Allen police celebrate milestone in youth boxing program

NBC Dallas-Fort Worth (Local Beat) 3/28 6:08A Alanna Quillen

The Allen Police Department is marking a major milestone in a program they say is making a lasting impact on local youth. Last night, community members gathered to witness the Allen Police Youth...

Lady Pirates fall 1-0 to Duncanville

Wylie News | Latest 3/27 6:54A David Wolman

Wylie sophomore Kennedy Butler has a step on a Duncanville defender as she dribbles the ball up the field at Forney s City Bank Stadium on Wednesday, March 26. Photo by David Wolman / C&S Media By David Wolman sports@csmediatexas.com FORNEY –...

New chapter for Christian Care Center

Wylie News | Latest 3/27 3:45A Sonia Duggan

As of April 1, there will be new changes in local food pantry leadership. From left, Audrey Wallace, founder/director of 5 Loaves Food Pantry in Sachse, will relieve Wylie Christian Care Center directors Mary and Ron Warkentine of their duties....

Vending machine dispenses free Narcan

Wylie News | Latest 3/27 3:21A Staff Reports

A dispenser in a Princeton pharmacy will now offer free Narcan thanks to a sponsor. Bob Wieland/The Wylie News Princeton is now one of several Texas communities where residents can obtain free Narcan to have on hand for the emergency treatment of...

Council hears proposed changes for smoke shops

Wylie News | Latest 3/27 3:14A Chad Engbrock

A public hearing was scheduled at the March 25 regular city council meeting to review a proposed ordinance amendment to the city’s zoning regulations. The proposed changes, stemming from Wylie council discussions in recent work sessions, were to...

Register now for annual Run For Our Heroes

Wylie News | Latest 3/27 3:07A Sonia Duggan

Registration is now open for the annual Run For Our Heroes. The race is set for April 26 at Olde City Park in Wylie. File Art The 1LT Robert F. Welch III Run For Our Heroes will return for its 13th year on Saturday, April 26 at Olde City Park in...

Wylie Municipal Court to hold Warrant Resolution Day

Wylie News | Latest 3/20 5:51A Staff Reports

The Wylie Municipal Court will host a Warrant Resolution Day April 12, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 2000 N. Highway 78. The event provides an opportunity for individuals with outstanding Class C warrants in Wylie to resolve their cases without the...

The $500 egg: backyard hens slow to pay off

Wylie News | Latest 3/20 5:44A Bob Wieland

Although backyard chickens have no problem eating off the ground, feed bowls make it easier to measure out portions. Millie, a black-and-white Barred Plymouth Rock, noshes with Shadow, a Black Australorp, and Buffy, a Buff Orpington. Bob...

Wylie Economic Development Corporation driving growth in city

Wylie News | Latest 3/20 5:39A Chad Engbrock

The new headquarters for Day Lumber is nearing completition in the 544 Gateway Addition with future plans to add two more buildings. Shelley Dowdle/The Wylie News While Wylie residents may notice dirt being moved or concrete being poured on a...

Downtown cigar lounge approved on second try

Wylie News | Latest 3/20 5:34A Chad Engbrock

During its regular meeting last week, Wylie City Council held a public hearing to consider a zoning change for 308 N. Ballard Ave. to allow for a smoking establishment. The request was presented by Jose Hernandez, who had previously been denied a...

Scores for week of March 7-11

Wylie News | Latest 3/13 6:32A David Wolman

Wylie senior Ben Lindsey tossed six scoreless innings with seven strikeouts against one hit in the Pirates 2-0 win over Sachse on Tuesday, March 11. Photo by Tina Lopez / C&S Media From Staff Reports The following are final scores for Wylie and...

Airport expansion continues in McKinney

Wylie News | Latest 3/13 3:47A Bob Wieland

Work is expected to begin this spring on a $72 million expansion of McKinney National Airport allowing commercial passenger service by late next year. “We continue to work toward a May 2025 groundbreaking,” Ken Carley, the airport director, said...

Council considers cigar lounge permit

Wylie News | Latest 3/13 3:35A Chad Engbrock

The Wylie City Council met on Tuesday, March 11, to discuss several items, including updates to the city’s water and wastewater rates, new technology purchases and zoning changes. As part of the consent agenda, council considered a $59,500...

Wylie ISD artists shine at VASE

Wylie News | Latest 3/13 3:21A Staff Reports

The artwork of 23 WISD high school students will advance to the state-level competition in San Marcos on April 25-26. Courtesy Wylie ISD Wylie ISD high school art students showcased their talent at the regional Visual Scholastic Arts Event (VASE)...

Deep in the Heart of Texas Gala raises funds

Wylie News | Latest 3/13 3:07A Sonia Duggan

Rebekah Rodgers, assistant director of 5 Loaves Food Pantry and Adrian Phillips, former NFL player and founder of the L.A.K.E. Foundation. Phillips was one of the evening’s keynote speakers. Sonia Duggan/The Wylie News With a night filled with...