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City has not received data center plans

City has not received data center plans

County records show a Dallas data center developer has expressed interest in building a center on 50 acres along this rural stretch of County Road 561 just east of the Princeton City Limits. Photo Bob Wieland/The Princeton Herald A sign says there is no lake access...

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Council calls special election, approves water study

Council calls special election, approves water study

The Princeton City Council has called a special election to fill a vacant council seat and has approved a multi-year contract for water and wastewater rate consulting. The Monday, Feb. 9, meeting included agenda items from the Jan. 26 meeting that was rescheduled and...

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Primary election voting begins Feb. 17

Primary election voting begins Feb. 17

Polling places across Texas open Tuesday, Feb. 17, for early voting in the Republican and Democratic party primaries. Early voting ends Friday, Feb. 27, and Election Day is Tuesday, March 3. If needed, runoffs will be held Tuesday, May 26. Winners in the primaries...

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Officer honored for meritorious service

Officer honored for meritorious service

Officer Dylan Lewis, left, receives a Meritorious Conduct Bar from Police Chief James Waters for his fast action in stopping a dog from attacking an animal control officer. Bob Wieland/Princeton Herald Princeton Police Officer Dylan Lewis has received a Meritorious...

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Parks & Rec planning for citywide fun

Parks & Rec planning for citywide fun

The year’s first citywide event is the Fishin’ Frenzy to be held Saturday, April 18, at the pond in Municipal Park. File photo The Princeton City Council has reviewed last year’s Parks and Recreation special events with an eye to possibly making changes in this year’s...

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Princeton author turns homeownership ordeal into book

Princeton author turns homeownership ordeal into book

The joys of new homeownership gone awry proved to be the catalyst for a Princeton author’s book, “America’s Nightmare.” After experiencing a series of serious home and health issues, author Madelyn Awalt decided to speak out, documenting her family’s experience after...

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Police responded to 34% more calls last year

Police responded to 34% more calls last year

School Resource Officer Wilson greets students with a high-five. Photo Courtesy Princeton Police Department Police Chief James Waters has submitted his annual report to the Princeton City Council, outlining a year marked by sharply increased calls for service, rising...

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