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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...
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...
3 recent actions recently taken by Flower Mound Town Council
The site of Trotter Park sits empty now, but the park will offer an array of amenities when it opens in a few years. (Don Munsch/Community Impact) Here’s a list of three recent actions recently taken by the Flower Mound Town Council:. At its June 17 meeting, Flower Mound...
Flower Mound council OKs site plan for Argyle ISD stadium, indoor center
This is a rendering of Argyle ISD's new stadium, to be built near Argyle High School. (Courtesy of VLK Architects) Construction should be able to kick off soon at the new Argyle ISD football stadium, after the project cleared a site-related hurdle at the Flower Mound Town Council meeting July 1.
New McDonald's location planned for University Drive in McKinney
A new McDonald's is expected to be constructed in west McKinney. (Courtesy Adobe Stock) A new McDonald’s location is expected to be constructed in west McKinney, according to city documents. McKinney Planning and Zoning commission members unanimously approved a request for a site plan exception to allow for the...
McKinney council members approve $126.4M bond issuance for city projects
Investment and Treasury Manager Kelvin Bryant presented information about the bond sales to McKinney City Council members at a June 25 special meeting. (Shelbie Hamilton/Community Impact) Bonds for the city of McKinney that will be used to finance several projects have been sold, according to a report given to McKinney...
Associa plans headquarters move to Richardson
Associa plans to move its headquarters to Richardson within two office spaces. (Connor Pittman/Community Impact) A Dallas-based property management company, Associa plans to relocate its headquarters to Richardson, according to a city news release. The company plans to invest $55.5 million for the relocation and creation of 250 jobs—along with...
Childress Engineering Services receives grant to relocate within Richardson
Childress Engineering Services will receive around $60,000 from the city to cover necessary fees and a tenant improvement grant as it moves into a new office at 2505 N. Plano Road. (Connor Pittman/Community Impact) Childress Engineering Services, which has a Richardson office, is set to move into a new location...
Pollo Campero to bring citrus-grilled chicken and fried chicken to Fort Worth
Pollo Campero specializes in fried and grilled chicken items. (Courtesy Pollo Campero) Pollo Campero will open a new location in the Alliance area of Fort Worth. Originating from Guatemala more than 50 years ago, the business specializes in fried and citrus-grilled chicken with family recipes passed down from generation to generation, according to the company website. The restaurant also offers empanadas, salads and bowls, plus sides like sweet plantains and yuca fries.
Roanoke council approves electrical upgrades, contract extension for city manager
Cody Petree has been the city manager in Roanoke since January 2023. (Mark Fadden/Community Impact) Holidays could be brighter for Roanoke as City Council on July 9 approved a bid for electrical improvements along Oak Street that should help for lighting purposes during the holiday season. At the meeting, council...
StretchLab debuts location in west McKinney
The business offers assisted stretching classes in a group as well as one-on-one services. (Courtesy StretchLab) StretchLab is now open in McKinney, according to a representative of the business. The details. The business offers assisted stretching classes in a group or one-on-one services as well as membership options. The assisted...
Plano ISD appoints principals for 2 senior high schools
Plano ISD has appointed new principals for Plano Senior High School and Plano West Senior High School. (Michael Crouchley/Community Impact) Plano ISD has appointed new principals for two of its senior high schools for the upcoming school year. Kennitra Robertson and Billie-Jean Lee were appointed as principals of Plano Senior...
AutoZone offers car parts from south Frisco location
AutoZone is open in south Frisco and sells auto part replacements and more. (Dustin Butler/Community Impact) A new AutoZone has opened in Frisco. The store sells automotive replacement parts, accessories and vehicle maintenance items. This is the second Frisco location for the Memphis-based business, which has over 6,000 stores nationwide, including just over 700 in Texas, according to the company’s website.
Coppell City Council approves water conservation ordinance
The council approved a new ordinance that adjusted non-watering times, reduced the weekly water limit in each drought stage and increased the fine for violations. (Jonathan Perriello/ Community Impact) Coppell residents will be limited to watering two days a week for five months out of the year after City Council...
Kumon offers tutor services in Celina
Kumon offers services for students beginning at 3 years old, according to its website. (Courtesy Adobe Stock) Kumon Math and Reading Center is now open in Celina. The center offers tutoring services that allow students to advance at their own pace, according to the company website. Along with tutoring, the center also helps students build their study skills and reduce test anxiety.
Celina council asks economic development corporation board to reapply for positions
Some Celina City Council members grouped together and have a discussion after a July 9 meeting. Earlier in the meeting, council members requested all of the city's economic development corporation board members reapply for their positions. (Alex Reece/Community Impact) The Celina Economic Development Corporation board could soon see a change...
American Family Care Urgent Care treats medical needs in Coppell
American Family Care Urgent Care opened its doors in Coppell on July 11. (Courtesy Adobe Stock) American Family Care Urgent Care has opened in Coppell. The urgent care clinic treats non-life threatening injuries and illnesses, in addition to offering vaccines and lab testing services. The clinic is open from 8 a.m.-8 p.m. daily.
Bears and Bellas to offer pet grooming services in north Frisco
The pet grooming business Bears and Bellas is expected to open in early August. (Courtesy Bears and Bellas Grooming) A new pet grooming business is opening in Frisco. Bears and Bellas Grooming is expected to open in early August, owner Amanda Havel said. Once open, it will offer grooming services for dogs including baths and facial treatments.
Ramen Akira offers ramen in Frisco
Ramen Akira offers a variety of ramen. (Courtesy Ramen Akira) The Japanese restaurant offers a variety of ramen along with rice dishes. Menu items at Ramen Akira include bluefin and avocado carpaccio, spicy garlic chicken ramen, curry rice, and deep-fried soft shell crab. Samantha is the editor for the Frisco...
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