Gunter, TX

Jam + Toast is a family-owned breakfast spot in Irving and Los Colinas expanding, opening a third location in Frisco. The restaurant will serve the same menu items for breakfast and lunch. The breakfast menu features pancakes, French toast, omelets and crepes. The lunch menu has sandwiches, salads, burgers and paninis. The restaurant will feature fresh-squeezed orange juice, which is something not offered at the other two locations, according to owners Tima and Urim Seferi, along with Zife and Louie Kerimi. The owners will gain possession of the building in July and expect the build-out to take four to five months. The location will be at the Three Corners Plaza at 12335 University Drive, Ste. 100, Frisco.

Former McKinney City Council Member Frederick Frazier is leading in the race for the Republican nomination to represent the Texas House District 61. Frazier has so far collected more votes than candidate Paul Chabot during the May 24 primary runoff election, according to early voting totals. Primary elections occurred March 1, but several races had the top two vote-getters proceed to a runoff election.

According to the U.S. Senate Committee on Small Businesses, minorities make up 32% of the total population, but only 18% own their own business. Some North Texas families are trying to improve these statistics and help build generational wealth for their family's future through entrepreneurship. At the heart of most...

Rez Burger, a restaurant serving chuck beef and vegan burgers, officially opened May 16 at 2960 W. Eldorado Parkway, Ste. 5, in McKinney. The restaurant is self-service and offers burgers, chicken, fries and vegan options for customers. Restaurantgoers can sit in the dining room or on the outdoor patio. Rez Burger prides itself on using fresh ingredients and fresh beef patties for their burgers, according to Manager Charles Nero.

SADLER, Texas (KXII) - The class of 2022 at S&S High School is ready to cross the stage. But there’s one graduate, in particular, who has waited 80 years for this moment. “I never gave it a thought whatsoever,” said graduate Weldon McClane. “This is amazing to me.”

It’s all about the atmosphere at J.Theodore Restaurant & Bar. Walking into the restaurant, guests are greeted by brightly colored murals, brass light fixtures and arches over the bar, below which stand dozens of glass bottles of alcoholic elixirs. The decoration is as intentional as the food, said Derek...

In 2001, tattoo parlors were banned in downtown Plano. This week, the city council voted 5 – 3 to rezone the area, allowing for two tattoo parlors “by right.” More tattoo parlors can open downtown but need to apply for a special permit. “It’s not uncommon at...

McKinney High School held its 132nd commencement exercise on Monday evening, May 23, at the CUTX Event enter in Allen. The welcome address was give by MHS principal Shelly Spaulding, followed by the presentation of colors for MCJROTC Cadet Class of 2022. The senior class address was given by Ana...

Bark ‘n Fetch, a boutique pet store, officially opened May 21 at 6959 Lebanon Road, Ste. 122. The pet store sells treats; pet supplies; and all-natural, premium pet food, according to owner Heather Denton. Denton’s vision for the store came to fruition after struggling to find quality food options for her dog with allergies, she said.

In the flavor wheel of the modern culinary world, Asian and Tex-Mex may be polar opposites. While one is focused more heavily on cold and raw textures, the other finds a haven in red meat, chicken, cheese and flour tortillas. Much like everything else in the contemporary culinary scene, though, they’re mixing. And they’re mixing well.

Fitness business Stretch Lab will open at 1713 Preston Road, Plano. Stretch Lab offers one-on-one stretches customized for patrons’ specific needs and group stretches led by a trained flexologist for up to six participants. The company’s stated goal is to improve flexibility, enhance movement, reduce pain and improve quality of life, according to its Facebook page. An opening date has not been announced, but the company’s website states the Plano location is “coming soon.” 972-641-4444. www.stretchlab.com.

If you enjoy playing a few hands of poker – and raising money for a great cause — the Boys & Girls Clubs of Collin County is planning the perfect event for you. Starting at 6 p.m. Thursday, June 16, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Collin County will play host to the 10th annual Charity Poker Tournament, benefiting the organization.

People walked back and forth downtown Denton as the owners of various historical and vacant buildings answered questions from residents about the possible future for their buildings if they were restored. Saturday’s Imagine the Possibilities Tour allowed residents, investors, history buffs and entrepreneurs to tour various Denton properties that have...

We're talking pizza, and no not the reemergence of Taco Bell's Mexican Pizza, it's National Pizza Party Day on Friday, May 20!

The State Fair 2022 Is Food-Themed, Project Pollo To Be Featured On Shark Tank, Local Restaurant Owner Gives Out Free Baby Formula & More. , our weekly feature that aims to share all the area restaurant, food and beverage industry news that’s fit to print. Except, this is the Internet, so space isn’t a concern. Also: Good thing, because this is Dallas and this town always has breaking restaurant news going down like whoa.

ALLEN, Texas — Boba tea, also known as bubble tea or pearl milk tea, is a daily dose of caffeine that's grown in popularity across Texas. It originated in the 1980's in Taiwan and is a cultural food that is embraced in Dallas-Fort Worth. At Boba Republic in Allen,...

Crunch Fitness, a fitness club located at the intersection of Preston Road and Warren Parkway, has come under new ownership. CR Fitness is the largest franchisee of Crunch Fitness in the southeast region, and has acquired the property. CR Fitness stated it hopes to own and operate 100 fitness clubs by 2026, and that the company is on its way to the goal, currently holding 40 clubs. Crunch Frisco offers cardio and strength training equipment, a group fitness studio, pool, childcare, a cycling studio, saunas, locker rooms and other amenities.

Walmart held a grand reopening ceremony May 13 to celebrate the completion of the remodeling of the Walmart Supercenter located at 12220 FM 423, Frisco. The opening celebration featured a performance from the Braswell High School jazz band and a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Walmart also presented charitable donations to local nonprofits at the celebration.

Curious about Frisco’s upcoming businesses and renovations? The following projects have been filed in the last two weeks through the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. The following information may be subject to change. Type of work: new construction. Timeline: June 1-Nov. 30. Estimated cost: $980,000. Sea of Smiles:...

In North Texas, there is no shortage of master-planned communities that boast resort-style pools and magnificent clubhouses. Tom Woliver, who is the co-founder and president of McKinney-based Oxland Advisors, wanted Painted Tree to be something very different. “Why do what’s already been done here? Why not create something unique?” he...