McKinney woman turns to exercise to cope with grief during the holidays
A North Texas woman says exercise and therapy helped her reclaim her life after the deaths of two siblings left her grappling with grief during the holidays.
Wylie, Garland ISDs navigate change, new challenges
Sewell Elementary was one of many GISD schools to receive Education Foundation grants. Sachse families are uniquely served by two public school districts — Wylie ISD and Garland ISD — and over the past year, both navigated growth, financial pressures, leadership decisions and notable campus achievements. While...
2 killed, one injured in crash on Highway 380 in Hunt County
The third victim was flown to a hospital in stable condition as investigators work to determine what caused the crash.
Improperly disposed fireworks caused 2-alarm house fire in North Texas
Improper disposal of fireworks ignited a house fire on New Year's Day in Plano, officials said.
Engineering firm to design fire sprinklers for 9 downtown McKinney blocks
Reed Fire Protection Engineering has been contracted to design sprinkler systems for nine blocks in downtown McKinney. (Xtreme Heights Productions/Community Impact) A Dallas-based engineering company that specializes in fire protection is partnering with McKinney to install fire sprinklers across several city blocks...
Caregivers & Grief: An online webinar brought to you by Meals on Wheels Senior...
Rockwall County, TX (December 31, 2025) – Grief shows up in many ways, especially for those caring for a loved one with dementia. Join us in learning how to recognize different types of grief, how to tell the difference between grief, mourning, and depression, and discover healthy ways to cope.
FCS Championship: #2 Montana State vs. Illinois State Preview & Prediction
2024 Record: 126-40 Montana State vs. Illinois State On TV. The matchup between Montana State and Illinois State airs nationally on ESPN. Kickoff is 6:30 p.m. CT on Monday, Jan. 5. It takes place at Vanderbilt’s FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, TN. Montana State vs. Illinois State Preview. When Montana...
Locally owned Cajun Fish Grill serves made-from-scratch recipes in McKinney
Fried catfish po’ boy ($14.95) is dressed with lettuce, tomatoes, onion, pickles and tartar sauce, and served with fries and two hush puppies. (Karen Chaney/Community Impact) Although restaurateur and chef Miguel Mercado is neither Cajun nor from Louisiana, when it came time to open a restaurant in his hometown...
Plano gears up for big infrastructure upgrades in 2026
Plano officials are gearing up for another busy year in 2026, with plans to begin construction on major public safety facilities and continue infrastructure improvements across the city. City Manager Mark Israelson said there will be a focus on executing the bond package voters approved in 2025, with design work...
Winter Wiggles Be Gone! Indoor Play Places That Won’t Break the Bank
When winter weather makes outdoor play a no-go, those little bodies still have big energy. If you’re trying to survive cold days without turning on the TV again, we’ve got you covered. Here are four indoor play places in Frisco where kids can climb, bounce, imagine, and burn off winter wiggles — without blowing the...

















