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Why Frisco, Texas Is A Great City For College Grads
One question is common for many college graduates: what’s next? Frisco, Texas may be the answer. In just a year, Frisco soared from the 11th to the 5th best place among mid-sized U.S. cities for college graduates, thanks to its high median income and extensive health insurance coverage for young adults. This leap is largely fueled by Frisco's rapid population growth and its emergence as a tech and business hub. According to research data site CoworkingCafe’s latest study on the best cities for 2024 college graduates, the analysis provides an in-depth look at employment opportunities, financial health and quality of life across...
University of North Texas names Harrison Keller sole finalist for system president
Harrison Keller has been announced as the next president of the University of North Texas. (Courtesy Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board) Harrison Keller has been announced as the next president of the University of North Texas, according to a university news release. Keller succeeds Neal Smatresk, who led the university...
Fostering excellence, student growth among Frisco ISD priorities for 2024-25 school year
The three priorities will serve as guiding statements for the district’s improvement plan in the 2024-25 school year. (Hannah Johnson/Community Impact) Creating opportunities for student growth and fostering excellence are part of three priorities set by the Frisco ISD board of trustees for the 2024-25 school year. The three...
Frisco ISD rules 9-5A baseball: FISD quartet dominates all-district team
The four Frisco ISD baseball teams in 9-5A rose to the top of the standings steadily rose to the top, ultimately sweeping the four playoff berths. The FISD teams, as well as a solid team in The Colony, tested each other during the course of the district slate, with Frisco (11-3) holding off Lone Star (10-4) and Wakeland (10-4) by one game, with Reedy (9-5) right on their heels.
Top of the class: District champion Memorial leads the way on 10-5A all-district team
Memorial has been trending upward in recent years, coming off back-to-back playoff appearances, the first two in program history. This spring, the Warriors raised the bar once again, as they captured the 10-5A championship for the first time ever.
ICYMI: Celina ISD approves raises and 4 more local, statewide education updates
A Martin Elementary School teacher directs her class on the first day of the 2023-24 school year. (Hannah Johnson/Community Impact) Catch up with these education stories coming out of Celina ISD and the surrounding areas. Celina ISD teachers and staff members will receive a 3% raise in the 2024-25 school...
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