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Timeless Wheels & Vintage Steel: The Village Shops Spring Car Show Returns

Birdcall Launches Daily Breakfast Offerings in McKinney

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Hugs Cafe Inc. to construct $10M headquarters in East McKinney

Community Impact 4/2 4:30A kchaney@communityimpact.com (Kar

Hugs Cafe Inc., a nonprofit organization that offers training and employment opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, will hold a...

Great American Cookies & Marble Slab Creamery offer sweet treats in McKinney

Community Impact 4/2 4:20A shamilton@communityimpact.com (S

The business offers both Great American Cookies and Marble Slab Creamery items.

Texas Senate bill would overhaul how agencies prepare for, respond to wildfires

Community Impact 4/1 5:58A hnorton@communityimpact.com (Han

Senate Bill 34 would create a statewide database of firefighting equipment, increase funding for volunteer fire departments and streamline communication among first...

Kura Revolving Sushi Bar to offer Japanese cuisine in west McKinney

Community Impact 4/1 4:15A shamilton@communityimpact.com (S

Kura Revolving Sushi Bar is opening soon in McKinney’s West Grove development, a company representative confirmed.

American Airlines announces additional winter routes to Brazil, Hawaii

Community Impact 4/1 3:33A cthorn@communityimpact.com (Cody

Additional American Airlines flights will be added to São Paulo, Brazil, Kahului, Hawaii, and a new daily route will go to Kona, Hawaii.

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5 Bible Verses I Keep Coming Back to When I Need Encouragement

Brighton the Day 4/2 6:34A Brighton

A while back, I shared these Bible verses on stories—and so many of you screenshotted them that I knew I needed to elaborate. These are the verses I return to again and again when I need the reminder...

Timeless Wheels & Vintage Steel: The Village Shops Spring Car Show Returns

McKinney BubbleLife iReporter 4/1 4:49A Liz McGathey

Take a timeless ride at the Classic Car & Truck Show at the Castle Hills Village Shops from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, April 13. The event is FREE for spectators, and everyone is welcome! The...

Park Place Lexus Plano Recognizes Frisco ISD Teachers of the Year

McKinney BubbleLife iReporter 3/31 5:34A Mary Jane Coker

Park Place Lexus Plano recognized Frisco Independent School District Teachers of the Year, Robert Fitzgerald and Sarah Dickerson. Fitzgerald was named Elementary Teacher of the Year and Dickerson was...

Dwell with Dignity Announces the Return of Thrift Studio, Presented by Amazon

McKinney BubbleLife iReporter 3/31 2:36A Juliette DC

Dwell with Dignity , a nonprofit dedicated to transforming lives through design, announces the return of its largest fundraiser, Thrift Studio, presented by Amazon. The event kicks off with an...

Everyday Looks I’ve Been Wearing

Brighton the Day 3/28 9:39A Brighton

If you’re anything like me, you want everyday looks that feel just as good as they look. Whether I’m heading out for errands, meeting a friend for coffee, or working from home, I always try to reach...

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Y Knot Vineyard Grower Profile

Texas Wine Lover 4/2 9:13A Laurinda Thomas

With the looming threat of water shortages in the Texas High Plains, many row crop farmers are shifting to also growing grapes, since grapes require less water. In this...

5 Things You Need to Know about Wines in Texas

Texas Wine Lover 4/2 6:20A Gus Hall

Texas is one of the most attractive parts of the world to taste wines and have the best time. With its century-long history of winemaking, a rich selection of wines, and excellent service, the area...

5 Budget Places to Travel for Wine

Texas Wine Lover 4/2 6:19A Gus Hall

Taking wine trips is considered luxury entertainment. Logically, it is associated with high cost and inaccessibility for trips on a limited budget. Yet, this is not...

Restaurant Franchise News from Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, la Madeleine, Teaspoon, and More!

Restaurant News 4/1 2:55A RestaurantNews.com

Catch up on the latest restaurant franchise news from Dickey s Barbecue Pit, la Madeleine, Teaspoon, Cork s Cajun Fried Fish and Shrimp, The Big Biscuit, and Teriyaki Madness....

FB Society Names Christine Magrann President and COO

Restaurant News 3/31 9:38A RestaurantNews.com

Christine Magrann Dynamic hospitality leader tapped to fuel brand evolution Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) FB Society , the award-winning hospitality brand known for...

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WHY FRINGE IS A MUST-HAVE TREND FOR SPRING

The Middle Page 4/2 3:49A Cathy Williamson

WHY FRINGE IS A MUST-HAVE TREND FOR SPRING Hello ladies! Are you in full Spring fever mode? I am so excited about Spring. However, it s been super rainy this month and already pretty darn warm. That s...

March Amazon Finds—on SALE!

The Sister Studio 3/27 3:24A Jennifer Reed

Happy Thursday, my friends! May your coffee be nice and strong today we re sooo close to Friday! Amazon is doing a big Spring Sale this week so I wanted to round up all of my March favorites, several...

A Colorful Table Setting For 10 or Just Two!

Color and Chic 3/26 4:35A Hoang-Kim

Spring is here and it s time to host! Whether you re inviting 10 people over or just one or two, I think it speaks volume to set the table and pull out the pretty napkins. Not only will it make things...

STRIPES: THE TIMELESS TREND FOR EFFORTLESS SPRING AND SUMMER STYLE

The Middle Page 3/23 5:57A Cathy Williamson

STRIPES: THE TIMELESS TREND FOR EFFORTLESS SPRING AND SUMMER STYLE Hello ladies! How is everyone today? I have been in Ojai Valley since Wednesday to see my daughter. She had an emergency surgery on...

LIVE NOW: Target’s MASSIVE SALE!?

The Sister Studio 3/23 4:54A Jennifer Reed

Happy, happy Sunday everyone! We are home after spending the week in Colorado for Spring Break let s just say my snowboarding isn t going to be winning awards anytime soon, but we had SO much fun all...

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Eovaldi pitches majors' 1st complete game this season as the Rangers beat the Reds 1-0

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/2 3:28A Associated Press

Eovaldi struck out eight and walked none in his fifth career complete game.

Texas A&M and Kentucky managers have shouting match as Wildcats take advantage of SEC curfew rule

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/2 3:23A Associated Press

The Wildcats appeared to have a problem with their communicating device while they were pitching with two outs in the eighth.

Banchero, Wagner fuel late rally as Magic move into 7th in East with a 116-105 win over Spurs

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/2 3:16A Associated Press

Paolo Banchero had 24 points and 10 rebounds, Franz Wagner added 24 points and the Orlando Magic rallied to beat the San Antonio Spurs 116-105.

UConn's Bueckers, UCLA's Betts and Booker of Texas among women's John R. Wooden Award finalists

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/2 1:51A Associated Press

The other finalists are Hannah Hidalgo of Notre Dame and JuJu Watkins of Southern California.

Flores homers and drives in 4 to lead Giants over Astros 7-2

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/1 3:42A Associated Press

Giants starter Jordan Hicks, who grew up in suburban Houston, allowed only a first-inning single and struck out six in six innings.

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CCAR and MetroTex Approve Plan of Merger

Collin County Association of REALTORS® 3/31 4:12A bri@ccar.net

CCAR and MetroTex Approve Plan of Merger On March 27, 2025, the CCAR and MetroTex Board of Directors voted to approve a Plan of Merger. This vote allows both associations to participate in a due...

Announcing CCAR TRLP Class XVII

Collin County Association of REALTORS® 3/24 4:42A anaidacarmona

Announcing CCAR TRLP Class XVII Please join us in congratulating these Collin County Area REALTORS® and area association participants on their acceptance into the 2025 Texas REALTORS® Leadership...

Understanding How Rising Insurance Costs Impact Home Affordability in Collin County

Collin County Association of REALTORS® 3/24 4:31A bri@ccar.net

Understanding How Rising Insurance Costs Impact Home Affordability in Collin County In real estate, affordability is a top priority for buyers. Recently, however, one factor...

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Alcon to buy Lensar in deal worth up to $430M

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 3/27 1:23A Sydney Asher

The companies will come together to advance robotic laser technology in cataract surgery; improving precision, reducing patient comfort, and providing faster recovery time....

Texas measles outbreak expected to last for months, though vaccinations are up from last year

Spectrum Local News Health 3/21 6:54A Associated Press

Pharmacies across the U.S., especially in Texas, are seeing more demand for MMR shots.

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Morento MR5866 smart air purifier review

Live Science 4/2 6:00A

If you type "air purifier" in Amazon's search bar, chances are you will see the Morento MR5866 Smart Air Purifier as one of your top choices. This unassuming appliance has...

Op-ed: How Trump’s Tariffs Could Impact Your Local Restaurant

Civil Eats 4/1 11:00P Clare Reichenbach

Independent restaurants—establishments owned and operated by an individual, family, or small group rather than a larger chain or franchise—are more than places to eat. They’re...

Brisket Recipe

The Healthy Maven 4/1 11:00P Davida Lederle

This classic Jewish brisket recipe is perfect for any celebration including Passover or Rosh Hashanah! It's tender, sweet and juicy and slow cooked in a caramelized onion and...

Timeless Wheels & Vintage Steel: The Village Shops Spring Car Show Returns

EatGreenDFW iPhone Reporter 4/1 4:49A Liz McGathey

Take a timeless ride at the Classic Car & Truck Show at the Castle Hills Village Shops from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, April 13. The event is FREE for spectators, and everyone is welcome! The...

Restaurant Franchise News from Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, la Madeleine, Teaspoon, and More!

Restaurant News 4/1 2:55A RestaurantNews.com

Catch up on the latest restaurant franchise news from Dickey s Barbecue Pit, la Madeleine, Teaspoon, Cork s Cajun Fried Fish and Shrimp, The Big Biscuit, and Teriyaki Madness....