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McKinney
Saturday, April 5th, 2025
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Good morning, McKinney. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ McKinney Community Development Corporation awarded two Retail Development Infrastructure Grants on April 4 to local projects at Cotton Mill and Samaritan Inn’s InnStyle Resale Shop to improve pedestrian access and site safety. The $23,745 grant at Cotton Mill will fund a new sidewalk with security lighting—while the $9,450 grant at the resale shop will support a wrought iron fence to enhance security and boost local economic growth. City of McKinney
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in North Texas have increased as the average cost for a gallon of regular gas rose from $2.81 to $3.04 due to the switch to summer blend that raises pump prices by 15—25 cents. Experts say tariffs are not behind the rise and expect prices to fluctuate until fall. FOX 4
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas reached an agreement on Friday night with Texas Health Resources and UT Southwestern to keep their hospitals, clinics and doctors in-network—this deal goes back to April 1 so that claims from then until April 4 will be changed to in-network rates. FOX 4
SPORTS NEWS
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Baby & Me Classes
9:30-10:00 a.m. — Roy & Helen Hall Memorial Library — Free — A nurturing program for parents with babies aged 0-10 months.
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Wobblers and Walkers Program
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM — John and Judy Gay Public Library — Free — Engage your little ones in a fun and interactive learning experience.
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Wobblers and Walkers Program
9:30-10:00 a.m. — Roy and Helen Hall Memorial Library — Free entry — Engage your little ones in a fun and interactive movement session designed for toddlers.
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Toddler Time for Ages 16 Months to 3 Years
10:30-11:00 a.m. — John and Judy Gay Public Library — Free admission — A delightful opportunity for toddlers to engage in activities at the library.
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Arts in Bloom Festival
4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. — Historic Downtown McKinney — Free entry — Experience a vibrant weekend of artistic enchantment in a charming historic setting with over 120 talented artists.
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Alpha Showdown
9 AM – 12 PM — Life Time — Refunds available up to 7 days prior — Challenge yourself in a series of mixed modality workouts against fellow athletes.
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Arts in Bloom Festival
12-5 p.m. — Historic Downtown McKinney — Free entry — Experience vibrant creativity with over 120 artists amidst picturesque historic charm.
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Baby & Me (0-10 Months)
9:30-10:00 AM — Roy & Helen Hall Memorial Library — Free — A delightful program for infants and their caregivers to connect and engage.
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Little Explorers for Ages 3-5
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM — Roy & Helen Hall Memorial Library — Free — Bring your little ones for a fun and engaging exploration experience for early learners.
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Juggling Club at OSRC
6-8 p.m. — Old Settlers Recreation Center — Free — Drop in to learn juggling or refine your skills in a friendly atmosphere.
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