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I’ll Take It

I’ll Take It

Columnist John Moore knows the Southern search words to buy things online now that the Thrifty Nickel is gone. Photo: John Moore/Facebook The South used to rely on the Thrifty Nickel as our garage sale newspaper, but like many things these days, the Nickel was...

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Opinion: Methamphetamine, opioid use on the rise

Opinion: Methamphetamine, opioid use on the rise

As most already know, the opiate epidemic has been worsening, each year claiming more lives than the last. What is less known by the general public is the problem with Methamphetamines has been growing over the last several years as well. In the most recent data from...

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Opinion: Attorney General announces robocall crackdown

Opinion: Attorney General announces robocall crackdown

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, in cooperation with the Federal Trade Commission, on June 25 announced a crackdown on “illegal robocalls.” The crackdown nicknamed “Operation Call it Quits” is part of the FTC’s ongoing effort to help stem the tide of annoying and...

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New mixed use development approved

New mixed use development approved

Additional housing was approved by the city council and several citizens voiced concerns about traffic and density. At the Monday, June 24 city council meeting, unanimous approval was given to a new planned development from Cope X. The 104-acre tract of land sits on...

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Quartet leads Panthers in District 10-5A honors

Quartet leads Panthers in District 10-5A honors

Princeton baseball brought back all-district honors for the 2019 season. Maika Brinkerhoff and Arturo Ramirez were first-team picks at pitcher in 10-5A. Tristan Gee made the cut as a first-teamer in the outfield. Nate Gonzalez rounding things out as a second-team...

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Princeton Police Blotter released

Princeton Police Blotter released

The Collin County Sheriff’s Office has released the Princeton Police Department blotter for June 14 – June 20. Calls for security watches, building checks, school resource officer checks, traffic stops and traffic enforcement areas have been omitted.   June 14...

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PISD preliminary budget is in

PISD preliminary budget is in

The Princeton ISD school board recently got its first look at a preliminary budget filled with growth. Assistant Superintendent of Operations and Finance Jona Boitmann presented key numbers in the budget, including a decrease in the property tax rate and an increase...

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Enjoy a safe, happy Independence Day

Enjoy a safe, happy Independence Day

Independence Day is a celebration of the United States of America. The holiday is marked by fanfare and large parties, complete with barbecues, fireworks and parades. As fun as July 4th festivities typically are, injuries, particularly those involving fireworks, are a...

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