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Ideas in motion: Local choreographer takes her show to Broadway


Bree Hafen has been dancing her entire life.
Wednesday, June 19, 2013 2:10 PM CDT

McKinney Repertory Theatre's 'The Little Mermaid, Jr.' June 21-23


Disney's "The Little Mermaid, Jr." is being presented by McKinney Repertory Theatre Broadway Bound Summer Camp June 21-23 at the McKinney Performing Arts Center.
Wednesday, June 19, 2013 1:35 PM CDT

One step closer: Council looks at issues stalling downtown redevelopment


The McKinney City Council is still looking at redeveloping its property in the downtown area, though the process was put on hold last month.
Wednesday, June 19, 2013 12:03 PM CDT

Under construction: Roadway construction kicks off downtown


Several McKinney roadways are under construction, and while most drivers are seeing the delays, they are also seeing what will lead to a better overall infrastructure within the city.
Wednesday, June 19, 2013 12:03 PM CDT

McKinney's Summer Music Intensives join lessons, jam sessions


An unlikely mix of professional musicians and young aspirers joined rhythms in recent days at the Heard-Craig Carriage House in downtown McKinney.
Wednesday, June 19, 2013 12:06 PM CDT

McKinney aquatic facility takes part in 'world's largest swimming lesson'


As children arrived for their swim lessons Tuesday morning, it seemed a typical summer day at Juanita Maxfield Aquatic Center in McKinney.
Wednesday, June 19, 2013 10:05 AM CDT

Celebrating a small town, hometown hero: Audie Murphy Day to honor veterans, active duty


Who is Audie Murphy? If you've never heard of him before, best do your homework before visiting Farmersville, particularly if it's on June 22.
Friday, June 14, 2013 1:23 PM CDT

McKinney ISD outperforms state averages on STAAR


McKinney ISD in large part outperformed state averages on State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) tests, according to statewide results released Monday.
Friday, June 14, 2013 12:52 PM CDT

McKinney breaks ground on Craig Ranch corporate center


Thursday morning marked the beginning of new corporate business opportunities in McKinney as officials broke ground on the McKinney Corporate Center Craig Ranch.
Friday, June 14, 2013 12:40 PM CDT

Bus driver revives McKinney student with CPR


School bus drivers aren't required to know CPR. Fortunately for 14-year-old Dakota, a special-needs student, her bus driver does.
Friday, June 14, 2013 12:31 PM CDT

Resident's 'hunger strike' aims to garner food donations for Salvation Army pantry


One man's efforts to feed the hungry will take the food right out of his mouth - literally - for 14 days.
Friday, June 14, 2013 12:24 PM CDT

Breaking taboos with a little laughter: Dallas Holocaust Museum to host first play tonight


For nearly three decades, the Dallas Holocaust Museum/Center for Education and Tolerance has been preserving the memory of the Holocaust through its various educational programs and exhibits. But for the first time, the museum will host an internationally renowned theater production focusing on some of the Holocaust's forgotten victims.
Thursday, June 13, 2013 3:26 PM CDT

McKinney ISD seeks 2.5 percent pay raise for teachers


McKinney ISD officials are recommending at least a 2.25 percent pay raise for employees for the coming fiscal year, according to budget estimates presented last week to the school board.
Thursday, June 13, 2013 10:31 AM CDT

McKinney orchestra director one of 217 quarterfinalists for first-ever Music Educator Award


Faubion Middle School orchestra director Kari Zamora is used to conducting in front of dozens of parents and siblings. Her audience just got a lot bigger.
Wednesday, June 12, 2013 3:33 PM CDT

Fly Me to the Moon: Swing jazz band to perform at Under the Stars concert Saturday


Collin County couples looking for a fun and romantic way to spend a warm summer night might want to turn their eyes to the far corner of McKinney, where the classics of "Old Blue Eyes" and other jazz greats will come alive at "the best little wine house in Texas."
Wednesday, June 12, 2013 1:36 PM CDT

Overnight traffic closures in McKinney this week


Weather permitting, there will be several minor traffic switches on U.S. Highway 75 at and around Bloomdale Road in McKinney between today and Friday, the Texas Department of Transportation announced.
Monday, June 10, 2013 1:40 PM CDT

McKinney Kiwanis Club helps promote reading at elementary level


During the past several years, the Kiwanis Club of McKinney has worked with three McKinney Independent School District elementary schools through the Kiwanis' "Terrific Kids Program."
Friday, June 7, 2013 6:51 PM CDT

Downtown farewell: Laura Moore closes shop, picks up the brush in Dallas


Saying goodbye to the McKinney square likely isn't easy, but as life moves forward, local artist and gallery owner Laura Moore has closed up shop.
Friday, June 7, 2013 4:41 PM CDT

TxDOT studies U.S. 75 corridor, looks at alternate routes


Collin County drivers know what it's like to sit behind a sea of taillights during their morning and evening commutes. As this scene remains typical to them, the Texas Department of Transportation is trying to determine a better way to travel.
Friday, June 7, 2013 4:41 PM CDT

McKinney teacher to be honored in Washington D.C. for innovative methods


Joli Barker is back on the nation's radar for innovative classroom instruction.
Friday, June 7, 2013 4:02 PM CDT

Former video producer publishes first novel, starts book series


Screenplays and video production used to be his vehicles. His creativity came through in motion.
Friday, June 7, 2013 3:41 PM CDT

MPD investigates mosque paintballing: Members say similar incidents have taken place for months


What could have been a childish prank has now gained steam as a possible hate crime as worshipers at the McKinney Islamic Association on Eldorado Parkway recall the weekend's paintballing incident.
Wednesday, June 5, 2013 3:18 PM CDT

Suspected pipe bomb found in Collin County: Bomb squad called to determine risk, homes evacuated


Residents of rural McKinney had a surprise visit from a bomb squad Monday afternoon after reports of a pipe bomb caused concern from local authorities.
Wednesday, June 5, 2013 3:18 PM CDT

Collin College exhibit shows African Americans' medical influence during Civil War


African Americans' freedom wasn't all that was on the line during the Civil War. Their lives and medical expertise were, too.
Wednesday, June 5, 2013 1:08 PM CDT

Masonic Lodge presents Boy Scouts leader with Community Builder Award


St. John's Masonic Lodge #51 has a motto: "Making good men better since 1850."
Monday, June 3, 2013 2:09 PM CDT

Mosque hit by paintball bandits


The McKinney Islamic Association, located at 2940 W. Eldorado Parkway, has been vandalized with nearly two dozen paintballs, according to the Dallas Morning News.
Monday, June 3, 2013 12:53 PM CDT

Three McKinney ISD seniors awarded National Merit Scholarships


Three McKinney ISD seniors have been awarded National Merit Scholarships.
Monday, June 3, 2013 10:27 AM CDT

Student sues school district for prom-related incident: Court dismisses suit about alcohol usage, leaving MISD decision in place


Prom is supposed to be a joyous occasion for seniors, one of the final rites of passage before graduation. For one McKinney Independent School District senior, however, it was the exact opposite.
Friday, May 31, 2013 5:07 PM CDT

New chief brings new philosophy to McKinney: June 7 event to connect community, police department.


McKinney residents who love their coffee or want to get to know their police chief and department are able to on Friday, June 7, during the Coffee with the Cops event.
Friday, May 31, 2013 5:02 PM CDT

McKinney debuts summer concert series: Next concert in series on June 8 at Finch park


If you find yourself a little culturally deprived, longing for live music or simply without something fun do to on a Saturday night, head out to either or both of the last two concerts in McKinney's Cultural Music Series on June 8 and 15.
Friday, May 31, 2013 5:02 PM CDT

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