News from May 2024
City of McKinney distributing new trash and recycling containers
The city of McKinney announced that all residents who pay for trash and recycling services will be receiving new carts between May 28 and July 19.
In 2022-23 school year, there were 57,694 economically disadvantaged students taught in Collin County schools
Schools in Collin County enrolled the 12th highest number of students identified as economically disadvantaged in the state during the 2022-23 school year, according to the Texas Education Agency.
McKinney city council approves development agreement for music venue
The McKinney City Council has finalized a development agreement with Notes Live to develop a flagship music venue in the area.
Collin County Bond Program announce funding for park and open spaces
The Collin County Board announced their 2023 Bond Program includes opportunities for non-profit organization and municipalities within the county to apply for a share of their Parks and Open Spaces funds.
McKinney homeschool student Natalie Brown awarded $2,000 national civics scholarship
By Collin Times News Service May 1, 2024
McKinney high school student Natalie Brown was awarded a $2,000 scholarship from the Foundation for the Restoration of America (FFROA) following her completion of the organization's Constitutional Study Program.
Wakeland golfer wins state title; boys team finishes second
Led by individual state champion Luke Colton, the Wakeland boys golf team achieved a second-place finish at the UIL 5A Boys State Championships held at Legacy Hills Golf Course in Georgetown.
Former State Senator Don Huffines: Jamie Kohlmann ‘is an actual Republican and courageous leader’
Former State Senator Don Huffines endorsed State Board of Education candidate Jamie Kohlmann saying she “is an actual Republican and courageous leader” who will benefit the public school system.