Frisco breaks ground on Grand Park, a 1,011-acre oasis larger than Central Park
The full park stretches from the Dallas North Tollway west to Lake Lewisville and FM 423.
Decorated Paralympic cyclist killed in McKinney car crash
MCKINNEY, Texas - The cycling community is mourning the loss of a Paralympian cyclist who was killed in a McKinney car crash on Thursday. The McKinney Police Department responded to a crash involving a cyclist and a vehicle at the intersection of Alma Drive and State Highway 121 earlier on Thursday.
Healthcare Briefs: Medical City Frisco and Plano Unveil Mobile ECPR Program
Medical City Frisco and Medical City Plano have expanded cardiac care with a mobile ECPR program. The program introduces extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation, an advanced intervention used when traditional CPR fails, allowing specialized teams to begin life-saving treatment more quickly for patients in cardiac arrest. Beginning in April, paramedics can activate teams at both hospitals while en route, enabling coordination with Medical City Plano’s...
SMU Plots Ford Stadium Glow-Up as ACC Cash Starts Flowing
SMU is quietly kicking the tires on a Ford Stadium makeover that could sprinkle in more premium suites, club seats and upgraded hospitality as the school looks to lock in its growing Atlantic Coast Conference-era revenue. Athletic director Damon Evans has signaled the department is studying how to turn packed Saturdays on the Hilltop into something closer to a reliable business plan. For...
Houston man sentenced to five years for violent crime spree
PLANO, Texas — A 27-year-old Houston man has been sentenced to five years in federal prison for a violent crime spree in the Eastern District of Texas, according to U.S. Attorney Jay R. Combs. Cody Williams pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit bank theft and was sentenced to 60...
Amplify Denton has a stacked local lineup set for Saturday’s free fest
The Greater Denton Arts Council and Denton Music and Arts Collaborative are teaming up again for the second Amplify Denton music festival this Saturday. The free festival is set to return to the Patterson-Appleton Arts Center with two stages of music from local musicians, as well as art and food vendors, raffles and family-friendly fun.
Frisco’s $3 Billion ‘The Mix’ Is Taking Shape, Here’s What’s Coming
P rogress is continuing on one of Frisco’s most closely watched developments, and new details are offering a clearer picture of what’s ahead. The Mix , a $3 billion mixed-use project located at the intersection of the Dallas North Tollway and Lebanon Road, is steadily moving forward as construction advances. Planned as a 112-acre destination, the development is designed to bring together residential...
TXB Opens Newest Texas Location
The chain will host a ribbon-cutting event later this month. TXB has announced the grand opening of its newest location in Frisco, Texas. To celebrate, TXB is hosting a ribbon-cutting event on April 29 and is inviting the community to join as it shares the beginning of a new convenience store experience in Frisco.
Hot dogs, Caribbean fusion: Check out 5 recently opened restaurants in McKinney
Shorty's menu includes hot dogs, smash burgers and a variety of sandwiches. (Colby Farr/Community Impact) Interested in restaurant news in McKinney, or looking for a new spot to grab a meal? Check out these five restaurants that opened recently in the McKinney area. This list is not comprehensive. 1. Mustang...
Addison officials seek alternatives after Taste festival discontinued
A major North Texas festival that was supposed to kick off this weekend has been discontinued after 30 years. The Taste Addison food festival promoted local restaurants and brought live music annually to Addison Circle Park. It was originally slated for April 17-19. But a few months ago, the Addison...
