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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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...
McKinney ISD officials OK $6.5M investment in safety, security upgrades
McKinney ISD leaders have approved security system refreshes for the district's high schools and stadium. The district’s board of trustees approved a $6.55 million purchase of physical security upgrades through bond funds April 22. District leaders have explored...
McKinney Voters to Decide on $485.5 Million Bond Propositions: What You Need to Know
Your voice matters! As a valued member of our community, we invite you to participate in the upcoming May 4 election where McKinney voters will have the opportunity to shape the future of our city. What's on the Ballot? You'll be considering five bond propositions...
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Things You Can Do to Keep McKinney Looking Beautiful
We all play a role in making the city of McKinney a clean and great place to live. The City of McKinney is offering a variety of steps everyone can take to be a good neighbor. “We have these guidelines in place for the health, safety and welfare of you and your...
Support Children’s Health℠ on North Texas Giving Day
You are invited to join thousands of generous supporters across the area for North Texas Giving Day 2022. Giving opens on Sept. 1 and continues until Sept. 22. By choosing Children's Health on North Texas Giving Day, you are helping us fund...
What a Drowning Prevention Specialist Wants Parents to Know
It's easy to think that drowning can't happen to you, but the statistics say otherwise. Drowning is a serious risk to children. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, drowning is the single leading cause of death among children ages 1 to 4 after congenital...
7 Firework Safety Tips for Parents During Fourth of July Weekend
For many, the Fourth of July holiday is a highlight of summer – and fireworks are often part of the day's festivities. Because of how common they are, many parents may think at-home fireworks are harmless for their children, but that is unfortunately not true. More...
Prevent Childhood Drownings with Tips Sent Straight to Your Phone
Summer is here, and it’s more important than ever to keep water safety top of mind. Did you know that drowning is the leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 4 in the United States? Whether you have a backyard pool, a hot tub or take your child elsewhere...
How to Plan for a Successful Summer
Are you ready for when that final school bell rings? With a little planning and creativity, your summer can be stress-free and tons of fun for your child. Use these ideas to plan a successful summer.Maintain StructureWhile all kids can benefit from routine and...
This McKinney Tutor can Help Your Kids Not Suffer from the Summer Slide
A student could lose as much as three months’ worth of knowledge over the summer if they don’t have some form of learning around them.The Summer Slide is a very real thing, and it’s one of the reasons more parents are investing in tutoring over those...
Alarming Increase in Drownings at Cook Children’s for 2022
So far this year, there have been 12 drowning cases at Cook Children's, two of which were fatal. Cook Children’s has seen 12 drownings, two of them fatal, since the beginning of the year, starting 2022 off at an alarming pace for drownings even before...
McKinney Camps That your Kids will Love
Kids summer camps are a staple for many families. McKinney offers many affordable and quality options for families looking for summer activities for the children. This list was put together with the assistance of CheckOut DFW's expert, Realtor Kelly...
Dog Days of Summer
The dog days of summer have arrived. During the summer, heat advisories are common in North Texas. Meaning, heat exhaustion or heat stroke can quickly occur to anyone participating in outdoor activities. It is dangerous for any critter wearing a coat to be...
In the Spotlight
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...
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...
Pagoda Asian Grill to open in McKinney
Pagoda Asian Grill, a new concept from P.F. Chang’s, is coming soon to McKinney. The restaurant will serve bowls, which feature a base of jasmine rice, fried rice, lo mein or garden greens and a main dish, or plates, which feature a base and two main dishes. Main...
Empowering Families: Teaching Independent Living Skills to Children with Down Syndrome and Other Disabilities
Using Modification, Adaptation, Environment, & Redirection. By: Linda Bonner What are independent living skills? Also known as Activities of Daily Living (ADL’s), these are the skills that every person utilizes on a daily basis to live on their own. This...
McKinney ISD officials OK $6.5M investment in safety, security upgrades
McKinney ISD leaders have approved security system refreshes for the district's high schools and stadium. The district’s board of trustees approved a $6.55 million purchase of physical security upgrades through bond funds April 22. District leaders have explored...
McKinney Voters to Decide on $485.5 Million Bond Propositions: What You Need to Know
Your voice matters! As a valued member of our community, we invite you to participate in the upcoming May 4 election where McKinney voters will have the opportunity to shape the future of our city. What's on the Ballot? You'll be considering five bond propositions...
Open house provides insight, update on downtown McKinney redevelopment project
A project to bring a hotel, multifamily units and other uses to a site that will be redeveloped in downtown McKinney is moving forward. City staff, residents, project representatives and local business owners gathered at the McKinney Performing Arts Center for...
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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...
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...
Pagoda Asian Grill to open in McKinney
Pagoda Asian Grill, a new concept from P.F. Chang’s, is coming soon to McKinney. The restaurant will serve bowls, which feature a base of jasmine rice, fried rice, lo mein or garden greens and a main dish, or plates, which feature a base and two main dishes. Main...
Empowering Families: Teaching Independent Living Skills to Children with Down Syndrome and Other Disabilities
Using Modification, Adaptation, Environment, & Redirection. By: Linda Bonner What are independent living skills? Also known as Activities of Daily Living (ADL’s), these are the skills that every person utilizes on a daily basis to live on their own. This...
McKinney ISD officials OK $6.5M investment in safety, security upgrades
McKinney ISD leaders have approved security system refreshes for the district's high schools and stadium. The district’s board of trustees approved a $6.55 million purchase of physical security upgrades through bond funds April 22. District leaders have explored...