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New FEMA disaster recovery center opens in Dallas County
A disaster recovery center operated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency opened at the Dallas College Eastfield Campus in Mesquite on July 2. (Connor Pittman/Community Impact) Dallas County residents have a new way and an extended deadline to seek aid following severe weather that tore through the region between April...
Bombay Republic bringing North Indian cuisine to Richardson
Bombay Republic in Richardson is expected to open July 10. (Connor Pittman/Community Impact) A new restaurant specializing in North Indian and continental cuisine, Bombay Republic, is opening soon in Richardson’s Eastside development. The restaurant’s menu includes a Mumbai street food-inspired menu, such as a peri peri paneer—cottage cheese sauteed...
MillHouse McKinney reaches five years of supporting women entrepreneurs
The MillHouse organizations are led by (from left) CEO and Executive Director Beth Beck, Creative Services Director Aimee Woolverton and Art Director Dana Brock. (Courtesy MillHouse McKinney) MillHouse McKinney surpassed five years of operations on June 19, CEO and Executive Director Beth Beck said. The details. The business includes two...
Aliana Salon offers beauty services in McKinney
Aliana Salon is now open in McKinney and offers several beauty services. (Dustin Butler/Community Impact) The salon offers a number of services including facials, waxing, lash extensions and more. The McKinney salon is the businesses's second location, with the first located in Little Elm. Features Reporter. Dustin is a features...
McKinney ISD to invest $1.27M in weapon detection systems
Evolv's weapon detection systems will be installed at McKinney ISD's three high schools, Disciplinary Alternative Education Program campus and the MISD stadium. (Courtesy McKinney ISD) Five McKinney ISD campuses and facilities will be getting new weapon detection systems in the 2024-25 school year. The $1.27 million purchase of Evolv security...
Frontier Airlines adds direct flight to Boston from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport
Frontier Airlines will add a new route from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport to Boston on Aug. 14. (Courtesy Frontier Airlines) Frontier Airlines has added a number of new routes at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport. The Denver-based company will fly direct four times per week to Boston on Aug. 14, according...
Frisco library, city hall to close July 4
Multiple city facilities will be closed July 4 in observance of Independence Day. The city will also be holdings its annual Freedom Fest July 3-4, which includes a fireworks show at Toyota Stadium. (Courtesy city of Frisco) Multiple Frisco facilities, including the library, will close July 4 to observe—and celebrate—Independence...
Squishable selling stuffed animals, foods in Grapevine
Squishable sells a variety of stuff toys, including pineapples and avocados in Grapevine. (Cody Thorn/Community Impact) The New York-based company, founded in 2007, opened its third location in Texas. Previously opened stores are in McAllen and Dallas. The store sells soft, stuffed animals or foods. Size ranges include mini, regular...
Local pyrotechnician doctor discusses fireworks safety ahead of holiday
Dr. Rob Hruska is a neurosurgeon and a certified pyrotechnician. Every July Fourth, he showcases fireworks on his family’s property in La Grange, Texas. He is pictured here preparing for this week’s show. (Courtesy Dr. Rob Hruska) Dr. Rob Hruska is a neurosurgeon and member of Texas Health...
Tsaocaa set to serve fried chicken, bubble tea in Plano
Tsaocaa is scheduled to open at the end of August in Plano. (Karen Chaney/Community Impact) Tsaocaa is scheduled to open at the end of August in Plano. A company representative said in an email that Tsaocaa will serve fried chicken, chicken sandwiches, bubble tea, fruit tea and egg waffles. Feature...
La La Land Kind to serve coffee in new Plano location
La La Land Kind Cafe is set to open a second Plano location. (Courtesy La La Land Kind) A new La La Land Kind Cafe location is set for the Shops at Legacy East in Plano, according to a Facebook post from the shopping center. The coffee shop serves a...
Motorists, pedestrians to see signage changes in west Flower Mound area
A rectangular rapid flashing beacon will be installed just before this intersection on Denton Creek Boulevard at Dolan Falls Drive to give drivers notice that a pedestrian crossing lies straight ahead. (Don Munsch/Community Impact) Flower Mound motorists and pedestrians will notice some changes in signage on the west side of...
SweetFrog to serve frozen treats soon in Keller
SweetFrog offers a wide variety of premium frozen yogurts and toppings. (Courtesy SweetFrog) SweetFrog will soon be a new tenant in Keller Town Center. A city of Keller news release states that SweetFrog offers a wide variety of premium frozen yogurts, with flavors such as:. Salted caramel popcorn. My little...
Splash and Dash Groomerie & Boutique offers pet grooming services, more in Prosper
Splash and Dash Groomerie & Boutique is now open in Prosper and offers a number of goods and services related to pet care. (Courtesy Adobe Stock) Splash and Dash Groomerie & Boutique is now open in Prosper. The business offers a number of services for pets including grooming and bathing....
Check out 12 business updates in north Frisco
Frisco's first Dutch Bros location is now open. (Courtesy Dutch Bros) Here are 12 businesses that are coming soon, now open, relocated and more in north Frisco. The pizzeria offers pizza, salads, bread and dessert. Patrons can choose from menu items or build their own pizza. Opened June 18. 11411...
Carroll ISD to accept budget reduction committee applications starting July 22
The committee will be comprised of approximately 20 members of the community along with board members, principals and other district staff members. (Courtesy Pexels) To address potential budget shortfalls for the 2024-25 fiscal year, Carroll ISD officials have created a budget reduction advisory committee. Community members can volunteer to serve on the committee and the district will begin accepting applications July 22.
Ooh La La offers spa services in Frisco
Ooh La La Nail and Spa is now open in Frisco. (Dustin Butler/Community Impact) The facility offers pedicure, manicure, facials and waxing. In addition, Ooh La La has VIP treatment rooms and a party room for up to 10 people. Features Reporter. Dustin is a features reporter, and covers businesses...
New facilities serve growing need for behavioral health care services in McKinney
Lifepath Systems' new headquarters facility is under construction in north McKinney and is expected to debut in May 2025. (Courtesy Lifepath Systems) As the population in McKinney grows, the need for behavioral health services is outpacing growth in services, said Dana Bickford, president of the Coalition for Behavioral Healthcare in Collin County.
Cubana Grille to bring Nigerian, Jamaican flavors to McKinney
Cubana Grille is set to open soon in McKinney. (Shelbie Hamilton/Community Impact) A new restaurant, Cubana Grille, is coming to McKinney in early July. The upscale Nigerian-Jamaican fusion restaurant will serve wraps, fish, turkey and more, a representative of the restaurant said. Cubana Grille will offer private event rooms and hosts holiday events. The restaurant will also offer various order pickup options.
Q&A: Get to know Roanoke's economic development manager
Siale Langi is the economic development manager in Roanoke and began his job on April 1. (Don Munsch/Community Impact) Siale Langi started April 1 at the city of Roanoke as the economic development manager, but he has been doing municipal work since 2019. Langi brings both life and work experience...
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