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Top Stories: ➊ – Police did tens of thousands of dollars in damage to a McKinney woman's house -- she got them to pay for it all via eminent domain (Friday), ➋ – A Small-town Gun Museum Tells a Story of Our Past (Sunday), ➌ – Meet the Texas Tech Researcher Who Broke the Beavers Story (Saturday), ➍ – New Zara Store Bound For Frisco (Friday), ➎ – Where to Find Bluebonnets Around Dallas (Friday)

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An Adderall Shortage Continues In The US

Local Profile 3/22 9:30A Matilda Preisendorf

In October 2022, the Food and Drug Administration announced an Adderall shortage, even now, many with ADHD struggle to fill their prescriptions. This is a national issue, and,...

McKinney sees record high values for nonresidential, multifamily construction in 2022

Community Impact 3/22 8:08A shamilton@communityimpact.com (S

The city saw records set in multiple categories for 2022 construction values.

Jason’s Deli set to bring sandwiches, soups to second McKinney location

Community Impact 3/22 7:16A shamilton@communityimpact.com (S

The restaurant is located off of US 380 in north McKinney.

The Top 10 Things To Do This Weekend In Dallas & Collin County

Local Profile 3/22 6:30A Virginia Mingorance

Spring is here and it shows . This weekend Collin County will be packed with celebrations, outdoor activities for the whole family and delicious food. Scroll all the way down to find our weekly...

Talking Travel In Texas And Beyond: Shannah Hayley

Local Profile 3/22 5:30A Matilda Preisendorf

Whether by car or plane, there’s a sense of adventure for what is ahead — from the food we will eat to the places we will see. Traveling is magical. At least, the idea of it....

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Congratulations to Mr. Pickles, the Houston Zoo’s Elderly Tortoise, on Becoming a Dad

Texas Monthly 3/22 10:26A Emily McCullar

WHO: Mr. and Mrs. Pickles, two radiated tortoises at the Houston Zoo.WHAT: They are the proud parents of three new hatchlings: Dill, Gherkin, and Jalepe o Pickles.WHY IT S SO GREAT: Well, first of...

Job Search Workshop

McKinney BubbleLife iReporter 3/22 5:00A Martha Jane Brounoff

Expand your career horizons! If your job situation is in a stalemate or you want to enhance your career options, come join the St. Jude Career Alliance at its comprehensive, faith-based job search...

Texas Jails Are Crowded, Understaffed, and Dangerous. The Legislature Is Poised to Send Them More...

Texas Monthly 3/22 8:35A Michael Hardy

Fred Harris was booked into the Harris County Jail on October 10, 2021. The intellectually disabled eighteen-year-old, who had an IQ of 62 and suffered from mental illness, had been arrested earlier...

Mosquito Hawks Are Flitting All Over Texas

Texas Monthly 3/22 4:49A Charles Scudder

They re big. They re pesky. And this year, they re everywhere.At least in some Texas backyards, this spring seems to be a big year for crane flies, or mosquito hawks, or skeeter eaters, or...

The Ultimate Texas Brand Bracket: Bring on the Sweet Sixteen!

Texas Monthly 3/22 3:59A Dan Solomon

After two days of frenzied voting, the shape of the Ultimate Texas Brand Bracket is becoming clear. Some obvious favorites are coasting to victory three of our four top seeds have shrugged off...

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Genealogy and Family History - Presentations (14 and up) - Hybrid

McKinney TX Library 3/22 7:00P

Event date: March 23, 2023 Event Time: 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM Location: 101 E. Hunt St. McKinney, TX 75069

Pre-K Storytime (3-5 years) - Ticketed

McKinney TX Library 3/22 7:00P

Event date: March 23, 2023 Event Time: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM Location: 101 E. Hunt St. McKinney, TX 75069

Related: Toddler Time (16 months-3 years) - JJGL - Ticketed McKinney TX Library

LEGO & Friends (All Ages) - Ticketed

McKinney TX Library 3/22 7:00P

Event date: March 23, 2023 Event Time: 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM Location: 101 E. Hunt St. McKinney, TX 75069

VolunTEENS (6th-12th Grade) - JJGL - Ticketed

McKinney TX Library 3/22 7:00P

Event date: March 23, 2023 Event Time: 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM Location: 6861 W. Eldorado Pkwy. McKinney, TX 75070

Related: Anime Club (6th-12th Grade) - Zoom McKinney TX Library

McKinney Christian Baseball Makes a Statement

The Mane Edition McKinney Christian Academy 3/22 4:14A Landry Draper, staff writer

On March 13, The McKinney Christian Academy junior varsity baseball team faced off against Cornerstone Christian Academy in a home game. Before the game junior Wyatt Tessier gave his thoughts saying,...

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Yeego 24? Wine Fridge Review

Texas Wine Lover 3/22 12:53A Amie Nemec

Amie reviews the Yeego 24 inch wine cooler with 52 bottle capacity Read More

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Strengthens International Presence in Canada’s Capital City

Restaurant News 3/21 5:47A RestaurantNews.com

World s largest barbecue concept celebrates opening of its first location in Ottawa Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) The world’s largest barbecue concept recently opened...

Where to Dine During Passover in Dallas

Eater Dallas 3/21 3:10A Rachel Pinn

Passover offerings at Deli News in Frisco. | Deli News in Frisco Gefilte fish, matzo ball soup, and flourless cakes are on the menu The Jewish holiday of Passover is an annual one celebrated by two...

Franco Knoepffler of Gadela Winery Winemaker Profile

Texas Wine Lover 3/21 12:28A Jeff Cope

This month's featured winemaker is Franco Knoepffler of Gadela Winery in Spring! Read More

The Perfect Meal for All Ages: Cowboy Chicken Introduces Chicken Tenders

Restaurant News 3/20 10:15A RestaurantNews.com

Wood-Fired Rotisserie Chicken Restaurant Brand Serves New Offerings Starting March 20 Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Guests asked and Cowboy Chicken listened and now the...

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BRINGING IN THE MAXI SKIRT BOHO STYLE

The Middle Page 3/21 2:57A Cathy Williamson

BRINGING IN THE MAXI SKIRT BOHO STYLE Happy Spring! I m so glad it s finally here, although the weather has been freezing the last few days! I think warmer weather is on the horizon, and I am so...

The Hat I wore every day in Hawaii

Krystal Schlegel 3/19 8:50A krystal

If you have a beach vacation coming up, want a big hat for walks or are shopping for summer, I highly recommend ordering this hat . I wore mine pretty much all day every day in Hawaii for spring break...

STYLING WHITE JEANS

The Middle Page 3/17 3:35A Cathy Williamson

STYLING WHITE JEANS Happy Friday, ladies! I am so ready for this week to be over. A 24-hour trip for a funeral and scary weather (yesterday afternoon) has me ready for the weekend! I am glad my post...

IN LIKE A LION, OUT LIKE A LAMB IN A TRENCHCOAT

The Middle Page 3/14 3:01A Cathy Williamson

IN LIKE A LION, OUT LIKE A LAMB IN A TRENCHCOAT In like a lion, out like a lamb to April showers bring May flowers. That s where we are, ladies, and being prepared for the wind (especially in Dallas!)...

3 Outfits for the Spring & Easter

Color and Chic 3/14 2:00A Quincy

While we don t necessarily have a cold season in Texas, the temperatures are warming up right now, which means it s time to pull out my spring and summer wardrobe ! I absolutely love wearing dresses....

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Texas' Morris plays amid misdemeanor domestic violence case

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/22 7:50A Associated Press

Longhorns freshman reserve guard Arterio Morris is still playing while awaiting trial on a misdemeanor charge of assaulting an ex-girlfriend.

From the battlefield to the soccer field, this is the story of Robert Vordtriede

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/21 7:18A Robbie Fuelling

Vordtriede served his country for two decades.

Dallas ranked best sports business city in the U.S.

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/21 4:00A Sunny Tsai

Austin came in at No. 23 and San Antonio followed behind at No. 27.

Cowboys acquire WR Cooks from Texans for 2 late-round picks

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/19 7:45A Associated Press

The Dallas Cowboys acquired receiver Brandin Cooks in a trade with the Houston Texans on Sunday.

Ferreira's late goal lifts Dallas over Sporting KC 2-1

Spectrum Local News Sports 3/19 4:07A Associated Press

FC Dallas pulled out a 2-1 victory over Sporting Kansas City on Saturday night.

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Built in 1731, A Pennsylvania Farm With Revolutionary War Ties Is This Week’s Oldest Home

realtor.com® Real Estate News 3/22 3:56P Kellie Speed

Realtor.com A 12-acre farm in West Chester, PA, where the first shots of the Battle of Brandywine were fired, is the oldest property on the market this week on Realtor.com®. The place played a...

Living in Dallas' Uptown Pros & Cons - Most walkable live-work-play community

VIP Realty 3/22 12:37P info@viprealtyinfo.com (Richard

Are you considering living in Dallas’ Uptown? In this blog, we'll discuss the pros and cons of living in the most walkable live-work-play community in the Big D. Over the...

The Fed Just Raised Interest Rates Again—Here’s Why That’s Bad News for Both Homebuyers and Sellers

realtor.com® Real Estate News 3/22 10:58A Clare Trapasso

Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images The Federal Reserve s latest rate hike may be like a late frost creeping over the fragile spring housing market . In the wake of the Fed increasing its rates by 0.25% on...

Chip and Jo 2.0? Dave and Jenny Marrs Launch a Charmingly Familiar Venture

realtor.com® Real Estate News 3/22 10:30A Lisa Johnson Mandell

HGTV On Fixer to Fabulous , Dave and Jenny Marrs have been making over their hometown of Bentonville, AR, one house at a time. Now they ve stepped it up and are revitalizing the whole town. In the...

Do The Taxes You Pay Make Your State a Better Place? Find Out Here

realtor.com® Real Estate News 3/22 8:30A Jennifer Kelly Geddes

Walter Bibikow/Getty Images Tax season is here—and while many gripe about forking money over to Uncle Sam, the real question is: Are your tax dollars being put to good use? Odds are, you re aware that...

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Michigan-based Build Senior Living to construct new Fort Worth facility this April

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 3/22 8:51A David Moreno

Detroit-based Build Senior Living plans to begin construction on its first Fort Worth care facility this April.

Intuitive Health founder teases ‘strategic opportunity’ for urgent care, emergency room growth...

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 3/20 8:52A David Moreno

Dr. Jay Woody sat down with the Dallas Business Journal to discuss Intuitive Health's growth in the past decade and tease future expansion across Texas.

10 Early Warning Signs of Thyroid Problems

Health Care Associates 3/20 6:08A Bailey Wilborn

10 Early Warning Signs of Thyroid Problems Thyroid disease is a common condition, with as many as 20 million Americans living with various thyroid conditions. 1 Most thyroid diseases can be managed...

Frisco-based ENT firm acquired by Elevate ENT Partners

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 3/15 9:14A David Moreno

Through the acquisition, ENT Tex, its physician partners and five locations will join Elevate's portfolio of brands.

Frisco-based tech firm Livmor sells assets, cardio technology to HeartBeam

Dallas Business Journal (Health Care) 3/15 3:05A David Moreno

Livmor has sold its property, including three U.S. patents, technology and Samsung watch and tablet inventory to HeartBeam Inc.

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22 Crown Royal Peach Recipes: From Jello Shots To Mimosas ??

Cooking Chew 3/22 1:11P Andi Reis

Are you planning to have a summer get-together with your neighbors and besties? Make these surprisingly appealing Crown Royal Peach recipes for a tastefully bouncy cocktail!...

37 Best Recipes With Half And Half (From Sides To Desserts)

Cooking Chew 3/22 12:07P Renee Groskreutz

Half and half is among the most versatile pantry staples, and if you're here looking for the best recipes with half and half, then this list is for you! The post 37 Best...

What To Serve With Meatloaf (50 Tasty Side Dishes)

Cooking Chew 3/22 11:45A Renee Groskreutz

If you’re looking for ideas on what to serve with meatloaf, look no further than these tasty side dishes for meatloaf. The post What To Serve With Meatloaf (50 Tasty Side...

What Does Almond Milk Taste Like?

Cooking Chew 3/22 11:36A Renee Groskreutz

Are you wondering what almond milk tastes like? Here's a concise guide to your questions! The post What Does Almond Milk Taste Like? appeared first on Cooking Chew .

Release: Broad Coalition of Conservation Organizations Endorses Recommendations to Strengthen...

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition 3/22 10:14A Laura Zaks

For Immediate Release Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition lzaks@sustainableagriculture.net Release: Broad Coalition of Conservation Organizations...