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McKinney to consider raising noise-variance application fee from $25 to $150
An October 5 proposal would change the fee and establish a clearer process for construction-noise exceptions and appeals.
Cody EsparzaSeptember 30, 20261 min read
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McKinney sets Oct. 5 hearing on residential annexation near County Road 161
The council will take public input on requested residential zoning west of County Road 161, about 1,350 feet north of County Road 124.
Cody EsparzaSeptember 30, 20261 min read
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Recall petition submitted for mayor and three council members
Organizers submitted over 7,000 signatures to the city, claiming at least 6,500 valid votes to trigger a recall election.
Cody EsparzaSeptember 27, 20261 min read
McKinney
Collin County seeks firms to test HVAC systems and commission buildings
Qualifications are due Oct. 29 for on-call work supporting county construction projects.
Cody EsparzaSeptember 27, 20261 min read
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Recall petition submitted with over 6,500 signatures
Organizers have formally submitted petition signatures to the city, initiating the verification process for a recall election targeting the mayor and three council members.
Cody EsparzaSeptember 27, 20261 min read
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Recall petition nears deadline amid growth disputes
Organizers claim to have collected over 6,500 signatures to trigger a recall election for Mayor Bill Cox and three council members, citing long-standing frustrations with development and governance.
Cody EsparzaSeptember 26, 20262 min read
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McKinney Community Development Corporation Approves Revised FY 2027 Budget
The McKinney Community Development Corporation approved its revised fiscal year 2027 budget on Sept. 24, 2026. The plan follows prior City Council approval on Sept. 1, 2026. A motion to approve the agenda item was made by Wilkes and seconded by Booth before passing.
Cody EsparzaSeptember 26, 20261 min read
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McKinney residential utility rates to rise effective Oct. 1, 2026
The City of McKinney will increase residential water, sewer, trash, and drainage rates starting October 1, 2026, citing regional growth and infrastructure needs.
Cody EsparzaSeptember 25, 20262 min read
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Recall petition for four McKinney council members nears signature goal
Organizers of a recall effort targeting four McKinney City Council members, including the mayor, state they have collected over 6,500 signatures ahead of the submission deadline.
Cody EsparzaSeptember 25, 20262 min read
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Recall Campaign Claims 6,500 Signatures to Oust Mayor Cox
Organizers say they have verified 6,500 signatures against a required 5,805 to remove Mayor Bill Cox and three council members.
Cody EsparzaSeptember 24, 20262 min read
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McKinney Parks and Recreation lists upcoming holiday activities and camps
The city's Parks and Recreation department has published a list of holiday activities and camps for residents.
Cody EsparzaSeptember 23, 20261 min read
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McKinney library offers monthly art challenge for teens
The John and Judy Gay Library is hosting a monthly art challenge for students in grades 6 through 12, with the first session scheduled for October 1, 2026.
Cody EsparzaSeptember 23, 20261 min read
Kids in the Kitchen class scheduled Oct. 3 at Old Settler’s
The McKinney cooking class for ages 6–12 runs from 9 a.m. to noon and costs $30 for residents or $42 for nonresidents.
Cody EsparzaSeptember 23, 20261 min read
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Public Library offers Halloween-themed storytime for toddlers
The John and Judy Gay Library is hosting a Halloween-themed Cultural Storytime for children ages 3 to 5 on Monday, October 5, 2026.
Cody EsparzaSeptember 23, 20261 min read
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North Texas testing examines future electric air taxi flights
A three-year state initiative is studying how electric aircraft could eventually carry passengers across North Texas.
Cody EsparzaSeptember 22, 20261 min read
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Metroplex voters can get discounted Lyft trips to polls Nov. 3
Lyft will offer reduced-price rides, bike trips and scooter trips to polling locations throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area on Nov. 3.
Cody EsparzaSeptember 22, 20261 min read
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Metroplex flights disrupted by Philadelphia air-traffic outage
A failed air traffic control connection in Philadelphia caused cancellations and growing delays at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport and Dallas Love Field.
Cody EsparzaSeptember 22, 20261 min read
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Marketing campaigns earn multiple national and industry awards
The city’s communications team received several honors for social media strategies and video content.
Cody EsparzaSeptember 21, 20261 min read
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Collin County leaders rethink tax-cutting traditions amid growth
Facing explosive population growth and rising service costs, Collin County commissioners approved a property tax increase after more than three decades of rate reductions.
Cody EsparzaSeptember 21, 20262 min read
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McKinney Planning Commission Reviews Local’s Auto Permit Request
The McKinney Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on September 22, 2026, regarding a specific use permit request for a minor vehicle repair facility at the southwest corner of Wilmeth Road and North Hardin Boulevard.
Cody EsparzaSeptember 19, 20261 min read
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McKinney Planning and Zoning Reviews C2 and TR1.8 Zoning Request
The McKinney Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on September 22, 2026, regarding a zoning request for a property on the east side of North Custer Road. The proposal seeks to designate the site as a C2 Local Commercial District and a TR1.8 Townhome...
Cody EsparzaSeptember 19, 20261 min read