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Tuesday’s regular council meeting featured several presentations and recognitions, including National Volunteer Week with several volunteers from local nonprofits in attendance. On the regular agenda, council considered writing an ordinance for a change of zoning for...
A local business owner wants Wylie to make better use of Lake Lavon and its marina. James “Woody” Woodruff, owner of boat rental shop, Woody’s on the Lake, and The Boathouse restaurant at Collin Park Marina, says Collin Park has no shortage of swimmers and boats over...
WHS grad hired for new Wylie EMS unit Wylie Fire Rescue Paramedic Christen Peterson didn’t have to go far to find a career she loves after graduating Wylie High School. Peterson, 19, was hired by WF-R in October 2023 and is currently putting herself through fire...
SAF-Holland will build new facility in Rowlett After nearly five decades in Wylie, local manufacturer SAF-Holland has announced plans to relocate its manufacturing plant and 190 employees to Rowlett. With headquarters in Germany, SAF-Holland is a leading international...
Each June Wylie ISD adopts its operating budget for the next school year, July 1 through June 30. Last week, as part of the planning process, Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations Scott Roderick gave an update on the 2024-2025 proposed budget. For more on...
Sports
The Wylie East boys track team brought home the district hardware from the 9-6A meet. The Raiders tallied 166 points to win with ease, outscoring the second-place finishers by 59 points. (Austin Smith/The Wylie News) The Wylie East Raiders are the District 9-6A...
With a 3-1 win over Wylie, the Lady Raiders are two wins away from a return trip to the Class 6A State Tournament. The girls will travel to Kelly Reeves Stadium on Friday for a four-team single elimination bracket to determine who represents Region II in the state...
The Wylie Pirates are coming off their first district title in two decades and will look to carry that momentum into the postseason. Their playoff journey starts at home with the Rockwall Yellowjackets. (Austin Smith/The Wylie News) With the postseason kicking off...
Amaya Dawkins (10) and the rest of Wylie East seniors will look to lead the Lady Raiders back to the state tourney as the playoffs start next week. East will kick things off in Caddo Mills on Tuesday, March 26 against the Rockwall-Heath Lady Hawks. (Tina Lopez/The...
The first time Wylie took on Tyler Legacy this year, freshman Kennedy Butler (3) scored a pair of goals as part of a 2-2 draw. Next, the two squads will meet at City Bank Stadium in Forney in the bi-district round of the playoffs. (Tina Lopez/The Wylie News) The...
Education
Each June Wylie ISD adopts its operating budget for the next school year, July 1 through June 30. Last week, as part of the planning process, Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations Scott Roderick gave an update on the 2024-2025 proposed budget. For more on...
People traveled from all over the world to see the eclipse Monday, April 8, but for Rita Smith Elementary students, the path of totality was right outside their classrooms. It was like an extra recess — except they had to sit on the ground, wear their certified...
Texas Academic Decathlon State competitors from Wylie High School were recognized at the Monday, March 25 Wylie ISD board of trustees meeting. Courtesy Wylie ISD Executive Director of Fine Arts Glenn Lambert presented what he called a “State of the Arts” in Wylie ISD...
Coach Bill Howard receives the 2024 Elisabeth W. Garrison Legacy Award. From left, Stacie Gooch, Lymari Ames and Virdie Montgomery. Courtesy Ian Halperin/Wylie ISD The highlight of Saturday night’s 21st annual Boots ‘N Barbecue gala was the presentation of the 2024...
Senior Mimi Erwin shows her steer Friday, March 22 at the Wylie ISD Ag Barn. The ag student won Grand Champion Steer and was named Senior Steer Reserve Showman Champion at the 2024 Show and Sale which culminated Saturday, March 23. Jeremy Hallock/The Wylie News Wylie...
Life & Style
Dreamy sunsets paint the sky a messy blend of orange and pink, while sweet-smelling grass, pristine mountains and bubbling water surround you. It’s the beginning of summertime – camping season! While there’s nothing wrong with sleeping bags inside a tent, we prefer...
Plastic waste is polluting ecosystems, affecting health In the bustling urban landscape of modern America lies a problem that’s as pervasive as it is pernicious: plastic waste. And despite the concerted efforts to recycle paper, cardboard and metals, plastic continues...
Winter, spring, summer or fall, a vibrant community of adventure seeking women connect to hike trails together in North Texas and beyond. The group, aptly named Hikerbabes, is a women-only group united by a love for the great outdoors and a commitment to stewardship...
The real estate market has been something of a roller coaster ride over the past few years. Historically low interest rates coupled with a surging interest to move to communities with more outdoor space during the height of the pandemic led to a lot of movement and...
After a whirlwind of wedding festivities, it’s no wonder why so many couples look forward to their honeymoons and the opportunity to escape, unwind and celebrate the beginning of their life together. But with so many destinations, activities and logistics to consider,...
Opinion
As a child growing up in Ashdown, Arkansas, we had two main grocery stores. Shur-Way and Piggly Wiggly. Or as my dad called it, “Hoggly Woggly.” A trip to the store was like each TV commercial had come to life. Advertising agencies at the time were very good at what...
Colorado State University researchers are calling this year’s hurricane season forecast “the most aggressive” ever, the Texas Standard reported. They say there is a 54% chance a hurricane will strike the Texas coast, and a 25% chance it will be major. Justin Ballard,...
Recently, I saw something I haven’t seen in many years. A young man driving a car he was fixing up. It was an older Mustang. By older I mean a 90’s model. The car had spots of primer, there were a few dents, and the exhaust system appeared to be loose. By John Moore...
One economist is calling it “the most profitable 22 minutes in Texas history,” according to the Texas Standard. The total solar eclipse on Monday, April 8 is expected to draw up to a million visitors to the Lone Star State, especially in its narrow path of totality....
Recent estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau indicate that six of the 10 fastest-growing counties in the United States from 2022 to 2023 were in Texas. According to the Texas Tribune, Kaufman County, just east of Dallas, led the list with a 7.6% increase in new...
