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After years of hope and delays, there has been a ceremonial start to construction at Princeton Town Center, a 66-acre retail complex on the northwest corner of Beauchamp Boulevard and U.S. Highway 380.“I want to thank Kroger for investing in our community and the...
After years of hope and delays, there has been a ceremonial start to construction at Princeton Town Center, a 66-acre retail complex on the northwest corner of Beauchamp Boulevard and U.S. Highway 380. “All their infrastructure has been approved,” Shai Roos,...
Five new portraits were installed June 29 in the Hall of Heroes at the Collin County Courthouse. Farmersville native Pharmacist Mate 1st Class Billy Bain Honaker, pictured second from left, was among those honored. He was declared missing in action after the USS...
City officials have proposed a broad increase in development, permitting and fire-prevention fees, arguing that rapid growth and more complicated projects are leaving existing taxpayers to subsidize services primarily used by private developers. The proposed fee...
The city, Princeton-Lowry Crossing Chamber of Commerce and Community Waste Disposal are honored for the Re-Mix Paint Program Monday, July 13. From left, Cheneda Samuel, Princeton-Lowry Crossing Chamber of Commerce ambassador; Leisa Bradley, Chamber administrative...
Sports
Jao Brown instructs campers on a drill at the Princeton Boys Youth Basketball Camp. Photo by David Wolman / C&S Media By David Wolman [email protected] Princeton head boys basketball coach Eric Lockman wants to get as many kids as possible in Princeton and...
Daniel Luster helped lead the Princeton football team to a 6-4 record for its first winning season since 2015. Photo by Jerry Winfrey / C&S Media By David Wolman [email protected] Princeton held its own during its second year in Class 6A, highlighted by...
Princeton senior Elijah Luster releases a one-handed jump shot against A&M Consolidated at the TABC Boys Basketball Showcase in Mansfield. Photo by David Wolman / C&S Media By David Wolman [email protected] The difference between the Princeton boys...
Campers at the Princeton High School hurdles and speed camp pose for pictures with Panthers head coach Michael Wellington (third from left). Photo courtesy Michael Wellington By David Wolman [email protected] One of the favorite events on the yearly schedule for...
Princeton's Addyson Smith captured fifth place at 190 pounds at the Class 6A state wrestling tournament. Photo by Jerry Winfrey / C&S Media By David Wolman [email protected] The Class of 2026 at Princeton High School has competed in two different...
Education
Overall, Collin County high school students are mostly doing better on statewide tests, according to the Spring 2026 State of Texas. Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) results released by the Texas Education Agency (TEA). The End-of-Course (EOC)...
Princeton ISD Superintendent Donald McIntyre says that when doing a budget, the district prefers to under-project revenue and over-project expenses. “That's the most conservative way to make sure at the end we're okay,” he said as PISD trustees got their first...
Once again, Princeton ISD will be part of the national summer meals program. All children, 18 years and younger, are eligible for free summer meals, but all meals must be consumed on-site and cannot be taken off campus. Meals will be served weekdays through Friday,...
The PISD funded a teacher proposal to purchase classroom Chromebooks. Courtesy Photo Princeton ISD once again rewarded innovative ideas by funding grants through teacher proposals. Recipients were announced during an end-of-year ceremony. In the fall, 11 teachers will...
Princeton Senior High School graduates celebrate the conclusion of commencement exercises by throwing maroon and white streamers instead of the traditional cap toss Thursday, May 21, at the CUTX event center as the Class of 2026 officially closes one chapter and...
Life & Style
Few things are as delicious and refreshing as watermelon on a warm day. Watermelon grows quite readily in summer and is often ready to pick after three months of growing time. Harvesters look for a pale buttery yellow spot on the bottom of watermelon (the ground...
The rusted water tower is one of the last visible reminders of the Princeton POW Camp, which briefly housed German prisoners of war during World War II. The Stories Collin County Forgot to Notice Every time I drive through Princeton, I pass the same brown sign. You...
How misinformation may be undermining cancer prevention Photo courtesy of Shutterstock Despite its wide recognition as an effective tool for skin cancer prevention, many Americans still say they aren’t sure how sunscreen works. In fact, confusion about its use and...
By Carrie Dunlea Surrounded by mountain landscapes and natural beauty, mountain retreats in the United States offer an idyllic escape for those who seek solitude and a peaceful getaway. From the rolling hills of the Appalachians to the majestic Rockies, these...
Are you tired of the heat and ready to abandon the concrete jungle for a few days with your family? Fill up your car, pack up your kids and check out some of the great state and national parks located in Arkansas. The state’s natural beauty and its history are a...
Opinion
Columnist John Moore still listens to vinyl on the types of stereos on which he grew up. Photo: John Moore By John Moore | TheCountryWriter.com Transistor radios were a breakthrough in entertainment. Especially for young people. When they debuted in the...
Columnist John Moore still writes letters. His latest went to his mom while she was on vacation. Photo: John Moore By John Moore | TheCountryWriter.com When I was about 10, I wrote a letter to my aunt, who lived in Oklahoma. I’d never written a letter to anyone...
Suggested photo cutline: Columnist John Moore still isn’t allowed to use the good towels. His is behind the bathroom door. Photo: John Moore As a kid, I was fairly certain I’d never get any couth. I wasn’t sure what couth was, but it seemed to be important to my...
Columnist John Moore is offering to teach anyone who's visiting the US how to eat biscuits and gravy. Photo John Moore By John Moore | TheCountryWriter.com I’m not much on soccer, but it seems the rest of the world is. As I write this, America is covered up...
Columnist John Moore still has and uses the radio that kept him, his cousin, and best friend company during the summer of the 1976 American Bicentennial celebrations. Photo John Moore By John Moore | TheCountryWriter.com Author’s note: This week’s column was...
