McKinney
Mckinney Gas Prices Edge Lower to $3.1470 as State Average Declines
Regular unleaded averages $3.1470 in the Dallas area, down from last week and less than the state average.
Dexter LindgrenJune 30, 20261 min read
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McKinney Officials Respond to Bobcat and Kitten Storm Drain Video
McKinney Animal Services and Project Coyote confirmed a bobcat kitten was healthy after residents reported it entering a storm drain, prompting advice on pet safety.
Cody EsparzaJune 30, 20261 min read
McKinney
McKinney CDC Considers $10,00.00 Grant for Veterans Day Event
The McKinney Community Development Corporation will consider a promotional and community event grant application from The Warrior’s Keep. The request seeks $10,00.00 to support the advertising, marketing, and promotion of the 2026 Veterans Day Celebration at TUPPS Brewery.
Cody EsparzaJune 30, 20261 min read
McKinney
McKinney CDC to Review $14,712 Grant for Myers Park Events
The McKinney Community Development Corporation will consider a $14,712.00 grant application from the Collin County Master Gardeners Association. The funds would support advertising and promotion for five unique events at Myers Park during the 2026-2027 season.
Cody EsparzaJune 30, 20261 min read
McKinney
McKinney CDC to Review Lone Star Winery Grant for Holiday Event
The McKinney Community Development Corporation will consider a $10,000.00 grant application from Lone Star Winery on June 25, 2026. The funding would support advertising, marketing, and promotion for the 2026 12 Wines of Christmas Event.
Cody EsparzaJune 30, 20261 min read
McKinney
McKinney Corporation Approves Loan Term Extensions for The Farm Project
McKinney officials approved loan term extensions for Project 4B25-10. The loan extends to July 30, 2028, and the annexation process to December 31, 2026. The initiative funds infrastructure and public access areas at The Farm for young adults aging out of foster care.
Cody EsparzaJune 30, 20261 min read
McKinney
McKinney Approves Loan Extension for Chestnut Tank Project
The McKinney Community Development Corporation approved a second extension to a loan agreement for the Chestnut Elevated Storage Tank Improvements. The revised term now runs through December 31, 2026. The motion was made by Wilkes and seconded by Booth.
Cody EsparzaJune 30, 20261 min read
McKinney
McKinney CDC Approves $683,467 Grant for Hugs Cafe Expansion
The McKinney Community Development Corporation approved a $683,467.00 project grant for Hugs Cafe, Inc. to fund expansion and site improvements at its facility on East Cottage Hill Parkway. The funding covers 58.6 percent of the total project cost.
Cody EsparzaJune 30, 20261 min read
McKinney
KFC Unveils Next-Gen 'Open House' Concept, Debuting in McKinney
KFC is launching a major brand overhaul featuring new menu items and restaurant designs, with its first U.S. prototype opening in McKinney later this summer.
Cody EsparzaJune 29, 20261 min read
McKinney
Mckinney Gas Prices Edge Lower to $3.1620 as State Average Declines
Regular unleaded averages $3.1620 in the Dallas area, down from last week and less than the state average.
Darnell BrooksJune 29, 20261 min read
McKinney
Mckinney Gas Prices Edge Lower to $3.1780 as State Average Declines
Regular unleaded averages $3.1780 in the Dallas area, down from last week and less than the state average.
Wyatt CarriganJune 29, 20261 min read
McKinney
McKinney Approves $174,439 Chapter 380 Deal With The Parks Church and $200,000 for Outdoor Warning Sirens
Two June 16, 2026 budget amendments direct $174,439 in TIRZ One funds to a Chapter 380 deal with The Parks Church at 129-131 S. Tennessee Street and $200,000 from the Public Safety Improvement Fund toward outdoor warning sirens.
Cody EsparzaJune 29, 20262 min read
McKinney
McKinney Council Approves $10.8 Million Erwin Park Construction Contract With A&C Construction
McKinney Council on June 16, 2026 approved a not-to-exceed $10,800,983 contract with A&C Construction of Irving for Erwin Park, including a $712,983 contingency, plus a $1.53 million budget amendment for three parks.
Cody EsparzaJune 29, 20262 min read
McKinney
McKinney Council Adds 16 Acres to Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number One, Pushing TIRZ to 996 Acres
After a public hearing on June 16, 2026, the McKinney City Council approved an ordinance adding approximately 16 acres to Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Number One, expanding the zone from approximately 980 acres to approximately 996 acres.
Cody EsparzaJune 29, 20262 min read
McKinney: Rashee Rice Faces Third Lawsuit Over 2024 Dallas Crash
A third legal action has been filed against former NFL player Rashee Rice regarding a 2024 Dallas collision, with one plaintiff seeking damages between $250,000 and $1 million.
Cody EsparzaJune 27, 20261 min read
McKinney
McKinney Man Gets Life for Fatal Pipe Attack on Friend
Pablo Berrios received a life sentence after pleading guilty to killing a friend with a pipe in New Hope.
Cody EsparzaJune 27, 20261 min read
McKinney Recruits Neighborhood Heroes for AED Response Network
The McKinney Fire Department is expanding its 4-Minute City initiative by recruiting residents to carry automated external defibrillators and respond to cardiac emergencies.
Cody EsparzaJune 27, 20261 min read
McKinney Highlights Community Connections in July Feature
The City of McKinney released a July 9 update focusing on neighborhood relationships and communal areas.
Cody EsparzaJune 27, 20261 min read
McKinney Library Hosts Crochet Club for Teens in July and August
The McKinney Public Library System is offering a free crochet club for teens at the John and Judy Gay Library, with sessions scheduled for July and August 2026.
Cody EsparzaJune 26, 20261 min read
McKinney
McKinney ISD Website Highlights Education Mission
The McKinney Independent School District website presents its core mission of inspiring excellence through innovative education and a commitment to student success.
Cody EsparzaJune 26, 20261 min read
McKinney Public Library Hosts True Crime Book Club in July
The McKinney Public Library System is hosting an in-person True Crime Book Club for adults at the John and Judy Gay Library on Wednesday, July 8, 2026.
Cody EsparzaJune 25, 20261 min read