Buzz Around Town

Submitted by NTTA
The North Texas Tollway Authority has launched Tollmate, a new TollTag mobile app that’s only a click away. By downloading the free Tollmate mobile App, on-the-go TollTag customers will have the abil...
By Mary L. Harp, TSB Contributor
During its second annual workday, Burks Elementary School was bustling with more than 60 volunteers from St. Peter's and St. Andrew's Episcopal of McKinney. Kids were pounding rocks while mowers and hedge...
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By Michele Stevens Bernard, TSB Lifestyle Editor
From this neck of the woods, any trip to the heart of Texas requires a road trip. While I-35 will certainly get you there, the next time you head south, consider taking the tastiest route between here and...
Submitted by McKinney Police Department
Kristan Dugger, 26, died Monday after an apparent heroin overdose. She had been transported to McKinney Medical Center on Friday morning after the McKinney Police and Fire departments responded to a call o...
By Jason Gatsby, TSB Contributor
The humidity got the best of me last week. Stepping outside for the first time after a long day of work on Friday, I started to perspire instantly. My clothes stuck to my frame, and I could feel the moistu...
Submitted by Kristin Mycke
Shiloh Place celebrates its open house and ribbon cutting celebration on Thursday, May 30 Shiloh Place is a non-profit, Christ-centered housing ministry providing hope and stability to single mothers throu...
By Lorie Fangio, TSB Contributor
Great friends, fabulous wine and a dish I can’t seem to get off my mind. Friday night we dined with longtime friends at the Marquee Grill and Bar in Highland Park Village. I had been looking forward...
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By Matthew Bado, TSB Staff
I was aghast when I first read that one of our Collin County family law judges ordered a lesbian woman to move out of the home she has shared with her partner for the last three years as a result of her pa...
Submitted by Shane Mauldin, McKinney ISD
Ten McKinney ISD high school seniors have been named National Merit Scholarship Finalists by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC), and one McKinney ISD Finalist has earned a National Merit $2,...
TSB Community Contributor
When Madison Blumenthal first learned that her mom, Susan, had been afflicted with multiple sclerosis (MS), she was at a complete loss of what to do, what to say or even what to think.  "Madi," as the 11th...
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By Matthew Bado, TSB Staff
A study, conducted by the finance company NerdWallet, ranked McKinney the seventh best place in Texas for young families. The Woodlands, a Houston suburb, came in at number one while Allen came in number t...
by Stuart J. Pearlman, TSB Staff
Walking into Rainer Schulte’s home office of 38 years in the historic section of McKinney, one might think they stepped into library stacks personally designed by the absent-minded professor. He move...
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By Michele Stevens Bernard, TSB Lifestyle Editor
Music and May and McKinney form the trifecta of fun for the weekend ahead. Live music takes center stage as numerous award winning musicians hit town. Enjoying the stylings of the super talented singer/son...
By TSB Staff
TownSquareBuzz.com is excited to announce its newest regularly featured column: The Empowered Mom, penned by highly sought after and acclaimed writer, speaker, broadcaster and news veteran, Maria Luce – AK...
By Mike Bruu, TSB Sports Editor
As the dog days of spring football near, McKinney High head coach Jeff Smith has a pretty significant position battle to keep his eye on. With MHS senior Robert Somborn graduating next month and heading of...
By Michele Stevens Bernard, TSB Lifestyle Editor
As the house lights dimmed, the Indigo Girls quietly, with no need for introduction, took the stage. Despite the lack of fanfare, the sold-out crowd enthusiastically welcomed the Grammy award-winning folk-...
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By Matthew Bado, TSB Staff
I was aghast when I first read that one of our Collin County family law judges ordered a lesbian woman to move out of the home she has shared with her partner for the last three years as a result of her pa...
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By Matthew Bado and Alyssa Summey, DC
Matt and guest co-host Alyssa Summey square off on a variety of hot button issues. Weigh-in on the following: Should the location of McKinney's new gun range be reconsidered (even though it may be...
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By Angie Bado, TSB Publisher
The City of McKinney expects to issue somewhere between 2,000 to 2,500 new home permits this year, according to City Manager Jason Gray.  With the continued rapid growth comes the task of managing the burd...
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By Michele Stevens Bernard, TSB Lifestyle Editor
“Mothers of Sons are busy from Son up till Son down.” So says the plaque that hangs in my kitchen, a Mother’s Day gift from years gone by. As the mother of three sons, I can attest that this a true stateme...
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by Stuart J. Pearlman, TSB Staff
Chatting with McKinney’s Sherry Tucker is much like getting an education. In fact, "education" is probably a consistent concept throughout everything driving her passions and her story can...
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TSB Community Contributor
When Madison Blumenthal first learned that her mom, Susan, had been afflicted with multiple sclerosis (MS), she was at a complete loss of what to do, what to say or even what to think.  "Madi," as the 11th...
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TSB Community Links
Judge John Roach Jr., a Republican who presides over the 296th District Court, enforced the “morality clause” in Carolyn Compton’s divorce papers on Tuesday, May 7, according to a story in DallasVoice.com....
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By TSB Staff
Following more than two weeks on administrative leave, Cindy Johnson was reinstated as executive director of Chestnut Square Historic Village at a special meeting Wednesday night by the Board of Directors....
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McKinney Marketplace

By Cadillac Pizza Pub
Calling all runners and/or beer drinkers! Cadillac Pizza Pub is starting a new weekly tradition -- "The Caddy Run" -- which will be held every Wednesday evening beginning May 22! Meet us under the Cadilla...
By Market With Mario
Social Media 101 Seminar When: Tuesday June 4th 11:00-12:30 (Lunch is included) Where: Allen Chamber of Commerce - 210 W McDermott Dr, Allen TX 75013 What: Social Media Seminar Who: Customized for s...
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By Baylor Medical Center at McKinney
When the brain and spine are involved, things can get complicated. That’s where Baylor McKinney comes in. The complexity of the human brain and nervous system is truly awe-inspiring. And when something goe...
By Cadillac Pizza Pub
Thanks to everyone that voted for your next IPA on tap at Cadillac Pizza Pub. The winner is Goose Island IPA! We'll be listening to your votes every three months, so keep an eye on our Facebook page for...
By Jane Clark
KW McKinney Realtor Jane Clark has seen a lot of successful home loan closings in her long experience in McKinney Real Estate.  Most closings go along really smoothly because of the extremely professional...
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