‘The greatest part of me is gone’ | Father of teenager who died on...
AUSTIN, Texas — When talking about his 17-year-old son Irewamiri Shote, or "Ire," Omololu Shote still speaks with pride. "He's always happy, and he loves helping other people," Omololu Shote said. "Everybody loves him. I've never for once had any trouble with him." Ire Shote just finished his junior...
What Storm Sirens In Collin County Actually Mean
When outdoor warning sirens sound across North Texas, many assume it means a tornado is nearby. But despite the association, these sirens aren’t reserved for tornadoes alone. On the evening of June 8, 2025, powerful storms swept through North Texas, bringing wind gusts of up to 65 miles per hour . Collin County...
Perspire Sauna Studio to offer infrared light therapy in McKinney
Perspire Sauna Studio is slated to open in September in McKinney. (Courtesy Perspire Sauna Studio) Perspire Sauna Studio is slated to open fall 2025 in McKinney, a company representative said. The health industry franchise will offer clinical-grade red light therapy which is used “as part of treatments for...
Nostalgic treats galore at Mom & Popcorn in downtown McKinney
Mom & Popcorn, a popcorn and candy shop in McKinney, has been serving up nostalgia since 2006 with a wide range of popcorn flavors and a variety of sweet treats.
DART to hold community meetings in Richardson, Plano for proposed fare and service changes
Dallas Area Rapid Transit is holding community impacts in Richardson and Plano regarding potential service and rate changes. (Community Impact staff) Dallas Area Rapid Transit is hosting a series of community meetings across its service area, including Richardson and Plano, according to a news release issued by the...
Texas Oncology Breaks Ground on $120M Flagship and Medical City’s New CMO
Texas Oncology broke ground on a $120 million flagship facility in Plano. It will be the city’s first full-service Texas Oncology center. Texas Oncology has four locations, which will be consolidated into one spot so patient care can be more efficient and comprehensive. The 100,000 sq. feet facility is scheduled to...
STRIVE Arranges Sale of 7,026-Square-Foot Retail Property in McKinney, Texas
McKinney, Texas — STRIVE has arranged the sale of 380 North A, a 7,026-square-foot retail property located at W. University Drive in McKinney. Built in 2024, the property was fully leased at the time of sale. Tenants include Fire Bowl Café, Revolution Barbershop and Soccer Corner. Hudson Lambert and Jennifer Pierson...
Keke’s Breakfast Cafe offers waffles, paninis in Plano
Keke’s Breakfast Cafe opened May 29 in Plano. (Courtesy Keke’s) Keke’s Breakfast Cafe recently opened in Coit Marketplace in Plano, a company representative said in an email. The eatery’s breakfast menu features apple-cinnamon waffles, buttermilk pancakes, egg and cheese sandwich, and more. The lunch options include...
“Lemonade and Leashes” raises money for animals at Garland Animal Shelter
An 8-year-old animal welfare advocate served up refreshing lemonade to raise awareness and help dogs at the Garland Animal Shelter.
TFCU expands into Texas following merger with LiFE Federal Credit Union
OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — Tinker Federal Credit Union (TFCU) has expanded its reach into Texas following a merger with LiFE Federal Credit Union (LiFE FCU). The merger, which became official on May 19, integrates all LiFE FCU accounts, services, and staff into TFCU. The former LiFE FCU location in...