January is School Board Recognition Month (Wylie ISD) January is School Board Recognition Month and Wylie ISD is taking this opportunity to thank these local leaders for devoting time to support public education and serve our local schools. Texans benefit every day from the tireless work and countless hours dedicated by a group of more […]
Wylie ISD contributed more than 50,000 food items to the Wylie Christian Care Center this Thanksgiving. The AFJROTC cadets at Wylie High and Wylie East collected the items from all 19 campuses and the transportation center on November 16 and 17, and delivered them to the care center’s new warehouse located on Ballard Street. Representing […]
(Collin County) InSync Wildlife Rescue and Education Center, located at 3430 Skyview Drive in Wylie, has earned accreditation as a member of the American Sanctuary Association, as well as the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries. This honor is a testament to the high quality of care and shelter that the center provides to the 59 […]
I can’t think of a time that I’ve sat down for supper at Meats & Sweets in Lavon that a fellow diner hasn’t overheard my menu order and asked, “Have you eaten here before?” That’s because I’m usually engaged in a debate with my family about whether or not we should split the chicken fried steak dinner. “It’s big enough to […]
The Wylie ISD Transportation Department is accepting applications for bus drivers. Interested individuals may click here to complete an application or contact Ed Ostrander at 972-429-2305. Commercial Drivers Licenses are preferred, but the department will train qualified applicants for CDLs. To submit your news and events, email editor@BlueRibbonNews.com.
The Wylie ISD recently announced the 2011-23 Campus Teachers of the Year during a surprise luncheon held in their honor. Winners were selected and voted on by their campus peers. Winners will be honored by the community at the 34th Annual Chamber of Commerce Banquet on Saturday, Jan. 28, 2012. The district will also reveal its Elementary […]
Enjoy these images captured by Blue Ribbon News and other contributors during the Children’s Medical Center Christmas Parade, presented by Capital One Bank and Pizza Hut on Dec. 3 in downtown Dallas. The Wylie East Sapphires and the Wylie High Pacesetters joined together to march with the Rowdy and the Dallas Cowboys float. Sapphires director […]
(Wylie) In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue and Education Center is thrilled to announce that the santuary won $25,000 from Chase Bank’s Community Giving Program. The initiative enabled Chase to award about $3 million to 100 local charities across the country as voted on by Facebook users. “Thanks to the continued support of In-Sync’s friends, families, and fans, […]
(Wylie) In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue and Education Center invites everyone to experience the season in a unique and festive way. Now through Friday, Dec. 23, visitors can experience “Christmas with the Cats” during the sanctuary’s extended hours. “Watching lions, tigers, cheetahs, and other big cats is always a special treat, but now you can also watch […]
(Plano/Wylie) In-Sync Exotics Wildlife Rescue and Education Center will host its third annual Tiger Trot on Saturday, Nov. 19 at Oak Point Amphitheater, 2801 E. Spring Creek Parkway in Plano. The one-mile walk (dogs welcome) and 5K Fun Run is hosted in memory of In-Sync’s many rescued exotic cats that have “crossed the Rainbow Bridge.” The […]