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FLOWER MOUND – Fourth-down defense and a solid rushing attack keyed the Marcus football team to a win Friday in Flower Mound.

Marcus holds off Pearce in final game before district play

In the District 3-5A Division II opener for both teams, Colleyville Heritage jumped out to an early 21-0 lead over The Colony football team and cruised to a 41-14 win at Tommy Briggs Stadium.

The Colony succumbs to stingy Heritage defense In the District 3-5A Division II opener for both teams, Colleyville Heritage jumped out to an early 21-0 lead over The Colony football team and cruised to a 41-14 win

Meeting for the first time in 25 years, the Celina football team had every reason to expect a hungry Gunter squad on Friday.

Big plays, shutdown defense fuel Celina's rout of Gunter

Lewisville can't get rolling, drops second straight

Lewisville can't get rolling, drops second straight LEWISVILLE—The Lewisville football team (1-2) gave up 501 yards of total offense in their 42-27 loss to Rockwall (2-1) at Max Goldsmith Stadium Friday night.

Lone Star and McKinney North squared off on Thursday in their 5-5A Division I district opener at The Ford Center at The Star.

Check out these photos from Lone Star's district-opening win over McKinney North

Horn had established the running game behind Rodney Franklin in the first two games, but came up on the short end both times.

Star Local Media High School Football Flower Mound Prep Sports Flower Mound scores last-minute stunner over Lake Highlands in coach's 100th win Chase Avants Star Local MediaUpdated 5 hrs ago

There's no shortage of noteworthy performances turned in by student-athletes around the area. Each week, Star Local Media's sports staff will recognize five student-athletes from their respective coverage areas as part of its 5-Star Spotlight.

Chase Avants' 5-Star Spotlight: Here are a few student-athletes who have shined around the area There's no shortage of noteworthy performances turned in by student-athletes around the area. Each week, Star Local Media's sports staff will recognize five student-athletes from their respective coverage areas as

There's no shortage of noteworthy performances turned in by student-athletes around the area. Each week, Star Local Media's sports staff will recognize five student-athletes from their respective coverage areas as part of its 5-Star Spotlight.

Devin Hasson's 5-Star Spotlight: Here are a few Frisco student-athletes who have shined around the area There's no shortage of noteworthy performances turned in by student-athletes around the area. Each week, Star Local Media's sports staff will recognize five student-athletes from their respective coverage areas as

There's no shortage of noteworthy performances turned in by student-athletes around the area. Each week, Star Local Media's sports staff will recognize five student-athletes from their respective coverage areas as part of its 5-Star Spotlight.

Matt Welch's 5-Star Spotlight: Here are a few student-athletes who have shined around the area There's no shortage of noteworthy performances turned in by student-athletes around the area. Each week, Star Local Media's sports staff will recognize five student-athletes from their respective coverage areas as

There's no shortage of noteworthy performances turned in by student-athletes around the area. Each week, Star Local Media's sports staff will recognize five student-athletes from their respective coverage areas as part of its 5-Star Spotlight.

Devin Hasson's 5-Star Spotlight: Here are a few Northeast Dallas County student-athletes who have shined around the area There's no shortage of noteworthy performances turned in by student-athletes around the area. Each week, Star Local Media's sports staff will recognize five student-athletes from their respective coverage areas as

Cosm has officially opened its doors at Grandscape, offering visitors a revolutionary way to experience sports, art, music, entertainment and education.

Cosm opens in Grandscape, changing the game for entertainment

Allen ISD is approaching 10 years of its Leadership Academy, where community members get to learn about how the district operates, from touring facilities to understanding how bond policy works.

Allen ISD Leadership Academy educates members on district operations

DALLAS—Flower Mound (3-0) sophomore quarterback Noah Spinks completed 21-of-32 pass attempts for 250 yards with two touchdowns, including the game-winning throw, to defeat Lake Highlands (1-2) 21-17 at Wildcat-Ram Stadium on Thursday night.

Flower Mound scores last-minute stunner over Lake Highlands in coach's 100th win DALLAS—Flower Mound (3-0) sophomore quarterback Noah Spinks completed 21-of-32 pass attempts for 250 yards with two touchdowns, including the game-winning throw, to defeat Lake Highlands (1-2) 21-17 at Wildcat-Ram Stadium

Didi’s Downtown will celebrate its sixth anniversary in downtown Frisco later this month.

Business Spotlight: Didi’s Downtown is all about community, family

On Sept. 5, Plano ISD announced the passing of former board of trustees member Mary Beth King.

Former Plano ISD board member remembered for service to her community

As Mesquite ISD sees population shifts in its schools, MISD Superintendent Angel Rivera sheds light on its open enrollment policy.

Mesquite ISD sheds light on enrollment policy

The formula for pulling an upset usually involves the underdog hanging around early, allowing them to build confidence, and if it is close at the end, anything can happen.

Early Onslaught: Lone Star rides big first quarter to win over McKinney North

While many teams still have another week—and a couple of more for a few—to prepare for the start of district play, the battle for the playoffs officially gets underway this week for North Mesquite and West Mesquite with the start of the 6-5A Divisio…

Off they go: Wranglers, Stallions jump into district season While many teams still have another week—and a couple of more for a few—to prepare for the start of district play, the battle for the playoffs officially gets underway this

After the Mesquite City Council adopted a resolution last week recognizing a 5,000 population increase between 2020 and 2024, City Manager Cliff Keheley spoke more in depth on what this increase means for the community.

Mesquite City Manager projects further growth over next 5 years After the Mesquite City Council adopted a resolution last week recognizing a 5,000 population increase between 2020 and 2024, City Manager Cliff Keheley spoke more in depth on what this

Allen residents are set to see a 6.45% increase in their tax bill after the Allen City Council adopted its 2024-25 fiscal year budget and tax rate.

City of Allen adopts new tax rate, budget

The city of Frisco debuted the new identity and brand for the Rail District Thursday, complete with the tagline, “Good to Be Here.”

Frisco unveils new brand for Rail District

World No. 9 Casper Ruud and defending Dallas Open champion, Tommy Paul, have committed to compete in the 2025 Dallas Open.

Top-10 player commits to 2025 Dallas Open in Frisco

As Allen Premium Outlets nears its quarter-century anniversary serving North Texas, it stands as more than just a shopping destination — it's a vital part of Allen's economic and social fabric. Since opening its doors in 2000, this Simon Properties …

Allen Premium Outlets fosters community engagement with signature events, support for local charities As Allen Premium Outlets nears its quarter-century anniversary serving North Texas, it stands as more than just a shopping destination — it's a vital part of Allen's economic and social

The Frisco Chamber of Commerce, through its charitable arm, the Frisco Chamber Foundation, announced its “Receipt Race” — an initiative aimed at supporting businesses in the Rail District during the downtown revitalization project currently under wa…

Frisco Chamber Foundation launches ‘Receipt Race’ to support Rail District businesses amid construction The Frisco Chamber of Commerce, through its charitable arm, the Frisco Chamber Foundation, announced its “Receipt Race” — an initiative aimed at supporting businesses in the Rail District during the

For the last 45 years, balloonists from states all around the globe have gathered in Plano to show off their balloons, meet other enthusiasts and share their love of colorful balloons with the community.

Plano Balloon Festival to take flight Sept. 19 For the last 45 years, balloonists from states all around the globe have gathered in Plano to show off their balloons, meet other enthusiasts and share their love of colorful

“We will never forget” were the words solemnly chanted in call and response at the city of Mesquite’s 9-11 memorial service held on a drizzly Sept. 11 morning.

Mesquite Mayor emphasizes unity, service and remembrance during 9-11 memorial ceremony

Celina City Council approved the budget for fiscal year 2024-25 as the city prepares for further growth over the next year.

Celina approves FY 24-25 budget: City projects population to eclipse 54,000

Located in the heart of Mesquite sits a long-standing salon and spa, Mystic Coiffures, offering a variety of services, from hair styling and coloring to massage therapy, as well as a small shop of hair products and more. Located at 213 West Main Str…

Mesquite salon and spa offers unique services, community support Located in the heart of Mesquite sits a long-standing salon and spa, Mystic Coiffures, offering a variety of services, from hair styling and coloring to massage therapy, as well as

The Friends of Little Elm Animal Shelter (FLEAS) has opened a new pet food pantry in partnership with the Little Elm Area Food Bank, aimed at easing the financial strain on pet owners in direct response to the growing number of pet surrenders due to…

Pet Food Pantry to open as resource to Little Elm community The Friends of Little Elm Animal Shelter (FLEAS) has opened a new pet food pantry in partnership with the Little Elm Area Food Bank, aimed at easing the financial strain