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McKinney, Texas To Spray For Mosquitoes After More Positive West Nile Cases
The city of McKinney is taking measures to control mosquitoes after several pools tested positive for the West Nile Virus. To address this public health concern, spraying will be conducted in four designated areas of the city. The spraying will occur between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m., depending on weather conditions, and will cover a one-mile radius around the locations of the positive mosquito pools. The schedule for the spraying is as follows: On Oct. 7, the spraying will take place at 2001 S. Central Expressway. On Oct, 8, it will occur at 1101 E. Louisiana St. The following day, the targeted...
Santa To Make Season’s First Appearance In North Texas On Oct. 17
With the holiday season coming up quickly, the volunteers of Toys for Tots are gearing up to make sure every child in North Texas receives a new gift during this season of giving. The 2024 giving season for Toys for Tots in North Texas will officially launch on Oct. 17, 2024, with a day full of fun at the Monument Realty PGA District, featuring a special appearance by Santa. The event starts at 7 a.m. with Frisco Mayor Jeff Cheney and five-time Super Bowl champion Charles Haley to encourage other North Texas mayors to support the cause. Other guests at the...
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