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Top 5 Reads Of The Week [March 17-21]

Stay connected and informed with the top 5 reads of the week March 17-21, 2025
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Some stories are too good to keep to yourself, and this week’s top reads are no exception. From a donut shop that doubles as a fried chicken haven to a McKinney development set to shake up the skyline, there’s plenty to dig into. Frisco’s patio season is in full swing and a hidden camping gem is just an hour away — these stories got North Texas buzzing.

Stay connected and dive into these engaging stories about what’s happening in our community.

Cute And Delicious: Honeybird Plano Is More Than Donuts

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Too cute to eat? Nah. Photo: Shoko Ashcraft / Local Profile

Here's how it usually goes: You want cute and sweet donuts, there are oodles of places. But if you also want savory and spicy chicken sandwiches, well, then you must go elsewhere. Two-for-one shops like that are rarities! Enter Honeybird. READ MORE


Why The YMCA Collin County Adventure Camp Will Close After Nearly 20 Years

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. Photo: YMCA Collin County Adventure Camp

Since 2006, Collin County Adventure Camp has been a destination for students, families and organizations seeking outdoor education, summer camp fun and group programs. The camp, a partnership between Collin County and the YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas, has served as a place for learning and adventure. However, that chapter is coming to an end. READ MORE


Only An Hour From Plano Is 2025's Best Quiet Camping Getaway In America

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Photo: Campspot

Summer is just around the corner and many of us are craving lakefront mornings, marshmallow-fueled nights and a campground so nice it feels like a resort. READ MORE


Spring Is In The Air: Frisco’s Best Patios For Outdoor Dining

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Photo: J. Theodore

As winter fades and sunshine takes center stage, it's the perfect time to move your dining plans outdoors in Frisco. Soak up the warm weather, grab a seat under the open sky, and let patio season begin. READ MORE


1,500 Unit Mixed-Use Development Eyed For North McKinney

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Photo: City of McKinney

A major mixed-use development could soon add to McKinney’s growing population, bringing a blend of residential, retail, office and hospitality spaces to the rapidly expanding corridor. READ MORE

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