‘Kids Eat Free’ March Madness bracket challenge benefits Texoma children
VAN ALSTYNE, Texas (KXII) - March Madness has tipped off, and people all across Texoma are watching their favorite teams compete. In Van Alstyne, the competitive spirit of brackets impacts more than just one person. ‘Kids Eat Free’ is hosting a $20 buy-in bracket challenge to raise money for their program, splitting...
💰 Multiple Accounting & Finance Jobs in Collin County, TX
Collin County’s finance scene is buzzing with opportunity right now. From remote underwriting to hands-on collections, there are several solid roles open for folks with accounting or finance skills.
Emergency alert system test on April 2 at 10 a.m.
The City of Anna, in coordination with the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), will conduct a scheduled test of its emergency notification systems on Thursday, April 2 at 10 a.m. The test will include Hyper-Reach emergency alerts and Outdoor Warning Sirens (OWS).
Minnie’s Food Pantry to benefit from major food donation
A semi-truck carrying 40,000 pounds of donated food is headed to Plano next week, part of a nationwide effort to mark America's 250th birthday with acts of service rather than celebration alone. Minnie's Food Pantry, located at 661 18th St. in Plano, will receive the shipment Wednesday, March 25, through a...
9 Underrated Garland, Texas Restaurants that Are Absolutely Worth Trying
Garland sits in that sweet spot where you can eat extremely well without fighting the Dallas “new hotspot” crowds. The best meals here are often in strip centers, family-run dining rooms, and neighborhood hangouts that don’t spend much time on social media. If you like finding places...
Four Arrested in Frisco Robbery After Flock Cameras, Citizen Tips Lead Police to Suspects
FRISCO, Texas - Four suspects were arrested within an hour of an armed robbery thanks to quick-thinking citizens, advanced technology, and coordinated police work. On March 10, 2026, Frisco Police officers responded to a reported robbery at Smoke Art located at 2440 Eldorado Parkway. The store owner told police that...
Wylie Show and Sale returns
The 59th Annual Wylie Show & Sale is scheduled for March 22–28, 2025, at the F.O. Birmingham Agricultural Center in Wylie. The weeklong event highlights the work of area youth exhibitors and features livestock shows, student shop projects, horticulture entries and other competitions. The show has long been a...
The Longest Trail In Texas Is Quietly Underway: Connecting Dallas With 19 Small Towns...
The Northeast Texas Trail (NETT) is an ambitious project that seeks to link 19 towns and 7 counties across Texas with one epic 130-mile trail. Operating off of the infrastructure of two former rail lines, the Northeast Texas Trail will span from Farmersville, Texas to New Boston in West Texarkana as the longest hike,...
Rail Connection Between Plano And McKinney Moves Forward With New Study
North Texas transportation leaders are once again looking north, as plans advance for a potential passenger rail connection linking Plano and McKinney aimed at improving mobility across one of the region’s fastest-growing corridors. After months of uncertainty tied to regional transit funding debates, officials have...
Shorty’s serves hot dogs, smash burgers in downtown McKinney
Shorty's menu includes hot dogs, smash burgers and a variety of sandwiches. (Colby Farr/Community Impact) Shorty's is now open in McKinney, co-owner Bryan McVay said. The restaurant’s menu includes hot dogs, smash burgers and a variety of sandwiches. Shorty’s also serves appetizers and shareable dishes like fried...
