This week, Local Profile readers were captivated by stories ranging from new restaurant openings to updates on McKinney’s evolving cityscape. We’ve rounded up the top five must-reads, including a spotlight on a popular local coffee shop’s new owner, a preview of the upcoming Texas Music Revolution festival, and insights into how the recent snowstorms are affecting allergy sufferers.
Stay connected and dive into these engaging stories about what’s happening in our community.
JAKO Cocina y Agave Is Exactly What Grandscape Needed
Grandscape has a lot: a speakeasy, a concert venue and seemingly endless dining options. Heck, you can even learn to surf and ride a Ferris wheel. But you know what was missing? Something like this.
This, of course, is JAKO, a modern Mexican restaurant with a twist — multiple twists. And it's already making Grandscape's nightlife better. READ MORE
9 New Photos That Show Off McKinney’s Brand New City Hall
The city of McKinney has been busy preparing for a monumental shift as its operations move into a brand-new city hall at 401 E. Virginia St., just a short half-mile from the existing site. READ MORE
Young Owner Takes the Helm of McKinney Square's Oldest Coffee Shop
An industrial-themed coffee shop stands on Louisiana Street in downtown McKinney, serving regulars and visitors alike for almost a decade. The variety of seating and participation in local events such as the seasonal coffee crawl have made this place a McKinney favorite. However, there is a change. READ MORE
What You Need To Know About McKinney's Texas Music Revolution
For nearly 30 years, KHYI 95.3 The Range has been Collin County’s home for country music and rising local talent. As one of the nation’s longest-running independent stations, it’s also hosted the annual music festival, Texas Music Revolution, now gearing up for its 29th year. READ MORE
The Recent Snow Storms Probably Made Your Allergies Worse
If the freezing weather wasn’t enough, this past week has been nothing short of miserable — my household has gone through enough tissues to stock a small pharmacy. And no, this isn’t just some run-of-the-mill cold. It’s allergy season, and surely, I’m not alone. READ MORE
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