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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McKinney Voters to Decide on $485.5 Million Bond Propositions: What You Need to Know
In McKinney, voters will have the opportunity to weigh in on five bond propositions totaling $485.5 million in the upcoming May 4 election. Important Dates April 22: Start of early voting April 23: Deadline for requesting a mail-in ballot April 30: End of early voting...
Cornerstone Ranch (A Special Needs Community) Ranchers Honored as the 2024 Volunteer Group ofthe Year
McKINNEY, Texas — In a significant acknowledgment of their unwavering dedication and contributions tothe community, the Ranchers at Cornerstone Ranch have been named the 2024 Volunteer Group of the Year byVolunteer McKinney. This prestigious award celebrates their...
Update! McKinney City Council approves development agreement with Notes Live for 20,000-seat flagship outdoor music venue
McKINNEY, Texas (April 16, 2024) – The McKinney City Council has approved a development agreement with Notes Live to develop a 20,000-seat open-air amphitheater on 46 acres at the northeast corner of U.S. 75 and S.H. 121. This project – called the Sunset Amphitheater...
A New Resource for Families of Children with Down Syndrome: Blessed with Extraordinary
International Best Seller Provides a Tool Kit, Roadmap and Support for Families and their Extraordinary Children. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 15, 2024 Contact: Linda Bonner Email: blessedwithextraordinary@gmail.com Website:...
Neighborhood Access and Equity Grant Program Awards NCTCOG $80 Million
3/13/2024 Money to be used to reconnect communities and address historical inequities Carli BaylorBrian WilsonPRESS RELEASE (Arlington, TEXAS) – In partnership with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG)...
The Pawsome Guide to Pet Toys
Pet sitters and dog lovers have a common interest in one question: What makes for a GREAT dog toy? If you have found yourself browsing through aisles of chew toys, wondering which one will make your furry friend's tail wag the most, so have we. An owner has lots of...
AGT’s Dustin Tavella Headlines CommonGood Medical (formerly Hope Clinic) Fundraiser!
CommonGood Medical (formerly Hope Clinic of McKinney) announces plans for their biggest in-person fundraiser for 2024! Dustin Tavella, winner of Season 16 of America's Got Talent, will headline the event known as "Hope Rising 2024: A Night of Illusions and...
Collin College hosting countywide job fair in Plano
Collin College is set to host a countywide job fair with more than 100 employers in attendance. The gist The school is hosting its job fair April 18 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The fair will take place at Collin College’s Plano campus, located at 2800 E. Spring Creek...
Public opportunity to engage with downtown development partner
NEWS RELEASE Public opportunity to engage with downtown development partner Residents to receive an update from M2G Ventures about the future of the downtown propertiesMcKINNEY, Texas (March 28, 2024) – Residents and other interested parties are invited...
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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Keresa Richardson wins Republican runoff race for State Representative, District 61 seat
Posted 9:55 p.m. May 28 With all vote centers reporting, Keresa Richardson has won the Republican runoff race for the Texas House of Representatives District 61 seat, according to unofficial election results from Collin County Elections. The details...
AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT – Vicki Northcutt
Name of Business: CommonGood Medical (formerly Hope Clinic of McKinney) Location: 103 E. Lamar Street, McKinney (downtown, just across from main library) Tell us about your business: We are a faith-based, primary medical clinic providing free healthcare for...
What to know about Texas’ power grid ahead of another hot summer
As temperatures rise and more people crank up their air conditioning, Texans are likely to wonder if the state’s power grid is prepared to meet electric demand. Texas’ power grid operator asked residents to conserve energy 11 times last summer and twice...
McKinney officials establish local housing voucher program
A new program from the city of McKinney could help residents at risk of losing their housing. McKinney City Council members unanimously approved a local gap housing voucher program as part of the consent agenda at a May 21 meeting. The gist The local...
Leadership McKinney Class of 2024 – 35th class.
Celebrating the Leadership McKinney Class of 2024 Graduation The Leadership McKinney Class of 2024 marked a significant milestone as they celebrated their graduation in a ceremony filled with pride, reflection, and anticipation for the future. This year's cohort of...
Give Your Business a Boost
Elevate your organization this summer by applying to the UT Dallas Community Business Booster. This complimentary six-week program unites industry experts and thought leaders to provide expertise, resources, and guidance, bolstering the North Texas nonprofit sector....
Connect and Make a Difference: Join Us at SERVE!
McKinney, TX — May 22, 2024 — Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Do you want to lend your skills, time, and energy to causes that matter? SERVE is the event for you! Whether you're a seasoned volunteer or new to the world of non-profit...
Proposed high-speed rail in DFW enters environmental phase
The preferred alignment for a high-speed rail linking Fort Worth to Dallas will be examined in the coming months after the project entered the environmental review phase in March. What’s happening? During environmental review, known as the National...
McKinney-based Independent Financial acquired by SouthState Corporation in $2B deal
Independent Bank Group, the parent company of Independent Financial, will be acquired by Florida-based SouthState Corporation, according to a May 20 news release. The details The combined companies will hold over $65 billion in assets, according to a release from...
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...
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