Paralympic Gold Medalist Struck and Killed by Vehicle While Cycling: Dory Selinger Was 54
Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images Paralympic champion Dory Selinger was killed after a crash involving a vehicle, according to police in McKinney, Texas. The incident happened near Alma Drive and the Sam Rayburn Tollway service road, a stretch familiar to local cyclists, reports NBC5. His wife, Laura, knew something was wrong almost immediately. She said she received an alert from […] The post...
Spice Storm: South Indian Bowl Joint Heats Up McKinney’s University Drive
McKinney's west side just picked up a fresh hit of heat. Madras Mojo is now open on University Drive, serving fast-service South Indian bowls on a strip that keeps piling on new dining options. The restaurant held its official opening on April 11 after a soft launch earlier in the month, rolling out customizable curries, biryani, and crepes in a quick-build bowl...
Hamburgotti’s: Backyard burgers turned cult favorite
Hamburgotti's is a popular burger spot in Richardson that serves up 100% Angus beef smashburgers with crispy edges and juicy flavors, created by owner Morad Burgotti and his brother.
Elite Outlet Store offers discounted appliances, household items in McKinney
Elite Outlet Store is now open in McKinney (Colby Farr/Community Impact) Elite Outlet Store is now open along South McDonald Street in McKinney, store Manager Mohammad Jinini said. The store sells a variety of household items, appliances, furniture and more at discounted prices. Elite Outlet Store also sells clothing, accessories,...
Texas battery ‘juggernaut’ announces plan to build out American home battery fleet
Base Power aims to tackle that challenge directly by building out 100 megawatts of distributed home battery capacity over the next two years.
Paratransit riders push to save DART ahead of withdrawal elections
In a video posted to her YouTube channel, Francis Zalace makes the trek from a grocery store in Dallas to the First Unitarian Church in University Park. Along the way, she finds an obstacle. "Oh no! What is this? There's no sidewalk," she says in the video. "Whatever shall I...
Woman arrested after allegedly stabbing husband and setting home on fire, police say
CARROLLTON, Texas — A woman was arrested Monday after she allegedly stabbed her husband and set their home on fire Monday morning, police said. Police say officers were called to reports of a stabbing around 1:40 a.m. Monday, April 27, at a home in the 3600 block of Old Denton Road, the Carrollton Police Department said in a press release.
Stephanie Miller showcases lifelong passion for thrifting with The Velvet Echo
Growing up in Lindale, a small town in East Texas, Stephanie Miller always desired to stand out. But in a city with just 5,000 people, her shopping options were limited. That is when she and her friends discovered the world of thrifting. Now 52, Miller’s passions for thrifting and sustainability followed her throughout her life and career. She even managed to get her husband...
There’s a New Book About Mary Kay Ash and Dallas Real Estate, and We...
If you live in Dallas, the name Mary Kay Ash pulls about as much weight as Ebby Halliday. In fact, our own Elaine Raffel worked for Mary Kay Cosmetics. Fun fact: Elaine hired ME to freelance for Mary Kay when I was a young mom. Elaine’s story earlier this month...
DFW Weather: Tornado watch issued for Sunday
A tornado watch was issued for parts of North Texas on Sunday night. It comes just a night after tornadoes touched down in Parker and Wise Counties. Meteorologist Josh Johns breaks down what to expect tonight and what made last night's storms different from others.

















