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DCTA board votes to dissolve North Texas Mobility Corporation
The Denton County Transportation Authority's board of directors voted to dissolve the North Texas Mobility Corporation which employed bus operations and support staff for the DCTA. (Courtesy Denton County Transportation Authority) The Denton County Transportation Authority’s board of directors voted to dissolve the North Texas Mobility Corporation during a June...
Old Town Lewisville to see new beer garden next spring
The establishment will be similar in concept to John Williams' establishments Miss Angeline’s and Eastside with an array of whiskey and tequila, and an extensive list of house and tapped cocktails. (Courtesy Miss Angeline's) By spring 2025, the former Salvation Army building at the corner of Charles and Main...
Prosper raises homestead tax exemption to 17.5%
Prosper's new homestead exemption rate is expected to save qualifying homeowners a little over $100 each year. (Courtesy Adobe Stock) Prosper Town Council members approved raising the town’s homestead tax exemption from 15% to 17.5% during a June 25 meeting. The 2.5% increase is expected to save qualifying residents...
Check out 6 road projects in Frisco
Construction is going on throughout Frisco with several road projects underway or coming soon. (Courtesy Pexels) Here are six road projects that are under construction or will soon break ground in Frisco. Ongoing projects. 1. Frisco Street construction. Project:. The project will construct a two-lane roadway from Universal Parkway to...
Fort Worth council appoints new chief judge, deputy chief judge for municipal court
Chief Judge Simon C. González and Deputy Chief Judge Andrew Bradshaw have worked for the Fort Worth Municipal Court for many years. (Courtesy city of Fort Worth) Fort Worth City Council appointed a new chief judge and deputy chief judge to the Fort Worth Municipal Court during its regular meeting June 25.
Carroll ISD provides update on superintendent search, new teacher hiring
Dr. Lane Ledbetter was hired as Carroll ISD's superintendent Dec. 11, 2020. (Community Impact staff) Carroll ISD Board President Cam Bryan provided an update on the board’s search for a new superintendent while current Superintendent Lane Ledbetter gave a report on the status of hiring new teachers for the 2024-25 school year.
Fort Worth officials update stormwater regulations to improve flood safety
Updated stormwater regulations will help residents assess their flood risk and take steps to protect their homes or businesses. (Community Impact staff) Fort Worth council members voted June 11 to adopt changes to how and where the city of Fort Worth establishes and regulates flood risk areas. The details. According...
Downtown McKinney trolley to debut July 5
The McKinney Downtown Trolley will begin operations July 5. (Courtesy city of McKinney) A new public transportation option is set to debut in Historic Downtown McKinney. The McKinney Downtown Trolley will begin operating on July 5, according to city staff. The details. The new trolley will offer rides on a...
BeforeDuringAfter: A new approach to helping small businesses through disasters
The northeast part of Harris County as well as areas around Lake Houston and Kingwood were heavily affected by flooding in early May. (Courtesy Kevin Bondy) A new initiative has launched to help small businesses and communities in Texas recover after natural disasters. BeforeDuringAfter is a multifunctional website that provides...
Dallas, Collin colleges look to tackle nursing shortage
Nursing students at Collin College take part in a training lab in 2023. (Courtesy Nick Young/Collin College) Local colleges are adding to their programming to increase the number of nurses in the community to meet a growing demand in the region. Earlier this year, Dallas College launched a new Bachelor...
McKinney leaders increase property tax exemption, implement child care center tax exemption
Chief Financial Officer Mark Holloway presented information on potential tax exemptions to McKinney City Council members at a June 18 work session meeting. (Shelbie Hamilton/Community Impact) McKinney City Council unanimously approved increasing the residential homestead exemption from $85,000 to $90,000 for residents age 65 and older as well as individuals...
American Airlines adds flights to Veracruz from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport
American Airlines is now offering daily flights to Veracruz, Mexico from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. (Cody Thorn/Community Impact) American Airlines announced new service was added on June 12 from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport to Veracruz, Mexico. The addition marks the 26th nonstop route from Dallas to Mexico, and daily flights will be offered now to Veracruz International Airport, according to a news release.
Netflix House coming to Galleria in 2025
One of two Netflix House locations in the United States is set to open in the Galleria in Dallas in 2025. (Rendering courtesy of Netflix) An experiential entertainment venue inspired by a streaming service’s favorites, Netflix House, is coming to the Galleria in Dallas next year, according to a news release.
Plano council creates 2025 bond advisory committee
Plano City Council approved the creation of a citizens bond advisory committee during the June 24 meeting. (Connor Pittman/Community Impact) Residents could soon be appointed to a new Plano commission, which will review and recommend projects to be included in a 2025 bond referendum. Plano City Council approved the creation...
XL Pro Staffing and Consulting to use 100K grant for Richardson relocation
XL Pro Staffing and Consulting will receive a $100,000 building modernization grant from the city of Richardson to help enhance the site of their new company headquarters. (Connor Pittman/Community Impact) The city of Richardson has awarded a building modernization grant worth $100,000 to job placement and training firm XL Pro...
Celina ISD increases school meal prices for inflation, federal compliance
Celina ISD's meal prices will be higher in the 2024-25 school year to due to inflation and compliance with federal guidelines. (Courtesy Adobe Stock) Celina ISD's school breakfast and lunch will cost more in the 2024-25 school year. Increasing student meal pricing was approved by the board of trustees June...
Cook Children's officials announce legal action to stop contract decision affecting Tarrant County service area
Cook Children’s Health Plan officials held a news conference June 26 to announce legal action designed to stop the Texas Health and Human Services Commission from taking away its longstanding contract for Medicaid STAR and CHIP programs. (Courtesy Adobe Stock) Samuel and Kathy Grace Sudolcan don’t want to have...
The Antique Table Cafe to offer sandwiches more in Richardson
The Antique Table Cafe is opening soon in Richardson inside Cottonwood Market Antique Mall. (Dustin Butler/Community Impact) The Antique Table Cafe is opening soon in Richardson. The restaurant will be located within Cottonwood Market Antique Mall in the Dal Rich Town Square shopping center. It will serve appetizers and light...
Coppell city offices to close July 4
Coppell administrative offices will be closed July 4. (Connor Pittman/Community Impact) Editor's note: This article has been updated with outdoor pool hours on July 4, which will be from 1-6 p.m. Coppell administrative offices will be closed July 4, according to a city news release. All city offices and facilities...
Daqs & Oxtails serves daiquiris and Cajun food in Plano
Daqs & Oxtails team member Adoree Vandunk pours a daiquiri. (Karen Chaney/Community Impact) Daqs & Oxtails opened in Plano May 30. The daiquiri menu is divided into three categories: strong, sweet and mild. Daiquiris are available in medium and large servings as well as half gallon and gallon containers. Daiquiris can be purchased inside and via a drive-thru window.
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