As the season of giving approaches, the LINKS Committee is proud to announce a donation drive to support the McKinney Community Food Pantry. This initiative seeks to help individuals and families by collecting essential items to stock the pantry ahead of the holidays....
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Texas Education Commissioner Recommends Cellphone Ban in K-12 Classrooms
In a push to improve student focus and reduce distractions, Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath is advocating for a ban on cellphones in K-12 schools. The proposed measure is part of ongoing discussions aimed at enhancing the learning environment across the...
Local Investments Propel McKinney’s Thriving Startup Ecosystem
McKinney's startup scene is gaining momentum thanks to significant local investments aimed at nurturing innovation and entrepreneurship. These strategic investments are designed to strengthen the city's position as a hub for emerging businesses, fostering an...
Betting on Texas
Las Vegas Sands Advocates for Voter Decision on Gaming Legislation Las Vegas Sands hotel and casino hopes to bring their resort to Texas, eyeing several different locations including the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex. However, with gambling currently illegal in Texas,...
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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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...
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...
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...
Huffines Auto Dealerships celebrate century mark in the metroplex
Huffines Auto Dealerships are celebrating 100 years of being family-owned and operated in North Texas this year. J.L. Huffines Sr. opened the first auto dealership in Denton in May 1924. That was a Willy’s-Knight, Overland dealership which later became the maker of...
McKinney Education Foundation awards over $800K in scholarships to MISD 2024 graduates
The McKinney Education Foundation awarded $825,150 in scholarships to McKinney ISD 2024 graduating seniors—the largest amount in the foundation’s history. The scholarships were awarded to 380 students and celebrated during the foundation's Scholarship Awards...
New hangar, US Customs facility to debut at McKinney National Airport
A new 40,000-square-foot hangar and a customs facility are coming to McKinney National Airport, according to a news release. The project is expected to break ground May 10, McKinney National Airport Director Ken Carley said. The details Two buildings will be...
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