Public hearing set for Allen’s proposed budget, tax rate
A public hearing for the proposed fiscal year 2025-26 budget and tax rate will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 9. The proposed budget decreases the city's tax rate to 41.54 cents per $100 of assessed property value. This rate is a reduction of 0.21 cents from the previous year's tax rate of 41.75 cents. At a property tax...
Volleyball Recap: Van Alstyne Puts Losing Streak Behind Them
Van Alstyne came into Friday's contest having lost four straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They walked away with a 2-0 win over the Krum Bobcats on Friday. The game was the first time the Panthers have beaten the Bobcats on their court since August 19, 2022.
White Castle Plans to Bring its First Restaurant to Texas in 2026
Columbus, Ohio — White Castle, America’s fast-food pioneer and the company behind The Original Slider®, has made a monumental announcement. For the first time in its 104 years, the family-owned business is opening a restaurant in Texas. For inaugural location will be in The Colony. The White...
The Top 3 Fastest Growing Wealthy Suburbs in the U.S. are in Texas
Well, they say everything’s bigger in Texas. That includes the bank accounts. Take a look at the 3 Texas suburbs that topped the list of the nation’s fastest-growing wealthy areas, according to GOBankingRates.
McKinney considering development code amendments after SB 840 passes
City Planning Manager Hayley Williams speaks about House Bill 24 during a joint meeting between McKinney City Council and the city's Planning and Zoning Commission held Aug. 19. (Colby Farr/Community Impact) McKinney officials are considering changes to the city’s Unified Development Code as Senate Bill 840 is slated...
Farmersville ISD teacher under investigation, accused of using excessive force on student
FARMERSVILLE, Texas — A Farmersville ISD mother is demanding justice after she said her six-year-old son was hurt by his teacher inside a classroom. Montana Williams said her son, Bobby Jaxx, who is in a special education program at Tatum Elementary, came home last Friday and told her what happened.
Cross country races into next meet
Cross country will compete in the TSC invitational Meet at Sherman Middle School Saturday. The team plans to push through the difficulties through this meet and keep a clear head. To junior Hailey Arashiro, the most important thing this meet is making a personal record. “I hope to get a...
In McKinney, Home Makeovers Mean Something Totally Different
Having covered thousands of luxury properties over the years, we’ve seen our share of home makeovers. From simple renovations to complete remodels, it’s always exciting to see what a home can be in its next era. However, when we see these updates, the home is rarely rendered unrecognizable. It’s only when budget,...
Saturation Saturday: Police increase patrols, offer free rides to prevent drunk driving
MESQUITE, Texas - Law enforcement across North Texas and Mothers Against Drunk Driving continue to sound the warning that "Saturation Saturday" is this weekend. It’s heightened activity against drunken driving in advance of the big Labor Day weekend. Saturation Saturday. What we know:. Aug. 23 marks Mothers Against...
North Texas Food Bank kicks off 12th peanut butter drive
The North Texas Food Bank is calling on the community to help fight hunger through its 12th annual peanut butter drive. NTFB aims to collect 100,000 pounds of peanut butter and raise $350,000 to support families across the region. NTFB ’s annual peanut butter drive serves as a way for communities to make a...