News from April 2025
Frisco ISD softball teams enter playoffs with both single and series matches
Eight Frisco ISD softball teams are set to begin their playoff matches this week.
Rep. Keith Self addresses fiscal and educational policies in recent tweets
Rep. Keith Self, serving Texas' 3rd district, voiced his perspectives on education reform and fiscal responsibility on April 22 and 23, 2025.
FDA: 9 companies in cities within Denton County received 22 citations in Q1
There were nine companies in cities associated with Denton County that received FDA citations as a result of 10 inspections conducted in the county over the first quarter of 2025, according to reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Collin County updates Regional Trails Master Plan to boost connectivity
Collin County has initiated an update to its Regional Trails Master Plan.
Rep. Keith Self tweets on judicial conduct and political defense
Rep. Keith Self, serving Texas’s 3rd District, tweeted about judicial integrity and political support on April 21 and 22, 2025.
FDA conducted inspections of 23 companies in cities located in Denton County in Q1
There were 23 companies in cities associated with Denton County that received 24 FDA inspections in the first quarter of 2025, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.
Government events this week in Collin County: April 20-26
The following events are scheduled to take place in Collin County this week.
Frisco ISD golfers advance to state championships after regional wins
The Centennial and Panther Creek girls golf teams recently secured regional titles at the 5A and 4A Region II championships, respectively.
Rep. Keith Self addresses recent events on Twitter
Rep. Keith Self shared condolences for a community loss, reflected on Texas' historic events and commented on a poll affecting immigration policy.
Rep. Keith Self expresses views on national security, parental rights, and fiscal policies
Rep. Keith Self, since taking office in 2023, has shared his perspectives on various national issues through social media posts.
Confirmed measles case prompts health alert in Collin County
Collin County Health Care Services has announced a confirmed case of measles involving a person who visited various public locations in Plano while infectious.
Early voting starts in Frisco ISD Board of Trustees election
Early voting for three seats on the Frisco ISD Board of Trustees opens on Tuesday, April 22.
Family & kids event this week in Collin County: April 20-26
Don't miss out on this family & kids event happening in Collin County this week.
Collin Times Publication Area: How many H-1B petitions were made by employers classified under the Construction industry during 2024?
Employers classified under the Construction industry based in the Collin Times publication area submitted 16 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
Rep. Keith Self shares messages for Good Friday and Easter celebrations
Rep. Keith Self, serving Texas’ 3rd District, shared a series of tweets reflecting on religious events in April 2025.
Frisco school athletes shine at region II track meets, earn multiple medals
Frisco Independent School District (FISD) track and field athletes secured a significant number of regional titles and medals at the recent 5A Region II meet in Arlington and 4A Region II meet in Commerce.
2022: Collin County aging and government transfer dependency trends
Since 1970, Collin County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 2%, while income from age-related government transfers has risen by 3.8%.
Collin Times area weekly mass times
The following parishes in the Collin Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.
Frisco ISD honors longtime employees and Standing Ovation awardees at April event
Frisco ISD recently acknowledged the commitment of its longtime employees and honored the recipients of the Standing Ovation award.
Collin County home prices fell in Q1
The median sale price of a home sold in the first quarter of 2025 in Collin County fell by $1,388, while total sales increased by 0.5%.