Murphy, Texas

Baldwin keeps mayor’s seat Incumbent trounces former city manager MURPHY (May 15, 2008) - The race for mayor, Place 3 and Place 5 were all won by a majority of 75 percent of the vote or more. Read full story >>

Tearful conclusion
There was crying aplenty following the Plano East Lady Panthers’ 6-0 loss to Mesquite in the regional quarterfinals,
a defeat that eliminated them from the playoffs. Here, senior Nicki Duff (right) is comforted by teammate Alyssa Jones. The contest was the last in an East uniform for Duff and three other PESH seniors.

Property tax appraisal protest deadline looms MURPHY (May 15, 2008) - The preliminary estimate of taxable property in Murphy is almost $1.4 billion, Collin County Tax Appraiser Jimmy Honea announced earlier this month. Read full story >>

PDs, sheriff join to help track sex offenders
MURPHY (May 15, 2008) - Several Collin County law enforcement agencies, including the Wylie PD, have joined forces to make available a sex offender registry that is accessible by any concerned parent or homeowner. Read full story >>

Williams High educator named district teacher of year MURPHY (May 15, 2008) - Williams High School teacher Amber Evans has been selected Plano ISD secondary teacher of the year. Read full story >>