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What Realtors & Out-of-State Buyers Need to Know Before Closing If you’re helping clients relocate to Texas — or you’re moving here yourself — there’s one factor that can dramatically impact home insurance eligibility, coverage, and pricing: 👉 The age of the roof...
As our communities continue to grow, so does our opportunity to create spaces where everyone feels seen, valued, and included. One barrier we don’t always talk about openly, but many people experience every day, is ableism. And for many of us, it’s not a familiar...
Texas is quickly positioning itself at the center of the artificial intelligence revolution, with major investments, a booming data center industry, and groundbreaking projects like Stargate in Abilene. As AI continues to reshape industries from healthcare to energy,...
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There are speakers… and then there are experiences. This morning’s CEO Series featuring Uma Muthu, CEO of Sys Code Labs, delivered a thoughtful and engaging conversation around innovation, leadership, and the evolving role of technology in business. From the start,...
McKinney continues to grow. New businesses. New families. New opportunities. It’s one of the things that makes this community so special. But growth also brings an important question: Are we building a community where everyone feels like they belong? As a local...
1. Name of Business or Organization Community Impact News 2. Your location McKinney 3. Tell us about your business. (One paragraph) Community Impact delivers trusted, hyperlocal news to communities across Texas through print, digital, and email newsletters that keep...
The Eye & the Nazar Amulet: An Ancient Tradition Now Finding a Home in McKinney From the bazaars of Istanbul to Historic Downtown McKinney — the timeless story of nazar (the eye), one of the world's oldest protective symbols and the nazar amulet (the protection)...
Scent has a powerful way of shaping how we feel and what we remember. A familiar fragrance can instantly bring back a moment, change your mood, or make an experience feel more meaningful. This happens because scent is directly connected to the emotional part of the...
Suzani: The Ancient Embroidery Art That's Transforming McKinney Homes From the Silk Road to Historic Downtown McKinney—why this centuries-old textile tradition is having a major moment in modern interiors. When you run your fingers across a suzani pillow cover, you're...
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.
We’re starting to see something concerning in our industry: companies generating HVAC “repair photos” using AI. If a contractor has to create repair images instead of showing real job photos, it raises important questions: 1. Do they actually perform these types of...
What Realtors & Out-of-State Buyers Need to Know Before Closing If you’re helping clients relocate to Texas — or you’re moving here yourself — there’s one factor that can dramatically impact home insurance eligibility, coverage, and pricing: 👉 The age of the roof...
As our communities continue to grow, so does our opportunity to create spaces where everyone feels seen, valued, and included. One barrier we don’t always talk about openly, but many people experience every day, is ableism. And for many of us, it’s not a familiar...
At some point, most homeowners start thinking about what the future might look like. Can this home still work years from now? Or would it make more sense to move? It is not always a pressing decision. It often comes up in everyday moments. Climbing stairs. Keeping up...
You turned on the AI features because the vendor said it would save you time. And it probably has. Resumes get screened faster. Reports generate themselves. The system flags things before you even think to look. Efficiency feels like progress. But here is the question...
It was a beautiful morning on April 30, 2026, as the McKinney community gathered to celebrate the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of Burress Design Group at their new location on 6958 Mediterranean Drive McKinney, Texas 75072. The celebration began with an official...
1. Name of Business: McCutchan Advisory Services 2. Your location: McKinney, Tx 3. Tell us about your business: McCutchan Advisory is a boutique firm focused on delivering strategic tax solutions to help clients minimize both personal and business tax liabilities. We...
If you are starting to think about downsizing, you have probably come across the idea of 55+ communities. But are they actually a good fit for your next move? Here is what you need to know before you decide. What Is a 55+ Community? These communities are often...
If you ask most leaders what’s driving employee issues right now, you’ll get a pretty standard list. Performance, communication, engagement, maybe turnover. Those things are real, and they’re what show up in day-to-day conversations. What’s coming up more and more,...
E.S. Doty School has been selected by the Texas Historical Commission for an Undertold Marker, a significant step in preserving and elevating McKinney’s history. The designation ensures the school’s story will be formally recognized with a marker, expected to be...
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