Fast Find Directories: The Colony News

Debate set for District 26 race

Accusations were flying this week as the race for House of Representatives District 26 heats up.
Posted on 3 September 2010 | 1:57 pm

LISD gets look at end-of-course assessments

Lewisville ISD has gotten a glimpse of how its students could fare once the end-of-course (EOC) assessments become a graduation requirement next year.
Posted on 3 September 2010 | 1:39 pm

Pirate Days lineup taking shape

With Pirate Days a little more than a month away, event organizers are busy making final arrangements for this years event. Pirate Days of Texas Treasurer Lynn Genung updated the city council on the festivals progress at a recent council meeting.
Posted on 1 September 2010 | 3:24 pm

City hosting urban wildlife conference

Incidents of encounters with urban wildlife are well-documented in The Colony. From bobcats to bats, the citys proximity to Lewisville Lake ensures residents and wild animals are likely to cross paths with some frequency.
Posted on 1 September 2010 | 3:24 pm

Man murdered at Hidden Cove (update)

A woman from Irving has been charged with murder following a stabbing incident at Hidden Cove Park in The Colony on Thursday.
Posted on 30 August 2010 | 1:53 pm

Non-profit pediatric facility receives $141K in grants

PediPlace, a pediatric non-profit healthcare organization based in Lewisville and serving The Colony, recently received two grants totaling $141,000.
Posted on 27 August 2010 | 10:21 am

Around The Colony

Round-up of events and news briefs from around town, including preparations for Veterans Day, an ABWA Trivia Night and auditions for the next The Colony Playhouse production.
Posted on 27 August 2010 | 10:14 am

BBB warns of mystery charges

Mysterious charges of about $65 to $68 from iEarn LLC are turning up on credit card and bank accounts across the United States, according to recent complaints to the Better Business Bureau.
Posted on 27 August 2010 | 10:12 am

Burgess breaks down key issues

Earlier this month, U.S. Congressman Michael Burgess (R-TX 26) spent the week in Lewisville to attend a series of town hall meetings around the region. On Aug. 16, the incumbent candidate sat down with Star Community Newspapers to discuss a variety of topics:
Posted on 25 August 2010 | 5:05 pm

PD bids farewell to Sgt. Slack

One of the citys most recognizable faces is leaving town. The Colony Police Departments Community Resource Officer Sgt. Jim Slack is relocating to Houston, and Thursday is his last day with the department. Officer Keli Hunt will be taking over in his stead.
Posted on 25 August 2010 | 5:03 pm

Stadium lights under repair

Based on engineering recommendations, Lewisville ISD has delayed the opening of Tommy Briggs Stadium at The Colony High School in order to make adjustments to one of the 70-foot light poles such that it can withstand winds up to 90 mph.
Posted on 25 August 2010 | 4:58 pm

Father, son reunite in Afghanistan

GHAZNI, Afghanistan U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Marc Seal of The Colony, returned from a five-day journey Aug. 13 that started at Forward Operating Base Ghazni, where he is an Infantry squad leader assigned to the Texas Agribusiness Development Team, a unit from the Texas National Guard.
Posted on 24 August 2010 | 11:54 am

Emergency lane closure on Main Street

According to a release from the city, one of the northbound lanes between Memorial Drive and Ridgepointe/Cougar Alley "heaved" overnight, creating dangerous conditions where some vehicles may drag on the raised pavement.
Posted on 20 August 2010 | 9:18 am

Budget talks stay front and center

Debate continued on Tuesday regarding the citys 2010-11 budget and tax rate. The Colony City Council opened a public hearing on the budget, which is scheduled to continue through the next two council meetings until Sept. 21 when the budget is approved.
Posted on 18 August 2010 | 3:51 pm

CVB earns kudos for website

In less than a years time, The Colony Convention and Visitors Bureau has grown from a start-up outfit to an established marketing arm of the city, capable of producing award-winning work.
Posted on 17 August 2010 | 2:14 pm

Durrance calls for open communication in Washington

The Democratic candidate for U.S. House of Representatives District 26 promised to open the lines of communication if elected in November.
Posted on 14 August 2010 | 3:17 pm

Peters Colony: New and improved

The newly reconstructed version of Peters Colony Elementary School will be up and running for the coming semester.
Posted on 11 August 2010 | 3:47 pm

LISD proceeds with superintendent search

The Lewisville ISD Board of Trustees took its first step Monday in finding a replacement for Superintendent Dr. Jerry Roy.
Posted on 10 August 2010 | 1:17 pm

Police defuse bomb in Austin Ranch

At about 5:40 p.m. Saturday, The Colony Police Department responded to a welfare concern at an apartment in the 5900 block of Saintsbury Drive in Austin Ranch.
Posted on 9 August 2010 | 2:25 pm

Utility upgrades could trump towers

At last week's The Colony City Council meeting, council members spoke briefly addressing issues related to Farm-to-Market Road 423 construction.
Posted on 9 August 2010 | 12:22 pm

Council debates tax cut

Facing a reduction in property tax revenue for the next fiscal year, The Colony City Council is crunching the numbers as it prepares to approve the 2010-11 budget.
Posted on 4 August 2010 | 3:38 pm

Inside National Night Out

If the mood on the street at last nights block parties was any indication, this years National Night Out in The Colony was a success.
Posted on 4 August 2010 | 3:38 pm

Police seek hit-and-run suspect

The Colony Police Department is investigating a hit-and-run accident in which a cyclist from Plano was critically injured.
Posted on 30 July 2010 | 2:46 pm

LISD adopts budget, approves pay increase

The Lewisville ISD Board of Trustees approved its budget for the 2010-11 school year Thursday, as well as a pay increase for many of its employees.
Posted on 30 July 2010 | 2:18 pm

Drivers reminded of cell phone laws

With students returning to school Aug. 23, drivers will face strict enforcement of laws prohibiting cell phone use in school zones, according to The Colony Police Department.
Posted on 15 July 2010 | 10:59 am

Residents brace for North Colony construction

While the city as a whole eagerly anticipates the widening of Main Street, another sizeable project will soon be under way as dirt starts flying on North Colony Boulevard in less than two months.
Posted on 16 June 2010 | 4:56 pm

Chamber of commerce cutting costs

Citing economic struggles and the development of new business technologies, The Colony Chamber of Commerce board of directors has made the decision to downsize the organization in order to both boost business and create a stronger chamber.
Posted on 16 June 2010 | 4:41 pm

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