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Top Stories: ➊ – Papa Murphy’s Launches “Summer Selects” – The Pizza Deal of the Summer (Wednesday), ➋ – Collin County reports third measles case. Here's where the person was and when. (Wednesday), ➌ – Exploring Carter Creek Winery Resort & Spa: Where Wine Meets Relaxation (Thursday), ➍ – Reformed Pilates offers fitness classes in north McKinney (Thursday), ➎ – Perot Museum of Nature and Science unveils transformed, expanded Moody Family Children’s Museum (Thursday)

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Black Rock Coffee Bar to serve free drinks during grand opening in McKinney

Community Impact 6/2 7:00A kchaney@communityimpact.com (Kar

Black Rock Coffee Bar is set to open a second McKinney location June 6.

McKinney's Erwin Park to close in fall 2025 for renovations

Community Impact 6/2 5:00A

Renovations at McKinney's Erwin Park will include improved bathrooms and a new overlook structure.

Kolache Factory offers pastries, coffee at new McKinney location

Community Impact 6/2 4:00A shamilton@communityimpact.com (S

The business offers kolaches, a Czech pastry that features sweet or savory fillings in a semi-sweet dough, according to its website.

Priority Signs & Graphics builds business through service, community connection

Community Impact 5/30 5:00A

“We have a team of about 30 people and we continue to grow,” co-owner Curtis Horak said. “We’ve always tried our best to take good care of the customer and do good work for...

Q&A: Salience Health doctor says brain stimulation therapy can help manage mood disorders

Community Impact 5/30 4:00A dbutler@communityimpact.com (Dus

For individuals experiencing mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, Dr. Ronald Moomaw with Salience Health said a non-invasive brain stimulation therapy may be able to...

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What to pack for a week in the Bahamas

Tanya Foster 6/3 11:41A Tanya Foster

Happy Hump Day! I am still trying to get out of vacation mode. Pete and I traveled the majority of the month of May, so it may take a while for us to get back into the swing of things. Today I want to...

Summer Outfit Inspiration

Tanya Foster 5/29 7:18A Tanya Foster

Let's talk summer outfit inspiration. Summer is here, which means lots of travel and outdoor events. I am definitely looking forward to lots of pool time, patio cocktails and dinners al fresco. We...

BOOK REVIEW: THE CALENDAR by WM Gunn

McKinney BubbleLife iReporter 5/22 2:03A KAREN SIDDALL

The Calendar by WM Gunn A suspenseful tale of an asteroid on a collision course with the Earth. The Calendar by WM Gunn is a suspenseful end-of-times tale about the approach of a giant asteroid on...

Memorial Day Weekend Vibes & SALES

Tanya Foster 5/22 6:09A Tanya Foster

Memorial Day is Monday so I’m sharing some fun red, white, and blue pieces for you to add to your wardrobe this summer. This weekend is a great time to stock up on summer essentials because there are...

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Wine and Birthday Flowers: A Texas Birthday Win

Texas Wine Lover 5/31 3:26A Gus Hall

Imagine a Texas birthday: a warm Austin evening, a bottle of local red on the table, and a stack of roses stealing the show. That’s the kind of gift that hits different, one...

Exploring Carter Creek Winery Resort & Spa: Where Wine Meets Relaxation

Texas Wine Lover 5/29 10:13A Jeff Cope

Villas I had always wanted to stay at Carter Creek Winery Resort & Spa , where the villas are nestled right alongside the winery, brewery, restaurant, and spa. I first got a...

Papa Murphy’s Launches “Summer Selects” – The Pizza Deal of the Summer

Restaurant News 5/28 3:57A RestaurantNews.com

Starting in May, enjoy select oven-ready pizzas for just $8.99* and complete your meal with ready-to-bake sides and desserts – the perfect recipe for an easy, delicious...

Get a FREE Hungr-Buster On National Burger Day May 28 At A DQ Restaurant in Texas Via The DQ App

McKinney BubbleLife iReporter 5/27 5:19A Mary Jane Coker

DQ® restaurants in Texas are serving up a sizzling offer on National Burger Day that is too good to miss: a FREE Hungr-Buster® with any $2 purchase , exclusively through the DQ® App, available only...

Layne’s Chicken Fingers Celebrates Multiple Six-Figure Opening Weeks

Restaurant News 5/27 12:11A RestaurantNews.com

With recent successes in Texas and Virginia, the booming chicken finger franchise is further solidifying its place as a key competitor – and standout investment opportunity –...

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Amazon WINNERS ?

The Sister Studio 5/30 4:07A Jennifer Reed

Happy, happy Friday my friends! I hope everyone had a wonderful week and has fun plans this weekend. We ve been soaking up the first week of summer break and it s been so, so nice! I updated my Amazon...

THE FLAT SANDAL WE LOVE FOR SUMMER

The Middle Page 5/30 12:52A Cathy Williamson

Stylish Summer Sandals: Our Take on Veronica Beard Via Metallic Flat Slide Sandals Summer is the perfect time to showcase chic footwear that combines comfort and style, and what better way to do that...

SAVINGS?, SALES, & MORE!???

The Sister Studio 5/25 4:17A Jennifer Reed

Happy, happy Sunday my friends! I hope everyone is enjoying the long weekend my kids are officially on summer break now, and I can t get over how fast this year flew by. We re soaking up the weekend...

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Drunken bettor from overseas sent death threats to Astros' Lance McCullers Jr., Houston police say

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/3 1:35A Associated Press

Because no charges have been filed, police are not disclosing his identity or where he lives.

Texas Tech ends Oklahoma's 4-year run as Women's College World Series champ with walk-off 3-2 win

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/3 1:27A Associated Press

Lauren Allred's walk-off sacrifice fly gave Texas Tech a 3-2 victory in the semifinals on Monday night.

Hunter Brown first to 8 wins after allowing 1 hit in 6 innings as Astros beat Rays 1-0

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/2 2:19A Associated Press

Josh Hader earned his 15th save for the Astros, who scored an unearned run in the first.

Dallas Mavericks fans rank as the most negative in the NBA

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/1 3:25A Kelsey Leffingwell

A new Vegas Insider study shows Mavericks fans were the most negative in the NBA, with over 32% of their comments categorized as negative.

Caminero hits 2 of Tampa Bay's season-high 5 homers as Rays rout Astros 16-3

Spectrum Local News Sports 6/1 3:12A Associated Press

Jeremy Peña homered twice for the Astros, who fell to 1-2 in this four-game series.

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What REALTORS® Should Know About Working with a Mortgage Lender in 2025

Collin County Association of REALTORS® 5/30 6:38A bri@ccar.net

What REALTORS® Should Know About Working with a Mortgage Lender in 2025 Written By: Chase Crenshaw, Mortgage Advisor & Loan Officer at Barrett Financial, NMLS #2100530, and CCAR Affiliate Committee...

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Texans tackling postpartum depression

Spectrum Local News Health 6/2 5:45A Blessing Iwuchukwu

How Texans are tackling postpartum depression for moms and dads.

Caris Life Sciences files for IPO

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 5/30 9:46A Sydney Asher

Irving-based Caris Life Sciences filed to go public on the Nasdaq and revealed a significant revenue jump between 2023 and 2024. Still, the company remains unprofitable and is...

Breaking down medicine costs with Jay Bhaumik

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 5/30 5:57A

The cost of medicine has a significant effect on the daily lives of countless individuals around the world. The price point that is set for any given pharmaceutical item has a...

NTxBio eyes Plano sites for life sciences manufacturing hub

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 5/28 1:49A Aayush Gupta

NTxBio's expansion plans go beyond just the new Plano facility, with CEO Jamie Coffin hinting at future growth in both Texas and New Mexico. The biomanufacturing company plans...

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Caprese Pasta Salad

Love and Lemons 6/3 3:17A Jeanine Donofrio

This Caprese pasta salad recipe is practically summer in a bowl! As you can probably tell from its name, it s a delicious fusion of two summer favorites: pasta salad and...

Balsamic Vinaigrette

Joyful Healthy Eats 5/29 11:00P Krista

I call this recipe for Balsamic Vinaigrette the staple because I make it so often, it s definitely a staple in my home! It s easy to whip up and the sweet, tangy flavor brings out the best in any...

Challenge Butter Ditches Traditional Sticks for Pre-Portioned Cubes

Cooking Chew 5/29 9:49A Andi Reis

Challenge Butter is revolutionizing the dairy aisle with individually wrapped, cube-shaped portions containing exactly four tablespoons each - a response to research showing...

Nina Dobrev Just Bought You a Drink—Here’s the Finnish Summer Sip Everyone’s Buzzing About

Cooking Chew 5/29 9:33A Wil Vistal

Nina Dobrev went full baller this Memorial Day, dropping $500K to treat 50,000 fans to Finnish Long Drinks. Missed it? Here’s why this drink’s still the summer MVP. The post...

Easy Mixed Berry Pastries Recipe – Flaky Puff Pastry with Fresh Summer Berries ?

Cooking Chew 5/29 9:01A Andi Reis

I'm sharing my foolproof mixed berry pastries recipe that transforms simple puff pastry and fresh berries into bakery-worthy individual desserts. The post Easy Mixed Berry...