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DCTA’s FY 2024-25 operating budget approved with 5 new positions
The Denton County Transportation Authority provides transportation services to the public in the greater Lewisville and Denton area. Services include the A-train commuter rail and the Denton Connect Bus. (Courtesy Denton County Transportation Authority) The Denton County Transportation Authority’s fiscal year 2024-25 budget was approved in August with an increase...
Keller ISD board voices opposition to paying $3.34M in recapture
Several board members took issue with the idea of sending money back to the state via attendance credits during the Aug. 22 board meeting. (Mark Fadden/Community Impact) During its regular meeting Aug. 22, the Keller ISD board of trustees approved an agreement for the purchase of $3.34 million in attendance credits despite expressing opposition to its necessity.
3 transportation updates for residents of Highland Village
The traffic signals at Highland Village Road and Brazos Boulevard were upgraded to current technology and Americans with Disabilities Act standards. (Courtesy city of Highland Village) There are three projects in Highland Village that drivers should be aware of in terms of changes to transportation and traffic management heading into...
‘Seafood-forward’ menu available at Pacific Table in Southlake
The menu features a variety of seafood options, including Maine Lobster Roll ($30) pictured here. (Courtesy Pacific Table) Pacific Table opened Aug. 21 in Southlake. "We have been counting down the days to unveil the newest Pacific Table experience to the Southlake community,” FAR Out Hospitality owner Felipe Armenta said in a company news release. “FAR Out Hospitality is committed to pushing the boundaries of culinary, and the Pacific Table expansion represents an exciting new chapter in our journey."
Beverly Hills Fine Rugs & Design under new ownership
Kimberly Thompson bought Beverly Hills Fine Rugs & Design in Southlake in May. She and her husband, Jhawn Thompson, operate the business together. (Courtesy Beverly Hills Fine Rugs & Design) Kimberly Thompson bought Beverly Hills Fine Rugs & Design in Southlake in May. She and her husband, Jhawn Thompson, operate...
Bazooka Charlie’s Barber Co. to offer haircuts, shaves in McKinney
Bazooka Charlie’s Barber Co. will begin a soft opening period at its new McKinney location on Aug. 27, President Justin Goehring said. The barbershop offers haircuts, fades, design work, coloring, perms, facials, and face and neck shaves, according to its website. It also sells retail products and offer a monthly membership program.
NISD creates student Advanced Academics Ambassador program
The inaugural class of Northwest ISD's new Advanced Academics Ambassador program. (Courtesy Northwest ISD) The Northwest ISD Advanced Academics Ambassadors program begins in the 2024-25 school year and includes 40 students who will serve as “the face” of advanced academics in the district. The details. According to a...
TxDOT distributes $156M for public transit efforts statewide
The Eastside Bus Plaza in Austin will be one of the transit stations slated for improvement funding in order to accommodate more intercity passengers. (Community Impact staff) The Texas Department of Transportation approved another $123 million for public transit initiatives July 30. The agency has now earmarked an estimated $156 million to support public transportation connections from rural to urban areas across the state.
Grapevine City Council approves five contracts for police department, public works
The Grapevine Police Department will have a tethered drone to use for security measures as festivals in town. (Cody Thorn/Community Impact) The Grapevine City Council approved five contracts that will benefit the Grapevine Police Department and Public Works Department in its last two meetings. Four were approved during the Aug....
Coolgreens shutters Southlake location
The location that formerly housed Coolgreens is for lease in Southlake. (Cody Thorn/Community Impact) The restaurant offered healthy food options, such as salads, wraps and grain bowls at the Kimball Oaks Shopping Center. The property currently is being offered for lease by Beltway Commercial Real Estate. Cody joined Community Impact...
Pierce to bring luxury body piercing to Southlake
Pierce will hold a grand opening Aug. 31 for the luxury body piercing studio in Southlake. (Cody Thorn/Community Impact) Brothers Josh and Caleb Gonzalez and Abe Peterka have partnered to create Pierce, a luxury body piercing and jewelry studio in Southlake. Caleb Gonzalez says the studio will offer piercings with...
Fast Photonics USA to upgrade manufacturing capability at Richardson facility
Fast Photonics USA is planning to renovate over 11,000 square feet for product assembly, packaging and testing at its facility located at 1231 Columbia Drive. (Connor Pittman/Community Impact) An optical technology communication company, Fast Photonics USA, plans to remodel the interior of a facility located on Columbia Drive in Richardson.
Chris Shacklett becomes new Richardson economic development director
Chris Shacklett will serve as the city's new director of economic development, according to a city news release. (Courtesy city of Richardson) The interim tag has been removed from Chris Shacklett as he is set to become Richardson’s next director of economic development, according to a news release. Shacklett...
Neighborhood Vet Care soon to open in Prosper
Neighborhood Vet Care is set to open in Prosper soon. (Courtesy Pexels) Neighborhood Vet Care is in the process of building a new facility in Prosper and plan to finish in October. The business currently offers a mobile service for small animals only. It offers a variety of services for...
Collin County Transit program to see fare structure change
McKinney Assistant City Manager Kim Flom discussed the fare changes with the McKinney Urban Transit District Board at a Feb. 27 meeting. (Shelbie Hamilton/Community Impact) Editor’s note: The original post has been edited to clarify the planned fare change and include additional information. A new fare structure has been...
Collin County Transit program to see flat-rate fare
McKinney Assistant City Manager Kim Flom discussed the fare changes with the McKinney Urban Transit District Board at a Feb. 27 meeting. (Shelbie Hamilton/Community Impact) A new fare structure has been proposed for Collin County Transit, an eligibility-based public transit program serving McKinney, Prosper, Celina and other Collin County cities.
ParagonED to offer private education in Frisco
ParagonED will open a private school in September in Frisco. (Courtesy Adobe Stock) ParagonED is scheduled to open in Frisco this September. The private school now has an official location and a new opening date. The private school will cater to students kindergarten through twelfth grade. It will partner with...
Garage offers women’s apparel from Stonebriar Centre in Frisco
Garage opened in Stonebriar Centre in Frisco and sells women's apparel. (Dustin Butler/Community Impact) Garage is now open in Frisco. The store, located inside Stonebriar Centre, sells women’s apparel such as dresses and jumpsuits, denim and swimwear. The store will also sell a number of tops in various styles and accessories such as jewelry and handbags.
Luggage, backpacks available at Tumi in Grapevine
Tumi opened July 27 in Grapevine Mills. (Cody Thorn/Community Impact) Tumi opened an outlet store July 27 in Grapevine Mills. The store sells luggage, backpacks, briefcases, laptop bags and more. “Engineered with durable materials like ballistic nylon and leather, our bags are built to perform beautifully through journey after journey,”...
Turning Pointe Dance Studio celebrates 20 years of movement in Flower Mound
Turning Pointe Dance Studio opened its first brick-and-mortar location in the Bartonville Town Center in 2005. (Karen Chaney/Community Impact Newspaper) Turning Pointe Dance Studio celebrated 20 years of providing lessons in May. In addition to hosting classes for boys and girls ages 3-18 in styles ranging from tap and ballet...
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