The Penske Chronicles, Day 7
January 1, 2026, Plano- Yes, I am at new Home Base. Purposefully driving from Memphis, TX, by memory, I got here in time to go with Aram and unload the moving van at a storage facility in the area. That turned out to be an adventure in itself. First, we...
Frisco ISD Expands Course Options With New Offerings
S tudents planning for the 2026–27 school year in Frisco Independent School District will have more academic choices than ever, thanks to new course offerings and expanded flexible learning options through the Frisco Flex program. According to the district , the updates are designed to give students greater control...
Rockwall County Sheriff’s Office launches drone as First Responder Program
ROCKWALL, TX (Jan. 2, 2026) The Rockwall County Sheriff’s Office has introduced an innovative Drone as a First Responder (DFR) program, marking a major advancement in public safety technology. This initiative positions Rockwall County among a select group of Texas law enforcement agencies operating under a special...
2025 In Review: The Stories That Defined North Texas
From magical experiences to major milestones, 2025 kept North Texas on its toes. Our readers followed every twist, turn and surprise the year had to offer. It wasn’t just about celebrations and wins; it was a year defined by change, reinvention and moments that captured the imagination. Across these stories — fun,...
City balances growth, governance in busy year
Terri O’Neal, Animal Services Supervisor, led the shelter team for 18 years until her 2025 retirement. Sachse City Council spent the past year addressing the evolving needs of a maturing city, balancing infrastructure demands, public safety priorities and fiscal responsibility while responding to resident concerns...
Councilmembers re-elected, new home for veterans tribute
Portions of the $23 million in funding approved in 2025 by city council included repairs to McMillen Road. Murphy closed out 2025 with steady leadership at City Hall, major investments approved for infrastructure and public safety, and long-planned projects — including a permanent home for the city’s Veterans Tribute...
McKinney woman turns to exercise to cope with grief during the holidays
A North Texas woman says exercise and therapy helped her reclaim her life after the deaths of two siblings left her grappling with grief during the holidays.
Wylie, Garland ISDs navigate change, new challenges
Sewell Elementary was one of many GISD schools to receive Education Foundation grants. Sachse families are uniquely served by two public school districts — Wylie ISD and Garland ISD — and over the past year, both navigated growth, financial pressures, leadership decisions and notable campus achievements. While...
2 killed, one injured in crash on Highway 380 in Hunt County
The third victim was flown to a hospital in stable condition as investigators work to determine what caused the crash.
Improperly disposed fireworks caused 2-alarm house fire in North Texas
Improper disposal of fireworks ignited a house fire on New Year's Day in Plano, officials said.

















