Nearly three years after a 58-year-old electrical engineer was gunned down in his garage at his home in Plano, police this week arrested three suspects in connection with his murder. Robbery was identified as a motive, according to a statement released Tuesday by Plano police. An extensive investigation by the Plano Police Department Crimes Against […]
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The Rise and Fall of McKinney City Council Member La’Shadion Shemwell
Duly elected by his district, Council member La’Shadion Shemwell faces McKinney voters petitioning to remove him from office.
Posted inArts + Culture, Sports
Dallas Cowboys will headline 2021 season of HBO’s popular show ‘Hard Knocks’
Viewers of Hard Knocks: The Dallas Cowboys will get to know quarterback Dak Prescott and running back Ezekiel Elliott in ways they never have before, as well as new recruit, linebacker Micah Parsons.
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Burning up? Stay cool 5 different ways this week
Summers in Texas are hot. Very hot. So, we’ve learned to adapt. Once the temperature gauge hits 100 degrees, there are three things Texans do to stay cool: stay inside, get wet and escape to a lake. Here are our top 5 suggestions for folks in Collin County to stay cool on hot Texas summer […]
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6 best Texas getaways for a summer escape
Looking for some Texas getaways? Year round, there’s many great options to choose from. The summer months, however, are great for exploring the Texas coast, lakes and rivers – anything that provides a respite from the heat. Here are a few of our best Texas getaways for a summer escape. South Padre Island | Best […]
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Get dairy free ice cream at these 5 Collin County ice cream shops!
If you have dietary restrictions, I feel you. I’m a gluten-free and egg-free gal! It can be difficult to satisfy your palate while still treating your body with care. If you’re lactose intolerant, vegan or just tired of going into food comas after eating ice cream — it happens to the best of us — […]
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5 incredible DFW local artists to follow and support
Add color to your Instagram feed and pizzazz to your walls with work from these five local artists. Whether you’re looking for a family portrait, landscape or fan art, a vibrant color palette or muted nudes and beiges, we’ve got you covered. The Nerd Lady The Nerd Lady, or Swapna Gardner as she’s known to […]
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Olympics 2020: Cheer for these talented Collin County athletes!
The Olympic Games have begun! There are over 100 athletes with Texas ties competing in the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, Japan (yes, technically 2021, because… pandemic). Beloved gymnast Simone Biles is from Spring, TX, and Luka Dončić is the Slovenian basketball superstar with the Dallas Mavericks. But did you know there will be some […]
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Don’t miss Fish City Grill’s dreamy summer menu! Here are 5 of our fave menu items.
Want a coastal cuisine experience, but you won’t be travelling quite yet to get it? Fish City Grill and Half Shells’ special menu selections are a crisp experience that pairs coastal tang with more inland-inspired twists. Here are a few of our favorite dishes we tried there. You’ll have to hurry though; we’re already in […]
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American Idol-alum Ron Bultongez arrested on sexual assault charges in Grapevine, TX
American Idol alumnus Ron Bultongez was charged with sexual assault with a minor under 17 last Thursday, July 15. The Plano Senior High School graduate was arrested in Grapevine, where he turned himself in.
Posted inEvents, Family, Food
5 fun things to do this weekend in Collin County! (7/22)
There are lots of fun activities to do this weekend for the whole family… and for the pets! Take your dog to an outdoor concert, or a meant-for-dogs gathering in the park. Learn how to decorate cookies, or how to knit. There’s definitely something to do this weekend that you’ll enjoy! Paws in the Park […]
Posted inHome and Garden, Local News
How to detect a gas leak in your home before it gets deadly
The source of the home explosion on Cleveland Drive in Plano is being investigated as a possible gas leak. Authorities made that much clear within 24 hours of the explosion on Monday afternoon. (UPDATE: this story now reflects the update from Plano authorities that the Plano home explosion may have been intentional. Read the still […]