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McKinney Gas Prices Ease to $3.7010 as Monthly Costs Rise — July 27, 2026
Regular unleaded averages $3.7010 in the Dallas area, down from yesterday, up from last week and above the Texas average.
Cody Esparza · July 27, 2026
McKinney Gas Prices Nudge Lower to $3.7190 as Monthly Costs Rise — July 26, 2026
Regular unleaded averages $3.7190 in the Dallas area, down from yesterday, up from last week and above the Texas average.
Cody Esparza · July 26, 2026
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A new Texas sales tax permit has been issued for Chillers at a Mckinney address.
Cody Esparza · July 26, 2026
Surfside Global Solutions Llc Files Sales Tax Permit in McKinney
Public records show a new sales tax permit was issued for Surfside Global Solutions Llc in McKinney on July 25, 2026.
Cody Esparza · July 26, 2026
Cajun Grace Receives Sales Tax Permit in McKinney
Public records show Cajun Grace obtained a new Texas sales tax permit on July 24, 2026, for a location at 501 Calmwater Cv in McKinney.
Cody Esparza · July 26, 2026
McKinney Opens Cooling Stations as Heat Index Hits 100 Degrees
The City of McKinney has activated cooling stations at Emmanuel Labor and the Salvation Army for residents seeking relief from extreme heat.
Cody Esparza · July 24, 2026
Se7en Waves Sound Bath Scheduled for Mondays in McKinney
A sound bath event series titled Se7en Waves is set to take place on Mondays in McKinney.
Cody Esparza · July 24, 2026
Back to School: When McKinney Students Return in 2026 and the Key Dates to Know
McKinney's public schools begin the 2026-27 year around August 13, 2026. Here are the first-day and key calendar dates for the districts that serve the city.
Cody Esparza · July 24, 2026
McKinney Gas Prices Nudge Lower to $3.7530 as Monthly Costs Rise — July 24, 2026
Regular unleaded averages $3.7530 in the Dallas area, down from yesterday, up from last week and above the Texas average.
Cody Esparza · July 24, 2026
McKinney Gas Prices Climb to $3.7620 as Monthly Costs Rise — July 23, 2026
Regular unleaded averages $3.7620 in the Dallas area, up from yesterday, up from last week and above the Texas average.
Cody Esparza · July 23, 2026
How McKinney's Representative Voted on Barring Members of Congress From Buying Stocks
The U.S. House voted 232 to 198 to pass the Stop Insider Trading Act, which would bar members of Congress from buying individual stocks. Rep. Self voted YES. The bill now goes to the Senate.
Cody Esparza · July 23, 2026
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A new Texas sales tax permit has been issued for Chillers at a Mckinney address.
July 26, 2026
Local BusinessSurfside Global Solutions Llc Files Sales Tax Permit in McKinney
Public records show a new sales tax permit was issued for Surfside Global Solutions Llc in McKinney on July 25, 2026.
July 26, 2026
Local BusinessCajun Grace Receives Sales Tax Permit in McKinney
Public records show Cajun Grace obtained a new Texas sales tax permit on July 24, 2026, for a location at 501 Calmwater Cv in McKinney.
July 26, 2026
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More →'King of the Hill' Season 15 Features 10 New Episodes Set in Arlen, Modeled on Richardson
The latest season of 'King of the Hill' includes 10 episodes and highlights Richardson.
July 27, 2026
TexasTexas Regulators Move to Shield Home Electric Bills From Data Center Growth
Texas utility regulators and ERCOT outlined steps meant to keep households from paying for the power infrastructure that new data centers require, responding to a directive from Governor Abbott.
July 26, 2026
TexasTexas Extends Application Window for Workforce Pell Grant Training Programs
Texas is giving colleges and technical schools more time to submit short-term training programs for the new federal Workforce Pell Grant, a move state officials say will widen access to career credentials across the state.
July 25, 2026
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