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These 3 Dallas Suburbs Got Top Scores for Safety and Affordability
We always knew that North Texas is a great place to live, but our theory was validated by a recent national study showing that McKinney, Frisco, and Plano are among the top 25 most affordable and safest cities in the country. Elgin, Ill., topped the list compiled by GOBankingRates, which...
Fireworks are mostly illegal in North Texas, but here's where you can still shoot them
DALLAS — Odds are, it is illegal to possess or shoot off fireworks near your North Texas home and if you're caught lighting up a sparkler or firecracker, it could cost you. If you're looking for a sure way to avoid tickets and fines, you can always just attend one of the many events being held throughout North Texas.
Nine area girls compete at Miss Texas Teen
, Nine area girls competed in the Miss Texas Teen competition this past week, June 23-29, at the Eisemann Performance Center in Richardson and brought back multiple honors. In addition to those nine, there were 16 youngsters who attended as Texas Lone Star Princesses. The girls stayed at the Renaissance Hotel in Richardson all week. The nine contestants competed in private interview, health and fitness, talent, evening gown, and onstage conversation. “As a small-town girl that has watched the Miss Texas competition her entire life as well as attending the past seven years, you could never have convinced me that I would one day...
Veteran’s family to receive new home
Retired U.S. Army Sgt. Semeli Toilolo at the Tuesday, June 18, groundbreaking ceremony where he and his family were surprised to learn they will receive a new home being built for them in Lavon. Courtesy photo. Retired U.S. Army Sgt. Semeli Toilolo and his family will receive a new home...
'Devastating Impact': North Texas Cities Consider Paying DART Less Money
Some Dallas Area Rapid Transit member cities are currently considering decreasing their contributions to the public transportation agency. Late last month, for example, the Plano City Council voted to ask the DART board to allow member cities to pay less. DART isn't keen on such an idea, suggesting this would have a rather negative impact on the service it provides.
Garland, Texas Celebrates Governor's Community Achievement Award for Civic Excellence
Garland, a Texas community dedicated to environmental and community betterment, has caught the attention of state leaders with its recent recognition. The city was presented with the 2024 Governor's Community Achievement Award, an honor celebrating diverse aspects of civic excellence from litter prevention to beautification efforts. Garland's pride was on...
Annette Addo-Yobo becomes the first immigrant-born Miss Texas
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)– The Miss Texas Organization continues to make history with its titleholders. Annette Addo-Yobo was crowned Miss Texas on Saturday, June 29th in the city of Richardson, Texas, making history as the first immigrant-born representative to hold the title. A U.S. Immigrant or foreign-born, is classified as anyone who was not a U.S. […]
Part 2 with Miss Texas: Autism Advocate and Former Caregiver
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)-The 87th Miss Texas was selected in Richardson, Texas on Saturday, June 29h. Annette Addo-Yobo was crowned the new Miss Texas and will spend her year serving and traveling as an ambassador of the Lonestar state and Miss America program. “I have always been an advocate, since I was 6 years old” said […]
A helping paw for those who served
A non-profit organization in North Texas is making a difference in the lives of many disabled American veterans. “I did not know how much he was going to change my life though because the dogs we had in the military, their service was totally different than what this is. He's dedicated totally to me. He wakes me up from night terrors or he lays down on me. There's no way to do away with PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder), but they help you manage it,” said Brian Reece, a United States Marine Corps veteran who received a service dog through Patriot PAWS.
Federal aid granted to county governments in North Texas following major storms
15 counties have been added to the state's long list for help due to the severe weather and flooding that began April 26. Bosque, Cooke, Fannin, Hamilton Henderson, Kaufman, Rockwall, and Van Zandt counties are included in the latest round of federal disaster assistance. The announcement was made Tuesday morning...
New FEMA disaster recovery center opens in Dallas County
A disaster recovery center operated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency opened at the Dallas College Eastfield Campus in Mesquite on July 2. (Connor Pittman/Community Impact) Dallas County residents have a new way and an extended deadline to seek aid following severe weather that tore through the region between April...
McKinney ISD to invest $1.27M in weapon detection systems
Evolv's weapon detection systems will be installed at McKinney ISD's three high schools, Disciplinary Alternative Education Program campus and the MISD stadium. (Courtesy McKinney ISD) Five McKinney ISD campuses and facilities will be getting new weapon detection systems in the 2024-25 school year. The $1.27 million purchase of Evolv security...
Council postpones road closure vote
The Murphy Public Works Department is considering solutions to the repeated problem of motorists failing to stop where eastbound Renner Road dead-ends at Tall Tree Drive. There have been several accidents at that location over the past 18 years, including a car running into a house on Christmas, 2020. The...
Balancing future infrastructure projects, challenges
City Manager Aretha Adams wants to enhance Murphy’s infrastructure, parks and public amenities, but needs to balance those improvements with current challenges in staffing and funding. Mayor Scott Bradley opened a Wednesday, June 26, FY25 budget work session to discuss proposed Capital Improvement Plan projects, the Murphy Municipal Development...
Economic Development Forum, Part 2
You’re invited to our Economic Development Forum, Part 2, scheduled for July 16, 2024, at Liberty Hall at the Rockwall County Courthouse, 1111 E. Yellowjacket Ln, from 5 to 7 pm. The forum will revisit a range of topics including county demographics, population projections in different areas, current and...
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