The road you don’t know yet could be major connector in Collin County, town...
FAIRVIEW, Texas — A brand-new stretch of road now runs through Fairview, connecting Medical Center Drive on the north end in McKinney to Greenville Drive, which turns into Highway 5. Fairview Parkway is only a week old — and for now, it’s nearly empty. “It’s the road...
Frisco’s $80 million Rail District revitalization nears completion
FRISCO, Texas — Known as one of the fastest-growing cities in the country, Frisco will soon wrap up a roughly $80 million revitalization of its downtown Rail District. As city officials gave the latest update on the construction, longtime residents reflected on how the district has evolved since its early beginnings.
Dig This: Little Diggers’ Construction-Themed Sandbox Playspaces Coming to North Texas
Little Diggers, a fast-growing children’s entertainment franchise promoting creative, hands-on play by offering giant sandboxes filled with toys, is expanding to North Texas. Local franchisees plan to open five new locations across the region, providing children age 7 and under with signature 1,200-square-foot...
This Starwood Home Is the Very Definition of ‘Fully Remodeled’
There are remodels … and then there are “we took 2025 personally” remodels. 6120 Canvas Back Dr. in Frisco’s coveted Starwood neighborhood falls firmly into the latter category. Located inside the gated and guarded community of Starwood — yes, the one with winding streets, mature trees,...
FM 549 Construction Update
In the video, Mo Bur, the Director of Project Development for the Texas Department of Transportation, addresses the Rockwall County Infrastructure Consortium about the widening of FM 549 to four lanes, which is set to begin this summer. As part of our commitment to transparency, we are preparing to launch...
Olympic ‘Quad God’ And Hometown Hero Headline Allen’s One-Night Ice Invasion
Olympic hardware, fresh national titles and one very proud hometown skater are all landing in Collin County when the Stars on Ice tour makes its lone Texas stop in Allen on May 29. The touring production is rolling in a roster stacked with Team USA names, promising a high-energy mix of big technical jumps and...
Here’s Where Trader Joe’s Is Opening in Texas Next
Trader Joe’s is expanding in 2026 with eight new U.S. stores, including a new Texas location at 8101 Eldorado Pkwy. in McKinney as grocery demand grows.
McKinney drive-thru restaurant, Frisco City Council public comment changes: 6 trending stories in Dallas-Fort...
Since the proposed drive-thru is located within 200 feet of the homes, a specific use permit is required. Council approved new distance requirements in 2025. (Colby Farr/Community Impact) From a proposed drive-thru to updated public comment rules in Frisco, here are the top trending Community Impact stories in the...
The Collin County Road You Don’t Know About Yet
Leaders have been talking about Fairview Parkway for almost 3 decades. The road is designed to handle up to 30,000 vehicles a day once development builds out.
Cook Children’s Prosper NICU marks six months, treats more than 130 newborns
PROSPER, Texas — For Denise Pickens, a private room and a specialized team brought peace of mind during a frightening time. Her daughter, Azalea, just 3 weeks old, tested positive for the flu and needed advanced care. “It was scary. Didn’t really know what to expect or what was...

















