http://www.wylienews.com/ With the return to Stage 3 provisions, approved by the board and effective April 1, 2012, landscape watering will be allowed once every seven days. In addition, the Stage 3 provisions approved allow: http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4767&z=4 Wylie residents have yet another reason to boast about their hometown: Wylie has the sixth-largest Little League program in the world. According to a news release from Craig Kelly, public information officer, Lance Wallace, president of the Wylie Youth Baseball Association, received word from Little League officials that the program had received the distinction. More than 1,200 boys and girls age 5 to 18 play baseball and softball on Wylie fields annually; the top six rating was based on 2012 participation numbers. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4766&z=4 John Pototschnik, an artist who has lived in Wylie since 1980, has added three new awards to his already-impressive resume. All three were garnered in April, and all three oil paintings were recognized for excellence of expression and execution, Pototschnik said. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4765&z=4 http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4763&z=4 The American Cancer Societys Relay for Life Wylie/Sachse/Murphy event will be held from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. on May 10-11, at Shaffer Stadium, 516 Hilltop Ln. in Wylie. Relay for Life is held to raise funds for cancer research, celebrate cancer survivors and remember those who have lost the battle with cancer. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4756&z=4 Bobby Heath, of the Wylie Downtown Merchants Association, said the group bought 100 T-shirts for participants in the Wylie 500 Pedal Car Race May 5 and they ran out. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4755&z=4 Below-average rainfall and the resulting low lake levels have caused the North Texas Municipal Water District board to implement Stage 3 of its drought plan. Effective June 1, the goal of this level of this stage is a 10-percent reduction in water use and increased awareness in ongoing water conservations efforts, according to a release from NTMWD. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4754&z=4 On April 12, Michael Towne became a member of Wylie Fire-Rescue, and Capt. Wesley Gheen received his captains bars. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4745&z=4 The American Cancer Societys Relay for Life Wylie/Sachse/Murphy event will be held from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. on May 10-11, at Shaffer Stadium, 516 Hilltop Ln. in Wylie. Relay for Life is held to raise funds for cancer research, celebrate cancer survivors and remember those who have lost the battle with cancer. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4744&z=4 One of the areas most popular family events, the 500 Pedal Car Race, will roar into historic downtown Wylie beginning with registration at 1 p.m. Sunday, May 5. The race starts at 2 p.m. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4743&z=4 http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4741&z=4 http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4733&z=4 The Wylie Police Department announced last week that they are launching a free tool for citizens to map and analyze crime activity in their community. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4727&z=4 The American Cancer Society Relay for Life Wylie/Sachse/Murphy event will begin at 6 p.m. Friday, May 10, with a Survivor Birthday party. The official kickoff will begin at 7 p.m. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4726&z=4 The 19th annual Taste of Wylie will be held from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Monday, April 29, in the First Baptist Church Event Center. In addition to samples of restaurant and retail fare from all over town, there will be a live auction, silent auction, and raffle. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4725&z=4 Dieters beware; its time for the 19th annual Taste of Wylie, slated this year for 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 29. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4714&z=4 Wylie Advocates for Seniors Activities, Inc., is hosting a benefit concert, Spring Fling, beginning at 6 p.m. this Saturday, April 20, at First Baptist Church Wylies Activity Center, 200 N. Ballard Ave. Slated to perform are several acts, including Hailey Sandoz and Haileys Comets, Aryn Michelle, Nickelville Road Band, Yaminah Lewis, Bryan Burns, Peg Mason and George Stoneberg. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4713&z=4 According to newspaper maven and Wylie historian Bev Fulkerson in her book Wylie Area Heritage, movie enthusiasts could see a flick for 9 cents and buy popcorn for 5 cents at H.R. Bisbees theater on Ballard Avenue in the 40s. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4712&z=4 Friends, family and colleagues, past and present, gathered April 5 in Wylie Fire Station No. 3 to pay tribute to Wylie Fire-Rescues Capt. Jeff Scribner, who has announced his plans to retire and start a new chapter in life. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4702&z=4 Wylie PD and the Drug Enforcement Administration will participate in National Drug Take-back Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 27. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4701&z=4 The second annual Run for Our Heroes Race honoring 1Lt. Robert F. Welch III, killed in Afghanistan in 2011, was held April 6, and 200 runners and walkers turned out to compete supporters more cheered them on along the way. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4700&z=4 http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4693&z=4 Seattles Best Coffee has to move its dumpster, and El Pollo Regio may have to start over with its exterior, following rulings by the Wylie City Council at the March 26 meeting. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4683&z=4 Photo courtesy Craig Kelly, city of Wylie public information Mayor Eric Hogue inspects the rec centers latest award, presented to Wylie City Council by Recreation Superintendent Robert Diaz, right, March 26. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4682&z=4 On March 2, Marine Cpl. Gerrick James Watkins, age 23, his wife Shardeh and their two Labradors, Scout and Laila, died in a car accident in Oceanside, Calif. Watkins had served a tour in Afghanistan and, during his second tour, trained soldiers in Kuwait, according to the obituary information posted by Rhoton Funeral Home. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4681&z=4 The city of Wylie, in conjunction with Community Waste Disposal, will host an X-Treme Green Event for the disposal of residential household hazardous waste from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 30. The event will be held at the Public Safety Building, formerly city hall, at 2000 N. Hwy. 78. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4673&z=4 Although it seemed like a giant party, the 10th annual Boots n Barbecue Gala, hosted by the Wylie ISD Education Foundation, was actually held to raise funds for scholarships and teacher grants via ticket sales and live and silent auctions. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4672&z=4 The Wylie FFA Show and Sale was held from March 20 through 23 in the F.O. Birmingham Ag Barn in Wylie. The Grand Champion animals in each event sold for a total of $12,448.85. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4671&z=4 The city of Wylie, in conjunction with Community Waste Disposal, will host an X-Treme Green Event for the disposal of residential household hazardous waste from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 30. The event will be held at the Public Safety Building, formerly city hall, at 2000 N. Hwy. 78. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4644&z=4 Courtesy photos Johnny Edwards, creator of Up Your Game: Batterpillar vs. Octopitcher, dusts off a tentacle as he finishes up the newest piece of public art in Wylie. A dedication ceremony will be held March 23 in conjunction with the opening pitch of baseball season. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4643&z=4 March 1, members of the Wylie ISD Education Foundation made their annual visit to district campuses to deliver grant checks to classroom teachers. According to Executive Director Jordan Adams, approximately $60,000 was awarded to enhance teachers efforts in providing the best possible education to students. A total of 25 grants were given on seven campuses, and some of the grants were for as much as $3,000, she said. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4642&z=4 Photo courtesy Caitlyn Bogart Sal Cervantes prepares to use the circular saw at the Plano Habitat build recently. Students from the National Honor Society chapters at Wylie and Wylie East joined to work on the home together. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4624&z=4 Shaun Murray, 25, of Wylie, received three life sentences without parole March 7 for repeated sexual contact with a child, according to Collin County District Attorney Greg Willis. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4623&z=4 Wylie Fire-Rescue officials have recently learned that the department has again been awarded the highest Public Protection Classification, 1, given by the Insurance Services Office. The rating, referred to as an ISO-1 designation, is used to measure the quality and effectiveness of fire protection in a community, according to a news release by Craig Kelly, city public information officer. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4622&z=4 Photos courtesy Craig Kelly, city of Wylie Public Information Members of Heavens Journey Fellowship Church visited Wylie City Council Feb. 26 to hear a proclamation naming February as Black History Month in Wylie. Councilman Bennie Jones holds the proclamation; left of Jones is Senior Pastor Spencer Lewis Hughes. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4608&z=4 For the second year, the Run for Our Heroes race will take place in downtown Wylie, held to raise funds for the 1Lt. Robert F. Welch III Memorial Scholarship. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4607&z=4 A video montage of the years events, places and faces, set to the tune of Phillip Phillips Home, played. Smoke swirled out onto the stage at the First Baptist Wylie Event Center. Mayor Eric Hogue told those gathered at the chamber luncheon just how good it is to call Wylie home. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4606&z=4 Todd Wintters, a civil engineer and member of the Wylie Economic Development Corporation board of directors, has filed to run for Wylie City Council Place 3. Mayor pro tem Kathy Spillyards currently holds that spot on the council; she has announced she will not seek re-election. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4598&z=4 Keith Stephens has announced his candidacy for Wylie City Council Place 1, the seat currently held by Councilman David Goss. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4597&z=4 At their February meeting, the members of the Wylie ISD Board of Trustees gave their OK to the refunding of some bonds from 1998, 2001 and 2005, which should result in a savings to the district of more than $22M and leave the tax rate where it is. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4596&z=4 The deadline to file for one of the two seats on Wylie City Council is March 1. Councilman David Goss and Mayor pro tem Kathy Spillyards are up for re-election; neither has announced whether he or she will run. The election is May 11. To file, contact City Secretary Carole Ehrlich in city hall, 300 Country Club Dr., Building 100, 972-516-6023, carole.ehrlich@wylietexas.gov. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4576&z=4 After years of lobbying and fundraising, the Wylie Advocates for Senior Activities group has garnered enough money most likely to finish refurbishing the old Smith Public Library building to be a senior center. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4575&z=4 Real estate agent Jessica Prieto of Wylie received an all-expense-paid cruise for two as part of her commission for a recent home sale. She and her husband Jorge (pronounced George) embarked on their first-ever cruise Feb. 7 on board the Carnival cruise ship Triumph, the ship that would soon be without power and running water following a fire in the engine room. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4574&z=4 According to a news release from the office of State Representative Jodie Laubenberg, she has been selected as the Texas State Chair of the American Legislative Exchange Council. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4563&z=4 Photo courtesy city of Wylie Wylie Police Chief John Duscio holds a check representing the money given to the Wylie PD for its part in breaking up a marijuana trafficking ring. The announcement was made Feb. 7 at the Department of Public Safety Building on I-30. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4562&z=4 The Wylie Police Department has received a check for $86,104.63 from the U.S. Attorneys Office, Eastern District of Texas, for WPDs part in the dismantling of a major marijuana trafficking organization. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4561&z=4 Two places on Wylie City Council, those held by Councilman David Goss and Mayor pro tem Kathy Spillyards, are up for grabs in the May 11 election. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4560&z=4 Part of Wylie ISDs Wylie Way initiative is Preparing for Prosperity. Members of Wylie Easts Business Professionals of America are demonstrating how theyre doing just that by training and competing in a variety of events related to the world of work. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4541&z=4 Photo by Judy Truesdell A Lifetime TV cameraman shoots footage of Rick and Skyler Blodgett, a Wylie father and daughter, who will be featured on a program called Single Dads. The shoot took place Sunday at Big Daddys Roadhouse on Hwy. 78 in Lavon. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4540&z=4 The lead story in the May 6, 1948, issue of The Wylie News noted the Wylie Flower Shop would open Thursday night in the Wylie Theatre Building on the west side of the main street. There was an open house planned from 6 to 8 p.m., and each lady present will be presented with a beautiful rose. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4539&z=4 Sam Satterwhite, executive director of the Wylie Economic Development Corporation, told the members of Wylie City Council that, for the 12th consecutive year, the citys sales tax receipts have increased over the previous year. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4529&z=4 According to a news release from Sgt. Donna Valdepena of the Wylie Police Department, Wylie officers are in the process of training and becoming certified on the use of the X26 TASER Electronic Control Device. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4528&z=4 Clarence Dannel Dunnington, aka Rabbit, 24, of Wylie, has been charged with capital murder for the December 2011 death of a Plano woman, whom he suspected of being a snitch about a drug deal that led to his previous arrest. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4527&z=4 U.S. Congressman Sam Johnson (TX-03) is encouraging local students and schools to participate in the annual Valentines for Veterans project by making cards for local veterans. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4505&z=4 The North Texas Municipal Water district has announced its support of House Bills 4 and 11, which were filed Jan. 10. The bills would make a one-time allocation of $2 billion from the states Economic Stabilization Fund, or Rainy Day Fund, for use in financing water projects in the State Water Plan for future water needs. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4504&z=4 5, 4, 3, ... Do the is have it? Or do you have the i? iPhone that is. Eight, 16, 32 Gb? iPad? iPod? Shuffle or Nano? iTouch? Does the vowel mystify, quantify or mesmerize you? Are you addicted to the i? Could you become i-less for a week, or two? http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4503&z=4 Instead of the usual country fare, July Jubilee 2013 may feature the unique sounds of bluegrass music. Members of the Wylie Downtown Merchants Association visited the Wylie City Council Jan. 8 to see if the members would be willing to use some of the money in the hotel/motel tax fund to help start a bluegrass festival. Although it was a work session and no official action was taken, the council support for the festival as a step toward bringing more positive attention (and therefore dollars) to the community. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4495&z=4 According to Sgt. Donna Valdepena of the Wylie Police Department, the citys 2012 crime rate per 1,000 population decreased by 13 percent from 2011s rate, despite a 2-percent increase in population. This is the lowest crime rate in five years. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4494&z=4 5, 4, 3, ... Do the is have it? Or do you have the i? iPhone that is. Eight, 16, 32 Gb? iPad? iPod? Shuffle or Nano? iTouch? Does the vowel mystify, quantify or mesmerize you? Are you addicted to the i? Could you become i-less for a week, or two? http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4493&z=4 According to news releases from the North Texas Municipal Water District and Congressman Sam Johnsons office, the U.S. House and Senate have passed a bill that will positively impact the local water supply. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4473&z=4 Courtesy photo Members of Wylie Fire-Rescue trained 180 employees at Holland Hitch in December, teaching them the physical aspects of putting fires out, plus tactical and classroom training. Fire Marshal Steve Seddig said every employee at Holland took the training. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4472&z=4 5, 4, 3, ... Do the is have it? Or do you have the i? iPhone that is. Eight, 16, 32 Gb? iPad? iPod? Shuffle or Nano? iTouch? Does the vowel mystify, quantify or mesmerize you? Are you addicted to the i? Could you become i-less for a week, or two? http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4471&z=4 Collin County residents driving near Lake Lavon may be apprehensive as the water level continues to dwindle. Currently, the lake level is 482.88, compared to 492, about ten feet below normal. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4459&z=4 For the second year, Wylie ISDs purchasing department has been selected to receive an award from the Texas Association of School Business Officials. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4458&z=4 Members of Wylie Fire-Rescue are urging the public not to include fireworks in New Years Eve celebrations. According to a press release from Steve Seddig, Wylie fire marshall, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention reports that an estimated 9,600 injuries affecting 36 percent of children and young adults under the age of 20 were reported in 2011. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4457&z=4 Officer Angie Willis spoke to the Downtown Merchants Association recently, reminding those gathered about some steps to take to keep holiday crime to a minimum. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4447&z=4 The Collin County Grand Jury has issued the following indictments on cases filed by the Wylie Police Department. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4446&z=4 The potential for low-income housing seemed to be the reason three members of Wylie City Council voted against a letter of support for Mariposa Woodbridge, a seniors-only community. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4445&z=4 Kyla Kincaid mans the scissors while Amanda Watson reaches for ribbon to finish off a polka-dotted package. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4431&z=4 According to Sgt. Donna Valdepena of Wylie PD, there was a bomb threat at the Wylie Walmart Sunday, Dec. 9. At about 6:30 p.m., a store manager called the police saying someone had found a note in a Walmart restroom stating there was a bomb in the building and it was set to go off at 9 p.m. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4430&z=4 Pam Gregg of Alvord checks out one of the stars on the Reach for a Star tree in the Smith Public Library. RFAS organizers say many stars have yet to be adopted and urge shoppers to visit a tree and reach for a star. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4429&z=4 Isabella Martinez, a second-grader at Dodd Elementary, along with her family members, took the trip of a lifetime in November they spent four days in Disney World in Orlando, Fla. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4424&z=4 From left, teen and tween volunteers Haylee Fields, Alli Reuthinger, Will Kelly and Allie Pannek let paint fly onto the canvas outside the event center at the Wylie Arts Festival Saturday. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4423&z=4 According to Sgt. Donna Valdepena of the Wylie PD, a second man was arrested in conjunction with the early-morning break-in at Taste of Home Restaurant on Ballard Avenue Nov. 18. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4422&z=4 James Walter Franklin II, age 60, of Wylie, was arrested Nov. 18 after breaking into Taste of Home restaurant, 302 N. Ballard Ave. in Wylie. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4413&z=4 Kids who were lucky enough to be in downtown Wylie Sunday were treated to a glimpse of the stuff Christmas dreams are made of. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4411&z=4 By a vote of five to two, members of Wylie City Council voted Nov. 13 to discontinue the Wylie Wave summer program entirely. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4403&z=4 Wylie ISD officials are considering moving from the traditional calendar with six six-week reporting periods to one that features four nine-week periods. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4402&z=4 In a work session following the Nov. 13 meeting of Wylie City Council, City Planner Renae Ollie asked for input about an issue that she said has come across her desk lately: whether Urban Domestic Fowl chickens, peacocks, guineas should be allowed in residential areas of the city. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4401&z=4 According to information from Wylie Police Chief John Duscio, on Nov. 7, the Collin County Sheriffs Department notified Wylie police that it had obtained a felony arrest warrant for indecency with a child for former Wylie Police Officer Curtis Allen Smith. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4395&z=4 Its time once again for the official Christmas season kickoff in downtown Wylie. Dec. 1, the city of Wylie and the Public Arts Advisory Board will host the Wylie Arts Festival, and the day will culminate with a parade and tree lighting. All events are free. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4381&z=4 Mayor pro tem Kathy Spillyards holds the framed, original city charter while Mayor Eric Hogue reads its contents. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4379&z=4 Angela Croke doesnt mind saying shes a redneck. And being proud of that stereotype just might win her $100,000. Shes been picked as one of the 14 cast members for the second season of Country Music Televisions Redneck Island, the season premiere of which is this Saturday, Nov. 10, at 8 p.m. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4366&z=4 The city of Wylie officially turns 125 years old Nov. 8, and two events are being planned by city officials to mark the occasion. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4365&z=4 Wylie ISD will host a Veterans Day celebration beginning at 10:40 a.m. Monday, Nov. 12. It will be held in Wylie Stadium on the Wylie HS campus. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4364&z=4 In addition to the Searching for a Star competition that garners prizes for young vocalists, adults can now have a shot at a $1,000 cash prize. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4356&z=4 Its time once again for the period in November when Wylies citizens contribute, bake, bid and pray on behalf of those who can use a little help. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4355&z=4 In a work session following its Oct. 23 meeting, Wylie City Council returned to a topic that had previously elicited passionate testimony from members of the community: the fate of the Wylie Wave summer program. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4354&z=4 In addition to the Searching for a Star competition that garners prizes for young vocalists, adults can now have a shot at a $1,000 cash prize. Rob Hunter, founder of the American Idol-style singing competition, has announced the addition of an adult contest. The three categories are age 19-39, 40-54, and 55 and up. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4345&z=4 Michele Trongaard, interim chief financial officer for the Wylie ISD, reported to the trustees at their October meeting that her department had received two pieces of good news since the last meeting. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4344&z=4 Ethan Doriot, an 8-year-old who goes to Groves Elementary, displayed calm thinking in the face of a dangerous situation recently and was honored at his school for his actions. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4343&z=4 Past and present fans of the maroon and white of Wylie High School will join in celebration as Homecoming 2012 starts the week of Oct. 22. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4329&z=4 Its not official yet, but the city of Wylie may annex 52 acres adjacent to Wylie East High School, 3000 Wylie East Dr. The land will be used for single-family homes but also as an area with parkland, open space, hike and bike trails and eco-learning opportunities for WISD students. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4328&z=4 The Wylie Downtown Merchants Association is reminding everyone to come downtown from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 25, for the annual Boo on Ballard Halloween trick-or-treat event. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4327&z=4 Dr. H. John Fuller, superintendent of Wylie ISD from 1993 until his retirement in June 2011, has been named the lone finalist for superintendent with the Mineola ISD; the board is expected to finalize his appointment Oct. 15. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4309&z=4 Due to its failure to meet the terms of an incentive agreement with the city of Wylie and the Wylie Economic Development Corporation, Direct Development will have its sales-tax reimbursement cut from $12M to $6M. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4308&z=4 Downtown Wylie will host a good old haunting from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25, when Boo on Ballard returns to the heart of historic downtown Wylie. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4307&z=4 At their Sept. 25 meeting, members of Wylie City Council approved a $53,000 expenditure for new mapping software and service that, according to Fire Chief Randy Corbin, will aid emergency personnel in finding addresses and shorten response times. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4294&z=4 The last piece of virgin dirt in Wylie, Texas There can be no question in the minds of the developers who visited Wylie City Council Sept. 25: the last remaining untouched property in town must be turned into something extraordinary or it will be left alone. Jerry Sylo, vice president and partner of design and consulting firm JBI Partners (which represents DR Horton homebuilders), and Ron Haynes, president of Hanes Development Company, met in a work session after the councils meeting. They expressed interest in 320 acres of land south of Sachse Road and west of Pleasant Valley, some of which is owned by SW Medical and some of which is in Wylies ETJ and would have to be annexed. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4293&z=4 According to Sgt. Donna Valdepena of the Wylie PD, on Sept. 27, the Wylie Police Department Criminal Investigations Division received written notification from a certified forensic veterinarian that the Chihuahuas found dead on Aug. 29 in Southfork Mobile Home Park were not victims of human cruelty, but died of an apparent animal attack. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4292&z=4 The Wylie Police Department is inviting the community to celebrate National Night Out from 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 2 in Olde City Park. There will be public safety displays and activities, free hot dogs and drinks, helicopter landing, bounce houses, petting zoo, pony rides, face painting and music, organizers said. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4283&z=4 Sept. 15 through Oct. 15 has been designated Hispanic Heritage Month nationally, and the Smith Public Library is joining in the fiesta. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4282&z=4 Two members of Cadette Girl Scout Troop 2409, Gwen Murphy and Janie Chaples, picked a cause close to their hearts and turned it into their Silver Award project, the highest honor a Cadette can receive. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4281&z=4 Garland and Mesquite police are now investigating the shooting that left 25-year-old Michael Vincent Allen of Wylie dead. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4271&z=4 The Wylie Police Department is inviting the community to celebrate National Night Out from 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 2 in Olde City Park. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4270&z=4 Members of First Christian Church of Wylie, located at 701 E. Stone Rd. in Wylie, are inviting the community to join the church family in a celebration of the 125th anniversary of the church. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4269&z=4 Wylie East is holding its first homecoming Friday, Sept. 28, at Wylie Stadium. The Raiders will face the Denison Yellow Jackets. Kickoff is at 7:30 p.m. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4268&z=4 First Baptist Wylies God-given global mission is to be the light unto the world, according to Lead Pastor Dr. Kris Segrest and that includes not only the far ends of the world, but in our own community. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4250&z=4 The city of Wylie has opened the new Public Works Service Center located at 949 Hensley Ln. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4249&z=4 The Wylie East High School Student Council is inviting the community to join them in welcoming back the WEHS Class of 2012 Alpha Raiders. Festivities for Homecoming week begin with a downtown parade and pep rally at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 24. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4248&z=4 A family found three of their five Chihuahua puppies dead in their backyard just after 2 a.m. Aug. 29, each shot up to six times and at least one stabbed. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4229&z=4 Sanden International U.S.A., Inc, headquartered in Wylie and a leading manufacturer of automobile compressors, has developed a new product line, and company officials are deciding which would be a better place to manufacture its components Mexico or Wylie. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4226&z=4 Rodeo, sponsored yearly by the chamber of commerce, is slated for Friday and Saturday, Sept. 21 and 22. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4225&z=4 At its Aug. 28 meeting, Wylie City Council held the final public hearing on the proposed budget for fiscal year 2012-13. No one spoke for or against it, and 6 p.m. Sept. 11 was the date set for councils final vote on the budget. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4224&z=4 Girl Scout sign ups take place at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept.6, at Wylie United Methodist Church. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4222&z=4 North Texas Municipal Water District customers will remain under Stage 2 water restrictions, which allow outdoor lawn watering twice per week. The district is still asking water users to curtail their water consumption by 10 percent. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4212&z=4 Wylie ISD Education Foundation Executive Director Jordan Adams has announced that Wylie schools have the opportunity to receive matching grant funds from the Communities Foundation of Texas via Donor Bridge. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4209&z=4 Since 1999, Meals on Wheels of Wylie has operated independently of the Collin County Committee on Agings program offering the same services. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4208&z=4 At their Aug. 20 meeting, the Wylie ISD trustees approved the tax rate for the 2012-13 school year $1.64. The rate breaks down as $1.17 for maintenance and operations and $0.47 for interest and sinking, or debt payment. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4207&z=4 Shortly after 3 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 28, Wylie Dispatch received a 911 call from witnesses stating a vehicle had struck a couple of mailboxes and then ran into a residence in the 800 block of Riverhead Drive. Wylie Police and Emergency personnel responded to the scene. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4202&z=4 Wylie ISD and most school districts resume classes Monday, Aug. 27. Be mindful of school zones and say welcome to these news WISD employees. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4197&z=4 Members of Wylie City Council voted to accept the property tax rate for fiscal year 2012-13 as proposed by Finance Director Linda Bantz. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4186&z=4 A seemingly unassuming and friendly Jason Castro performed Aug. 18 at First Baptist Church Wylie, presenting a charming, easy-going persona and being available for autographs and photo opportunities after the concert. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4185&z=4 There were tears at the podium Aug. 14 as youngsters and adults spoke to the Wylie City Council on behalf of summer programs Wylie Wave and Tween Scene, causing the members to reconsider their previous decision to cut the programs entirely. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4184&z=4 The city of Wylie will continue ground fogging for mosquitoes, nightly from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., according to the trash pickup schedule, through Friday, Aug. 24, city officials said this afternoon. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4180&z=4 American Idol alum Jason Castro, the fourth-place semifinalist in season seven, will perform at 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18, in the sanctuary at First Baptist Church Wylie, 100 N. First St. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4176&z=4 Candace Schiegg, 16, a junior in the Wylie East ag program and the daughter of Wendy and Clayton Schiegg of Wylie, has been named a junior member of the American Angus Association. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4174&z=4 Wylie Acting Group for Children will present its next production, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Aug. 24 and 25. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4172&z=4 All areas of the city that have Thursday trash pick up will be fogged for mosquitoes tonight between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4161&z=4 The Collin County Fire Marshals Office is asking for help in identifying who is responsible for setting fire to hundreds of hay bales near the towns of Josephine and Nevada in the southeastern corner of the county. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4160&z=4 Aug. 17 through 19 is the annual Sales Tax Holiday the time when certain clothes and school supplies can be purchased with no state or local sales tax added. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4149&z=4 Rockwall resident Jason Castro, fourth-place semifinalist in American Idol season seven, will perform at 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18, in the sanctuary at First Baptist Church Wylie, 100 N. First St., downtown. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4146&z=4 This summer, when some kids had their toes in the pool or their nose in a video game, about 50 Wylie students were at the library, learning about robotics and crime scene investigating and building their own contraptions out of stuff they found around the house. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4145&z=4 A possible case of West Nile Virus has been reported in Southfork Mobile Home Park. Fogging is scheduled for the Southfork Mobile Home Park between 10 p.m .and 5 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 7, weather conditions permitting. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4140&z=4 About 1:10 a.m. Aug. 4, Wylie Dispatch received a 911 call from an adult male saying he had just been involved in a single vehicle accident in the 300 block of McCreary Road. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4138&z=4 Beginning in August, Wylie residential CWD customers will pay $0.59 more per month for trash collection. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4134&z=4 More than 200 cases of West Nile Virus have been reported in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex this year, and three have resulted in fatalities. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4132&z=4 The Collin County Central Appraisal District has released its certified taxable values for 2012, and Wylie 2012 property values dropped 1.35 percent for the city and 1 percent for the school district. The citys total taxable value, however, increased by 0.75 percent. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4131&z=4 Early voting for the Primary Runoff Election continues through Friday, July 27. Election day is Tuesday, July 31. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4123&z=4 In a year when expected tax revenue shows little growth, the Wylie city staff and council continue to work on balancing the 2012-13 fiscal year budget. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4116&z=4 Wylie Dispatch received a 911 call at approximately 11:19 a.m.July 18 reporting a multiple vehicle accident at the intersection of McCreary Road and Riverway Drive. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4113&z=4 There are B movies, and then there are Bee movies. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4105&z=4 Ken Norton of Wylie would like to do a bit of matchmaking. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4104&z=4 At the July 10 Wylie City Council meeting, Councilwoman Diane Culver said that, as the city departments have been presenting their recent requests and concerns for budget planning, she realized that the library has the support of its volunteer group, The Friends of the Rita and Truett Smith Public Library, but there is no such group to support the parks department. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4102&z=4 Wylie Youth Council hosted Family Fun and Fitness Day June 30, and organizers said the event was well attended and well enjoyed. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4099&z=4 July 28, The Bridge Connection is holding a gala fundraiser featuring comedian Jason Earls with a gourmet dinner created by Hollie Dorethy, a Sachse resident who was part of the Master Chef season one competition. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4098&z=4 Once again, Wylie is H.O.P.E., with major contributors First Baptist Church Wylie, Wylie Education Foundation, Wylie Evening Lions Club and the Wylie Police Department, will host a Back-to-School Fair, providing school supplies for children who need financial assistance to get back to class. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4095&z=4 It took about an hour to work through all the numbers and maps, but at the end of Fire Chief Randy Corbin's report to city council about his department, the message was clear: WF-R needs new fire trucks an a fourth fire station sooner rather than later. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4085&z=4 Collin County Judge Cyndi Wheless is scheduled today to decide if a 15-year-old Wylie teen should stand trial as an adult in the killing of 15-year-old Nahum Martinez. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4084&z=4 Yesterday, the Supreme Court announced its decision to uphold the vast majority of the President's health care law. Commonly referred to as "Obamacare," the controversial bill was signed into law on March 23, 2010 with no Republican Congressional support in either the House or Senate. In response to the Court's ruling, Rep. Ralph Hall released the following statement: http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4082&z=4 AUSTIN The Texas Department of Public Safety will increase DWI patrols for a nine-day period that includes July 4th. From June 30 to July 8, DPS troopers will focus DWI patrols in high-risk locations at times when alcohol-related crashes are most frequent. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4080&z=4 U.S. Congressman Sam Johnson (responded to the Supreme Courts ruling to uphold the individual mandate, a controversial provision of President Obamas health care law. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4079&z=4 A trail system that links Lake Lavon and Lake Ray Hubbard and includes a wetlands environmental learning center is part of the citys proposed trails master plan, slated for approval at the July 10 Wylie City Council meeting. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4065&z=4 http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4064&z=4 Dismissed Wylie Police Officer Jim Bunger has dropped the appeal of his firing. The officer lost his job after images of him and two civilian city of Wylie employees engaged in lewd behavior surfaced in late January. The civilian employees and Bunger were placed on leave at that time. After an investigation, the two employees resigned, and Bunger was fired but appealed the decision. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4057&z=4 Chris Allen, 2003 graduate of Wylie High School and country music songwriter and singer, will perform from 4 to 4:45 p.m. Sunday, June 17, and Love & War in Texas, 601 E. Plano Pwky., Plano at Central Expressway. The concert will be broadcast live on KHYI Radio, 95.3 FM, The Range. There's a $10 cover charge. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4050&z=4 City officials and a whole lot of ball players met at the renovated Community Park June 9 to celebrate the park's reopening and toss some ceremonial first pitches. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4049&z=4 The Wylie ISD has selected veteran educator Virdie Montgomery as the new principal of Wylie High School. Pending board approval, Montgomery will replace Gary Brown at WHS. Montgomery served as assistant principal at WHS from 2006 to 2008 before leaving to become principal of Commerce High School. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4043&z=4 Community Park has undergone a $1.5 million facelift, thanks to the 2005 Bond Package, and a reopening and dedication ceremony is slated for 8:30 a.m. Saturday, June 9. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4031&z=4 Wylie's Certified Estimate of Taxable Value, issued by the Collin County Central Appraisal District in April, shows that Wylie property values are up approximately 2.5 percent over the previous year's estimate. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4030&z=4 A suspicious letter left in council chambers at Wylie City Hall caused the police to evacuate the building. It was cleared of hazardous material. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4025&z=4 Wylie City Hall has been evacuated due to a suspicious envelope left in council chambers. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4023&z=4 Wylie High School Principal Gary Brown has announced he will be leaving Wylie ISD to take the principal position at Robert E. Lee High School in Tyler. He has served as WHS principal for seven year. Brown told the WHS staff today and will assume his new duties at Lee on July 1. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4022&z=4 Searching for a Star contestants for the 2012 competition have been announced. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4015&z=4 Searching for a Star contestants for the 2012 competition have been announced. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4014&z=4 The city of Wylie is asking for help choosing the design for the mural to replace the worn art at Olde City Park. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4013&z=4 Sanden International and the Wylie Economic Development Corporation have entered into an agreement to settle their pending lawsuit. Sanden has agreed to pay the EDC $100,000. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4007&z=4 Again this Memorial Day, May 28, the community is invited to gather at Olde City Park and pay tribute to the men and women who are serving in the military, have served, or have given their lives for their country. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4005&z=4 After what looked like a hopelessly deadlocked three-to-three voting stalmate, Councilwoman Kathy Spillyards was elected the new mayor pro tem at the May 22 Wylie City Council meeting. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=4004&z=4 Sixth-graders at Davis Intermediate School had a few extra people on campus May 4. Counselor Ann Marie Wyatt organized a Career Day, inviting professionals from the community to tell students how the chose their career, what preparation they needed, under what physical conditions they work, what their job responsibilities are, what they see as the future of their job, and where students could find out more about their careers, if interested. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3995&z=4 Family and friends spanning three generations attended a reception May 8 in honor of Mayor pro tem M.G. "Red" Byboth, who decided not to run for re-election to Wylie City Council. He has served since 2006 and has been the mayor pro tem since 2007. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3994&z=4 At the May 8 meeting of the Wylie City Council, members voted unanimously to allow James Clay Blakey to build three houses on Alanis Drive where one house previously stood. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3986&z=4 Early voting for both the Democratic and Republican primaries begins May 14 and runs through May 25. Voting guide inside. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3983&z=4 http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3982&z=4 Tomorrow, May 12, is local election day! http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3978&z=4 Ethan Dorris, 19, was sentenced last week to six years in prison for the November 2009 beating death of Jonathan Bird. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3975&z=4 At 8 a.m. April 21 there will be hundreds of Wylie ISD employees, students and parents joining together to support Will Smith and Addison Roland. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3920&z=4 After much controversy, it appears the Wylie Advocates for Senior Activities will get the funding needed to turn the former library building into a senior center, including the $13K from the city that will garner a $25K matching donation from an anonymous benefactor. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3908&z=4 The North Texas Municipal Water District board moved to allow once a week water beginning April 1 for their 13 member cities including Wylie. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3900&z=4 Conditions are favorable for a stormy spring with a very real threat of tornadoes, according to Debbie Buccino, emergency management coordinator for Wylie Fire-Rescue. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3893&z=4 The 2012 Best Of Readers' Poll Results are in! Find out what's on your neighbors and friends local bucket list! http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3870&z=4 Austin Brumley, 19, of Wylie was visibly shaken as he walked into Judge Mark Ruschs courtroom Monday, March 5. Jury selection for his now-progressing murder trial was under way and 54 Collin County residents were being evaluated in the 401st Court. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3848&z=4 The Texas Department of Transportation has "Green Ribbon Program" funds available for this year, and the city of Wylie is hoping to use some of the funding to improve the landscape along Hwy. 78. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3839&z=4 Local businessman Richard Parker is looking for a few green thumbs. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3838&z=4 Wylie ISD trustees will send a $21 million bond package to votes May 12. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3837&z=4 The Wylie Chamber of Commerce celebrates business and buisness people at their annual "Evening of Excellence" banquet and fundraiser Saturday night. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3792&z=4 The Wylie Police Department has placed Officer Jim Bunger and two civilian employees on paid administrative leave after allegations surfaced Monday that the three engaged in lewd behavior. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3781&z=4 Familiar tunes such as "Luck Be a Lady Tonight," "Sit Down You're Rockin' the Boat," and "Fugue for the Tinhorns" (better known as "Can Do") will fill the Wylie High School auditorium Feb. 2, 3 and 4 when WHS Theatre presents the musical "Guys and Dolls." http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3777&z=4 http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3776&z=4 Despite a 1-percent increase in population, Wylie's 2011 overall crime rate stayed the same, although the city's violent crime rate rose. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3775&z=4 Susan DeFace Washington was a cheerleader at J.L. Long Junior High School and head cheerleader at Skyline High School, both in Dallas. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3766&z=4 Wylie may be able to snag some county funds to assist with the extension of Woodbridge Parkway from Hensley Lane in Wylie to Hwy. 78 in Sachse. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3741&z=4 Wylie Advocates for Senior Activities, Inc. is making a push to raise $15,000 by the end of the year. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3740&z=4 The North Texas Tollway Authority has opened all eastbound main lanes of the President George Bush Turnpike Eastern Extension. At this time, crews are working to get the westbound main lanes open to traffic. All main lanes of the Eastern Extension are anticipated to be open to traffic by late afternoon. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3737&z=4 Seth Dorris, 18, was found guilty of manslaughter today. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3707&z=4 Patricia Crigger, Rebecca Littrell and Sherry Bell were found guilty of all charges in the District Clerks Corruption case. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3706&z=4 Love Your Veterans, a live music and dance show which will include a special visit from Tuskegee Airman Calvin J. Spann, will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4, in the Wylie East High School auditorium. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3700&z=4 Wylie ISD has reached a significant goal, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources and Student Services Scott Winn told those gathered at the board of trustees meeting Nov. 14. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3699&z=4 The royal blue masthead is so famous that even large businesses have taken notice. That lowercase f in the box is no longer the symbol of just gossip and checking up on friends. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3698&z=4 While members of the Wylie business community gathered for a luncheon to donate cash to the Wylie Community Christian Care Center as part of the Week of Caring, Wylie ISD students were busy bringing in canned goods. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3689&z=4 The Wylie community will once again prove its support for veterans with a live show, Love Your Veterans, being held at 4 p.m. Dec. 4, in the Wylie East High School auditorium. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3688&z=4 Wylie ISD officials have devised a way that, if everything goes as planned, school property taxes will not be raised for the next two years and may in fact be lowered as soon as 2012. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3687&z=4 The city of Wylie was incorporated in 1887 along the rights-of-way of the Gulf, Colorado and Santa Fe Railway. It was named for Col. W.D. Wylie, a Santa Fe Railroad official and Civil War veteran. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3682&z=4 Planet Kidz, a youth program being considered for Wylie's recreation center, is not going to be offered by the city. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3679&z=4 Wylie is one step closer to having a 12-screen 2,002-seat movie theater, possibly as early as the holiday season of 2012. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3678&z=4 Wylies Hartman Elementary is not only a school filled with energetic kids its also a campus that has received national attention for its energy efficiency. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3667&z=4 Again this holiday season, historic downtown Wylie will be alive with the sights and sounds of Christmas, as First Baptist Church Wylie, the city of Wylie and the Downtown Merchants Association join to host the Wylie Arts Festival and the Festival of Lights Christmas Parade. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3666&z=4 One developer found out last week that the Wylie City Council expects builders to keep their promises. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3656&z=4 Savage Precision Fabrication owners W.T. and JoAnn Gardner are going to have to find someone new to make the offices morning coffee. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3655&z=4 The 2011 Reach for a Star program, sponsored this year by Wylie is H.O.P.E. and the city of Wylie, will kick off this years drive from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 5. The event will be held at the Rita & Truett Smith Public Library, located at 300 Country Club (FM 1378). http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3654&z=4 The murder trials for Ethan and Seth Dorris have been pushed back again, according to the Collin County Courts. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3648&z=4 The murder trials for Ethan and Seth Dorris have been pushed back again, according to the Collin County Courts. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3647&z=4 November is National Novel Writing Month, and the Smith Public Library will offer opportunities for both reading and writing and several other activities. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3646&z=4 Wylie Preparatory Academy is celebrating 10 years of developing Christian character with a dedication ceremony at its new campus, 4110 Skyview Court, at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 23. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3634&z=4 Dodd Elementary School is hosting a Fall Carnival and silent auction from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, at the school, 1500 Park Blvd. in Wylie. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3631&z=4 Despite the much-needed rain that fell on Collin County last week, lake levels are still dangerously low. Members of Wylie City Council voted Oct. 11 to go along with the recommendation by North Texas Municipal Water District and move to stage 3 water restrictions Nov. 1. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3626&z=4 Again this year, Wylie Downtown Merchants Association will partner with the city of Wylie to host Boo on Ballard, a trick-or-treating, costume-wearing night of fun from 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 27. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3625&z=4 Despite the much-needed rain that fell on Collin County last week, lake levels are still dangerously low. Members of Wylie City Council voted Oct. 11 to go along with the recommendation by North Texas Municipal Water District and move to stage 3 water restrictions Nov. 1. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3624&z=4 Collin County recently redrew voting precinct boundaries in the wake of redistricting changes made in the last legislative session affecting Congressional, State Senate and State House districts. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3611&z=4 Wylie East High School doesnt have anyone who will be actually coming home at Homecoming the first senior class graduates in 2012 but that wont stop the Raider Nation from having a weeklong jungle boogie beginning Oct. 24. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3607&z=4 The Simon Youth Scholarships program sponsored by Simon Youth Foundation, a national nonprofit that champions education opportunities for students of all backgrounds granted scholarship awards to benefit the post-secondary education of Dallas-area students. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3589&z=4 Beginning in January 2012, the Wylie Recreation Center will increase the hours and ages of care provided for the children of parents who have come to use the center, either as a member or as a class participant. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3588&z=4 At their Sept. 27 meeting, members of Wylie City Council decided to contract with Rockwall County to hold elections in May. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3586&z=4 Ashley Bunch, 26, and Sara Brogan, 22, both of Wylie, were invited to travel to Houstons Reliant Center last month to audition for producers of NBC TVs The Voice. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3570&z=4 The Wylie Police Department is inviting the community to celebrate National Night Out from 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 4 in Olde City Park. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3568&z=4 By a vote of five to one, the Wylie City Council approved a $67,319,566 budget for fiscal year 2011-12. The lone dissenting vote was cast by Mayor pro tem M.G. Red Byboth. Councilwoman Kathy Spillyards was not at the Sept. 13 meeting. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3556&z=4 Lauren Williams, daughter of Terry Williams, owner of Clean Tech in Wylie, is asking for the communitys help so she can send a care package to the victims of the Bastrop County fires. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3553&z=4 In an effort to inspire the Wylie High School football squad to roll over the Rockwall Yellowjackets, the Pirates will rock on in downtown Wylie Monday, Sept. 26. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3551&z=4 Wylie Preparatory Academy is currently in second place for a national $20,000 grant from Parenting.com, and parents and faculty members are asking for the support and votes of the community. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3539&z=4 Theres a new group in town, and its members are dedicated to preserving and celebrating Wylie's rich history and heritage. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3538&z=4 An altercation between an estranged husband and wife ended with the wifes male friend dead Friday night. Her husband, Dao Truong, was arrested by Wylie PD and has been charged with Murder with Intent to Cause Death. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3531&z=4 A rise in speed limits from 70 mph to 75 mph and removal of nighttime speed restrictions is now in effect across the state, but drivers shouldnt put the pedal to the medal just yet. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3522&z=4 The Wylie Womens League will have Little Miss/Mister Wylie Rodeo Pageant sign-up at American National Bank, 301 S. Hwy. 78, from 9 a.m to 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 9 and 9 a.m to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10, at Wylie Flower Shop, 129 N. Ballard Ave. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3521&z=4 Although it hasnt been put to an official vote yet, indications are that members of Wylie City Council will approve a one-time incentive payment (in the amount of 2 percent of a years pay) for city employees, who have not had a cost-of-living raise in three years. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3520&z=4 Stepping into the position of assistant superintendent of curriculum and instruction is Dr. Jeannie Stone, most recently the administrative officer of executive services for Mesquite ISD, a position she has held since 2007. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3512&z=4 A possible one-time bonus for city employees, 2 percent of their yearly salary, was the subject that motivated several Wylie citizens to speak Aug. 23 at a public hearing about the proposed 2011-12 budget. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3509&z=4 The Wylie Community Christian Care Center has put out an urgent plea for supplies. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3508&z=4 The Community ISD Board of Trustees has announced that Wylie ISD Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources & Student Services Dr. Cole McClendon is the lone finalist for the CISD superintendent of schools. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3507&z=4 After a pursuit into Plano, Wylie police arrested three men suspected of robbing the Country Club Road 7-Eleven about 11 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 24. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3506&z=4 With a three-to-two vote, the Collin County Constables offices will be losing about 25 percent of their staff. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3505&z=4 The 10-year anniversary of the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center is drawing close, and the city has planned a commemorative event for Sept. 11, 2011. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3504&z=4 The Wylie ISD 2011-12 tax rate will remain $1.64 per $100 of assessed property valuation, Wylie ISD trustees decided last week. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3503&z=4 A vigil and rosary for Rita Gallagher Smith, long time Wylie resident and benefactor, will be held Friday, Aug. 19, in the church's sanctuary http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3490&z=4 Originally scheduled for May, June and this week, Ethan Dorris murder trial date has been pushed back again, according to the Collin County Courts. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3479&z=4 Wylie City Council voted unanimously Aug. 9 to hold the tax rate steady at $0.8989 per $100 of valuation for the 2011-12 fiscal year. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3476&z=4 The Corinth Presbyterian Church in Parker is a small white and unassuming building, and although the membership roll doesnt spill into the aisles like some churches, it houses the heart of a community. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3454&z=4 Officials with the North Texas Municipal Water District announced Stage 2 of the districts Water Conservation and Drought Contingency and Water Emergency Response Plan effective immediately. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3441&z=4 Today Rep. Ralph Hall (TX-04) voted for the Budget Control Act of 2011, stating "While this bill is not perfect, we need a solution, and this is a step to help get America back on track towards a more healthy economy and force a final vote on this issue. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3437&z=4 Corinth Presbyterian Church is celebrating its 165th birthday beginning at 11 a.m., Sunday, Aug. 7. The church is located at 5609 E. Parker Rd. in Parker. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3430&z=4 Due to state cuts, Community ISD will lose $1.3 million from its 2011-12 budget. To compensate, the district needs to raise taxes more than the effective tax rate, and that requires voter approval. CISD voters will go to the polls Aug. 13 for a tax ratification election. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3427&z=4 The Texas Department of Transportation in cooperation with Collin County and the city of Fairview will host an open house and public meeting for the proposed reconstruction and widening of FM 1378 from south of Rock Ridge Road in Lucas to north of Farmstead Road in Fairview. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3424&z=4 In the second of three budget work sessions July 12, City Manager Mindy Manson told council she hopes the city will be able to reduce property taxes by one-half cent. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3420&z=4 The Collin County Constables offices may be in jeopardy of closing, according to information from Collin County government officials. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3417&z=4 Members of the Texas Legislature finally approved a school finance plan June 28 that will cut $4 billion in state funds to schools across the state over the next two years. Wylie ISDs deficit will be about $5.6 million for the 2011-12 school year and $5.9 million the following year. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3405&z=4 Soon there will be two new places to gather and enjoy the outdoors in Wylie. Wylie City Council has unanimously approved paying $40,000 to Teague Nall and Perkins, Inc. to plan landscape and architecture for one park at Forrest Ross Road and Skyview Drive and another along the northern edge of the Pheasant Creek subdivision. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3404&z=4 http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3397&z=4 More than 60 cancer survivors and 50 caregivers walked the opening lap of the 2011 Relay For Life of Wylie/Sachse/Murphy held at Jerry Shaffer Stadium in April. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3396&z=4 A local apartment complex is providing a free year of shelter for one of Americas wounded warriors through the Homes Fit for Heroes program. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3394&z=4 The Fourth of July is a time to celebrate America with picnics, parades and pyrotechnic programs. Although some cities have curtailed their Independence Day festivities because of budgeting concerns, there are still plenty of activities nearby to keep the day red, white and blue! http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3392&z=4 During the Independence Day Holiday, the Texas Highway Patrol will conduct focused DWI patrols in high-risk locations at times when alcohol-related crashes are most frequent. The enhanced patrols target impaired driving and are funded through a grant from the Texas Department of Transportation. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3391&z=4 June 12, Melanie Barton saw every parents nightmare. She looked up in time to see her 5-year-old son flying through the air off the hood of a car. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3375&z=4 City Manager Mindy Manson told members of Wylie City Council June 14 that flat property values and a 4-percent sales tax increase may make for a slightly better financial picture for the city in the upcoming fiscal year. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3372&z=4 To some, a Fourth of July without pyrotechnics is like a birthday cake without candles; however Wylie officials are reminding residents that fireworks are prohibited inside the city limits http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3364&z=4 Wylie ISD will spend $300,000 to replace deteriorating turn and track surfaces at Wylie Stadium. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3363&z=4 Phyliss Rae NeSmith of Lavon, died June 18, 2011, in Wylie. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3354&z=4 A painting accident caused a fire that completed destroyed a Lavon home today. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3352&z=4 A Wylie High School student has died, apparently from huffing, police said last week. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3345&z=4 The Be the Match Foundation, a bone marrow donor registry organization, will have a registration event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 18, on the patio at the First Baptist Church Wylie Event Center, 200 N. Ballard Ave. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3344&z=4 As temperatures climb, so do dangers related to heat and stormy weather. Members of Wylie Fire-Rescue want to make sure the community knows what to do and what not to do to be safe and healthy during the summer months ahead. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3343&z=4 A Wylie High School student has died, apparently from "huffing," police said today. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3338&z=4 Darlene Phillips the woman charged with leaving Wylies Angel to die at a park near Lake Lavon has pled guilty and been sentenced to 28 years in prison, according to Collin County court officials. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3317&z=4 Wylie ISD Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Dr. T.J. Farler has been named the lone finalist for the superintendent job at the Longview Pine Tree school district. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3288&z=4 Like most weddings, there were flowers, music, a cake and lots of smiles. But unlike most weddings, the bride and groom were 74 years old. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3281&z=4 Because of recent debit card fraud in the area, police in Murphy and Wylie are warning citizens to exercise caution when paying at the pump for gas. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3280&z=4 In the May 14 local election, Diane Culver defeated incumbent Wylie Councilman Carter Porter for the Place 6 seat, gathering 53 percent of the vote to Porters 47 percent. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3279&z=4 Collin County will host a public hearing Monday, May 16, on Segment 3 of the so-called Outer Loop, with exhibits and information on the 13.8-mile alignment from the Dallas North Tollway to U.S. 75. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3267&z=4 Members of Wylie ISDs transportation department participated April 16 in the Region X Road-e-o and brought home the first-place prize. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3258&z=4 The Wylie Police Department doesnt have as many officers as it needs, but the force is still addressing the concerns of the community in a safe and efficient manner, Police Chief John Duscio told councilmembers at a recent Wylie City Council meeting. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3257&z=4 Preliminary tax rolls released last week by the Collin County Central Appraisal District show both the city of Wylie and Wylie ISD with a slight decrease in the overall roll and about a 3-percent decrease in existing home values. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3256&z=4 The Wylie City Council and Public Art Advisory Board are inviting the public to a Public Art Dedication from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 7, at the new municipal complex, 300 Country Club Road. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3243&z=4 Early voting for the May 14 local school board and city council election continues through May 9. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3242&z=4 Within a month, drivers of emergency vehicles will be able to change many traffic lights so they have the right of way. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3241&z=4 A 27-year-old bicyclist, Jesse Michael Garcia of Wylie, was hit and killed as he rode a bicycle on Hwy. 78 in the early hours of Sunday, May 1. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3240&z=4 Herzog Development Corporation today announced plans for a Walmart store at the intersection of Hwy. 78 and Woodbridge Parkway in Sachse. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3219&z=4 At the annual North and East Texas Press Association convention held last week in Fort Worth, The Wylie News garnered several awards in a variety of categories and came away with the highest division award, Sweepstakes. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3200&z=4 Those who attend the Big Band Jazz Dinner and Dance April 30 may feel as if they have jumped into the time-traveling car in Back to the Future and taken a jaunt back to the 1940s. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3199&z=4 Spring brings beauty and bluebonnets to North Texas, but it can also bring tornadoes and other severe weather, such as the thunderstorms that blew through Collin County and the surrounding area late April 14 with high winds and hail. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3198&z=4 Wylie PD Officer Brenda Martin and K-9 Caro recently attended the United States Police Canine Association trials and received the Top Dog trophy for the overall competition, first place for Patrol Dogs, and the Xanos trophy. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3187&z=4 Directors of the Sachse Public Library and Wylies Smith Public Library are hoping a kitten named Dewey Readmore Books will inspire their communities to take a cue and read more books. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3186&z=4 Community members have organized a Good Friday candlelight vigil in memory of Wylies Angel 6-year-old Gerren Isgrigg the boy who was found dead April 15, 2010, in a park near Lake Lavon. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3185&z=4 In lieu of flowers, a trust fund has been set up for the children of 1st Lt Robert "Robby" F. Welch III Robert "Little Robby" F. Welch IV, 1, and nephew, Aaden Vann, 3. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3169&z=4 The flags at Wylie municipal buildings and Wylie ISD facilities will be lowered two half mast Sunday, April 10, in honor of 1st Lt. Robert "Robby" F. Welch III, a 2003 Wylie High School graduate killed in Afghanistan last week. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3167&z=4 Results from the 44th annual Wylie, Wylie East and Eastfork 4-H Livestock Show & Sale. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3165&z=4 The Plano Children Medical Clinic Wylie Branch will open its doors at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 5. But before the first patient arrives, members of First Baptist Church Wylie gave the clinic a baby shower. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3151&z=4 UPDATE: In the afternoon of March 30, Shoemaker & Hardt owner Kent Crane said police had returned his cash register drawer "damaged and empty." http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3147&z=4 In the early morning hours of March 30, Shoemaker & Hardt, the downtown Wylie coffee and curiosity shop, was burglarized. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3138&z=4 The Smith Public Library re-opened at noon today in its new location and folks were there waiting for the doors to open. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3128&z=4 The North Texas Tollway Authority and Collin County have announced that they have reached agreement on a framework for the development of all future turnpike projects in the county, including a tollway that will one day form a portion of a ring project around North Texas. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3116&z=4 http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3107&z=4 Wylie Police have released the name of the person involved in a SWAT incident March 9. Charles Gregory McKinley, a resident of Wylie and a police officer in Hutchins, is being held at the Collin County Detention Facility on charges of Assault-Family Violence-Impede Breath or Circulation, according to Wylie Det. Venece Perepiczka. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3089&z=4 Former Wylie High School teacher Brian Edward Booth, 28, was arrested Thursday, March 10, on three counts of indecency with a child and three counts of improper relationship between educator and student. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3074&z=4 About 10 p.m. Wednesday, March 9, Wylie Police were dispatched to the 2800 block of Sutters Mill Way in reference to a domestic disturbance call. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3071&z=4 Councilman Rick White, who has served for six years, has filed to run for re-election to his place on the council. Gerald Dunn, a network support engineer in telecommunications, has filed to run against him. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3058&z=4 Candy Arrington, vice president of accounting and strategic planning for Instaff Personnel, has filed for Place 1 on the Wylie ISD Board of Trustees. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3056&z=4 When your grandparents talked about their social network if your grandparents had ever used the words social network they would have been talking about bridge partners and poker buddies, fellow church members and co-workers or maybe the neighbor ladies who gathered at fencelines and working men who met for a drink or two on the way home from the factory. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3055&z=4 About 40 members of the community attended a meeting Feb. 28 to provide input to Jim Dunlap of Arrow Educational Services, the firm assisting Wylie trustees with their search for retiring Superintendent Dr. John Fullers replacement. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3053&z=4 According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Wylies population increased from 15,132 in 2000 to 41,427 in 2010, a jump that represents a 173.8-percent increase. Wylie was, according to the census report, the third fastest-growing Texas city over the last decade among cities with a population of more than 40,000. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3048&z=4 Handgun owners with conceal and carry permits can now take their firearms into meetings at the new Wylie municipal complex. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3047&z=4 The womens league is sponsoring a Prom Dreams Closet, where girls who cant afford to purchase new attire for their schools prom or formal dance are given the opportunity to shop for free. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=3046&z=4 Wylie Superintendent Dr. John Fuller, president of the Texas Association of School Administrators, spoke at a news conference in Austin last week, urging legislators to use a more balanced approach as they work their way through the 2012-13 budget. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2984&z=4 In the general election scheduled for May 14, two seats on the Wylie ISD Board of Trustees, two on Wylie City Council and the mayor are all up for re-election. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2969&z=4 Gov. Rick Perry made the following statement about rolling power outages resulting from the winter weather system sweeping across the state: http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2953&z=4 At the Jan. 17 meeting of the WISD Board of Trustees, good news was presented regarding the Birmingham Land Trust, and guidelines were firmed up for the Pearl Birmingham Scholarship. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2940&z=4 Members of the Wylie ISD Board of Trustees have decided to reconsider the drug testing program currently in place in the district; theyll decide in February whether to put more teeth into it or put the funds into education and prevention instead. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2939&z=4 The Wylie Police Department said that the citys overall 2010 crime rate per 1,000 citizens increased by 5 percent over 2009. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2938&z=4 The city of Wylies new 47,000-square-foot recreation center officially opens Feb. 1; in the meantime, though, the center is holding several open house events in which citizens can come walk through the new center and see what it has to offer. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2921&z=4 The Relay for Life of Wylie/Sachse/Murphy is coming up, and organizers are willing to flip some flapjacks to raise funds for the event. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2920&z=4 At their Jan. 11 meeting, members of Wylie City Council voted to adopt an ordinance that lifted some restrictions previously in place regarding home-based businesses. The vote was five to two with Councilwoman Cathy Spillyards and Mayor pro tem M.G. Red Byboth voting against adopting the ordinance. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2919&z=4 At the Jan. 17 meeting of the WISD Board of Trustees, President Ralph James read a letter from Superintendent Dr. H. John Fuller requesting that the board not offer him a new contract after his expires June 30 of this year. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2901&z=4 From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 15, Wylie residents can stop by the Wylie Art Gallery and decorate a tile for the new Smith Public Library. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2900&z=4 Kohls Department Stores is set to open its Wylie store in March. To staff the store, Kohl's will create 130 new positions, according to information from the company. To fill those jobs, Kohl's is hosting a job fair Sunday, Jan. 16, through Thursday, Jan. 20. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2890&z=4 Social networking used to mean staying in touch with colleagues, friends and family via parties, gatherings, telephone calls and postcards. Now its Facebook, MySpace, Twitter and Linked-in. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2879&z=4 One of Americas most beloved comic strips and one of the most popular musicals of all time have inspired Annie Jr., being presented this month by theater and choir students of Wylie East High School. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2878&z=4 The 33rd Annual Community Awards Banquet, presented by the Wylie Chamber of Commerce, is planned for Saturday, Jan. 29, and it promises to be An Evening of Excellence. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2877&z=4 Congressman Ralph Hall, who represents the Fourth District of Texas that includes portions of Wylie, issued the following statement on the convening of the 112th Congress Jan. 5 http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2873&z=4 Local photographer Sharon Brannick is participating in the 2011 International Charity Model Search to select North Americas Cutest Kid and to raise funds for the nonprofit Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep Foundation. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2871&z=4 The Collin County Ag and Junior Livestock Show are under way this week at the Myers Park and Event Center in McKinney. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2870&z=4 If everything goes as expected, discount and specialty grocery store ALDI will break ground in the spring for its new Wylie location. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2869&z=4 Precinct 2 County Commissioner Cheryl Williams was sworn into office Monday, Jan. 3, by Plano Mayor Phil Dyer. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2868&z=4 McKINNEY Newly and re-elected county and state officials will meet at the Collin County Courthouse Monday, Jan. 3, 2011, to be sworn into office. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2851&z=4 Facility will re-open in March in new municipal complex http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2849&z=4 When the city of Wylie issued a call for help with the Reach for a Star campaign more than 300 stars had been picked up without toys being bought and delivered Sanden International stepped up. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2833&z=4 Members of Wylie City Council voted Dec. 14 to keep the current curfew laws in place. Under the existing ordinance, young people 17 and under may not be out without adult supervision between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m. Sunday through Thursday, or from 12:01 a.m. until 6 a.m. on weekends. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2832&z=4 A chapter of Wylie history ended Dec. 14 when the city council met for the final time in the current municipal center located at 2000 S. Hwy 78. The next meeting, slated for Jan. 11, 2011, will be held in the new city hall, part of the complex at FM 1378 and Brown Street. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2831&z=4 In October, six of the shacks used for shelter by WISD crossing guards were destroyed by vandals. Carl Balch and the owners and staff of Lutz Woodworks are joining forces to rebuild the shacks. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2821&z=4 The city of Wylie held its annual holiday luncheon Dec. 7, and several awards were given out. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2820&z=4 The city of Wylie is calling all Santas. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2819&z=4 The city of Wylie is calling all Santas. The annual Reach for a Star toy drive, which gathers toys for local children who might otherwise not have many Christmas gifts, is in trouble. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2809&z=4 Darryl Lutz, 1983 graduate of Wylie High School and son of Betty and Charles Lutz of Wylie, was named Outstanding County Engineer of the Year for the state of Kansas last month. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2788&z=4 Last month, a special celebration took place in the home of Lynne and Phil Curtis, a celebration in which traditions were honored, bonds were formed and strengthened, and patriotic pride was abounding. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2787&z=4 This holiday season, WHS student body and staff will be gathering up some Pirate booty as part of the Wylie Pirate Toy Story to benefit children in need, both in the area and all over the Metroplex. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2774&z=4 As the holidays loom closer, some find they have a fear of shopping. Theres one thought on many a persons mind. (If someone says the idea hasnt at least flickered, then theyre probably lying.) http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2772&z=4 The Wylie High School Pirates will take on the the Lions of Tyler John Tyler in the Class 4A Division I Region II final at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 3, at Wylie Stadium. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2771&z=4 The Pirates meet the Lions of Tyler John Tyler in the Class 4A Division I Region II final at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 3, at Wylie Stadium. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2756&z=4 The Texas Department of Transportation has scheduled a lane closure for the southbound lane of Hwy. 78 just west of Hwy. 205 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, Nov. 29 ,and Tuesday, Nov. 30. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2753&z=4 DPS is urging Texas motorists to put safety first on the menu while traveling this Thanksgiving weekend. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2747&z=4 The current supply of Pirates playoff shirts is limited. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2735&z=4 The yearbook staff at Wylie East has a new honor to add to its growing list; out of all schools nationwide, it was chosen to take part free of charge in a new program just being rolled out by yearbook publishing company Jostens. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2734&z=4 Community ISD is in a state of mourning after high school sophomore Miranda Ragsdale, of Nevada, died of illness at home Thursday, Nov. 18. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2730&z=4 Wylie ISD officials have taken the first steps toward the termination of Rodney McCalls teaching contract following his arrest with a charge of Indecency with a Child, Exposure http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2729&z=4 Community ISD is in a state of mourning after high school sophomore Miranda Ragsdale, of Nevada, died of illness at home Thursday, Nov. 18. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2724&z=4 Wylie City Council held the first of two public hearings Nov. 9 regarding the curfew law in place for young people under the age of 17. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2716&z=4 The Rita and Truett Smith Public Library turned 40 this year, and it will soon celebrate by packing everything up and moving to a state-of-the-art facility in the new municipal complex. Its slated for a March 2011 opening, and librarians and supporters are working harder than ever to make sure the library has everything it needs to stay relevant to todays users. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2715&z=4 Rodney Eugene McCall of Sachse, a social studies teacher at Wylie East High School, was arrested Nov. 4 on charges of Indecency with a Child, Exposure. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2714&z=4 The Wylie community is notorious for having its collective heart in the right place, but never is that spirit celebrated more than during the week in November that goes by many names: Christian Care Week, Week of Compassion, or the Week of Giving. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2692&z=4 Oct. 29, three men were sentenced to 18 years in prison for the robberies committed in Wylie and Murphy in 2009. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2691&z=4 At 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 11, Wylie ISDs two Air Force Junior ROTC units will present a Veterans Day program at Wylie Stadium. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2690&z=4 Oct. 29, three men were sentenced to 18 years in prison for the robberies committed in Wylie and Murphy in 2009. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2671&z=4 The Frisco ISD Career & Technical Education Center and Wylie High School boast extraordinary culinary arts programs which utilize the Texas Restaurant Association Education Foundations Texas ProStart curriculum. More than 128 students are enrolled in these programs and on Monday, Nov. 15, approximately 40 of those students will share what theyve learned with a very lucky audience. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2669&z=4 Vicky Keahey of In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue and Education Center is sending out a cry for help on behalf of Malikai, a 9-year-old African lion. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2657&z=4 Five school crossing guard shacks were vandalized, one sustaining minimal damage and the rest completely destroyed, according to Wylie PD. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2656&z=4 At the Oct. 26 meeting of Wylie City Council, members voted to table until January 2011 further discussion of the restrictions governing home-based businesses. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2655&z=4 Wylie East's Sarah Scott punched her ticket to regional Thursday with a sixth place individual finish at the District 10-4A meet. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2653&z=4 On Oct. 31 First Baptist Church of Wylie will celebrate 140 years of continuous worship and service. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2648&z=4 Twenty-five quarter horses found neglected on property near Wylie have been placed in the countys care until they can be auctioned to new homes, county officials announced Monday. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2647&z=4 A high school student goes into a store and purchases large quantities of toilet paper. The wary clerk raises her eyebrow at the impending act of mischief that she anticipates will be visited upon an unsuspecting someone. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2646&z=4 http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2621&z=4 Early voting for the Nov. 2 continues through Oct. 29. Early voting hours are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Oct. 23, 1 to 6 p.m. Oct. 24 and 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Oct. 25 to 29. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2619&z=4 Texas hadnt been a state very long when the group that would become First Baptist Church Wylie began meeting in homes in the community of Nickleville on the south side of Hwy. 78. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2616&z=4 The city regulations concerning home-based businesses are getting a closer look. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2615&z=4 Again this year, the Wylie Downtown Merchants Association will host Boo on Ballard, a Halloween celebration with trick-or-treating for the little goblins and lots of fun for older kids and grown-ups as well. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2614&z=4 Get out the bell bottoms and tie-dyed shirts its Wylie High School Homecoming 2010, and the far-out, 60s and 70s theme is Peace Out Pearce. The Homecoming game between WHS and J.J. Pearce HS is Friday, Oct. 29. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2599&z=4 Harvey Tepfer, a Murphy resident, and Tim Baker, a resident of McKinney, are official write-in candidates on the Nov. 2 ballot for the office of Collin County District Clerk. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2598&z=4 Relay for Life Team Cabo-Wabo is hosting a Bra-Ha-Ha event from 7 to 9 p.m. Oct. 23 at Majestic Ballroom, 711 Business Way. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2597&z=4 Murphy is the second safest city in North Texas, based on the number of violent and property crimes for cities with population between 10,000 and 100,000, according to the 2009 edition of the FBIs annual Uniform Crime Report. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2556&z=4 Addressing council members concerns that recent budget cuts may have a negative impact on the fire departments Insurance Services Office rating of 1, Fire Chief Randy Corbin presented a work session following the councils Sept. 28 meeting. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2555&z=4 Rates will be going up for Wylie commercial customers of Community Waste Disposal, but residential customers will not see a change in their bills. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2554&z=4 Wylie vs. Highland Park has been chosen as a finalist for the Fox4 Game of the Week. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2551&z=4 Wylie East High School will practice a high-level lock down drill with students at 2:45 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 6. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2550&z=4 Texas Secretary of State Hope Andrade is reminding Texans that the deadline is approaching if they need to register for the Nov. 2 general election. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2540&z=4 Wylie Fire-Rescue will educate students and adults on the prevention of home fires during Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 3 through 9. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2538&z=4 Again this year, the Wylie Police Department is hosting a National Night Out celebration in Olde City Park, downtown Wylie. As part of the national crime-prevention effort spearheaded by The National Association of Town Watch, the event will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 5. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2533&z=4 Wylie ISD officials are beginning the process of re-working the Miss Pearl Birmingham Scholarships, currently awarded annually to 22 graduating seniors. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2532&z=4 After presenting its first play, Fairy Tale Courtroom to more than 400 audience members, Wylie Acting Group for Children is gearing up for its second production, The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2509&z=4 When the new civic complex opens late this year or early 2011, the recreation center will be available to those who live or work in Wylie and nonresidents as well. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2508&z=4 Member and supporters of Wylie Easts Raider Nation are invited to celebrate and support the Raiders in their inaugural varsity season of competition as the school holds its Raider Roundup the first week in October. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2505&z=4 The Wylie City Council approved several updates to the city zoning ordinances but tabled for further discussion changes to home-based business regulations. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2504&z=4 The Rita and Truett Smith Public Library will leave behind its location at 800 Thomas St. in Wylie and move to much-larger digs in spring of 2011. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2486&z=4 Annual passes for the new Wylie Recreation Center, due to open in early 2011 as part of the new civic center, will go on sale Monday, Sept. 20. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2485&z=4 Jordan Adams, member and community development specialist for Farmers Electric Cooperative since 2007, has been selected out of 88 applicants to serve as the new executive director of the Wylie ISD Education Foundation. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2482&z=4 Hartman PTA has opened an account at American National Bank of Texas for the family of Peyton Hughes, age 2, who died Sept. 3 as the result of falling into the family pool Aug. 31. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2462&z=4 Representatives of the national Rachels Challenge organization visited Wylie last week, presenting assemblies for McMillan students during the day Aug. 31 and for parents that night. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2458&z=4 Wylie will soon have its own childrens medical clinic to serve the needs of children who might otherwise not have access to quality health care. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2457&z=4 Wylie Fire Rescue is urging citizens to practice water safety during the Labor Day weekend and throughout the year. WFR has responded to three drowning/near drowning victims during the last week two at residential pools and one at Lake Lavon. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2442&z=4 Wylie City Council approved a zoning change, the first step toward having a RaceTrac gas station/convenience store at the northeast corner of Hwy. 78 and Brown Street. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2436&z=4 Meals on Wheels in McKinney is planning to start a new route in Wylie, and Lara Kitchens, volunteer coordinator, said theyre looking for some drivers for Tuesday deliveries. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2435&z=4 Wylie has joined several neighboring cities in banning K2, a synthetic cannabioid made from the salvia divinorum plant, that can be used to create a high similar to marijuana but with ingredients that are cheaper and, until now, legal. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2434&z=4 McKINNEY Beginning today, Sept. 1, the unincorporated areas of Collin County will be under a burn ban for 90 days, or until conditions merit the lifting or extending of the ban, the Collin County Fire Marshal's office has announced. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2433&z=4 For the fifth consecutive year, Ford Motor Company invites fans, coaches and Texas media to pay tribute to those players who demonstrate toughness, sportsmanlike conduct and scholarship throughout the high school football season. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2417&z=4 Wylie East's Jabari Anderson runs away from a flock of North Forney Falcons during the WE Raiders opening varsity season victory Friday night. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2415&z=4 Music lovers and band supporters are invited to line the streets from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 28, as That Wylie Band marches a five-mile parade route to raise funds for the years expenses. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2413&z=4 According to city of Wylie Public Information Officer Craig Kelly, the Texas Department of Transportation is scheduled to begin the FM 544/FM 1378 intersection improvements Monday, Aug. 30. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2410&z=4 Wylie resident Vernon Hadnot is the founder, creator, editor, webmaster and sometimes cameraman for a fresh, new program called D210 TV, and its been added to the statewide lineup of Time Warner Cable, Dallas Channel 185. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2409&z=4 First-day numbers were down from what was anticipated, but WISD has 12,628 students enrolled for the 2010-11 school year, Dr. Cole McClendon, superintendent of human resources and student services, reported the total to the board of trustees Aug. 16. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2408&z=4 At the Aug. 16th meeting of the Wylie ISD Board of Trustees, school board members approved the proposed tax rate of $1.64, a five-cent increase on the Interest and Sinking tax rate. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2394&z=4 With school scheduled to begin Monday, Aug. 23, Wylie Police are reminding drivers to be aware of school zones rules. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2386&z=4 Wylie city property taxes will not go up in fiscal year 2010-11. In fact, according to Finance Director Linda Bantz, because some homeowners have seen their property values decrease, they will be paying less city tax. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2383&z=4 Wylie Police Chief John Duscio has returned from a 10-week professional course of study, the FBI National Academy, held in Quantico, Va. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2368&z=4 Wylie Police officers have reported an increase in burglaries, particularly of cars, this summer, and they're urging citizens to lock everything up. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2365&z=4 For the first time, all Wylie ISD campuses are ranked as either Exemplary or Recognized by the Texas Education Agency. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2364&z=4 The Wylie City Council is sending a message to the future. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2350&z=4 Wylies portion of sales tax is expected to rise slightly over last years total, Wylie Economic Development Corporation Executive Director Sam Satterwhite told the city council last week. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2349&z=4 City officials no doubt breathed a collective sigh of relief when the certified tax rolls, released July 27, revealed a less dramatic drop in property values than previously estimated. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2347&z=4 The law firm of Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson has sent 1,940 final warning letters to property owners who have failed to pay more than $4 million in delinquent property taxes to 11 local governments in Collin County. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2343&z=4 Don't just sit around the house, here are some fun things to do! http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2341&z=4 Again this year, Wylie is HOPE and First Baptist Church Wylie are joining with area businesses and individuals to provide school supplies for those in need. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2339&z=4 Strong commercial and residential growth in the area was the featured topic at last weeks annual Sachse Chamber of Commerce mayoral luncheon. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2338&z=4 Do some things just make you feel like dancing? Ever wanted to dance in the dark, in the street, on ice or with the stars? http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2335&z=4 Here a few things to do to chase away those summer doldrums http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2321&z=4 The artwork of Mariko Frost of Wylie won a merit award, honorable mention, in the What Texas Means to Me juried awards show and exhibit in Austin. Her painting, entitled Mark, was chosen as one of 40 finalists out of 150 entries. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2315&z=4 At the second of three budget workshops July 13, City Manager Mindy Manson told council and other city officials that, despite pay decreases and departmental reductions, it appears the expenditures for fiscal 2010-11 will exceed revenues by more than $200,000. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2314&z=4 Don't get caught with nothing to do ... http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2312&z=4 The Water IQ Genius Contest, which runs through July 31, asks citizens to change their wasteful water-use habits and turn themselves into Water Geniuses. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2298&z=4 July 31 has been designated as National Dance Day. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2296&z=4 If Wylies Tina Klein is Superwoman, then hunger is her archnemesis. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2295&z=4 Hes already a hero, but now one Wylie firefighter can officially call himself great, too. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2288&z=4 Got nothing to do and no plans for next week? Try a few of these activities! http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2287&z=4 Applications are currently being accepted for the next Wylie Police Department Citizens Police Academy scheduled to begin Aug. 25. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2286&z=4 Again this year, Wylie is HOPE and First Baptist Church Wylie are joining with area businesses and individuals to provide school supplies for those in need. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2284&z=4 Too many video games and too much TV this summer? Try some of these get-out-of-the-house activities. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2267&z=4 The Bart Peddicord Center in Wylie is hopping with summer fun activities and trips for seniors during the month of July. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2263&z=4 Members of Wylie City Council voted June 22 to fund the repairs and modifications needed to revamp the current city hall as a home for police and fire administration and municipal court by the issuance of $540,000 worth of certificates of obligation. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2260&z=4 t their June 21 meeting, members of the Wylie ISD Board of Trustees voted unanimously to adopt the 2010-11 budget, based on the proposed tax rate of $1.64 per $100 of property valuation. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2257&z=4 Don't get caught with nothing to do! Use our tips to find an adventure. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2250&z=4 Due to the success of last years inaugural event, the Public Art Advisory Board and the city of Wylie have scheduled the second Wylie Arts Festival from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Dec. 4 in Olde City Park. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2241&z=4 Kohl's Department Store will be the second anchor in Woodbridge Crossing, home to Wylie's SuperTarget on FM 544. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2240&z=4 Wylie Councilman Bennie Jones is inviting the community to a free summertime celebration the whole family can enjoy. Its called Wylie Family Funfest, and its planned for 3 p.m. July 3, in advance of the city-sponsored fireworks display at Founders Park. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2239&z=4 Although the colder months are usually associated with the need for food and other assistance for those having trouble making ends meet, the North Texas Food Bank is spreading the word that the summer is a challenging time as well. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2238&z=4 Beat summer boredom with these places and events ... http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2231&z=4 http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2227&z=4 http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2226&z=4 Don't get sideswiped by "I'm bored ..." Here are some fun things to chase away the summer doldrums. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2209&z=4 The city of Wylie has announced the watering guidelines and rules for the hot months ahead. Watering lawns is prohibited between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. until Oct. 31. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2206&z=4 As Texas temperatures begin to reach the triple digits, Oncor customers should take extra care to keep their electric costs under control, company officials said. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2199&z=4 Several churches in the area are hosting summertime Vacation Bible School programs for youngsters. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2193&z=4 If this years valedictorian and salutatorian are any indication, Wylie will soon be known as a city famous for sending brilliant, life-changing scholars out into the world to make it a better place. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2192&z=4 http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2190&z=4 The WHS National Honor Society is collecting standardized dress items for its annual Polo Drive. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2180&z=4 Although no time or date has yet been set, Marine Sgt. Jerry Isgrigg and his ex-wife Nyki Phillips have agreed on the final resting place of their son, Gerren. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2176&z=4 Wylie High School Commencement will be held at 7 p.m. Saturday, June 5, at the Allen Event Center, 190 E. Stacy Rd., in Allen. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2175&z=4 Patriotism and those who have served and protected Americans and their way of life will be celebrated and honored at a day-long Memorial Day event presented by the Wylie Chamber of Commerce Monday, May 31, in Olde City Park. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2173&z=4 The annual Tree Climbing Championship will be held Friday and Saturday, May 21 and 22, at Bob Woodruff Park in Plano. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2166&z=4 The Wylie Recreation Center was recommended as the official name of the citys new rec complex, and itll cost a family of four $325 for an annual membership to the facility. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2163&z=4 Retired insurance man Don Hallum spoke on behalf of the senior citizens of Wylie at the May 11 council meeting, requesting that the present location of the Rita and Truett Smith Public Library be converted to a senior activity center when the new library opens in late 2010 or early 2011 http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2160&z=4 With the burned out shell of the house at 508 Stone Rd. as a reminder of how fast a fire can destroy a home, the residents of the Wylwood Estates area of Wylie had a chance May 13 to possibly avoid the same fate. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2148&z=4 The Wylie City Council is accepting applications to fill expiring or vacant terms on city boards and commissions. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2142&z=4 Preliminary figures show property values in Wylie are down about 3 percent. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2140&z=4 Shortly before 12:30 a.m. May 9, Dennis Johnson, 51, was attacked, kicked and beaten in the alley behind his home on Trails Place in Wylie. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2138&z=4 The University of North Texas Mental Sciences Institute is helping Collin County respond to local needs with a survey of county residents to find out what mental health and substance abuse services are needed here. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2130&z=4 As the May 8 city council and WISD School Board elections draw near, candidates congregated at the Bart Pedicord Center Thursday night to make introductions and answer questions during an election forum. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2127&z=4 http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2126&z=4 Gerren Isgriggs father, Sgt. Jerry Isgrigg, said in a phone interview May 3 that he is overwhelmed at the response from the Wylie community following the discovery of his dead son near Lake Lavon last month. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2113&z=4 In advance of the summer heat, Oncors Take A Load Off, Texas program has added a new addition the Residential Energy Audit Program, designed to decrease overall energy consumption and demand. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2112&z=4 The May 8 ballot includes Wylie ISD school board races. The Wylie News asked each candidate to complete a short questionnaire for inclusion in a voting guide. Their responses are included here. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2107&z=4 The May 8 ballot includes local city and school board races. The Wylie News asked each candidate to complete a short questionnaire for inclusion in this voting guide. Their responses are included here. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2106&z=4 Longtime Wylie resident and benefactor of Special Olympians Larry Hampton died April 23, leaving behind his wife Elaine and grandson Rock, being raised by the couple. Rock is wheelchair bound and afflicted with spina bifida. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2104&z=4 The Collin County Grand Jury has indicted another Wylie teen and certified him as an adult in connection with the November beating death of Jonathon Bird. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2103&z=4 Preliminary budget figures for Wylie ISDs fiscal year 2010-11 show a tax rate increase of 5 cents per $100 property valuation raising the tax rate from $1.59 to $1.64. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2102&z=4 As residents of Wylie struggle to make sense of the death of Gerren Joseph Isgrigg, one thing is certain: the Wylie PD pulled Herculean shifts and interfaced with numerous agencies across the country to identify the angel and arrest the person responsible for his fate. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2101&z=4 The Pirates face bi-district opponent Irving Nimitz in a single game playoff. The contest is set for Friday, April 30, at 7:30 p.m. at Flower Mound High School. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2100&z=4 The annual Walk for Will campaign has undergone a name change. It is now called The Will to Walk and will benefit Will Smith and Addison Grace Roland. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2081&z=4 he Pirates unseated Plano East 2-1 Tuesday and wrecked the Panthers bid for a perfect district record. For an encore, they toppled Plano West 3-2 in a Friday contest to secure the fourth playoff seed in District 8-5A. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2080&z=4 City officials and members of the community gathered recently for the official groundbreaking for improvements at Founders Park. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2072&z=4 A $20,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the positive identification of the boy found dead on Skyview Drive near Lake Lavon April 15. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2064&z=4 Wylie Police and the Collin County Child Abuse Task Force are asking for the public's help in identifying a child found dead in East Fork Park Thursday, April 15. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2062&z=4 In-Sync CEO chosen Most Interesting Person by DFW radio station http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2058&z=4 Members of Wylie City Council voted unanimously April 13 to purchase two full matrix message boards and one speed awareness monitor for a total not to exceed $48,000 http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2055&z=4 Collin College has named Brenda Kihl, of Plano, as the new vice president of academic and institutional effectiveness. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2054&z=4 Over the weekend, thieves burglarized Equest Therapeutic Horsemanship Center on Troy Road, making off with over $100,000 worth of equipment. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2040&z=4 Early voting for the Republican primary run-off election continues through Friday, April 9. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. The election is set for Tuesday, April 13. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2035&z=4 An Internet connection led to a face-to-face encounter resulting in the arrest of a Houston man for the sexual assault of a Wylie 13-year-old. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2034&z=4 Though theyre not finalized yet, members of Wylies park and recreation board are closer to setting fees for those who will use the new recreation center. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2017&z=4 According to a report from the Collin County Grand Jury, Austin Michael Brumley of Wylie has been indicted and charged with murder in the Nov. 7, 2009, beating death of Jonathan Bird of Wylie. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2016&z=4 Hazco Hazardous Substance Specialists employees are removing gasoline tanks left over from a long-ago gas station at Ballard Avenue and Oak Street and preparing to send the soil to Austin for testing. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2010&z=4 Beginning this week, Community Waste Disposal customers may notice red, yellow or green tags placed on their recycling carts. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=2000&z=4 U.S. Rep. Ralph Hall from the Fourth District of Texas has announced that he is cosponsoring two bills to repeal the health care reform legislation passed by Democrats March 21 and signed into lawMarch 22 by President Obama. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1999&z=4 The Wylie City Council recently approved construction contracts for many improvements to Founders Park and Community Park designs. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1998&z=4 Domestic violence and a suspected barricade ended with the escape of the suspect Sunday. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1961&z=4 City receives $4 million in county funds http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1917&z=4 The last year in Wylie has been one of action and urgency, Mayor Eric Hogue said last week. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1916&z=4 100-year-old Wylie resident Laura Campbell to be honored with party Saturday http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1892&z=4 Honorees family includes many educators http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1891&z=4 Elementary attendance zones set; transfer request deadline June 1 http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1890&z=4 Party primary balloting is under way for the March 2 vote. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1882&z=4 Health, career tech courses still required for Wylie grads http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1862&z=4 Most will agree that this winter has been bitter cold. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1861&z=4 Engineers meet with council, citizens for input on Community Park http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1852&z=4 The stakes couldn't have been higher when the Lady Pirates took the home court versus Allen Tuesday night. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1840&z=4 City officials have many decisions to make about their new municipal complex, slated to open later this year http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1813&z=4 Filing for local city council and school board seats began this week and continues through March 8. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1812&z=4 Violent crime down 41 percent http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1811&z=4 At the January meeting of the WISD Board of Trustees, board members told Superintendent Dr. John Fuller that they would prefer to see the new attendance zone boundaries for district elementary schools focus on keeping children in their own neighborhoods. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1795&z=4 In the annual Wylie Economic Development Corporation report to city council, Executive Director Sam Satterwhite reported that city sales tax receipts for 2009 increased by a very small amount over 2008 0.36 percent marking the first year since 2004 that Wylie did not see double-digit growth in sales tax receipts. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1793&z=4 At their Jan. 26 meeting, members of Wylie City Council chose the next three areas of the city that will receive city-funded refurbishment via the Accountable Communities Through the Involvement of Neighborhoods plan. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1792&z=4 Richard Hamilton told us about this story from Columbus, Ohio. The Rabb family lived in Wylie in the 1950s when Joe Rabb was principal of Wylie High School. My family and the Rabb family lived next door to each other and we played together as kids back then, Hamilton said. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1769&z=4 Primary voter registration deadline Feb. 1; ballot includes county, state Republican, Democratic races http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1750&z=4 Parents say track needs attention; district says repairs forthcoming http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1749&z=4 The Wylie Chamber of Commerce is inviting the community to an Evening of Excellence at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 30, at the Hyatt Place Hotel in Garland. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1748&z=4 Wylie sports programs blossomed, shined under his guidance http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1719&z=4 After almost six weeks of waiting, Morton Hendricks family has finally been able to put him to rest. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1716&z=4 Negotiations continue between Wylie, Parker over cut-off agreement http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1715&z=4 The body of Morton Hendricks of St. Paul, a 78-year-old man who has been missing since Dec. 4, has been found in Lake Lavon. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1695&z=4 Last week, as television broadcasts and Nixle emergency-alert e-mails warned the community about upcoming record-breaking, frigid temperatures, Oncor Electric Delivery Companys area manager, Barry Young, offered advice about how to stay safe and warm without sending energy bills skyrocketing. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1694&z=4 The body of Morton Hendricks of St. Paul, a 78-year-old man who has been missing since Dec. 4, has been found in Lake Lavon. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1688&z=4 City tapped as top center for growth http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1687&z=4 A listing of Wylie Police Department activity excluding traffic stops, follows. The reports are listed alphabetically by call type, location (using block number,) date, call number and disposition: http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1683&z=4 Dr. John Hobbs of Wylie has published his ninth book, The Word Was God, and he describes it as a way for the common man to understand the Bible. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1672&z=4 Public comment on plans invited at Jan. 18 meeting http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1671&z=4 Goin to the chapel and were gonna get married http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1670&z=4 City asks for public opinion http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1669&z=4 f Hogue has the lead role in city government, Superintendent Dr. H. John Fuller is his counterpart in the Wylie Independent School District. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1663&z=4 Principle players take places for 2010 http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1661&z=4 Principle players take places for 2010 http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1656&z=4 A listing of Wylie Police Department activity excluding traffic stops, follows. The reports are listed alphabetically by call type, location (using block number,) date, call number and disposition: http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1652&z=4 Work on approved school projects to begin in January. Trustees give go-ahead to repairs, refurbishments timeline http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1641&z=4 The temperature was in the 30s, and the north wind was whipping everybodys notes around, but the official groundbreaking for WISD elementary school number 10, as yet unnamed, went on as planned Tuesday morning, Dec. 15. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1638&z=4 Daughter says he, his truck have vanished into thin air http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1637&z=4 Fireworks, July Jubilee Street Dance still planned http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1631&z=4 WHS teacher arrested on child sexual assault charges by sheriffs office http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1628&z=4 A listing of Wylie Police Department activity from Nov. 27 to Dec. 10, excluding traffic stops, follows. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1624&z=4 Bradley Glenn Thompson, age 26, a coach at Wylie High School, was arrested Wednesday, Dec. 9, on the WHS campus. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1613&z=4 Web site designed to inspire others to save, donate to Care Center http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1609&z=4 2010 Census questionnaire coming in spring http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1608&z=4 City officials have announced that the deadline for returning gifts for area youngsters as part of the annual Reach for a Star program has been extended to Dec. 14. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1607&z=4 Local resident and author Jim Howell will hold a book signing for Copper Eyes from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 12 at Starbucks, located at 410 Hwy. 78. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1600&z=4 A listing of Wylie Police Department activity from Nov. 6 through 26 , excluding traffic stops, follows. The reports are listed alphabetically by call type, location (using block number,) date, call number and disposition: http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1596&z=4 Adam and Sharon Allard with their waste-converting ethanol machine. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1582&z=4 The missing serval, a medium-sized African wild cat, reported lost from the St. Paul-area by its owner last week, has been found approximately a quarter mile from its home http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1571&z=4 Hartman wins contest to outfit crossing guards http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1556&z=4 Nov. 9, a standoff between police and a man who was in a house, armed with a rifle, caused the school district to implement level 1 lockdown procedures at the four nearest campuses. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1554&z=4 Hydroplaning on a rain-slicked road most likely caused a crash that resulted in the death of three motorists and sent three more to the hospital Nov. 20. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1551&z=4 Holiday Events through December http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1550&z=4 Votes cast for Collin, Dallas appraisal boards http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1541&z=4 Festival of Lights Christmas Parade to be held Dec. 5 http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1540&z=4 Superintendent endorses leftover 04 bond money for East funding http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1539&z=4 A listing of Wylie Police Department activity from Oct. 30 through Nov. 5, excluding traffic stops, follows. The reports are listed alphabetically by call type, location (using block number,) date, call number and disposition: http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1510&z=4 Who says you only get 15 minutes of fame? http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1502&z=4 WHS cadets make donation to help veterans visit memorial http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1501&z=4 Athletic upgrades, high school renovations totaling $52M denied http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1500&z=4 Dallas Cowboys tight end Jason Witten was at Akin Elementary School today as part of the NFL's Take a Player to School contest. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1494&z=4 Wylie Police have arrested five teenagers in connection with the beating death of Jonathan Bird, 28, early Sunday, Nov. 8. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1479&z=4 Jennifer Cunninghams Feed Wylie project for the Christian Care Center has garnered a national FFA award. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1472&z=4 At a work session following Wylie City Councils Oct. 27 meeting, Construction Manager Shane Colley said the rain had slowed progress on the city municipal complex being built, but Byrne Construction Services personnel were accelerating their schedule in an effort to stay on track. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1471&z=4 Group believed responsible for multiple local crimes http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1470&z=4 A listing of Wylie Police Department activity from Oct. 16 through Oct. 29, excluding traffic stops, follows. The reports are listed alphabetically by call type, location (using block number,) date, call number and disposition: http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1443&z=4 Firefighters Brandon Storm and Michael Ahlemeier enter the FBC Wylie Special Event Center with the colors as James Brewster from the Coppell Drum and Pipe Corps prepares to play "Danny Boy." http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1414&z=4 Cooper faculty member tapped for state honor http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1413&z=4 WISD bond, state constitutional amendments to be decided Nov. 3 http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1412&z=4 Citizens review committee members announced http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1375&z=4 http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1369&z=4 The Wylie ISD Board of Trustees is looking for community volunteers to serve on a bond review committee. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1212&z=4 Funds for east-side campus approved in 04 bond http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1211&z=4 Taxpayers will go to the polls Nov. 3 to cast their votes for three separate bond propositions, totaling almost $77 million, to benefit Wylie schools. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1160&z=4 The vote was split 5-2, but members of the WISD Board of Trustees voted to adopt the 2009-10 tax rate of $1.59 per $100 of taxable property, an increase of .08 cents. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1159&z=4 When Wylie 9-year-old Elijah Shaddox was only 5 weeks old, his parents and doctors knew something wasnt functioning as it should. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1133&z=4 School board members voted on new names for Wylie Pirate Stadium, Choice High School and the Special Programs Center at their meeting Aug. 17. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1132&z=4 The vote was split 5-2, but Wylie ISD Board of Trustees voted Aug. 17 to adopt the 2009-'10 tax rate of $1.59 per $100 of taxable property. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1131&z=4 Trustees finalize plans for November bond vote http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1125&z=4 Wylie City Council voted July 28 to amend the retail development agreement between the city and Direct Development, developer of Wylies new SuperTarget and its home shopping center, Woodbridge Crossing. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1085&z=4 Despite deciding at their first work session June 22 to divide the $84.5M bond proposal into seven propositions for the November election, members of the WISD Board of Trustees decided June 29 to reduce that number to three. They also reduced the total to approximately $70.6M. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1021&z=4 Despite deciding at their first work session June 22 to divide the $84.5M bond proposal into seven propositions for the November election, members of the WISD Board of Trustees decided June 29 to reduce that number to three. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=1005&z=4 At their meeting June 15, Wylie school board members voted unanimously to bring the bond back to the public in an election Nov. 3, 2009. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=983&z=4 At the first of two work sessions to decide just how to come back to the taxpayers for the WISD bond money in November, school board members agreed on a preliminary plan for dividing the bond into seven propositions. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=979&z=4 At their meeting June 15, Wylie school board members voted to bring the bond that failed in May back to the public in November 2009. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=961&z=4 Preliminary estimates have Wylies existing property tax value dropping by more than 4 percent, the Collin County Central Appraisal District announced last week. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=840&z=4 The $84.5 million WISD bond package was defeated in the May 9 election by 69 votes. Approximately 49 percent of voters, 1,672, voted for the bond, and 51 percent, or 1,741, voted against it. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=839&z=4 The $84.5 million WISD bond package was defeated by voters in the May 9 election. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=829&z=4 Wylie ISD will hold two forums and a bus tour in an effort to educate voters regarding the upcoming bond election and what improvements and upgrades are needed, especially on some of the older campuses. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=700&z=4 A 16-year-old Wylie High School student who was in possession of a .25-caliber handgun was arrested Wednesday morning and charged with possession of a weapon in prohibited places, a third-degree felony http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=677&z=4 http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=675&z=4 The site of Wylie ISDs third high school has been identified, and the board of trustees authorized Superintendent Dr. John Fuller to sign the documents necessary to make the purchase. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=644&z=4 Joe Lepsis was named head football coach and campus athletic coordinator for Wylie East High School last month. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=515&z=4 Following the third work session regarding the upcoming bond election and how best to go back to the taxpayers for more funding, members of the WISD Board of Trustees voted unanimously to ask for the total, $84.5 million, in one proposition rather than dividing it into two or more. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=494&z=4 At their work session on Thursday, Feb. 5, members of the Wylie ISD Board of Trustees agreed to bring an $84,492,380 bond package to the voters in the May 9 election. Their decision now is whether to present the package as one or divide it into two propositions. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=455&z=4 Wylie City Council has voted to lower the speed limit on FM 1378 (Country Club) the stretch of road between FM 544 and FM 2514 (Parker) from 50 mph to 45 mph. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=372&z=4 Wylie City Councilman Merrill Young has resigned his position on the Wylie Economic Development Corporation, and Council voted Todd Wintters to finish his term that will end June 30, 2011. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=257&z=4 The Reinharts want to scare the living daylights out of Wylie. Cheryl and Steve Reinhart, 400 Willow Way (near Ballard and Stonybrook) have been putting out an elaborate Halloween display for the last six years here, and 10 more before they moved to Wylie. http://www.wylienews.com/articles/anmviewer.asp?a=70&z=4