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What you need to know about Richardson fireworks, holiday hours
Several Richardson facilities will be closed July 4 in observance of Independence Day. (Connor Pittman/Community Impact) Ahead of the Independence Day holiday, Richardson facilities have announced special hours, according to a news release. Because of the holiday, regular trash and recycling services, along with storm debris collections, will not take...
Crush It Sports debuts expansion in Grapevine
The Crush It Sports expansion features six duckpin bowling lanes in Grapevine. (Cody Thorn/Community Impact) Crush It Sports' expansion is complete and opened on June 29 in Grapevine. Owner Mike Speets debuted a 3,800-square-foot addition to the restaurant that includes duckpin bowling, arcade games and interactive dart games. The business...
Local emergency doctor shares safety tips for fireworks, heat ahead of July Fourth
Dr. David Lim, the emergency department director for Baptist Health System, said attending a professional fireworks show is the safest way to enjoy fireworks for July Fourth. (Courtesy Visit Bastrop) As Texans head out for the Fourth of July, Dr. David Lim is reminding people to stay hydrated, be aware...
The Liquor Yard sells spirits, more in McKinney
The Liquor Yard is now open in McKinney. (Courtesy Pexels) The family-owned store sells a variety of liquors such as vodka, whiskey, tequila and more. The store also sells beer and wine. Features Reporter. Dustin is a features reporter, and covers businesses and restaurants in Collin and Dallas counties. He...
Bonchon to open soon in Richardson
Bonchon is expected to open in July in Richardson. (Courtesy Bonchon) Bonchon Korean Fried Chicken will soon offer its double-fried chicken in Richardson. The restaurant is in the final stages of construction before opening, a company representative said. Along with fried chicken, Bonchon offers chicken katsu, fried rice, tacos and more.
Frisco’s Kaleidoscope Park hits construction milestone with new butterfly-inspired sculpture
Work to bring a new Frisco community park is in its last four months of construction as the sculpture "Butterfly Rest Stop" is installed—a major milestone for the parks project. (Alex Reece/Community Impact) North Texas’ biggest public art piece now has a home in a soon-to-be-open Frisco park.
Graze Craze offers charcuterie boards in Frisco
Graze Craze is now open in Frisco and sells charcuterie boards. (Dustin Butler/Community Impact) Graze Craze is now open in Frisco. The store offers charcuterie boards featuring a mix of cheese, meat, vegetables and fruit. Graze Craze also offers a smaller board designed to be a small meal for one person and char-cuter-cups, which is a small charcuterie meant to fit inside of a cupholder. Vegetarian keto options are also available.
Northwest ISD officials focus on cybersecurity in 2024-29 technology plan
Two key components in the district's long-range technology plan are cybersecurity and data governance. (Courtesy Pexels) Northwest ISD board members received an update on the district’s long-range technology plan during their regular meeting June 24. A presentation by Chief Technology Officer Cara Carter outlined the district's technology plan for...
Carroll ISD board president provides Title IX lawsuit update
Title IX has sought to eliminate discrimination against women in education, and to provide men and women with equal educational opportunity. (Cody Thorn/Community Impact) Carroll ISD board President Cam Bryan updated district residents on the status of the district’s Title IX lawsuit during the board’s regular meeting June 24.
What to expect in Fort Worth for July Fourth
Fort Worth Fourth's fireworks show will begin at approximately 9:30 p.m. on the Fourth of July. (Courtesy city of Fort Worth) The city of Fort Worth will host its 17th annual Fort Worth’s Fourth celebration. City officials also have a few reminders about city services and fireworks. The details.
Birdcall to serve chicken sandwiches, tenders in Prosper
Colorado-based restaurant Birdcall is opening soon in Prosper. (Courtesy Birdcall) Birdcall is opening next year in Prosper. The Colorado-based restaurant serves made-to-order chicken sandwiches, tenders, french fries, tater tots and more. The company recently opened a location in Richardson and announced a location in McKinney. Features Reporter. Dustin is a...
Funky Munky offers gourmet shaved ice in south Frisco
Funky Munky Shaved Ice offers gourmet flavor combinations including Bloody Mary (pictured), Key Lime Pie, Pumpkin Pie, Strawberry Cheesecake and more. (Courtesy Funky Munky Shaved Ice) Funky Munky Shaved Ice opened a year-round, brick and mortar stand, location owner Melanie Miller said. The location features a walk-up and drive-thru counter...
Northwest ISD officials highlight growth of district's CTE program
Northwest ISD students enrolled in the CTE program prepare food at the Byron Bistro at Byron Nelson High School. (Courtesy Northwest ISD) Northwest ISD board members received an update on the district’s career and technical education program during their regular meeting June 24. The overview. Kelley Broughton, executive director...
The Bees Knees sells women's clothing, gifts in Argyle
Aimee Buckert opened The Bees Knees in Argyle May 9. (Courtesy The Bees Knees) Aimee Buckert launched The Bees Knees in March 2021 at Painted Tree Boutiques in Highland Village. After noticing a need for closer-to-home shopping options, she opened a second location in Argyle in May. “I often found...
New Celina hospital to address ‘emergency care desert’
Methodist Celina Medical Center will expand health care access in northwest Collin County once construction finishes in 2025. (Courtesy Methodist Health System) Celina residents will have health care options closer to home when Methodist Celina Medical Center—the city’s first hospital—opens in early 2025. The hospital will be...
Celina plans for May 2025 city charter election
Celina officials have until February to go through the proposed amendments compiled by the city charter commission and officially call an election. (Samantha Douty/Community Impact) Celina City Council members are moving forward with plans to bring city charter changes—which could include updating the city’s term limit policy—to the voters....
Plano council could consider changes to Great Update Rebate program in July
Plano City Council could consider changes to the city's Great Update Rebate program in July. (Michael Crouchley/Community Impact) Plano City Council could soon consider changes to the city’s Great Update Rebate program, which was last updated in 2017. Plano staff are refining the program—which provides qualified Plano homeowners city...
DART completes vinyl seat upgrades on light-rail trains
A contract worker prepares to place a vinyl seat on a Dallas Area Rapid Transit light-rail vehicle. (Courtesy Dallas Area Rapid Transit) Dallas Area Rapid Transit officials announced new vinyl seat covers have been added to the agency’s entire light-rail train fleet, according to a June 28 news release.
Fried chicken chain Bojangles plans Lewisville location
Foodcraft Realty One, LLC has received approval to transform 1570 W Main St into a Bojangles fast food restaurant following its June 14 review. (Courtesy Bojangles) Dallas-based Foodcraft Realty One is converting 1570 W. Main St. into a Bojangles fast food restaurant in Lewisville, according to a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
Q&A: Get to know Alena McQuarter, Roanoke resident and city key recipient
Alena McQuarter stands with her mother, Daphne, and Mayor Scooter Gierisch at the Roanoke City Council meeting on June 25. (Don Munsch/Community Impact) Roanoke resident Alena McQuarter was accepted into medical school at 13 years old. Now, she is heading to college in California to earn her Ph.D. Eventually, Alena,...
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