Avelo Airlines Launches New Nonstop Route Between Las Vegas and McKinney
Avelo Airlines is resuming service to Las Vegas with a new nonstop connection to McKinney National Airport starting in November.
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Avelo Airlines is resuming service to Las Vegas with a new nonstop connection to McKinney National Airport starting in November.
Avelo Airlines will begin service from McKinney National Airport on November 11, offering nonstop flights to Las Vegas and four Florida cities.
Avelo Airlines has officially launched operations in McKinney, establishing itself as the local carrier for Collin County.
Avelo Airlines will begin nonstop flights to five cities from McKinney National Airport starting November 11, 2026, coinciding with the new terminal opening.
Avelo Airlines will begin nonstop flights to five cities from McKinney National Airport starting November 11, 2026, coinciding with the opening of the new passenger terminal.
Regular unleaded averages $3.1470 in the Dallas area, down from last week and less than the state average.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Regular unleaded averages $3.1620 in the Dallas area, down from last week and less than the state average.
Regular unleaded averages $3.1780 in the Dallas area, down from last week and less than the state average.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Pablo Berrios received a life sentence after pleading guilty to killing a friend with a pipe in New Hope.