News from August 2023
City Facilities Closed for Labor Day
By Collin Times Report Aug 29, 2023
Check hours for facilities before visiting Monday, Sept. 4.
Congressman Keith Self Announces Hunt County District Office Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
By Collin Times Report Aug 29, 2023
On August 23, Congressman Keith Self announces the grand opening of the Hunt County district office in Greenville, Texas.
Collin Times area weekly mass times
The following parishes in the Collin Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.
Weekly recap, week ending Aug. 19 home sales in Collin County
There were 176 reported residential sales in Collin County in the week ending Aug. 19, according to BlockShopper.com.
"Welcome to Texas" celebration scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 23 in McKinney
The Stars and Stripes United nonprofit organization is hosting an event in September to welcome the massive numbers of people moving into the state. The “Welcome to Texas Boot Scootin’ Roundup” will be held on Saturday, Sept. 23, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the “Show Barn” at Myers Park in McKinney, one of the largest event barns in the state.
Volunteers Needed for Love Where You Live Service Da
By Collin Times Report Aug 22, 2023
Council approves restart for Evans Park project, renovations to Big Lake Dam, improvements to three intersections and a no-parking zone on Merriman Drive near Los Rios Boulevard.
Collin Times area weekly mass times
The following parishes in the Collin Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.
Collin County home sales in week ending Aug. 12
There were 157 reported residential sales in Collin County in the week ending Aug. 12, according to BlockShopper.com.
How many students were enrolled in Collin County schools in the 2021-2022 school year?
Collin County was ranked eighth in enrollment numbers across the state in the 2021-2022 school year, according to the Texas Education Agency.
Collin County median home valuation prices rose by 1% in July 2023 compared to July 2022
In July 2023, the median sale price of a home in Collin County rose by $3,282 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 55.5%.
Participate in the Budget-Focused Plano Town Hall
By Collin Times Report Aug 15, 2023
Join us for the next Plano Town Hall as we answer your budget-related questions. Watch for school zones to be activated this week. View the latest video on Parker Road improvements. Learn "Why Plano is Attractive to Business" at Multicultural Outreach Roundtable's Annual Business Leadership Reception.
Collin Times area weekly mass times
The following parishes in the Collin Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.
Recent Collin County home sales in week ending Aug. 5
There were 196 reported residential sales in Collin County in the week ending Aug. 5, according to BlockShopper.com.
1 gas station in cities throughout Collin County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Aug. 5
The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Collin County was found at one gas station in the week ending Aug. 5, according to GasBuddy.com.
Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Collin County in week ending Aug. 5?
The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Collin County was found at one gas station in the week ending Aug. 5, according to GasBuddy.com.
Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Collin County in week ending Aug. 5?
The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Collin County was found at one gas station in the week ending Aug. 5, according to GasBuddy.com.
Join us for Clear the Shelters 2023!
By Collin Times Report Aug 8, 2023
Wrap up the last days of summer with a new pet during the 9th Annual Clear the Shelters event! The event runs the entire month of August.
Cheapest e85 gas in cities across Collin County in week ending Aug. 5
The lowest price of e85 gas in cities throughout Collin County was found at one gas station in the week ending Aug. 5, according to GasBuddy.com.
Telehealth vs. In-Person Care: Which is More Affordable?
The recent pandemic has made virtual visits with healthcare providers more popular than ever before. But is telehealth more affordable than in-person medical care? Let’s compare the benefits and costs of each to help you make the best decision for your health. “The biggest advantage of a telehealth visit is that it allows people who live in remote locations to receive high-quality care,” said Lin McLeod, author and healthcare expert. “Telehealth services are excellent for those in remote areas or for people seeing quick advice for a medical condition.
1 gas station in cities throughout Collin County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Aug. 5
The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Collin County was found at one gas station in the week ending Aug. 5, according to GasBuddy.com.