Samuell Farm in Texas Elevated to Leave No Trace Gold Standard Site, a First...
In a move that solidifies Texas' commitment to nature and sustainability, Samuell Farm has snagged a prestigious title that's a first for the Lone Star State. According to the City of Dallas, the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics has named the park a Gold Standard Site. This honor is a nod to the farm's...
Plano’s Vegan Vibrationz Honored With PETA Award For State Fair First
Plano’s own Vegan Vibrationz has made State Fair of Texas history as the first vendor in the event’s 139-year run to serve exclusively vegan food. The milestone earned the restaurant a Compassionate Business Award from People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). Owned by identical twin brothers Jovan and Josh...
Ugly Mug Coffee House serves variety of beverages in west McKinney
Ugly Mug Coffee House opened Oct. 3 in west McKinney. (Karen Chaney/Community Impact) Ugly Mug Coffee House recently held a soft opening in McKinney’s Shoppes at Stonebridge, owner Jeffrey Poe said. The business sells a variety of drinks, including:. Hot and cold espresso. Tea. Soda. Lemonade. Energy drinks. The...
Frisco City Council backs $12.8M animal facility plan
Frisco City Council members voiced support for a proposed plan that would bring an animal facility to the city through a public-private partnership. During the Oct. 7 work session, council members reviewed plans for an 18,987-square-foot, two-story facility at the intersection of PGA Parkway and Executive Drive. Ken...
North Texas taqueria makes list of top 100 taco spots in the US
CARROLLTON, Texas — Looking for where to get your taco fix for National Taco Day? A North Texas taqueria made a list of the top 100 taco spots in the U.S. Yelp released its 2025 Top 100 Taco Spots in the U.S. as determined by Yelp data and community reviews.
New Details Released For Plano’s Anticipated Massive Luxury Auto Garage
Maranello, a Plano-based luxury auto garage company, is set to break ground on its highly anticipated facility in Q4 2025 and is sharing new renderings of what customers can expect. Construction is expected to take just over a year, with completion projected in roughly 13 months. The 200,000-square-foot complex will...
Celina officials open new, inclusive playground
Children play at Old Celina Park's new playground Oct. 4. (Courtesy Cassie Lee Photography) There’s a new playground in Celina. Situated at Old Celina Park, the new playground officially opened Oct. 4 when city leaders turned out to the park for a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The details. The park was...
Creating Life Long Friendships: Best Buddies at Centennial High School!
FRISCO, TEXAS ーFounded in 1989 by Anthony Kennedy Shriver, Best Buddies has taken off and captured the hearts of individuals across the globe. There is at least one chapter in all 50 states, with 3,000 total chapters globally. What started out as a dream at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C., to make a better...
Crews to focus on Kerr County lake as search for flood victims continues
Texas Task Force 1 will bring in personnel and heavy machinery to extensively search Lake New Ingram and remove debris, county officials say.
The Charming Sri Lankan Restaurant In Texas Locals Swear Has The State’s Best Chicken...
Hidden in plain sight among the sprawling suburban landscape of Farmers Branch, Texas, sits a culinary gem that’s redefining what exceptional dining means in the Lone Star State. Spicy Zest isn’t flashy or pretentious – it’s something far better: authentic, delicious, and memorable in ways that have locals making...

















