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West Nile Virus Cases Increases In North Texas
As summer continues, bugs and insects are becoming more active. But with the influx of mosquitos, the West Nile Virus is spreading in North Texas. Denton County recently reported the first positive human case of the West Nile Virus in 2024. According to Denton County Public Health, the community member lives in Sanger and was diagnosed with West Nile Virus Neuroinvasive Disease. So far this year, 25 mosquito traps used in Denton County to monitor the virus have tested positive. Other counties such as Collin also tested positive for West Nile virus, however, no human cases were reported. In Collin County, traps...
North Texas Property Values Rise by $16.9 Billion Since Last Year, Dallas CEO Reports
The Central Appraisal Districts for Collin, Dallas, Denton, and Rockwall counties released certified property values on Wednesday, and — shocking no one — the numbers are on the rise. In a memo to council members this week, Dallas Chief Financial Officer Jack Ireland said the new total certified...
McKinney carves its history into tree trunk with new city project
MCKINNEY, Texas — Instead of removing a dead tree from one of its parks, the city of McKinney is carving its history into the trunk. A pecan tree in Finch Park is being turned into an art project by the city to preserve it and its surrounding history. Finch Park is one of McKinney oldest parks established in the early 1900s, and once featured the city's first swimming pool and zoo.
City of McKinney planning to revitalize downtown historic district
McKINNEY – Changes are coming to Downtown McKinney with aim to revitalize the downtown historic district.A developer, M2G Ventures, met with city leaders Tuesday night to discuss the project.Changes would include providing attractive architecture, more parking, grocery stores, open greenspace, family-friendly amenities, hotels and event venues.The city is already seeing some change this year.In June, a trolley service began, modeled after the interurban railway that once ran through downtown. It connects parking space to the city's shops, restaurants, and nightlife, as well as the new city hall and event center now under construction. The city hall project, located on the northwest corner of Throckmorton and Virginia streets, is set to wrap up early next year. The developer will deliver an updated presentation to the public on Monday at 5:30 p.m. at the city council meeting. It will be an opportunity for residents to weigh in with thoughts or questions.
Superheroes swoop in to sweeten annual backpack drive
Love Life Foundation has been organizing a back-to-school backpack drive for about 18 years to provide backpacks for kids in need at McKinney ISD middle schools. Director of Marketing AJ Micheletto said it was started so children could have the same school supplies as others and not feel different.
Dozens of McKinney Residents Speak Against 'Eyesore' Mosque Moving in Next Door
More than 60 McKinney residents flooded the chambers of a city Planning and Zoning Commission meeting earlier this month, the majority of whom spoke against a proposed mosque that would sit adjacent to their neighborhood. A rezoning application submitted by the McKinney Islamic Association would allow for the construction of...
McKinney touts high rankings in education, safety
McKinney has been named one of the top school districts in North Texas and the second-safest city in America, according to a Facebook post by the McKinney Economic Development Corporation. “Our community is dedicated to excellence in education and safety, making McKinney the perfect place for your family to live,...
North Texas hospitals create food sculptures for a cause, here's who won.
MCKINNEY, Texas — One out of every seven people in North Texas faces food insecurity and doesn't know where their next meal is coming from, but Medical City Healthcare is trying to fix that one food sculpture at a time. Medical City Healthcare held its fifth annual "Healthy Food...
LSC Media Day: UTPB picked 3rd, Sul Ross 10th in preseason poll
McKINNEY, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – The 10 member football teams of the Lone Star Conference gathered in McKinney for the annual Media Day on Thursday. UTPB learned it was picked to finish third in the conference preseason poll after winning the LSC title less than a year ago. “UTPB is new on the scenes. First winning […]
Where's my $750 FEMA check? ABC13 asking questions weeks after Beryl
Where's my check, FEMA?You are not alone if you are waiting for your $750 FEMA Disaster Assistance check.Unfortunately, FEMA officials told ABC13 they were aware of the delays but couldn't say when people would receive their $750.FEMA representatives said each application must be reviewed individually, and there is no set time for the agency to approve or deny it.Officials said they would contact applicants by mail, e-mail, or text to let them know if they were approved, so keep looking for that correspondence from FEMA.PREVIOUS STORY: Residents of 15 southeast Texas counties can now apply for federal Beryl aidYou can...
Texas Retailers Included In Boar’s Head Huge Deli Meats Recall
Boar's Head Provisions Co., Inc., a Jarratt, Va., establishment, is recalling all liverwurst product produced by the establishment that is currently available in commerce because it may be adulterated with Listeria monocytogenes, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The company is also...
Texas teachers stand behind Kamala Harris after years of feeling targeted, neglected by Republicans
"Texas teachers stand behind Kamala Harris after years of feeling targeted, neglected by Republicans" was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues.
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