A proposed mosque in West McKinney has sparked significant debate, with community members voicing their concerns at a recent public meeting. The discussions highlighted various viewpoints and raised questions about zoning, community impact, and cultural integration....
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Understanding the Challenges of Texas Public School Funding
Texas public schools are facing a funding crisis that affects students, teachers, and communities statewide. Dive into the complexities of this issue as experts discuss the financial hurdles and potential solutions for our education system. Discover how budget...
McKinney Charter Review Committee Proposes Key Changes to City Governance
A recent review of the McKinney city charter has sparked significant discussions about the future of council member terms and compensation. At a July 23 City Council meeting, key recommendations from a dedicated committee were presented, hinting at potential changes...
Essential Guide for North Texas Homeowners Considering Solar Panels
As more homeowners in North Texas explore the benefits of solar energy, understanding the key considerations is crucial. A recent Q&A provides valuable insights into what North Texas residents should know about installing solar panels, including potential savings,...
A Creative Spirit
MillHouse offers a space for women to unleash creativity and inspire one another. The membership model includes coworking space, private studios, creative markets, and local events.
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Celebrating Success: Highlights from the 2024 Community Awards – New York, New York Gala.
Lights, camera, action! The City of McKinney transformed into the heart of the Big Apple as the McKinney Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Community Award Celebration with a vibrant New York, New York theme. Against the backdrop of the iconic New York skyline,...
Annual Business Meeting Celebrates Achievements
Recognizes Outstanding Contributions, and Explores Economic Outlook for 2024 The McKinney Chamber of Commerce recently held its highly anticipated Annual Business Meeting, marking a momentous occasion to reflect on the achievements of the past year, honor exceptional...
Signs, Signs, Everywhere There’s Signs*
Election road signs sit on almost every corner, advertising candidates’ names and party affiliations. Maybe you tune them out or maybe you study them diligently, but whatever your choice, those signs mean an election is coming up soon. In this case, the upcoming election is a primary election, and it’s important!
Curve Development breaks ground on build-to-rent homes in McKinney
More than 300 new homes in north McKinney will soon be available for rent after construction broke ground in January, according to a Curve Development news release. In a nutshell Preleasing for the development, called Cyrene at Painted Tree, is expected...
New $6.9M training facility to bring firefighters closer to home
Firefighters from Flower Mound, Highland Village and Lewisville will benefit from a new fire training facility that broke ground Jan. 10 in Lewisville. The facility won’t require firefighters to travel as far for training, department officials said. Lewisville is...
McKinney residents to vote in election May 4
Voters will consider five General Obligation bond propositionsMcKINNEY, Texas (Feb. 6, 2024) – The McKinney City Council voted to call an election where voters will consider five general obligation bond propositions. The general election is scheduled for May 4, with...
City leaders invest $205K in analytics software for McKinney Fire Department
McKinney City Council approved a $205,000 contract to purchase data analytics software for the McKinney Fire Department at a Jan. 16 meeting. The context The software was purchased from Darkhorse Emergency Corp., a division of Darkhorse Analytics...
Unveiling the Secrets to a Truly Successful Retirement for Women
What if there’s much more to women’s retirement planning than you ever imagined?
Join us for a captivating episode of the Simply Retirement Podcast with host Eric Blake, CFP®, as he dives into the nuances of retirement planning specifically for women. Joined by Dr. Karen Midyet, a renowned clinical psychologist specializing in retirement and aging, they dissect the intricate blend of financial and emotional elements crucial to a woman’s retirement journey.
McKinney’s population grows to 214,810 residents in 2024
McKinney’s population has grown by 1.61% from a year ago, according to the city’s most recent estimates. The specifics In January 2023, the population was estimated to be 211,397. Now the population is estimated to be about 214,810, according to the city of...
Our Video Production Process
What happens when you call us to produce a video for you? Let me walk you through our video production process, from start to finish. 1. The Initial Call. The first thing we will do is schedule a Zoom call. This allows us to learn more about...
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