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First Alert Weather: Thunderstorms, potential flooding amid cooler temps across North Texas

Kenny's Burger Joint to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with $5 Cocktails

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Top Stories: ➊ – Fort Worth Episcopal rector arrested for online solicitation of a minor (Sunday), ➋ – Pen and Paper RPG Club: Free Play (Adults) (Sunday), ➌ – Texas cities and nonprofits receive $15.4M for tree planting, education (Monday), ➍ – McKinney leaders to contribute land, over $50M in incentives to Sunset Amphitheater project (Wednesday), ➎ – Collin College set to open registration for fall semester (Monday)

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First Alert Weather: Thunderstorms, potential flooding amid cooler temps across North Texas

Local News - CBS Dallas Fort Worth 4/20 3:07A Brittany Rainey

NORTH TEXAS A Weather Alert has been issued for today due to thunderstorms and the potential for localized flooding this afternoon. Our first round of rain and storms is making its way across North...

Driver killed in single vehicle crash near Lake Worth

DFW Scanner 4/20 2:26A dfwscanner

Just before 3:00am this morning, Fort Worth Police, Fire, and Medstar EMS responded to a major accident in the 5200 block of Boat Club Road near Lea Crest Lane. A 9-1-1 caller...

Car show, ballet in the park, plus 9 more events in McKinney in April and May

Community Impact 4/18 8:30A dbutler@communityimpact.com (Dus

Here are 11 events in McKinney for April and May.

Ashar Dentistry offers dental services in McKinney

Community Impact 4/18 2:00A dbutler@communityimpact.com (Dus

Ashar Dentistry is now open in McKinney.

McKinney leaders to contribute land, over $50M in incentives to Sunset Amphitheater project

Community Impact 4/17 6:00A shamilton@communityimpact.com (S

The agreement was approved in a 6-1 vote at an April 16 meeting, with council member Justin Beller voting against the item.

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Watch the Official Trailer for ‘Hit Man,’ Richard Linklater and Glen Powell’s Highly Anticipated...

Texas Monthly 4/19 8:29A Texas Monthly

On Thursday, Netflix released the official trailer for Richard Linklater s buzzy upcoming film, Hit Man, based on the Texas Monthly story by Skip Hollandsworth. Watch the full trailer below. The...

April 2024 Pit Perks

Texas Monthly 4/19 8:19A TM BBQ Club

April Pit Perks Brisket U | Get $15 off any Brisket U Class with code TXMNEWS24scTW Eaker Barbecue | 10% off merch and free sticker.* Tejas Chocolate & BBQ | 20% off merchandise, rubs, and sauce...

Dallas Symphony Orchestra League Dynamic Duo Does it againfor 2025

McKinney BubbleLife iReporter 4/19 3:06A Deborah Brown

Long time friends Dixey Arterburn and Ginger Sager, known as Thelma and Louise, are back together just changing roles. In 2014 Ginger was President of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra League and Dixey...

Can Strength in Numbers Send the Dallas Stars to the Stanley Cup?

Texas Monthly 4/19 5:52A Jeff Miller

Twenty-five years after winning the franchise s only Stanley Cup to date, the Dallas Stars have put themselves in excellent position to win another.As champions of the National Hockey League s Western...

My Spring Weekly Outfit Recap

Brighton the Day 4/19 5:35A megan hopkins

The weekly outfit recap is here! From this Sézane Tie Dress (which comes in several different colors) to the maxi shirtdress you guys can t get enough of, we re feeling the...

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Family Storytime (All Ages)- Registration Required

McKinney TX Library 4/19 7:00P

Event date: April 20, 2024 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, Wobblers and Walkers (10-16 months)- Registration Required McKinney TX Library

Saturday Chess Meetup (All Ages)

McKinney TX Library 4/19 7:00P

Event date: April 20, 2024 Event Time: 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM Location: 6861 El Dorado Pkwy McKinney, TX 75070

Anime Club (6th-12th Grade) - Registration Required

McKinney TX Library 4/19 7:00P

Event date: April 20, 2024 Event Time: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM Location: 101 E. Hunt St. McKinney, TX 75069

Related: Mad Science (K-5th Grade) - Registration Required McKinney TX Library, So You Think You Can Draw (K-5th Grade) - Registration Required McKinney TX Library

Toddler Time (16 months-3 years) - Registration Required

McKinney TX Library 4/18 7:00P

Event date: April 19, 2024 Event Time: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM Location: 6861 W. Eldorado Pkwy. McKinney, TX 75070

Related: Little Ones Lapsit (0-10 months) - Registration Required McKinney TX Library

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Kenny's Burger Joint to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with $5 Cocktails

McKinney BubbleLife iReporter 4/19 5:59A Kelly Hunter

North Texans love a good party, and Cinco de Mayo, on Sunday, May 5, certainly provides a great reason for a fiesta. The team at Kennys Burger Joint loves any excuse for a party, and its celebrating...

Tell Mom She's Smokin' with Brunch at Barrel & Bones

McKinney BubbleLife iReporter 4/19 4:11A Kelly Hunter

Mothers Day brunch doesnt have to be a boring buffet with simple eggs and bacon. Iconic Texas smokehouse Barrel & Bones is celebrating mom with an amazing brunch available both Saturday, May 11 and...

Related: Barrel & Bones in The Colony to host Insolito tequila dinner May 1 McKinney BubbleLife iReporter

Two Brothers Winery

Texas Wine Lover 4/19 12:06A Jeff Cope

Two Brothers Winery is located in Keller which is a short drive north of Fort Worth. The winery is family-owned and operated by two brothers, Brian and Eddie Kirkwood, and their spouses, Stephanie and...

Celebrate National Picnic Day with Dickey’s Barbecue Pit

Restaurant News 4/18 11:38A RestaurantNews.com

World s largest barbecue brand offering guests $5 off Picnic Packs on April 23rd Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Let Dickey’s Barbecue Pit help you combine your two...

Did You Know? Diving Into the Texas Wine Lover Menu – Fun Stuff

Texas Wine Lover 4/18 12:03A Jeff Cope

There are a lot of features on the Texas Wine Lover website, and we started writing about them so you can learn about them and be able to use the many resources available. We’re moving across the...

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A DRESS FIT FOR AN ISLAND TRIP OR POOL PARTY

The Middle Page 4/16 1:46A Cathy Williamson

A DRESS FIT FOR AN ISLAND TRIP OR POOL PARTY Hello, ladies! Do you all know much about Mercury in Retrograde? An explanation is that the planet Mercury appears to travel backward across the sky three...

Finds I’m LOVING this week!

The Sister Studio 4/13 10:29P Jennifer Reed

Happy Sunday to you, my friends!! May your coffee be strong and your house be nice and quiet this morning! We had a busy day of kids soccer and basketball yesterday, so I m enjoying this morning when...

DAY AND NIGHT LOOK FROM A FAVORITE BRAND

The Middle Page 4/9 3:22A Cathy Williamson

DAY AND NIGHT LOOK FROM A FAVORITE BRAND Hello, everyone! Did you get a chance to see the eclipse (if you were in the path) yesterday? I didn t think it would be that big of a deal, but let me tell...

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Kyrie Irving is healthy and drama-free in Dallas as a playoff pairing with Luka Doncic dawns

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/20 1:26A Associated Press

The eight-time All-Star and 2016 NBA champion in Cleveland brought up on his own that he hasn’t had a 50-win season in six years.

Stars waited late to find out they get playoff rematch against the defending Stanley Cup champions

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/19 11:48A Associated Press

Vegas is the second wild card in the West

Rangers option rookie Jack Leiter 1 day after he allowed 7 runs in his major league debut

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/19 11:04A Associated Press

Leiter was the No. 2 overall pick in the 2021 draft

Texas spring signals time for Ewers to slow down and enjoy football in 2024 before NFL draft

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/19 8:46A Associated Press

The decision to stay also keeps Arch Manning waiting for his turn

Defending champ Golden Knights to face top-seeded Stars in playoffs after 4-1 loss to Ducks

Spectrum Local News Sports 4/19 1:42A Associated Press

The defending Stanley Cup champions will face top seed Dallas in the first round beginning Monday night, while the Kings play Edmonton.

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National News: Existing Home Sells Descended 4.3% in March

Collin County Association of REALTORS® 4/19 6:24A kendall@ccar.net

National News: Existing Home Sells Descended 4.3% in March Existing-home sales slipped in March, according to the National Association of REALTORS®. Among the four major U.S. regions, sales slid in...

Display Listings in 13 Languages with NTREIS Translator

Collin County Association of REALTORS® 4/19 6:14A bri@ccar.net

Display Listings in 13 Languages with NTREIS Translator NTREIS Translator is a FREE website and IDX solution for the NTREIS Subscriber. It is accessible when visitors click on a flag or other custom...

RSVP for TREC’s DFW Meeting

Collin County Association of REALTORS® 4/19 4:47A bri@ccar.net

RSVP for TREC s DFW Meeting The Texas Real Estate Commission invites CCAR Members to attend their upcoming DFW Meeting. Categories CCAR Events CCAR News Government Affairs Lone Star Homes Market...

Tax Assessments are Arriving. Wondering About Your Property’s Value?

Texas Real Estate Blog (Ebby.com) 4/18 10:41A Steve Smith

Many homeowners are expressing surprise – if not outright shock – upon receiving their annual statement from the local tax appraiser’s office. Now’s an excellent time to take a look at the difference...

Inspections on New Builds: Should I or Should I Not?

Collin County Association of REALTORS® 4/17 7:39A Collin County Association of REA

Inspections on New Builds: Should I or Should I Not? Written By: Lee Warren, Prospect Inspectors and Member of CCAR's Affiliate Committee Most buyers will employ a home inspector on the purchase of a...

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Emergency rooms refused to treat pregnant women, leaving one to miscarry in a lobby restroom

Spectrum Local News Health 4/19 1:11A Associated Press

Complaints that pregnant women were turned away from U.S. emergency rooms spiked in 2022 after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade.

Pink eye vs. allergies: know the difference and when to seek help

Health Care Associates 4/17 7:00A Alysen Vilhena

When your eyes start itching, turning red, or watering, it s natural to wonder why. Is it pink eye or just allergies? You need to know the difference because it affects how you treat these conditions....

Judge fines Texas HHSC $100,000 per day over foster care failures

Spectrum Local News Health 4/16 4:38A Craig Huber

Allegations include abuse, neglect.

Houston hospital halts liver and kidney transplants after learning a doctor manipulated some...

Spectrum Local News Health 4/12 4:09A Associated Press

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is aware of the allegations, and an investigation is underway.

Ag commissioner says chickens destroyed to prevent bird flu spread being replaced

Spectrum Local News Health 4/11 5:48A Erin Davis

The disease struck about 40% of dairy cows in the Panhandle.

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'Uncharted territory': El Niño to flip to La Niña in what could be the hottest year on record

Live Science 4/20 3:00A

El Niño is likely to give way soon, ushering in a quick switch to its opposite atmospheric and ocean pattern, La Niña. For the U.S., this climatological flip-flop will likely...

Southern Grasshopper mouse: The tiny super-predator that howls at the moon before it kills

Live Science 4/20 2:00A

Name: Southern grasshopper mouse ( Onychomys torridus ) Where it lives: Southwestern U.S. and northwestern Mexico What is eats: Scorpions, insects, other rodents and some...

Rare 'porcelain gallbladder' found in 100-year-old unmarked grave at Mississippi mental asylum...

Live Science 4/20 1:00A

About 100 years ago, a woman at Mississippi State Lunatic Asylum died with a condition so rare, it puzzled modern-day archaeologists who were excavating the asylum s unmarked...

Hot Cocoa vs Hot Chocolate: Choose Your Cozy Cup! +RECIPE

Cooking Chew 4/19 9:40A Renee Groskreutz

It s that time of the year again where we start looking for something warm to drink that is comforting. Ok yes, coffee is always in The post Hot Cocoa vs Hot Chocolate: Choose...

Celebrate National Picnic Day with Dickey’s Barbecue Pit

Restaurant News 4/18 11:38A RestaurantNews.com

World s largest barbecue brand offering guests $5 off Picnic Packs on April 23rd Dallas, TX ( RestaurantNews.com ) Let Dickey’s Barbecue Pit help you combine your two...

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20 Fun Sea Animals That Start With J [Plus Facts]

Confessions of Parenting- Fun Games, Jokes, and Mo 4/20 12:54A Michele Tripple

Today, we’re jetting off on a jubilant journey to the joyous world of sea animals that start with J. The ocean is jam-packed with jewels ... Read more The post 20 Fun Sea...

Taurus Fun Facts for Kids You Can Print

Kids Activities Blog 4/19 9:30P Monica S

Let s learn Taurus facts. If you like fun facts and learning about zodiac signs, you re in the right place! We The post Taurus Fun Facts for Kids You Can Print appeared first...

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Paper House Craft: Make a Pretend City with Paper Bags

Kids Activities Blog 4/19 9:27P Kim

Today we have the cutest paper bag craft for kids, paper bag houses! Making paper bag buildings is a great The post Paper House Craft: Make a Pretend City with Paper Bags...

Printable Crossword Puzzle for Kids with Bird Theme

Kids Activities Blog 4/19 9:26P Monica S

Today we have a free printable crossword puzzle for kids ages 6-12 that features bird names making it a Bird The post Printable Crossword Puzzle for Kids with Bird Theme...