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Frisco Public Library closes Dallas Parkway entrance for construction
One of the entrances into the Frisco Public Library will be closed until mid-August. (Alex Reece/Community Impact) One of the Frisco Public Library’s three driveways closed for construction on July 15. Two-minute impact. The driveway, which offers library guests a way on and off of Dallas Parkway, will be...
Explore 10 businesses now open, coming soon to Keller, Roanoke, northeast Fort Worth
Mo’ Bettahs has opened in northeast Fort Worth. (Courtesy Mo’ Bettahs) Here are a number of businesses that have opened or will open soon in Keller, Roanoke and the northeast part of Fort Worth. Now open. 1. Mo’Bettahs. The restaurant serves Hawaiian-style barbecue. Opened June 14. 3251...
New Age Behavioral Health in Grapevine offers personalized mental health treatment
After eight years of working as a psychiatrist in New York City, Dr. Omotayo Onanuga knew he could reach more patients if he worked in private practice. In order to reach his goal of providing individualized management to patients with various mental health issues, Dr. Onanuga opened New Age Behavioral Health in 2014. Currently located at 833 E. Northwest Highway, Ste. 400, in Grapevine, the practice treats a variety of mental health issues both in person and through online sessions.
Richardson ISD trustees adopt $417M budget with $27.2M shortfall
The Richardson ISD board of trustees adopted a $417 million budget for fiscal year 2024-25. (Courtesy Richardson ISD) Amid growing operational costs, in early June, the Richardson ISD board of trustees adopted a $417 million budget for fiscal year 2024-25 that includes a $27.2 million shortfall. More than $9 million...
Historic Bushong Cabin relocates to Liberty Park Plaza in Grapevine
Crews from H.D. Snow and Sons House Moving, Inc., work to get the Bushong Cabin onto a concrete slab at 201 S. Main St. on July 12 in Grapevine. (Cody Thorn/Community Impact) A log cabin in Grapevine that dates back to 1858 has a new address. The Bushong Cabin moved...
Build-out increases demand for Grapevine housing
The Nash & Berry Townhomes are planned for Grapevine’s transit district overlay, which allows for some higher-density housing in and around downtown. (Rendering courtesy Nick Dean Architect) As Grapevine nears full build-out, officials are taking advantage of redevelopment opportunities, namely in the downtown area’s railroad district, which is where...
Flower Mound committee formed to analyze town needs
Flower Mound's Community Activity Center is one amenity the Blue Ribbon Bond Committee could study for improvements in town. (Don Munsch/Community Impact) A new committee has been established in Flower Mound to formulate recommendations for capital improvements in town. Appointees to the Blue Ribbon Bond Committee were revealed at the...
13 business updates in west McKinney
Jetset Pilates is now open in west McKinney. (Courtesy Jetset Pilates) Here are 13 businesses that are now open, coming soon or have seen other updates in west McKinney. The salon offers a number of services including facials, waxing, lash extensions and more. The McKinney salon is the business's second location, with the first located in Little Elm.
McKinney Education Foundation looks for city support with $500K funding request
Representatives of the McKinney Education Foundation presented a request for funding at a June 18 McKinney City Council meeting. (Shelbie Hamilton/Community Impact) The McKinney Education Foundation is looking to generate more funds for scholarships through a partnership with the city of McKinney. Representatives of the McKinney Education Foundation requested a...
Double Oak residents reminded to conserve water
Double Oak residents are asked to limit watering this summer. (Courtesy Pexels) Twice a week and only at certain times of the day: Double Oak residents are being reminded to follow these and other Upper Trinity Regional Water District watering suggestions this summer. The reminder, which came in a town...
Party Street receives special permit approval in Richardson
Richardson City Council approved a special permit for Party Street during the July 8 meeting. (Connor Pittman/Community Impact) A party and event center founded in Mexico, Party Street is set to open in Richardson. Richardson City Council approved a special permit for the company to operate a nearly 2,800-square-foot special...
Richardson resumes bulky item collections
Richardson trash crews will begin collecting bulky items, such as furniture or large appliances, beginning July 15. (Courtesy Fotolia) Richardson residents will be able to have their bulky items—those that weigh more than 50 pounds—collected starting July 15, according to a city news release. Services for brush and...
Capriotti's Sandwich Shop reopens under new ownership in McKinney
Capriotti's Sandwich Shop offers made-to-order sandwiches as well as salads and soups. (Courtesy Capriotti's Sandwich Shop) Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop has reopened in north McKinney. The shop closed March 1 while transferring to a new owner and reopened July 9, a representative of the company said. The new franchise owner,...
Jam + Toast strives to provide welcoming atmosphere, good food in Frisco
Berry bliss crepes ($14.95) features crepes with fresh blueberries, blackberries and strawberries. (Courtesy Jam + Toast) Zife “Z” Seferi and Tima Dalipi, Jam + Toast co-owners and sisters-in-law, left the Chicago area to open a restaurant in North Texas. The backstory. The restaurant is family owned and operated...
Crumbl Cookies offers rotating menu in Prosper
Crumbl Cookies is now open in Prosper and offers a rotating menu of specialty cookies. (Courtesy Crumbl Cookies) The bakery offers a menu of specialty cookies that rotates weekly. Crumbl Cookies was founded in 2017 and now has more than 1,000 locations in all 50 states, according to a news released.
Coppell has a new reptilian resident
An alligator has been spotted in a small pond behind homes along Castle Creek Drive near Denton Creek. (Jonathan Perriello/ Community Impact) An alligator has been spotted in a small Coppell pond near Denton Creek in the city’s northeast corner. On July 5, Coppell Animal Services was made aware...
Victory Nail Lounge offers nail services in Frisco
Victory Nail Lounge is now open in Frisco and offers a number of services. (Courtesy Pexels) The salon offers a number of services including manicure, pedicure and waxing. Victory Nail Lounge is among several new businesses that have opened in the Lexington Villages shopping center. Features Reporter. Dustin is a...
Prosper council kicks off designs for Coleman Street reconstruction
The designs for Coleman Street will include a repaved road. (Courtesy Fotolia) Designs related to a reconstructed Coleman Street in Prosper are underway. Prosper Town Council members approved a $660,000 contract to design an approximately half-mile stretch of Coleman Street during a June 25 meeting. The designs will include replacing...
Celina Fire Department earns best practices designation, joins ‘most elite departments’ in Texas
Retiring Celina Fire Chief Mark Metdker (center) holds a Best Practices plaque, a new accomplishment for the Celina Fire Department, at a July 9 meeting. (Alex Reece/Community Impact) The Celina Fire Department is now one of fewer than 50 Texas fire departments that have earned the Best Practices designation, a...
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