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Q&A: Meet the candidates for Lewisville City Council, Place 2
Three people are vying for a Place 2 seat on Lewisville City Council in May. (Courtesy Adobe Stock) Lewisville will have three people vying for the Place 2 City Council seat during the May 4 election. Incumbent William J. Meridith is facing challengers Ainsley Stelling and Penny Mallet. Candidates were...
Shredder Ski School coming soon to Richardson
Shredder Ski School will open in Richardson in August or September. (Courtesy Shredder Ski School) Colorado-based indoor ski school Shredder Ski School is set to open in Richardson later this year. The business is geared toward teaching children ages 1-10 how to ski and snowboard, Richardson franchisee Robert Lacey said....
McKinney leaders to contribute land, over $50M in incentives to Sunset Amphitheater project
Michael Kowski, president and chief executive officer of the McKinney Economic Development Corp., presented information at the meeting. (Shelbie Hamilton/Community Impact) Over $50 million in incentives are expected to be given to the developer of the Sunset Amphitheater, Colorado-based Notes Live, as the result of a development agreement approved by McKinney City Council members.
Grapevine council approves overlay for 17-unit townhome development
Grapevine City Council approved a transit district overlay for a 17-unit townhome development during its April 16 meeting. (Rendering courtesy city of Grapevine) A block of townhomes is coming to Grapevine after a request for a transit district overlay was approved for a 1-acre property near the intersection of Jean Street and East Nash Street.
Richardson maintains AAA credit rating, intends to sell $88.5M in bonds
The offer period for $88.5 million in Richardson municipal bonds is set to open April 22. (Connor Pittman/Community Impact) The city of Richardson maintained the highest possible bond rating with two credit rating firms, Moody’s and Standard & Poor’s. City officials say that the AAA rating from Standard...
Preschool Guide: Check out these 10 options in Grapevine, Colleyville, Southlake
Hughes Road Montessori School offers child care for kids up to 6 years old in Grapevine. (Courtesy Hughes Road Montessori) Parents looking for early education opportunities for their children have a number of options to choose from in the Grapevine, Colleyville and Southlake areas. This list is not comprehensive. Adventure...
Buffalo Wild Wings' new location in Grapevine has 80 televisions
Buffalo Wild Wings opened in a new location in Grapevine on April 15. (Courtesy Buffalo Wild Wings) Buffalo Wild Wings opened its doors to a new location in Grapevine that features 80 televisions and 30 beers on tap, according to a news release. The chain sports bar serves chicken tenders,...
Daake Law Firm to open office in Celina
Daake Law Firm is opening an office in Celina. (Courtesy Adobe Stock) Daake Law Firm is opening in Celina. According to the company website, the firm specializes in engineering, planning and land use expertise. The firm also deals in matters related to zoning, annexation and extraterritorial jurisdiction processes. A company...
Bodybar Pilates sets opening date in McKinney
Bodybar Pilates will offer high-velocity, low-impact exercise classes in McKinney. (Courtesy Bodybar Pilates) Franchisee Jennifer Parker said the facility will offer high-intensity, low-impact pilates, adding that classes accommodate all fitness levels. Features Reporter. Dustin is a features reporter, and covers businesses and restaurants in Collin and Dallas counties. He joined...
NCTCOG to seek federal funds for highway congestion relief
The NCTCOG intends to apply for a $20 million federal grant to fund a new pilot program meant to reduce congestion on selected corridors in the region during peak travel times. (Colby Farr/Community Impact) North Texas officials hope to launch a federally funded pilot program to help relieve congestion along...
Prosper invites residents to participate in parks master plan through survey
Prosper residents can help guide the town's maintenance, expansion and development of its parkland and open space by participating in a parks and recreation department survey. (Courtesy town of Prosper) The town of Prosper has 634 acres of park land, 52 miles of trails, 19 playgrounds, and dozens of sports...
NerdsToGo to provide tech services in Plano
NerdsToGo set to open April 18 in Plano. (Courtesy NerdsToGo) NerdsToGo is set to open April 18. This company will focus on providing small businesses with tailored IT solutions and cybersecurity services. Services include computer and IT support, network services, and 24/7 help desk support. On-site visits and remote assistance will be provided.
Plano ISD names new athletic director
Lonnie Jordan was named Plano ISD's new athletic director. (Courtesy Plano ISD) Lonnie Jordan is taking over as Plano ISD’s new athletic director, the district announced in a news release. What you need to know. Jordan is joining PISD after serving as Highland Park ISD’s athletic director and Richardson...
Richardson nonprofit Network of Community Ministries launches mental health services
Richardson-based nonprofit Network of Community Ministries has added mental health to its list of services. (Community Impact staff) According to Richardson-based Network of Community Ministries, 55% of the millions of Texans diagnosed with a mental health condition do not or cannot seek treatment. The local nonprofit is looking to help fix that with the addition of new services.
Tom Thumb opens in north Frisco
Frisco's third Tom Thumb is now open. (Samantha Douty/Community Impact) A third Tom Thumb grocery store is now open in Frisco. Store representatives, Frisco residents and developers celebrated the new store with a grand opening April 17. “It’s an exciting day here in Frisco,” Mayor Jeff Cheney said.
SweatHouz to offer sauna suites in north Frisco
The new location will offer private sauna suite, vitamin C-unfused showers and more, according to its website. (Courtesy SweatHouz) SweatHouz is slated to open a Frisco location in mid-May, according to a location representative. The recovery studio chain offers wellness services, such as infrared saunas, cold plunge baths and vitamin...
Community members speak out against proposed concrete batch plant in North Fort Worth
Fort Worth council member Alan Blaylock addresses representatives from TOR Texas, LLC and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality at a public meeting April 15. (Mark Fadden/Community Impact) Several community members, including Alan Blaylock, Fort Worth District 10 council member, and Northwest ISD board President Steve Sprowls, spoke out against...
Firefly Park development takes steps forward 7 years after first discussions
Plans for Firefly Park's north Frisco land have been discussed for years, Mayor Jeff Cheney said. (Alex Reece/Community Impact) Frisco City Council members have signed off on new zoning for Firefly Park, a 265-acre mixed-use development city officials say will complement Frisco’s northern region. What happened?. Council members unanimously...
51-lot Westlake Catalon housing development approved by Westlake council
The Westlake Catalon development will feature 51 houses constructed near Westlake Town Hall. (Rendering courtesy town of Westlake) The town of Westlake approved a proposed 51-lot housing development known as Westlake Catalon during the April 1 meeting. Developer Frank Bonilla will develop a 15.2-acre tract of land off Solana Boulevard,...
Lonestar Electric Supply debuts 3rd Dallas-Fort Worth location in McKinney
The business offers electrical supplies and equipment. (Courtesy Lonestar Electric Supply) Lonestar Electric Supply is now open in McKinney. The electrical distribution facility offers a variety of products used in electrical work, including wire, pipe, lighting supplies and more, Branch Manager Paul Codd said. The business offers products for commercial and residential projects as well as industrial projects. Lonestar Electric Supply also offers equipment rentals.
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