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7 Things to Teach Your Dog That Will Make Your Life Easier

7 Things to Teach Your Dog That Will Make Your Life Easier

Teaching your dog certain skills and behaviors can significantly improve your daily life together. Here are seven essential things to teach your dog to make life easier:1. Basic Obedience Commands:• Sit: Teach your dog to sit on command. This is a fundamental command that helps control your dog in various situations....

McKinney ISD approves 2024-25 academic calendar

McKinney ISD approves 2024-25 academic calendar

McKinney ISD students can expect school days to be three minutes longer in the 2024-25 school year. The MISD board of trustees approved the academic calendar in a 4-0 vote Nov. 13. Board members Amy Dankel, Chad Green and Lynn Sperry were absent. Assistant Superintendent of Communications Shelly Spaulding...

5 restaurants coming soon, now open in McKinney

5 restaurants coming soon, now open in McKinney

Looking to try a new dining option in McKinney? Check out these restaurants that are newly opened or coming soon. Now open 1. The Common Table The restaurant serves a variety of “elevated American food,” General Manager Lisa Levine said. Dishes on the menu include tacos, sliders, chicken wings, sandwiches,...

City of McKinney hires Chief Information Officer

City of McKinney hires Chief Information Officer

Posted on: November 13, 2023 City of McKinney hires Chief Information Officer Rodriguez brings 25 years of IT experience to the City of McKinney McKINNEY, Texas (Nov. 13, 2023) – The City of McKinney announced the hiring of Omar Rodriguez to fill the position of Chief Information Officer. His first day is today, Nov....

Identifying Signs of Pain in Your Pets

Identifying Signs of Pain in Your Pets

Our pets are our babies, and we can usually tell when something is amiss. One of the most important responsibilities of being a pet owner is ensuring the well-being of your furry, feathered, or scaly friend. This includes recognizing when your pet is in pain, as animals often suffer in silence. In this article, we...

Do I Have to Use a Realtor to Sell My Home?

Do I Have to Use a Realtor to Sell My Home?

As retirement inches closer, it is important to consider your living situation and what your most desired outcome will look like once you are in your golden years. In many cases, this means eventually making a transition from your house to a more conducive senior living arrangement. Whether it’s a result of simply choosing a more convenient lifestyle or a necessity in order to have access to effective healthcare.

City of McKinney Designated a Top Workplace by The Dallas Morning News

City of McKinney Designated a Top Workplace by The Dallas Morning News

McKinney was the only government organization on the Top Large Companies list McKINNEY, Texas (Nov. 6, 2023) – The City of McKinney is proud to announce its designation as a Top Workplace by The Dallas Morning News, which recognizes the top public, private, nonprofit, and government organizations in the...

New Behavioral Health Hospital, Collin Springs, Set to Open in McKinney

New Behavioral Health Hospital, Collin Springs, Set to Open in McKinney

Collin Springs, a new behavioral health hospital in north McKinney, is set to open in March 2024. The Facility will offer will offer 72 beds, a pharmacy, administrative support areas, a kitchen, a basketball court, and various activities for patients. Collin Springs, part of the Springstone hospital group owned by...

UNLOCKING YOUR HOME’S POTENTIAL WITH A REVERSE MORTGAGE

UNLOCKING YOUR HOME’S POTENTIAL WITH A REVERSE MORTGAGE

Who says you can’t teach an old house new tricks? In this episode, Eric Blake welcomes Mary Robb, Reverse Mortgage Specialist from Mutual of Omaha. Together, they’ll peel back the layers on what reverse mortgages really are, and how they differ from the traditional mortgage we’re all familiar with. From surprising...

Launch Entertainment announces expansion into North Texas

Launch Entertainment announces expansion into North Texas

Family entertainment brand Launch Entertainment is expanding into North Texas with locations expected to open in Frisco, McKinney and Prosper. The gist Zion Capital Management President Hemanth Kumar and his partners are in the process of determining locations for each venue, he said: Click here to learn...

Collective Coffee debuts in Historic Downtown McKinney

Collective Coffee debuts in Historic Downtown McKinney

Collective Coffee opened in Historic Downtown McKinney on Sept. 18. The coffee shop offers a variety of coffee drinks made with Edison Coffee Co. The shop also serves pastries, as well as four signature drinks named after iconic McKinney streets; Virginia, Louisiana, Tennessee and Kentucky. Click here to...

Breaking down the 14 state propositions on your ballot this November

Breaking down the 14 state propositions on your ballot this November

Texas voters will find 14 propositions to amend the state constitution on the Nov. 7 ballot. Community Impact spoke with Brandon Rottinghaus, a political science professor at the University of Houston, to break down each proposition. Constitutional amendment elections give Texans “a window into...

Blue alignment selected for US 380 bypass project

Blue alignment selected for US 380 bypass project

Upon completing the environmental impact review, the Texas Department of Transportation has selected the blue alignment for the US 380 bypass project. The gist In September, TxDOT published a final environmental impact statement and record of decision document, which can be viewed...

10 Halloween events happening soon in McKinney

10 Halloween events happening soon in McKinney

Looking for an enchanting October filled with Halloween and Dia de los Muertos celebrations? You're in for a treat! McKinney has a spellbinding lineup of upcoming festivities that will bewitch your senses and ignite your spirit. Explore the magic of the season by discovering the captivating events waiting for you in...

The Common Table debuts at District 121 in south McKinney

The Common Table debuts at District 121 in south McKinney

The Common Table opened in south McKinney in September, according to General Manager Lisa Levine. The restaurant, located in the District 121 development, serves a variety of “elevated American food”, Levine said. Dishes on the menu include tacos, sliders, chicken wings, sandwiches, chicken-fried steak and more,...

NEWS RELEASE TeamLogic IT Opens in McKinney

NEWS RELEASE TeamLogic IT Opens in McKinney

#1 Technology Franchise Serves the IT Needs of Small to Midsize Businesses MISSION VIEJO, Calif., Oct. 16, 2023 — TeamLogic IT, a national provider of managed IT services and technology support for businesses, has opened an office in McKinney, Texas. The business is owned by Scott Vincent. Vincent expressed...

Training: Still the Best Cybersecurity Defense

Training: Still the Best Cybersecurity Defense

Studies show small to medium-size businesses (SMBs) rely on social media for customer contact and growth. According to SCORE, a research partner of the Small Business Administration (SBA), nearly half of SMB owners cite social media as their preferred means of digital marketing. Moreover, 73% say social channels are...

Volunteer McKinney Announces the 2026 Spirit of Volunteerism Awards

Volunteer McKinney Announces the 2026 Spirit of Volunteerism Awards

Collin County's Premier Celebration of Community Service Returns April 9 at Eldorado Country Club McKINNEY, TX — February 19, 2026 — Volunteer McKinney is proud to announce the return of the Spirit of Volunteerism Awards, Collin County's signature celebration honoring the extraordinary individuals, students,...

Final Week of Early Voting: Why the Texas Primary Election Matters

Final Week of Early Voting: Why the Texas Primary Election Matters

This is the final week of early voting for the March 2026 Texas primary, which ends on Friday, Feb. 27. Primaries play a critical role in shaping the November ballot, and in many Texas races, they are often the most competitive—and sometimes decisive—elections. Because turnout is typically lower than in November,...

Mixed-Use Developments to Continue Driving Growth in DFW, Experts Say

Mixed-Use Developments to Continue Driving Growth in DFW, Experts Say

Local real estate leaders say mixed-use and master-planned communities will continue driving growth across Dallas-Fort Worth, as buyers prioritize convenience and “work, live, play” lifestyles. These developments combine housing, retail, green space, and services in one area. Community Impact Founder and CEO John...

Victoria in McKinney Welcomes First Residents to New Senior Community

Victoria in McKinney Welcomes First Residents to New Senior Community

Victoria in McKinney, a new senior condominium community, opened in December in southeast McKinney and has begun welcoming its first residents. Located at 153 Enterprise Drive, the development offers amenities including home health services, daily activities and fitness classes, covered parking, door-to-door trash...

Move Up Buyers Are Turning to New Construction

Move Up Buyers Are Turning to New Construction

There comes a point when your home no longer fits your life. The space feels tight.The layout no longer works.The updates never seem to end. What once felt right can start to feel limiting. If you are thinking about selling and moving up, the next decision becomes just as important as the sale itself. Where do you go...