Ben’s Scratch Free Car Wash to expand to Allen
The car wash has another location in Fort Worth, according to the business’s website. (Courtesy Adobe Stock) This article is based on a Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation filing. Community Impact will update this story when more information is available. Ben's Scratch Free Car Wash is opening an...
“Shocking and horrifying”: Lawyer for Celina ISD victims speaks on third-party report
CELINA, Texas - An attorney representing families of victims in the lawsuit against Celina ISD is critical of the third-party report released last week, but says it does characterize a toxic culture within the district. What we know: — FOX 4’s Amelia Jones spoke with attorney Mitch Little, a Texas...
Furniture brand 7th Avenue to open Plano location in Legacy West
The new 7th Avenue location in Plano is set to start construction in February. (Michael Crouchley/Community Impact) Furniture brand 7th Avenue is opening a new showroom in Legacy West. The new location in northwest Plano is "coming soon" to Legacy West, according to signage outside of the storefront. Construction on...
Tutto Gustoso now open at Watters Creek in Allen
Spaghetti chitarra alle vongole rosse ($25) is made with homemade spaghetti, off-the-shell Italian clams, garlic, parsley, Calabrian chili and tomato sauce. (Courtesy Tutto Gustoso) Italian restaurant Tutto Gustoso opened in early December in Allen, Manager Emilio Cardenas said. The menu includes dishes like rosemary...
The Casita Mexican Grill now serving fajitas, more in Allen
Lunch fajitas ($10.99) are served on a bed of grilled onions and peppers. (Shelbie Hamilton/Community Impact) The Casita Mexican Grill opened in late December in Allen, according to a company representative. The restaurant’s menu includes fajitas, Mexican ribeye, carne asada, shrimp salad, omelets, crepes and more,...
Driver Taken Into Custody After DPS Pursuit and Standoff on I-30 Near Royse City
ROYSE CITY, TX - A standoff along Interstate 30 ended without injuries Monday morning after state troopers and local officers took a driver into custody near Royse City. According to authorities, Texas Department of Public Safety troopers were pursuing a vehicle traveling westbound through Hunt County on IH-30 on...
North Texas likely to see ‘messy’ wintry mix, dangerous cold this weekend
The National Weather Service in Fort Worth said Tuesday that the timing of this weekend’s winter weather remains somewhat in flux, but North Texas will likely be “messy” by Friday night. The forecast for Saturday shows a 90% chance of freezing rain and sleet, possibly mixed with snow showers, with a high near 24....
Shoe Palace to open new location at Allen Premium Outlets
Shoe Palace offers a variety of footwear for men, women and children. (Courtesy Adobe Stock) Shoe Palace is opening a new location at the Allen Premium Outlets, according to a news release. The business offers a variety of footwear for men, women and children, per its website. It also offers...
Another Trader Joe’s Could Be Headed To Collin County
A familiar grocery name may soon be expanding its Collin County footprint once again. New planning documents suggest Trader Joe’s could be part of a proposed retail development in Wylie, adding another potential location to the popular grocer’s growing North Texas presence. What Planning Documents Show An item filed...
Distance and Open Water Specialist Kannen Crossland Commits to Princeton for 2027-28
Kannen Crossland, the 3rd place finisher in the 7.5km open water race at Open Water Juniors last year, has verbally committed to Princeton. Current photo via Kannen Crossland. Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in...
