Monthly Archives: May 2016
The ‘Scarlet Letter’ on your neighborhood school
By Kristi Hassett
Make Education a Priority Ambassador
If your child’s school had a performance rating of B on their marquee, would you assume that at...
Texas sales tax holiday for water-efficient and ENERGY STAR® products this weekend
SUBMITTED REPORT
(AUSTIN) — Texas families can save on the purchase of certain water-efficient and water-conserving products and energy-efficient appliances during the state’s new Water-Efficient...
Fitch and S&P affirm City’s “AAA” ratings; citizens can invest in bonds
SUBMITTED REPORT
Fitch and Standard & Poor’s have both affirmed the City of Lewisville’s “AAA” ratings on its general obligation debt and its water and...
City employees receive Maurice Strickland Award for outstanding performance
SUBMITTED REPORT
Internal Services Manager Francis Mascarenhas and Officer Aaron Sherwood are the recipients of the 2016 Maurice Strickland Award. Employees who receive this award...
Fishing is good, but finding a boat ramp may be a challenge
By DAN EAKIN
The flooding has done little to change the amount of fish one may catch on any given day. A greater challenge for...
Pets of the week: 5/28/2016
MAX
Sex: male
Breed: Chihuahua
Age: 5-7 years
Weight: 9 pounds
Hi, I am Max and I am one friendly little chiweenie-type dog. Everyone loves me, including kids and...
Opinion: Toll of war continues long after hostilities stop
By Vince Liebowitz
This weekend, they will talk about how Memorial Day is for those who lost their lives in combat, and how Veteran's Day...
Food Reviews: Street Taco
By Philip Moulard
pjmoulard@LewisvilleTexan.com
Street Taco (1191 Valley Ridge Blvd.) is a locally owned and operated taqueria that takes pride in its authentic approach to the...
Huffines MS students plant trees, enjoy school day at L.L. Woods Park
Staff Reports
Students from Lewisville’s Huffines Middle School spent Tuesday at L.L. Woods Park, planting trees and engaging in outdoor learning.
Seventh grade math teacher Jennifer...
Memorial Day Events
“All gave some; some gave all.”
This weekend, remember the sacrifices of those who have given their lives in service to our nation.
By STEVE...
