The Murphy Monitor

09/25/2025

Murphy City Council is considering a new location for the long-awaited 🇺🇸 Veterans Tribute. Originally planned for Central Park, the tribute could now be placed near the City Hall complex, with hopes it will become not just a monument, but a gathering space to honor veterans, educate students, and remember the sacrifices of service members and their families.
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09/25/2025

09/24/2025

The skies over Oak Point Park were filled with color last weekend as thousands came out for the 46th Plano Balloon Festival. 🎈
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09/23/2025

🎉 Breaking News in Wylie ISD! 📚✨
Kim Spicer has been named the Lone Finalist for superintendent — and is set to become the first female superintendent in the district’s 125-year history! 🙌👩‍🏫
A leader in learning, Spicer has helped Wylie ISD shine with top ratings and a culture of excellence. 🌟💼🎓

09/20/2025

Plano East had flashes of brilliance, but three turnovers, including two that were returned for touchdowns, lifts Plano West.

Plano East freshman Treyce Seldon finished with 178 rushing yards and one touchdown in the Panthers' 42-32 loss to Plano West on Friday. Photo by Andy Redmond / C&S Media By Seth Dowdle [email protected] Plano East couldn’t overcome three costly turnovers and fell 42-32 to rival Plano West o...

09/18/2025

🎡✨ Big Tex is back! The State Fair of Texas is here with all the food, fun, and traditions we love. From rides and concerts to the latest fried creations, there’s something for everyone at Fair Park in Dallas. 🌟
Find the full story and prize-winning recipes in the Life & Style section of this week’s paper! 📰

09/18/2025

The Murphy City Council agreed Tuesday, Sept. 16, to a negotiated increase in natural gas prices, both the monthly base charge and the commodity charges based on consumption.Council also adopted the proposed city budget for Fiscal Year 2026, up 10% to $63.1 million, and set the property tax rate at....

09/18/2025

✨ A night of global flavors, culture and compassion is happening next month! Hope’s Gate will host its 6th annual Hope Under the Stars gala Oct. 11 — raising funds for scholarships that change lives in the U.S. and abroad. 🌍💛
Read more about the upcoming fundraiser in this week’s Murphy Monitor ! 📰

09/18/2025

🚁 Dinner is dropping in Wylie and Murphy is expected to join the list before the end of the year! Flytrex drones are now delivering meals from local restaurants straight to your driveway or backyard in just minutes. 🍔🍕 Read more about this high-flying new service in this week’s Murphy Monitor!