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Dozens of McKinney Residents Speak Against 'Eyesore' Mosque Moving in Next Door
More than 60 McKinney residents flooded the chambers of a city Planning and Zoning Commission meeting earlier this month, the majority of whom spoke against a proposed mosque that would sit adjacent to their neighborhood. A rezoning application submitted by the McKinney Islamic Association would allow for the construction of...
West Nile Virus Cases Increases In North Texas
As summer continues, bugs and insects are becoming more active. But with the influx of mosquitos, the West Nile Virus is spreading in North Texas. Denton County recently reported the first positive human case of the West Nile Virus in 2024. According to Denton County Public Health, the community member lives in Sanger and was diagnosed with West Nile Virus Neuroinvasive Disease. So far this year, 25 mosquito traps used in Denton County to monitor the virus have tested positive. Other counties such as Collin also tested positive for West Nile virus, however, no human cases were reported. In Collin County, traps...
North Texas Property Values Rise by $16.9 Billion Since Last Year, Dallas CEO Reports
The Central Appraisal Districts for Collin, Dallas, Denton, and Rockwall counties released certified property values on Wednesday, and — shocking no one — the numbers are on the rise. In a memo to council members this week, Dallas Chief Financial Officer Jack Ireland said the new total certified...
JBSA-Randolph Bids Farewell to T-1 Jayhawk and Prepares for T-7
The last remaining T-1 Jayhawk at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, took its final flight to the “Boneyard” at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., earlier this month. With the complete phase-out of the aging trainers at the 99th Flying Training Squadron, the unit is now first in line...
City of McKinney planning to revitalize downtown historic district
McKINNEY – Changes are coming to Downtown McKinney with aim to revitalize the downtown historic district.A developer, M2G Ventures, met with city leaders Tuesday night to discuss the project.Changes would include providing attractive architecture, more parking, grocery stores, open greenspace, family-friendly amenities, hotels and event venues.The city is already seeing some change this year.In June, a trolley service began, modeled after the interurban railway that once ran through downtown. It connects parking space to the city's shops, restaurants, and nightlife, as well as the new city hall and event center now under construction. The city hall project, located on the northwest corner of Throckmorton and Virginia streets, is set to wrap up early next year. The developer will deliver an updated presentation to the public on Monday at 5:30 p.m. at the city council meeting. It will be an opportunity for residents to weigh in with thoughts or questions.
McKinney carves its history into tree trunk with new city project
MCKINNEY, Texas — Instead of removing a dead tree from one of its parks, the city of McKinney is carving its history into the trunk. A pecan tree in Finch Park is being turned into an art project by the city to preserve it and its surrounding history. Finch Park is one of McKinney oldest parks established in the early 1900s, and once featured the city's first swimming pool and zoo.
East McKinney road project to add infrastructure, improve access
A portion of Virginia Street in East McKinney will remain closed during construction. (Preston Ravin/Community Impact) Roads in East McKinney are undergoing infrastructure improvements prior to the opening of the new McKinney City Hall. The details. The project targets East Virginia Street from SH 5 to Throckmorton Street as well...
Committee recommends retaining term lengths, increasing compensation for McKinney City Council
Committee Chair Bill Cox presented recommendations for potential changes to the city charter at a July 23 city council meeting. (Shelbie Hamilton/Community Impact) A committee of community members that reviewed the McKinney city charter recommended that the current term lengths should remain for council members, according to a July 23 City Council meeting presentation.
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