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8 Last-Minute Christmas Gift Stops in Texas Locals Won’t Tell Tourists About

You still have gifts to find, and Texas delivers if you know where to look. Skip the crowded headliners and follow the quiet paths locals use for meaningful, last minute surprises. These under the radar spots reward curiosity with authentic finds, smart service, and calm energy. Come ready to explore,...
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ICYMI: Check out 5 government updates from Prosper, Celina

Downtown Celina’s new parking garage opened in mid-October to provide more convenience for area visitors, officials said. (Courtesy city of Celina) Check out some recent government updates coming out of Prosper and Celina, including Celina’s new downtown parking garage and Prosper’s new tollway funding district. This...
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Aspiring pro boxer killed as police search for suspect in Pleasant Grove shooting

PLEASANT GROVE, Texas - A 25-year-old boxer was a regular at a Rockwall faith-based boxing gym and now the owner of that gym says they’re leaning heavily on that faith during these trying times. Investigation into fatal shooting. What we know:. Dedicated boxers train inside Chapa’s Boxing Gym in...
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TxDOT’s $1B investment to extend Spur 399 around McKinney, connect to US 380

Work is underway to expand the number of lanes along Spur 399 and SH 5 as part of a larger effort to improve connectivity in eastern Collin County. (Sky Eyes/Community Impact) Roadwork is underway in southeast McKinney to expand Spur 399 with a vision to eventually extend the highway around the city.
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Moratorium becomes a necessity for some communities

Putting a hold on development seems like the opposite of what most cities and towns want to do. Most are usually seeking more development, so placing a moratorium on development seems counterproductive. But sometimes it becomes necessary, such as when growth outpaces the ability of infrastructure and public safety to...
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UIL enrollment numbers set classifications ahead of 2026 realignment

The University Interscholastic League has released enrollment figures submitted by Texas school districts as part of the biennial realignment process for the 2026–28 cycle. Enrollment numbers were collected Oct. 31 from every public school district in the state. Those figures are used by the UIL to determine...
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BJ’s Wholesale Club challenges Costco in major Texas expansion effort

Is this town big enough for two membership-based warehouse retailers?
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Check out 11 Frisco dining features from 2025

Lobster Fra Diavolo ($34) features lobster tail, capellini pasta with Fra Diavolo sauce, garlic and cherry tomatoes. (Karen Chaney/Community Impact) Throughout 2025, Community Impact spoke with the owners and leadership of restaurants and cafes to be featured in our monthly editions. Here's a look back at the 11...
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Texas Clerk Fights Off Armed Robber at Local Hotel

A hotel clerk faced down an armed intruder with unexpected bravery, turning a bizarre robbery attempt into an unforgettable moment of courage.
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A New Pet Supply Store Is Planned Near Prosper in Texas

A new pet supply store operated by PetSmart has been formally filed for a commercial development listed under a Prosper address, according to a recent Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation registration. The filing confirms a tenant improvement project rather than a standalone building. The project involves a...

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