Proper eclipse viewing glasses will be marked “ISO 12312-2” and should be put on before looking up. While most Collin County residents will be looking skyward on April 8, school officials and local authorities are keeping their attention back on the ground. “Since...
Historical retrospective entertains luncheon guests
Historian Pat Rodgers The Farmersville Historical Society threw down a wild west themed affair worthy of multiple photo ops as they raised funds to continue its mission to restore and maintain the city’s historic Bain-Honaker House and special projects. This year’s...
FD gets new truck; shopping center confirmed
Princeton Fire Rescue has received its long-awaited Truck 792 with a 100-foot aerial platform so it can serve the city better as it grows. It will be housed at Fire Station No. 3 and will be assigned to Fire Station No. 2 when it opens. Courtesy Photo Developers will...
PHS hosts third annual Maurice Hill Invitational
Last week’s Maurice Hill Invitational was a bag of mixed emotions for Princeton athletes, coaches and fans. For starters, it’s the third annual event honoring Hill, who tragically passed away in September 2021 to COVID-19. Coach Hill taught and coached for eight years...
Council makes future plans
Developers have signed 36 companies for the 91-acre Princeton Center development at US 380 and Beauchamp Boulevard. Courtesy Kimley Horn Developing a land acquisition plan for Princeton was designated the top goal as the City Council met for a two-day strategic...
Habitat plans to build more homes in county
Habitat for Humanity of Collin County volunteers work to build a home in Princeton last year. Grant funds recently received will address critical repair needs for qualifying residents. File Art As spring approaches, Habitat for Humanity of Collin County (HFH Collin...
Collin County no stranger to severe storms
The tornado that hit Copeville and other parts of Collin County in 2015 destroyed building and vehicles. File art The Federal Emergency Management Agency predicts Collin County has a high risk of tornadoes this year, but that’s nothing new. For starters, more...
College hosts variety of upcoming events
From safety to shamrocks to student art, there’s something for everybody on Collin College campuses this month. Explore new ways to make healthy choices at the 17th Health and Safety Fair in the McKinny Campus Conference Center, 2400 Community Ave. The free event is 9...
PISD enrollment up 763 from last year
The PHS Lady Panthers basketball team receives certificates of achievement from the PISD Board of Trustees. Courtesy PISD Princeton’s public school student population continues to grow, according to Superintendent Donald McIntyre, but the district is beginning to...