Huffines Auto Dealerships are celebrating 100 years of being family-owned and operated in North Texas this year. J.L. Huffines Sr. opened the first auto dealership in Denton in May 1924. That was a Willy’s-Knight, Overland dealership which later became the maker of...
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#23 – Retiring, Unretiring, and Rediscovering Purpose
https://youtu.be/2YaODwlK7Vo When we think of retirement, images of tranquil beach walks, leisurely lunches, and newfound hobbies often fill our daydreams. But what if the reality of retirement doesn't align with the fantasy? Eric Blake, CFP® welcomes...
About Down Syndrome: Myths VS Reality
Dispelling the myths about individuals with Down Syndrome. By Linda A. Bonner. There are many misconceptions about people with Down Syndrome. These misconceptions are a result of many factors including: Information about the syndrome has changed dramatically...
McKinney Education Foundation awards over $800K in scholarships to MISD 2024 graduates
The McKinney Education Foundation awarded $825,150 in scholarships to McKinney ISD 2024 graduating seniors—the largest amount in the foundation’s history. The scholarships were awarded to 380 students and celebrated during the foundation's Scholarship Awards...
New hangar, US Customs facility to debut at McKinney National Airport
A new 40,000-square-foot hangar and a customs facility are coming to McKinney National Airport, according to a news release. The project is expected to break ground May 10, McKinney National Airport Director Ken Carley said. The details Two buildings will be...
THE SCIENCE BEHIND BRAIN BALANCE
Our Kids are Struggling: The Statistics If your child struggles with attention, behavior, or regulating their mood and emotions, you’re not alone. Rates of kids impacted by a developmental disorder are high, and continuing to climb. The Centers for Disease...
McKinney voters approve 4 out of 5 bond propositions
Updated 11 a.m. May 6 McKinney voters approved four out of five bond propositions on the May election ballot, according to unofficial results from Collin County Elections. The approved bond items total $449.5 million and are expected to fund a number of projects,...
Gov. Abbott directs TEA to ignore new Title IX protections for LGBTQ+ students
Gov. Greg Abbott directed the Texas Education Agency on April 29 to ignore new Title IX rules aimed at protecting LGBTQ+ students from discrimination. The Biden administration expanded Title IX—a 1972 nondiscrimination law—to prevent discrimination based on...
Ep. 22 – How to Secure Your Legacy
https://youtu.be/ZvrGhHGgTOU Episode 22 - How to Secure Your Legacy Do you know the difference between a will and a living trust? Worried about protecting your assets after you're gone? Dive into estate planning essentials on The Simply Retirement Podcast with host...
AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT – Garrett Moore
Name of Business: Lone Star Benefits Location: Frisco, TX Tell us about your business: We know that going out to the insurance market for you and implementing a health benefits program is only a fraction of what business owners need, and let’s be honest, any broker...
New From Parks
Learn about the brand new Kayak Launch at Towne Lake Park! Designed for people of all ages and abilities, this ramp allows first-timers and experienced users to get in and out of the water safely.
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McKinney leaders to pursue sponsorship extension for Byron Nelson golf tournament
McKinney City Council members are looking to extend the city’s sponsorship agreement for the CJ Cup Byron Nelson golf tournament by eight years, according to a May 7 work session meeting. The details The sponsorship agreement with the city ends...
Huffines Auto Dealerships celebrate century mark in the metroplex
Huffines Auto Dealerships are celebrating 100 years of being family-owned and operated in North Texas this year. J.L. Huffines Sr. opened the first auto dealership in Denton in May 1924. That was a Willy’s-Knight, Overland dealership which later became the maker of...
#23 – Retiring, Unretiring, and Rediscovering Purpose
When we think of retirement, images of tranquil beach walks, leisurely lunches, and newfound hobbies often fill our daydreams. But what if the reality of retirement doesn’t align with the fantasy?
About Down Syndrome: Myths VS Reality
Dispelling the myths about individuals with Down Syndrome. By Linda A. Bonner. There are many misconceptions about people with Down Syndrome. These misconceptions are a result of many factors including: Information about the syndrome has changed dramatically...
McKinney Education Foundation awards over $800K in scholarships to MISD 2024 graduates
The McKinney Education Foundation awarded $825,150 in scholarships to McKinney ISD 2024 graduating seniors—the largest amount in the foundation’s history. The scholarships were awarded to 380 students and celebrated during the foundation's Scholarship Awards...
New hangar, US Customs facility to debut at McKinney National Airport
A new 40,000-square-foot hangar and a customs facility are coming to McKinney National Airport, according to a news release. The project is expected to break ground May 10, McKinney National Airport Director Ken Carley said. The details Two buildings will be...
THE SCIENCE BEHIND BRAIN BALANCE
Our Kids are Struggling: The Statistics If your child struggles with attention, behavior, or regulating their mood and emotions, you’re not alone. Rates of kids impacted by a developmental disorder are high, and continuing to climb. The Centers for Disease...
McKinney voters approve 4 out of 5 bond propositions
Updated 11 a.m. May 6 McKinney voters approved four out of five bond propositions on the May election ballot, according to unofficial results from Collin County Elections. The approved bond items total $449.5 million and are expected to fund a number of projects,...
Gov. Abbott directs TEA to ignore new Title IX protections for LGBTQ+ students
Gov. Greg Abbott directed the Texas Education Agency on April 29 to ignore new Title IX rules aimed at protecting LGBTQ+ students from discrimination. The Biden administration expanded Title IX—a 1972 nondiscrimination law—to prevent discrimination based on...
AGT’s Dustin Tavella Headlines Fundraiser
Magician and Storyteller, Dustin Tavella, winner of Season 16 of America’s Got Talent, will headline “Hope Rising 2024” – the annual fundraiser benefiting CommonGood Medical (formerly Hope Clinic). All are invited to join the fun and support the clinic’s mission...
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