Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of March.
Good morning, McKinney.
The McKinney Prom Closet returns for its sixth year—running from March 13 to 16—and gives free formal wear to students for prom.
A McKinney police K-9 lost its life in a shooting with an officer on Thursday during an investigation near the Red Roof Inn, according to the Texas Municipal Police Association — police have not yet confirmed the details.
McKinney police have cordoned off the Red Roof Inn along U.S. Highway 75 where SWAT officers and other units are stationed amid an ongoing investigation—residents are asked to avoid the area.
Authorities said an officer-involved shooting at a McKinney hotel on March 13 left a police K9 dead and the suspect fatally shot — the investigation is ongoing.
The moon will turn red on March 14 during a total lunar eclipse — people in McKinney can watch the change when the event starts at 11:57 p.m. ET and reaches full darkness at 2:59 a.m. ET.
Sky watchers can enjoy the full Blood Worm Moon, which offers a unique night sky display.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture ended the program that let the North Texas Food Bank buy produce and meat from local farmers—its funding runs out in May and officials must now adjust orders while local farmers face lower sales.
The Garden Show - A Gardening Extravaganza
The Garden Show offers a wealth of gardening tips, demonstrations, local vendors, and family-friendly activities at Myers Park & Event Center in McKinney, Texas.
PPA Tour Championships in McKinney
The PPA Tour Championships will feature professional pickleball matches at The Courts McKinney Pickleball and Tennis Center.
Kindermusik Level 2: Fiddle Dee Dee
This Kindermusik class for toddlers focuses on developing language skills and rhythm through engaging activities, stories, and music featuring stringed instruments.
Beginning Birding Workshop for Adults
7-8 p.m. | John and Judy Gay Public Library | Free | Explore the essentials of birding and enhance your backyard birdwatching skills.
Passport to Spring Break for Ages 3-5
This free event at the John and Judy Gay Public Library is designed for preschoolers aged 3-5 and requires prior registration.
The Texas Tenors Live Performance
Award-winning music group The Texas Tenors will perform an evening of classical and Broadway music at the McKinney Performing Arts Center.
Annual Crawfish Boil at TUPPS Brewery
The Annual Crawfish Boil at TUPPS Brewery features Cajun Made Crawfish, live music, and family-friendly activities at a local brewery.
Baby & Me: Parent-Infant Program
This free program at Roy & Helen Hall Memorial Library offers a supportive environment for parents and their infants aged 0-10 months.
Kindermusik Level 2: Fiddle Dee Dee
9:30-10:15 a.m. — Old Settlers Recreation Center — $194 Resident / $199 Non-Resident, $70 Materials Fee — Engage toddlers with music and animals through interactive activities that foster language and rhythm development.
Kindermusik Level 1: The Rhythm of My Day
This music class focuses on developing rhythm and learning skills for babies through nursery rhymes and engaging activities.
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