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New stores and services continue expanding in central, East McKinney

by Haeven Gibbons | Jun 1, 2026

Several new businesses have recently opened across central and East McKinney, adding more shopping and service options to the area. Highlights include Burlington, a national...

Texas estimates $174B needed to avoid future water crisis

by Haeven Gibbons | Jun 1, 2026

Texas officials released a draft state water plan projecting $174 billion in investments over the next 50 years to help prevent future water shortages and prepare for severe...

Updated projections show McKinney ISD facing nearly $4M budget shortfall

by Haeven Gibbons | Jun 1, 2026

Updated budget estimates show McKinney ISD expects a nearly $4 million budget shortfall for FY 2026–27, driven in part by slower property value growth. Certified estimates show...

McKinney Roots breaks ground on expanded community farm

by Haeven Gibbons | Jun 1, 2026

McKinney Roots has broken ground on a new community farm at Gray Branch Parkland, where it plans to expand food production and educational programming. The future site will...

Leadership McKinney Class of 2026 Honored at Graduation Celebration

by Haeven Gibbons | May 29, 2026

The McKinney Chamber of Commerce proudly celebrated the graduation of the Leadership McKinney Class of 2026, presented by Title Sponsor James Jenkins with RiskWell, with...

Her Story, Our Community – Denise Steller

by Jordin Tate | May 28, 2026

Denise Steller came to the McKinney community 10 years ago not knowing a single person in the city — until she started at First United Bank. She quickly discovered how warm and...

Ambassador spotlight- Michael Montes

by Haeven Gibbons | May 28, 2026

Name of your business: RoofHero, Les Pour Bartending Location: McKinney (for both) Tell us about your business. Roofhero is a woman owned family business established in...

VA Loan Benefits Many Veterans Overlook

by Vesta Schneider | May 28, 2026

What Many Veterans Don’t Realize About VA Home Loans A recent survey from NewDay USA found that nearly half of Veterans believe owning a home is out of reach right now. But for...

Texas dominates population growth with 8 of nation’s fastest-growing cities

by Haeven Gibbons | May 25, 2026

Eight Texas cities ranked among the nation’s fastest-growing in 2025, according to new census data. Celina led the country with 24.6% growth, reflecting continued population...

New senior housing and commercial space proposed near US 380

by Haeven Gibbons | May 25, 2026

McKinney City Council approved zoning for a proposed 222-unit senior housing community north of US 380 near Lake Forest Drive. The Forest View Senior Housing development would...

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New stores and services continue expanding in central, East McKinney

by Haeven Gibbons | Jun 1, 2026

Several new businesses have recently opened across central and East McKinney, adding more shopping and service options to the area. Highlights include Burlington, a national department store offering apparel and home goods; Elite Outlet Store, featuring discounted...

Texas estimates $174B needed to avoid future water crisis

by Haeven Gibbons | Jun 1, 2026

Texas officials released a draft state water plan projecting $174 billion in investments over the next 50 years to help prevent future water shortages and prepare for severe drought conditions. The proposal includes 3,000 water projects and 6,700 strategies to expand...

Updated projections show McKinney ISD facing nearly $4M budget shortfall

by Haeven Gibbons | Jun 1, 2026

Updated budget estimates show McKinney ISD expects a nearly $4 million budget shortfall for FY 2026–27, driven in part by slower property value growth. Certified estimates show local property values increased 2.75%, below the district’s projected 4% growth rate and...

McKinney Roots breaks ground on expanded community farm

by Haeven Gibbons | Jun 1, 2026

McKinney Roots has broken ground on a new community farm at Gray Branch Parkland, where it plans to expand food production and educational programming. The future site will include a 200-tree orchard, hydroponic greenhouse, community center and expanded chicken flock...

Leadership McKinney Class of 2026 Honored at Graduation Celebration

by Haeven Gibbons | May 29, 2026

The McKinney Chamber of Commerce proudly celebrated the graduation of the Leadership McKinney Class of 2026, presented by Title Sponsor James Jenkins with RiskWell, with Graduation Sponsor Encore Wire and Reception Sponsor Commercial Bank of Texas. Leadership McKinney...

Her Story, Our Community – Denise Steller

by Jordin Tate | May 28, 2026

Denise Steller came to the McKinney community 10 years ago not knowing a single person in the city — until she started at First United Bank. She quickly discovered how warm and inviting the community was and was welcomed by many wonderful women, including Barb Delk,...

Ambassador spotlight- Michael Montes

by Haeven Gibbons | May 28, 2026

Name of your business: RoofHero, Les Pour Bartending Location: McKinney (for both) Tell us about your business. Roofhero is a woman owned family business established in 2013. Founded by Catherine Brenneman, RoofHero provides honest roof evaluations and targeted...

VA Loan Benefits Many Veterans Overlook

by Vesta Schneider | May 28, 2026

What Many Veterans Don’t Realize About VA Home Loans A recent survey from NewDay USA found that nearly half of Veterans believe owning a home is out of reach right now. But for many, that may not actually be the case. VA home loans have been helping Veterans become...

Texas dominates population growth with 8 of nation’s fastest-growing cities

by Haeven Gibbons | May 25, 2026

Eight Texas cities ranked among the nation’s fastest-growing in 2025, according to new census data. Celina led the country with 24.6% growth, reflecting continued population gains in smaller cities surrounding major metro areas. While Texas added more residents than...

New senior housing and commercial space proposed near US 380

by Haeven Gibbons | May 25, 2026

McKinney City Council approved zoning for a proposed 222-unit senior housing community north of US 380 near Lake Forest Drive. The Forest View Senior Housing development would span nearly 10.5 acres and include three residential buildings plus about 7,850 square feet...

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