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St. Andrew Methodist Church Launches Fall Music Series Oct. 8 with The Dover String Quartet

Celebrate the Flavors of Fall with new Cantina Laredo Cocktails

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Top Stories: ➊ – McKinney ISD officials OK new Ron Poe Stadium video scoreboard (Friday), ➋ – Former educators open The Horse’s Axe in downtown McKinney (Thursday), ➌ – McKinney municipal utility districts’ leaders set FY 2023-24 tax rates (Wednesday), ➍ – McKinney Fire Department’s McTown Klownz mark 30 years with fire safety event (Friday), ➎ – Nonprofit expansion, dual-credit courses, youth homelessness: 5 stories impacting Dallas-Fort Worth (Friday)

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Texas House releases new evidence from Paxton impeachment trial

Community Impact 10/3 11:07A hnorton@communityimpact.com (Han

Because several witnesses planned to plead the Fifth Amendment, the documents were not presented during the Senate impeachment trial.

Jury sentences "sadistic torturer" Alicia Calderon to 75 years

Local News - CBS Dallas Fort Worth 10/3 8:26A Annie Gimbel

MCKINNEY (CBSNewsTexas.com) - Calling her actions "sadistic torture," Collin County District Attorney Greg Willis announced Alicia Calderon of Wylie was sentenced to 75 years in prison. Alicia...

PsychPlus offers mental health care in McKinney

Community Impact 10/2 7:00P dbutler@communityimpact.com (Dus

PsychPlus is open in south McKinney.

Cotton Mill redevelopment project to add multifamily, office space in East McKinney

Community Impact 10/2 6:46P shamilton@communityimpact.com (S

Developers are expected to break ground on the first phase of the project in 2024.

McKinney Repertory Theatre celebrates 20th anniversary season

Community Impact 10/2 6:32P shamilton@communityimpact.com (S

The organization is a nonprofit community theater that has been in McKinney since 2003.

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Walmart Elevated Basics

Tanya Foster 10/4 1:00A Tanya Foster

The key to looking and feeling your best? It s all about the basics! Walmart offers the best elevated basics that make the ordinary, exceptional. It s about finding key pieces that are not only...

St. Andrew Methodist Church Launches Fall Music Series Oct. 8 with The Dover String Quartet

McKinney BubbleLife iReporter 10/3 8:53A Elizabeth Lenart

The Arts Foundation of St. Andrew Methodist Church launches a fall music series, bringing in national and international musicians in addition to local talent, including five area high school choirs....

Grandmother Launches Scholarship in Honor of Grandsons Care at The Warren Center

McKinney BubbleLife iReporter 10/3 8:35A Dana Cobb

The Warren Center , a nonprofit agency providing professional evaluations, therapy services and support to children with developmental delays and disabilities, is proud to announce the introduction of...

Waterproof Celebrates Willy Wonka with Launch of Winterproof

McKinney BubbleLife iReporter 10/3 4:54A Kelly Hunter

Waterproof, the rooftop lounge at the iconic Statler, offers expansive, breathtaking views of downtown Dallas. But when the temperatures drop, you just might be able to see that breath. So instead,...

Why Are So Many Tortoises on the Loose in Texas?

Texas Monthly 10/3 9:35A Elisabeth Jimenez

In a sprawling 1.5-acre backyard populated by Silkie chickens, peacocks, dogs, tortoises, emus, and a spider monkey, you might think it s easy to lose track of a critter here or there. But Gabriel...

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Adult Book Club (Adults) - Registration Required

McKinney TX Library 10/3 7:00P

Event date: October 4, 2023 Event Time: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM Location: 101 E. Hunt St. McKinney, TX 75069

Related: Open Source Meetup (Adults) - Registration Required McKinney TX Library

Wobblers and Walkers (10-16 months) - Registration Required

McKinney TX Library 10/3 7:00P

Event date: October 4, 2023 Event Time: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM Location: 101 E. Hunt St. McKinney, TX 75069

Related: Multilingual Storytime (3-5 years) - Registration Required McKinney TX Library, Little Explorers (3-5 years) - Registration Required McKinney TX Library

So You Think You Can Draw (K-5th Grade) - Registration Required

McKinney TX Library 10/3 7:00P

Event date: October 4, 2023 Event Time: 04:30 PM - 05:15 PM Location: 6861 W. Eldorado Pkwy. McKinney, TX 75070

Related: Mad Science (K-5th Grade) - Registration Required McKinney TX Library

PJs and Picture Book Storytime (All Ages) - Registration Required

McKinney TX Library 10/3 7:00P

Event date: October 4, 2023 Event Time: 06:30 PM - 07:15 PM Location: 6861 W. Eldorado Pkwy. McKinney, TX 75070

Great Start: Pre-K Storytime (3-5 years) - Registration Required

McKinney TX Library 10/2 7:00P

Event date: October 3, 2023 Event Time: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Location: 101 E. Hunt St. McKinney, TX 75069

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1883 Star Eric Nelson to host Bucking Bull Bourbon tasting at Bourbon & Banter Oct. 11

McKinney BubbleLife iReporter 10/3 10:48A Kelly Hunter

Fans of craft spirits and of Taylor Sheridans 1883 will flock to Bourbon & Banter, the eclectic speakeasy located in the underground level of The Statler in downtown Dallas, on Wednesday, Oct. 11 from...

Spice Up Fall With The All-New Spicy Chicken Strips at DQ Restaurants in TEXAS

McKinney BubbleLife iReporter 10/3 6:34A Mary Jane Coker

SPICE FALL UP WITH THE ALL-NEW SPICY CHICKEN STRIPS AT DQ RESTAURANTS IN TEXAS AND THEN COOL IT DOWN WITH THE OREO® HOT COCOA BLIZZARD® TREAT DQ restaurants in Texas are spicing things up this...

Rethinking the Brand: On The Border Turns Itself Around!

Restaurant News 10/3 11:07A RestaurantNews.com

By Suzie Tsai, Vice President of Marketing, On The Border Operating restaurants in the 2020s has required brands to cast their eyes on just about every aspect of their...

Celebrate the Flavors of Fall with new Cantina Laredo Cocktails

McKinney BubbleLife iReporter 10/3 4:57A Kelly Hunter

Cantina Laredo is featuring an array of fall flavors with a new trio of cocktails available Oct. 10, 2023 through Jan. 15, 2024. The fall lineup features such seasonal sips as a pear and passion fruit...

Hutchins BBQ Claims National Texas Twinkie Day

Crave DFW 10/3 5:15A Steven Doyle

Hutchins BBQ , a beloved name in the Texas BBQ scene, proudly announces the inaugural National Texas Twinkie Day celebration on Monday, October 16. The special day honors them as the creator of the...

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kids halloween jammies

Dallas Wardrobe 10/2 7:42A Dallas Wardrobe

One of the best parts of having kids is seeing how excited they get for holidays! Ralph s favorite holiday has always been Halloween, and now Vivienne is following in his footsteps. We have a rule in...

The case for a minimal closet

Krystal Schlegel 10/1 7:39P krystal

Today is National Consignment day and The RealReal is asking us to bring fashion full circle by recirculating one in five items. This will help put fashion on track to achieving the goals from the...

shopbop sale favorites

Dallas Wardrobe 9/29 7:55A Dallas Wardrobe

If you haven t heard yet- Shopbop is having a huge sale right now! They just added a bunch of new items to their sale section, and some of it is up to 70% off. You ll definitely be able to find...

BOMBER-STYLE JACKETS FOR FALL

The Middle Page 9/29 2:51A Cathy Williamson

BOMBER-STYLE JACKETS FOR FALL WITH SO HEATHER Happy Friday, friends! We got home last night from a speedy trip to Montana. We left on Tuesday, so we barely had enough time to do much of anything. We...

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The Sister Studio 9/28 9:19P Jennifer Reed

Wahhhoooo, it s Friday AND I have a Living Proof Promo for us! And, per usual, I am sending this promo to my Newsletter family first! Also, in addition to the promo, this newsletter is PACKED with...

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Big 12 bids goodbye to the Red River Rivalry. Replacing the Texas-Oklahoma hype could be difficult

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/3 11:49A Associated Press

The Big 12 is losing its marquee matchup when the Red River Rivalry plays for the final time Saturday under the league’s umbrella.

Texas RB Jonathon Brooks honors father's memory with every touchdown for No. 3 Longhorns

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/2 12:56P Associated Press

Texas running back Jonathon Brooks taps his right forearm every time he gets to the end zone to honor his late father.

Issues in the red zone are a broken record for Cowboys heading into 49ers showdown

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/2 7:21A Associated Press

Prescott and company are having trouble turning red zone trips into end zone trips.

AP Top 25 Reality Check: Another ranked Red River Rivalry, but Texas, Oklahoma could be even higher

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/2 6:24A Associated Press

The Longhorns were No. 3 in Sunday's AP Top 25 and the Sooners moved up a couple of spots to a season-high No. 12.

Rangers falter in season finale in 1-0 loss to Seattle, allowing Houston to win AL West

Spectrum Local News Sports 10/2 1:44A Associated Press

The Rangers are thrilled to be back in the postseason, but failed to win American League West title.

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Texas Terrors

Texas Real Estate Blog (Ebby.com) 10/3 7:17A Nichole Moreno

If you re a thrill-seeker with a taste for the supernatural, you re in for a treat because we ve scoured the area to bring you the very best haunted houses that will make your hair stand on end. Our...

Where to Live in Irving, Texas: A Guide to the 5 Best Neighborhoods

VIP Realty 10/3 7:12A info@viprealtyinfo.com (Richard

Irving Best Neighborhoods Are you mulling over moving to Irving, Texas as your next home? This Dallas suburb is a great choice. Irving features a robust business community,...

How to Insulate a Garage Door

Texas Real Estate Blog (Ebby.com) 9/30 10:00P Nichole Moreno

When it comes time to update your garage door, one question to consider is whether or not you should insulate your garage door. For the most part, garage door insulation is a beneficial feature for...

Pumpkin Patch Round-Up

Texas Real Estate Blog (Ebby.com) 9/25 6:41A Nichole Moreno

As the calendar flips to autumn, excitement fills the air. Whether you re ready to whip up your favorite fall recipes or simply eager to spruce up your porch for the season, our list of pumpkin...

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Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo returns to work following leave

Spectrum Local News Health 10/3 4:16A Craig Huber

Hidalgo took time to address mental health.

Does Aspirin Lower Blood Pressure?

Health Care Associates 9/29 5:55A Bailey Wilborn

Does Aspirin Lower Blood Pressure? Reducing the risk of blood clots, heart attack, and stroke are common reasons people take aspirin daily, but does aspirin lower blood pressure as well? Understanding...

Dr. Jason Varghese | Spotlight Article

Health Care Associates 9/29 4:53A Bailey Wilborn

Dr. Jason Varghese Spotlight Article Jason Varghese , MD, is a Board-Certified Family Medicine doctor who treats patients of all ages, from newborn babies to 90+ years old. He comes to Healthcare...

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Dr. John Andrew Martin | Spotlight Article

Health Care Associates 9/29 4:41A Bailey Wilborn

Dr. John Andrew Martin Spotlight Article Dr. John Andrew Martin is a board-certified family medicine physician who graduated from the University of Texas Medical School in 1996. He chose to specialize...

Chasareth Thompson, PA-C | Spotlight Article

Health Care Associates 9/29 4:27A Bailey Wilborn

Chasareth “Chazi” Thompson is a dedicated primary care provider who works hard to make her community healthier. With a desire to build relationships with her patients and ensure they receive the best...

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As California Gets Drier, Solar Panels Could Help Farms Save Water

Civil Eats 10/3 10:00P Anna Guth

Satellite imagery of Topaz Solar Farm, a massive solar installation inland from San Luis Obispo in Central California, depicts an oasis of blue panels surrounded by sun-scorched earth. The images do...

5 Best Coconut Milk Substitutes

Cooking Chew 10/3 1:15P Andi Reis

Whether it's due to personal preferences or unavailability, you can count on one of these 5 top coconut milk substitutes to save the day! The post 5 Best Coconut Milk...

What Is Chihuahua Cheese? From Origin To Uses

Cooking Chew 10/3 1:13P Andi Reis

What is Chihuahua cheese? It's a famous Mexican cheese known for its distinctive taste. Explore its origins, uses, and more in this guide. The post What Is Chihuahua Cheese?...

Rethinking the Brand: On The Border Turns Itself Around!

Restaurant News 10/3 11:07A RestaurantNews.com

By Suzie Tsai, Vice President of Marketing, On The Border Operating restaurants in the 2020s has required brands to cast their eyes on just about every aspect of their...

Love & Lemons Cooking Club – October!

Love and Lemons 10/3 10:12A Phoebe Moore (L L Recipe Develop

Our Cooking Club is a fun way to celebrate the Love & Lemons community of readers. The concept is super simple—each month, I choose a recipe. You make it, and you email me a photo. At the end of the...