Collin College Selected for National Pilot of Performance-Based Automotive Certification
As advanced vehicle technologies continue to reshape repair procedures and liability considerations, a new certification pilot aims to change how technician competency is measured — moving beyond written exams to hands-on validation. Collin College is one of six institutions in the nation selected to participate in a...
Roads reopened in part of east Allen as crews repair gas leak
ALLEN, Texas — The Allen Fire Department and Atmos Energy have repaired a gas leak in east Allen which caused road closures Saturday evening. According to AFD, the leak was near Main Street and Greenville Avenue. Evacuations were put in place in the northwest corner of the intersection on Saturday morning, and later...
Institutional Property Advisors Closes Sale of Multifamily Asset Stonebrook Village in Frisco
Institutional Property Advisors (IPA), a division of Marcus & Millichap, dedicated to serving the company’s institutional clients, announced the sale of Stonebrook Village, a 216-unit multifamily asset in Frisco, Texas. “A land use restrictive agreement that made 100% of Stonebrook Village’s units affordable expired...
Rockwall County installs first Safe Haven Baby Box to give parents a safe, anonymous...
The McLendon‑Chisholm fire station now houses a Safe Haven Baby Box, offering parents in crisis a protected way to surrender a newborn under Texas law.
Upscale Casual Dining Restaurant Chain to Open First Dallas–Fort Worth Location
J. Alexander’s, part of SPB Hospitality, is opening its first location in the Dallas–Fort Worth region. Located at 3980 Dallas Parkway, the restaurant will host a grand opening celebration on Monday, January 26. The restaurant further plans to open a second location in the Prosper region by the end of 2026.
McKinney’s retired playgrounds find new life overseas
Two newly opened parks in McKinney mean older playgrounds are being refurbished and shipped abroad, giving children in developing communities their first chance to play.
Cat caught on camera starting dangerous kitchen fire after jumping on stove and turning...
Surveillance video captured the moment a cat turned on a stove burner in Garland, Texas, igniting items and causing extensive kitchen damage to the home.
Plano Team Among Top 32 Worldwide In International Debate
F ive students from Jasper High School were named among the top 32 teams competing in the 25th annual Brewer Foundation/New York University International Public Policy Forum, a highly regarded global debate competition that brings together elite high school teams from around the world. The Jasper team, pictured in...
Knockouts Haircuts & Grooming proposed for Prosper
Knockouts Haircuts and Grooming offers a variety of haircut services. (Courtesy Knockouts Haircuts and Grooming) This article is based on a Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations filing. Community Impact will update this story when more information is available. A new Knockouts Haircuts & Grooming location is...
The 2026 housing market brings opportunity for buyers and sellers across North Texas
As we move into 2026, the North Texas housing market is settling into a new and healthier rhythm, which is defined by balance, opportunity and clearer expectations for both buyers and sellers. After several years marked by volatility, rapid price increases and limited inventory, communities across Denton County and...

















