These North Texas counties are among best in U.S. for families, new list reveals
Niche, an education ranking and review platform, recently released its 2025 list of the best counties to raise a family in America. Quite a few Texas counties made the list — even a few in North Texas. Niche compiled its rankings based on more than 100 million Niche reviews from surveys and previous rankings, as well...
Gas Monkey Icehouse to Launch of Weekend Brunch Menu
Gas Monkey Icehouse, automotive icon and DFW native Richard Rawling’s restaurant and entertainment destination at Grandscape, is revving up weekends with the launch of its first-ever brunch menu. Blending Texas-sized flavors with Gas Monkey’s signature flair, the new menu brings fresh takes on brunch classics in...
North Texas is getting more public EV charging stations
There are more than 145,000 electric vehicles in North Texas - and that means there’s a need for places to recharge. The North Central Texas Council of Governments is using a $12 million grant to help pay for charging terminals on public properties.
New Walmart set to open soon in Frisco
Walmart carries a range of grocery items, home goods, electronics and more. (Courtesy Walmart) A new Walmart is opening soon in Frisco. The Walmart located at the corner of FM 423 and US 380 is set to open in October, according to a sign posted outside the building. The location will be nearly 197,400 square feet,...
Plano updates school zones on Coit, Legacy
Plano City Council members approved school zone adjustments Aug. 8. (Courtesy Adobe Stock) Plano drivers will experience a change in school zones near Jasper High School, Robinson Middle School and Gulledge Elementary School. What you need to know. The school zone on Legacy just north of the campuses will no...
Pedestrian fatally struck by vehicle on East Parker Road
Milton Ochoa Cifuentes, a 44 year-old male from Plano, died Saturday night after being struck by a vehicle on East Parker Road, police said. The crash occurred around 8:45 p.m. at westbound East Parker Road and N Avenue, according to Plano police. A white Lexus SUV traveling westbound struck a man who was walking...
Lewisville Police Confirm No Public Threat Following East Round Grove Road Shooting, Suspect in...
Following a shooting incident in the 300 Block of East Round Grove Road, the Lewisville Police Department has confirmed that the scene is now clear and there is no ongoing threat to the public. In a recent social media update, the Lewisville Police Department expressed appreciation for the community's cooperation,...
This 63-Year-Old Retired USPS Worker Brings Snow Cones To Mesquite, Texas
It’s never too late to dream again. At 63, Janet Marsh, a retired U.S. Postal Service supervisor, has transformed her retirement years into an inspiring second act as the proud owner of Snow Cone City — the only Black-owned, year-round storefront snow cone shop in Mesquite, Texas. She launched the company to honor...
Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital of Prosper & Frisco offers 24/7 pet care
Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital of Prosper & Frisco opened on Preston Road in Prosper on Aug. 29. (Courtesy Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital of Prosper & Frisco) Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital of Prosper & Frisco is now open in Prosper. The veterinary clinic offers 24/7 services with...
Celina officials table bond committee plans to October
Celina City Council members will consider bond committee appointments at their Oct. 14 meeting. (Jacob Vaughn/Community Impact) Plans for Celina’s bond committee are under review after City Council members tabled a vote on committee appointments to allow more time to clarify the group’s role. What you need to...

















