Why small choices — especially about plastic — still matter By Carrie Dunlea Earth Day may have passed by the time this hits your doorstep, but its message shouldn’t be confined to a single date on the calendar. Since its launch in 1970, when millions of Americans...
Although it’s been 144 years since Absalom Hicks died, the grave of the veteran of the War of 1812 was marked with a special dedication ceremony Saturday, June 19, at the IOOF Cemetery in Farmersville. The Craig Austin Rowley Chapter, The Society of the War of 1812 in...
Those interested in joining the EastTex Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) will soon have the opportunity to do so. The two-day class will be held in the city of Sunnyvale, July 24 and July 31. Once training is completed, an individual will be a probationary...
Gov. Greg Abbott announced a special session of the Texas Legislature starting July 8. The June 22 announcement did not specify what legislative priorities will be included in the special session agenda but said the items “will be announced prior to the convening of...
Princeton City Council passed an ordinance disallowÂing registered sex offenders in certain areas and created a PubÂlic Improvement District (PID) during the June 14 regular meetÂing. Council held two public hearÂings, neither of which had any support nor objection...
Throughout the U.S., little box-like structures are popping up in neighborhoods, parks and school – anywhere people gather – to offer free reading material. For many, those little boxes packed with books hold the key to promoting literacy for chilÂdren and adults who...
After a 2-5 season last year, the Princeton football team has assembled a new coaching staff this year to lead the Panthers to a stronger record next season. Alongside new head coach Ervin Chandler, the Panthers have revamped their assisÂtant coaches to provide better...
Most students are enjoying their summer break, but a growÂing number find the summer months challenging because they have lost their opportunity to have regular meals. However, Princeton ISD and several groups are working to ensure children in the commuÂnity do not go...
For the last two months, heavy rainfall has plagued the Metroplex, causing rivers and creeks to flood and lake levels to rise. At Lake Lavon, the current water elevation could prevent some summer fun activities. The lake, which is operated by the U.S. Army Corps of...
