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AI Is Reshaping Texas Faster Than You Think
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,...
Simple Ways Local Businesses Can Be More Inclusive Today
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...
Where To Spend V-Day (Every Season of Life)
Did you know the history behind Valentine’s Day shows us how this day can be about more than romance? Keep reading to find out more. Valentine’s Day: Check the Fuel Level of Your Love Think of love as a fuel tank. Some seasons fill it effortlessly. Others drain it...
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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As Healthcare Gaps Grow, New McKinney Clinic Expands Care for Uninsured Families
Expanded facility will increase access to medical, mental health, pediatric, and specialty care for uninsured neighbors McKinney, Texas — May 14, 2026 — CommonGood Medical will celebrate the grand opening and ribbon cutting of its new clinic facility on Saturday,...
McKinney Welcomes $919 Million LITEON Investment, More Than 600 New Jobs
Marking one of the largest private investments in the city’s history, global power and AI infrastructure leader LITEON selects McKinney for its new North American manufacturing campus MCKINNEY, TEXAS - LITEON Technology Corp. (TWSE: 2301), a global leader in power...
Chamber Member CommonGood Medical to Relocate, Launch Thrift Store in Mckinney
Chamber member CommonGood Medical, a member for nine years, is relocating to a larger McKinney clinic this fall as it expands services and launches CommonGood Thrift. The nonprofit, which provides free healthcare to uninsured and low-income Collin County residents,...
New Chamber Member: Prestwick Family Eyecare Now Open in McKinney
Prestwick Family Eyecare has opened in west McKinney. Led by founder Dr. Amber Paulsen, the independent practice offers comprehensive eye exams, pediatric eye care, contact lens evaluations, diabetic eye exams, glaucoma and dry eye management, myopia treatment, and a...
Your Paycheck Has a Hidden Wealth Tool — Most McKinney Employees Don’t Know How to Use It
If you work for a company that offers equity compensation — stock awards, an employee stock purchase plan, or company ownership shares — you may be sitting on a significant financial opportunity without realizing it. McKinney is home to a growing number of employees...
Looking Beyond Inclusion: How Small Decisions Build Stronger Communities
Looking Beyond Inclusion: How Small Decisions Build Stronger Communities For years, we've talked about inclusion as the goal. And inclusion matters. But what if inclusion isn't the destination? What if it's the starting point? As someone who advocates for individuals...
Nonstop Destinations Announced for McKinney National Airport
Avelo Airlines to Fly to Five Cities from DTX beginning November 11, 2026 McKINNEY, Texas (June 30, 2026) — It’s an exciting time for the McKinney National Airport (DTX) community as Avelo Airlines has announced its first nonstop destinations from DTX. Avelo’s launch...
Water in Focus: Texas Plans for Future Drought and Flood Resilience
Nearly one year after devastating Hill Country floods, Texas is once again confronting the dual challenges of flooding and drought. As the state grows, leaders are planning for the future through a draft 2027 State Water Plan that recommends nearly $174 billion in...
New Chamber Member: Fantastic Sams Cut & Color Now Open in McKinney
Fantastic Sams Cut & Color is now open on South Lake Forest Drive in McKinney. The full-service salon offers haircuts, styling and color services for men, women and children, with a grand opening and ribbon cutting celebration planned for July 9. Read more on...
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