safety, address congestion and connectivity, includes over $43 billion for development and routine maintenance. The U.S....
